Category: Television (Page 1 of 72)

‘Blue Box’ Season 2 Trailer and Release Date: Netflix Anime Returns After 2 Years

September 1, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: October 4, 2026 on Netflix

Synopsis: Blue Box follows Taiki Inomata, a student at Eimei Junior and Senior High who is a member of the boys’ badminton team. Every morning, he trains alongside his crush Chinatsu Kano, who is on the girls’ basketball team.

When Chinatsu’s parents leave Japan to work abroad, she moves in with Taiki’s family, and Taiki aims to slowly develop his relationship with her as they each pursue their sports dreams.

Directed by Daisuke Sako.

Written by Yuko Kakihara.

Based on the manga by Kouji Miura.

Music by Takashi Ohmama.

Character Design by Miho Tanino.

‘Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu’ Teaser Trailer: New Stop-Motion Series from ‘Shaun the Sheep’ Studio

August 28, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: 2027 on Disney XD and Disney+

Synopsis: Join our unlikely heroes, Sirfetch’d and Pichu, in their gallant quest to protect Pokémon across Galar!

While their missions might rarely go as planned, their noble deeds forge their friendship as they step bravely into the unknown.

Directed by Tom Parkinson (Shaun the Sheep: Adventures from Mossy Bottom).

Animation Studio: Aardman (Wallace & Gromit, Shaun the Sheep)

Anthony Bourdain’s ‘Get Jiro’ Graphic Novel Gets an Animated Series on Adult Swim’s Toonami — Watch the Uncensored Trailer Now!

August 27, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: October 3, 2026 on Adult Swim. Next day on HBO Max.

Synopsis: Get Jiro is set in a post-apocalyptic, near-future Los Angeles where culinary culture reigns supreme and the world’s most powerful figures are chefs.

In this society where food is both currency and a demarcation of class, the mysterious sushi chef Jiro sets out on a quest for vengeance.

Based on the graphic novel by Anthony Bourdain and Joel Rose, with artwork by Langdon Foss, Alé Garza and Jose Villarrubia.

Developed by Alessandro Tanaka and Brian Gatewood.

‘Stranger Things: Tales from ’85’ Season 2 Official Trailer: Eleven and the Hawkins Kids Return for a Supernatural Valentine’s Day Adventure

August 25, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: September 17, 2026 on Netflix

Synopsis: With Valentine’s Day on the way, the gang must uncover the truth behind ghostly apparitions and a swarm of strange creatures causing chaos around town.

Executive produced by Stranger Things creators Matt and Ross Duffer, and Eric Robles.

‘Golden Axe’ Trailer, Release Date and Cast Revealed: Video Game Adaptation Coming to Paramount+

August 23, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: September 16, 2026 on Paramount+

Synopsis: Golden Axe follows legendary warriors Ax Battler, Tyris Flare and Gilius Thunderhead as they reunite to save Yuria from the evil giant Death Adder, who just won’t seem to stay dead.

Their quest is complicated by Hampton Squib, an inexperienced and wildly underprepared adventurer whose dream of heroism far exceeds his abilities.

Forced to work together despite their flaws, they must find a way to stop Death Adder once and for all.

Created by Mike McMahan (Solar Opposites) and Joe Chandler (American Dad!).

Inspired by Sega’s 1989 video game.

‘Blue Eye Samurai’ Season 2 Teaser Trailer and Release Date: Critically Acclaimed Series Returns After 3 Years

August 22, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: January, 2027 on Netflix

Synopsis: In Season 2, Mizu’s bloody quest continues in London, where she faces new friends, old foes, and her own demons.

In Japan, Akemi and Taigen navigate Edo Castle under a dangerous new Shogun, while Ringo searches for new purpose.

Created by Amber Noizumi and Michael Green.

Voice cast:
Maya Erskine as Mizu
Brenda Song as Akemi
Darren Barnet as Taigen
Masi Oka as Ringo

Netflix also confirmed that a third and final season is in the works.

‘Gabby’s Dollhouse’ Season 14 Trailer, Release Date, Stills and Episode Details

August 21, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: September 14, 2026 on Netflix

Synopsis: Things are about to get pup-tastic! The dollhouse is filled with double the paws as Gabby’s little sister Doozie and her best puppy pal Puggie arrive for their first-ever cat and dog playdate.

From a dog ear unboxing to a cat-tastic kitchen collaboration with Cakey and CreamPup, Gabby and Doozie know that sisters are better together.

Created by Traci Paige Johnson and Jennifer Twomey.

‘LEGO Disney Princess: Magical Mayhem’ Trailer and Release Date: Mulan, Ariel and Moana Contend with a Storm and Escaped Animals

August 18, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: August 21, 2026 on Disney+

Synopsis: During a heavy rainstorm, the Princess characters and their sidekick friends take in animals in need while enjoying a cozy day in their castle. But when the animals run amok, chaos erupts.

Sleuthing reveals a mischievous villain behind it all, and with teamwork, quick thinking, and help from an unexpected friend, the Princess characters must restore order and save their home.

Directed by Randi Rodrigues and Jake Wilkinson.

Written by Rachel Vine.

Disney Reveals ‘Spidey and the Avengers: Halloween Team-Up!’ Special, Renews ‘Spidey and His Amazing Friends’ for Season 7

August 17, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: September 24, 2026 on Disney Jr. and Disney Jr. on Demand. Next day on Disney+.

Synopsis: Spidey and the Avengers’ Halloween plans are turned upside down by the mysterious Hallows’ Eve, who plays magical tricks on trick or treaters and plans to ruin Halloween forever.

Marvel’s Spidey and his Amazing Friends has been greenlit for a historic seventh season on Disney Jr. and Disney+. The series is Marvel’s most-watched TV series on the platform and the longest-running Spider-Man series overall.

Disney also revealed the first look at the Spidey and the Avengers: Halloween Team-Up! special, which guest stars Patrick Stump as Jack O’Lantern and Este Haim as Hallows Eve.

Pixar’s ‘Coco’ Joins ‘Kingdom Hearts IV’ Video Game as New ‘Kingdom Hearts’ Animated Series Heads to Disney Channel and Disney+

August 15, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: Late 2027 on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC

Release date: TBD

Kingdom Hearts (working title), an original anime series inspired by the video game franchise, has been greenlit for Disney Channel and Disney+.

Developed in partnership with video game creator Tetsuya Nomura and the creative team at Square Enix, the series features a brand-new story that will expand the Kingdom Hearts universe while celebrating the characters that fans have grown to love.

‘The Bluey Movie’ Teaser Trailer and Release Date: Beloved Children’s Series Gets a New 3D Look

August 15, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Theatrical release date: August 6, 2027

Melanie Zanetti and David McCormack will reprise their roles as Chilli and Bandit.

It’s unconfirmed if the children who voice Bluey and Bingo — whose identities remain private — will return, but it’s safe to assume they’re involved.

Written and directed by series creator Joe Brumm.

Series director Richard Jeffery returns as co-director.

Series composer Joff Bush also returns.

Produced by Amber Naismith (Happy Feet, The Lego Movie).

‘LEGO Star Wars: The Mandalorian’ Trailer, Release Date and Cast: Animated Special Retells the Story of the Live-Action Series

August 14, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: September 2, 2026 on Disney+

Synopsis: A comedic retelling of all three seasons of the live-action series, the special revisits stories from The Mandalorian in new and unexpected ways.

Directed by Chris Buckley.

Written by Michael Price.

‘Megan and Cupcake Ready for Preschool,’ a Hybrid Live-Action and Animated Series, Coming Soon to Disney Jr.

August 13, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: Fall, 2026 on Disney Jr. and Disney+

Synopsis: Set in the WOW Workshop — equal parts invention lab and playhouse — Megan and Cupcake have no shortage of gadgets, gizmos and imagination to tinker with.

Together, they’ll lead kids at home on playful, hands-on adventures designed to help them feel confident, curious and ready to take on preschool.

Megan and Cupcake Ready for Preschool, a hybrid live-action and animated extension of Disney Jr.’s “Ready for Preschool” shorts, is currently in production and will premiere later this year.

A collection of 10 one-minute Megan and Cupcake live-action shorts introducing viewers to the WOW Workshop will start rolling out on Disney Jr. YouTube today, August 13.

‘Stillwater’ Season 5: Trailer, Release Date and First-Look Stills Unveiled for Apple TV Animated Children’s Series

August 12, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: August 21, 2026 on Apple TV

Synopsis: Stillwater centers on three siblings who encounter everyday challenges that sometimes feel insurmountable.

Fortunately for them, their next-door neighbor is a wise panda who teaches the children the concept of mindfulness and offers them a deeper understanding of their feelings, along with tools to help them face their challenges.

Based on the “Zen” book series by Jon J Muth.

‘Big City Greens’ Season 5 Trailer and Release Date: Stephen King, Luke Combs and Kevin Smith Guest Star

August 8, 2026 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: August 21, 2026 on Disney Channel. Next day on Disney+.

The season kicks off with five episodes. Additional episodes will premiere throughout 2026 and 2027.

Synopsis: Big City Greens follows the offbeat adventures of 10-year-old Cricket Green, a mischievous and optimistic country boy who moves to the big city with his wildly out-of-place family — older sister Tilly, father Bill and Gramma Alice.

Cricket’s natural curiosity and enthusiasm lead him and his family on epic journeys and into the hearts of his new neighbors.

Created by Chris and Shane Houghton.