Category: Television (Page 1 of 66)

‘Mr. Crocodile’: Trailer and U.S. Release Date Unveiled for Preschool Series Based on French Children’s Book

January 30, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

U.S. release date: February 23, 2026 on Nickelodeon.

Synopsis: Mr. Crocodile follows the toothy, lovable Mr. Crocodile, alongside his best friend Daisy, as he cheerfully navigates life with boundless enthusiasm and comical misunderstandings due to his instinctive crocodile logic.

New to a diverse and lively mobile home community, Mr. Crocodile lives with Daisy, and they split their time between her Mom and her Dad’s homes. Together, they turn everyday activities into zany adventures as they share an unconditional acceptance of each other’s approach to life.

Mr. Crocodile launched in select markets internationally last year and will continue to roll out globally on Nick Jr. channels following the U.S. debut.

Developed by Joann Sfar and Simon Nicholson.

Directed by Fabien Brandily.

Based on the French children’s book Monsieur Crocodile a Beaucoup Faim (Mister Crocodile is Very Hungry) by Joann Sfar.

‘Disney Jr. Ariel – The Little Mermaid’ Season 2 Now Available on Disney+

January 28, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Disney+ release date: January 28, 2026
Disney Jr. release date: November 10, 2025

Synopsis: In the second season, Ariel and her pals discover a magical new undersea realm and embark on imaginative journeys through the beautiful Crystal World, meeting new friends like the adventurous mermaid Akiko and her crystal axolotl, Axyl.

Voice cast:
Mykal-Michelle Harris as Ariel
Taye Diggs as King Triton
Amber Riley as Ursula
Gracen Newton as Flounder
Cruz Flateau as Fernie
Elizabeth Phoenix Caro as Lucia
Kai Zen as Akiko

Jodi Benson, who voiced Ariel in the original 1989 animated feature film The Little Mermaid, guest stars as Marina Neptina, Ariel’s favorite singer.

Turner Classic Movies (TCM) Becomes the New Home of the ‘Looney Tunes’ Library

January 27, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Beginning in February, TCM will introduce the Looney Tunes library to its monthly programming lineup, launching with Bugs Bunny as TCM’s Star of the Month, and a week-long tribute featuring 45 classic Bugs Bunny cartoons.

The Looney Tunes shorts will continue to be programmed on an ongoing basis across TCM’s schedule beyond February, establishing the network as a consistent Looney Tunes destination.

‘Invincible’ Season 4 Official Trailer and Release Date: Hit Series from the Creator of ‘The Walking Dead’ Returns

January 25, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: March 18, 2026 on Prime Video.

Synopsis: Synopsis: While the world recovers from catastrophe, a changed Mark fights to protect his home and the people he loves, setting him on a collision course with a threat that could alter the fate of humanity forever.

Created by Robert Kirkman.

Based on the comic book series by Kirkman, Cory Walker and Ryan Ottley.

‘Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord’ Teaser Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis, Cast, Stills and Poster: Fan Favorite Returns in Disney+ Series

January 24, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: April 6, 2026 on Disney+.

Synopsis: Set after the events of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, this pulpy adventure finds Maul plotting to rebuild his criminal syndicate on a planet untouched by the Empire.

There, he crosses paths with a disillusioned young Jedi Padawan who could be the apprentice he is seeking to aid him in his relentless pursuit for revenge.

Created by Dave Filoni.

Developed by Filoni and Matt Michnovetz.

‘Iyanu’ Season 2 Teaser Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis and Cast: Series Rooted in Yoruba Culture Returns with New Episodes

January 19, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: Spring, 2026 on Cartoon Network and HBO Max.

Synopsis: Season two follows Iyanu as she steps fully into her role as protector of Yorubaland, facing a formidable new threat led by Queen Adura and the mysterious People of the Deep, rising from the kingdom’s ancient past.

Voice cast:
Serah Johnson as Iyanu
Okey Jude as Biyi
Sam Kugbiyi as Toye
Faith Gesiere Agua as Queen Adura
David Onwubalili as Boju

‘The Ramparts of Ice’ Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis, Cast and Poster: Coming-of-Age Anime Heads to Netflix

January 10, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: April 2, 2026 on Netflix.

Synopsis: The Ramparts of Ice centers around Koyuki Hikawa, a socially withdrawn student who keeps an emotional wall between herself and others. The only person she spends time with is her longtime friend, Miki Azumi.

One day, her quiet life is disrupted when a boy named Minato Amamiya inexplicably starts trying to break through her barriers.

The aloof Koyuki, the high school idol Miki, the overly familiar Minato and the laid-back basketball player Yota share an awkward, occasionally frustrating, yet wholesome student life.

Directed by MANQ.

Written by Yasuhiro Nakanishi.

Based on the manga by Kocha Agasawa.

Music by Kanade Sakuma and Natsumi Tabuchi.

‘Hey A.J.!’ Official Trailer, Release Date, Voice Cast and Poster: Disney’s New Family Comedy Series Was Created by a Super Bowl Champion

December 22, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: January 13, 2026 on Disney Jr., Disney Channel and Disney Jr. On Demand. Next day on Disney+.

Synopsis: Hey A.J.! is a whimsical and music-filled family comedy about an imaginative young girl who, along with her stuffed bunny sidekick, uses her big imagination to make ordinary life moments extraordinary.

Created by retired NFL star and Super Bowl LI champion, Martellus Bennett.

Paramount+ Greenlights Animated Adaptations of Mo Willems’ NY Times Best-Selling Children’s Books

December 14, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: TBD (2026).

The Elephant & Piggie Show! Synopsis: Elephant Gerald is careful; his best friend Piggie is not. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. Together, they will celebrate the messy and joyful art of friendship.

The Pigeon Show! Starring the Pigeon Synopsis: A series about the day-to-day struggles of a pigeon who just wants to be listened to. He will be your best friend if you have a bus and you let him drive it.

The series features characters from the books, such as the Duckling who always seems to get what she wants, plus new characters, like The Pigeon’s 150-million-year-old pterodactyl grandmother, Nana-Dactyl, and his pals, Ima Pigeon and Doug Pigeon.

Mo Willems is a #1 New York Times best-selling author and illustrator. Mo began his career as a writer on Sesame Street, where he won six Emmy Awards.

‘The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball’ Season 2: Official Trailer, Release Date and Poster Unveiled

December 11, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

US release date: December 22, 2025 on Hulu.

International release date: February, 2026 on Cartoon Network and HBO Max.

Synopsis: This season tackles a promposal involving Penny faking her own death, pandemonium with wild animals invading the suburbs, and a witchy student cult attempting a yearbook séance.

Created by Ben Bocquelet.

Directed by Matt Layzell and Erik Fountain.

‘The Scarecrows’ Wedding’ Trailer: BBC Animated Special Stars Jessie Buckley, Domhnall Gleeson, Rob Brydon and Sophie Okonedo

December 10, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

U.K. release date: December 25, 2025 on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

Synopsis: Two devoted scarecrows, Betty O’Barley and Harry O’Hay, are planning a wedding to remember.

When Harry insists on leaving the farm to collect one last thing for their big day, a smooth-talking scarecrow named Reginald Rake swoops in with plans of his own.

Chaos follows, and soon Betty’s in danger and everything’s at risk. Can Harry get back in time and save the day?

Directed by Samantha Cutler and Jeroen Jaspaert.

Written by Steven Bloomer.

Based on the children’s book written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler.

Voice cast:
Sophie Okonedo as Narrator
Jessie Buckley as Betty O’Barley
Domhnall Gleeson as Harry O’Hay
Rob Brydon as Reginald Rake

Adult Swim’s ‘The Elephant’ Trailer and Release Date: All-Star Creators Team Up for an Experimental Special

December 4, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: December 19, 2025 at 11:00 p.m. on Adult Swim. Next day on HBO Max.

Synopsis: Adult Swim’s The Elephant is an experimental special in which each of the three-acts were made in isolation. It unfolds as a collaborative surprise, ultimately merging into a single, unexpected narrative.

Created by:
Ian Jones-Quartey (OK K.O.! Let’s Be Heroes)
Patrick McHale (Over the Garden Wall)
Rebecca Sugar (Steven Universe)
Pendleton Ward (Adventure Time)

‘Miraculous World: Tokyo Stellar Force’ Trailer and Release Date: Hour-Long Special Offers a Taste of New Anime Series

November 25, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

U.S. release dates:
November 29, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. on Disney Channel.
November 30, 2025 at 8:00 pm on Disney XD.
February 27, 2026 on Disney+.

Synopsis: Marinette and Kagami team up in Tokyo to confront Moddler, a mysterious villain turning innocent civilians into monstrous kaijus.

To stop the chaos, Ladybug must rally a fractured group of Japanese superheroes to become Tokyo’s own legendary force of defenders, the Tokyo Stellar Force.

The hour-long special serves as a launchpad for Miraculous Stellar Force, an anime series set to launch in 2027 — created by Thomas Astruc (creator and director of Miraculous – Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir).

‘Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft’ Season 2: Trailer, Release Date and Poster Unveiled for Final Season

November 24, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: December 11, 2025 on Netflix.

Synopsis: Lara’s adventure takes her around the globe as she delves into the hidden secrets of Orisha history, dodges a dangerous billionaire who wants the masks for herself, and discovers that these relics contain dark secrets and a power that defies logic.

Voice cast:
Hayley Atwell as Lara Croft
Karen Fukuhara as Sam Nishimura
O-T Fagbenle as Eshu
Allen Maldonado as Zip
Earl Baylon as Jonah Maiava
Zoe Boyle as Camilla Roth
Nolan North as Conrad Roth
Richard Armitage as Charles Devereaux
Ming-Na Wen as Eva

‘Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures’ Season 3 Trailer, Release Date and Cast: Children’s Series Returns with Seven New Episodes

November 22, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: December 8, 2025 on Disney+.

Synopsis: The series follows Jedi Younglings Kai Brightstar, Lys Solay, and Nubs, as they study the ways of the Force, learn from Jedi Master Yoda, explore the galaxy, and help citizens and creatures in need.

This season, they’ll face off against Rek Minuu, a mischievous master droidsmith, and befriend Dotti, a beloved local shop owner known for her droid-fixing skills, and a trio of new droid companions: Beepers, Dozer, and Gigi.

Voice cast:
Ja’Siah Young as Kai Brightstar
Juliet Donenfeld as Lys Solay
Dee Bradley Baker as Nubs
Emma Berman as Nash Durango
Trey Murphy as Cyrus Vuundir/Taborr
Gunnar Sizemore as Wes Vinik
Piotr Michael as Master Yoda
Mason Wertheimer as Rek Minuu
April Winchell as Dotti
Jamaal Avery Jr. as Padawan Kai