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‘My Melody & Kuromi’: Official Trailer, Release Date and Key Art Revealed for Netflix Stop-Motion Series

June 12, 2025 / / 0 Comments

Release date: July 24, 2025 on Netflix.

Synopsis: In Mariland, My Melody opens a bustling cake shop with her friends Flat and Piano, drawing in customers every day.

Meanwhile, Kuromi’s Japanese sweets shop across the street is always empty, fueling her determination to beat My Melody’s shop.

One day, My Melody encounters a pink heart in the forest, which sets off a series of strange events in Mariland — and the two are suddenly faced with a crisis that threatens everyone.

Directed by Tomoki Misato.
Written by Shuko Nemoto.
Based on characters created by Sanrio.
Theme song: “Kawaii (Prod. Gen Hoshino)” by LE SSERAFIM.

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‘The Fragrant Flower Blooms With Dignity’: Trailer, Release Date and Poster Revealed for Netflix Anime Based on Romance Manga

June 6, 2025 / / 0 Comments

Release date: September 7, 2025 on Netflix.

Synopsis: The story unfolds in a town where two infamous schools are in constant dispute: Chidori High, a boys’ school primarily attended by students with challenging academic records, and its neighbor, Kikyo Girls’ High, known for its students hailing from wealthy and prestigious families.

One day, Rintaro Tsumugi, a second-year student at Chidori with a fierce appearance but a gentle heart, is assisting at his family’s patisserie when he meets a customer named Kaoruko Waguri.

Rintaro cherishes his interactions with Kaoruko, as she doesn’t judge him based on his looks. However, this serene connection is abruptly shaken when Rintaro discovers that Kaoruko is actually a student at Kikyo.

This revelation sets the stage for their challenging journey, as they strive to overcome the societal barriers imposed by their schools and environment, seeking to carve out their own path.

Directed by Miyuki Kuroki.
Written by Rino Yamazaki.
Based on the manga by Saka Mikami.

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‘Haunted Hotel’ First Look, Release Date, Cast and Synopsis: Will Forte Stars in Comedy-Horror Series from ‘Rick and Morty’ Writer

June 4, 2025 / / 0 Comments

Release date: September 19, 2025 on Netflix.

Synopsis: A single mother of two struggles to run a haunted hotel with the help of her estranged brother, who is now one of the ghosts haunting the hotel and thinks the other ghosts have some pretty good ideas.

Voice cast:
Will Forte as Nathan
Eliza Coupe as Katherine
Skyler Gisondo as Ben
Natalie Palamides as Esther
Jimmi Simpson as Abaddon

Created by Matt Roller.

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‘Spidey and his Amazing Friends’ Season 4 First Look: Peter Parker, Gwen Stacy and Miles Morales Swing Back into Action

June 1, 2025 / / 0 Comments

Release date: June 16, 2025 on Disney Jr. and Disney Channel. Next day on Disney+.

Synopsis: Spidey and his Amazing Friends follows the adventures of Peter Parker, Gwen Stacy and Miles Morales as they team up with Super Heroes to defeat foes and learn that teamwork is the best way to save the day.

Season four will introduce a new “Water-Webs” story arc in which Team Spidey receives water-themed powers and pirate suits. It also continues the popular “Dino-Webs” story arc from season three.

A new batch of Meet Spidey and his Amazing Friends shorts will also premiere June 16 on Disney Channel, Disney Jr., Disney Jr. YouTube and Marvel HQ YouTube, with all 10 shorts available on Disney+ beginning June 25.

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‘Dino Dex’ Season 3 Trailer and Release Date: Dinosaurs Come to Life on Amazon Kids+ and Prime Video

May 31, 2025 / / 0 Comments

Release date: June 1, 2025 on Amazon Kids+ and Prime Video.

Synopsis: Dex is a 9-year-old artist, explorer, and aspiring paleontologist who uses his Dino Field Guide to magically see and study dinosaurs in the real world.

But Dex envisions them a little differently thanks to his artistic eye. Dex wants to reconsider how dinosaurs looked and lived and he’s not afraid to get right into the action to do it.

Together with his geology-loving neighbor Kayla, Dex will re-examine and question everything we thought we knew about dinosaurs.

Created by J.J. Johnson.

‘King of the Hill’ Returns: Hulu Unveils First Look, Release Date, Synopsis and Cast for Season 14

May 30, 2025 / / 0 Comments

Release date: August 4, 2025 on Hulu.

Synopsis: After years working a propane job in Saudi Arabia to earn their retirement nest egg, Hank and Peggy Hill return to a changed Arlen, Texas to reconnect with old friends Dale, Boomhauer and Bill.

Meanwhile, Bobby is living his dream as a chef in Dallas and enjoying his 20s with his former classmates Connie, Joseph and Chane.

King of the Hill is executive produced by original co-creators Mike Judge and Greg Daniels, as well as incoming executive producer and showrunner Saladin Patterson.

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‘Weather Hunters’: PBS Kids Series Created by ‘Today’ Show Weatherman Al Roker Premieres September 8

May 30, 2025 / / 0 Comments

Release date: September 8, 2025 on PBS Kids.

Synopsis: Weather Hunters centers around Lily Hunter, an intrepid and observant 8-year-old weather detective who shares her investigations with her family and friends.

The series is designed to support kids’ learning about Earth science and meteorology through adventure and comedy to cultivate their awareness, curiosity and caring about how weather and climate impact individuals, communities and our global society.

Created by Al Roker.
Executive produced by Dete Meserve.
Developed by Carin Greenberg.
John Semper, Jr. is Head Writer.
Yvette Nicole Brown sings the main title.
Jim Lang is the series composer.

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‘Dan Da Dan’ Season 2: New Official Trailer Unleashes More Supernatural Action from Hit Anime

May 27, 2025 / / 0 Comments

Release date: July 3, 2025 on Netflix, Hulu and Crunchyroll.

Series synopsis: When high schooler Momo, from a family of spirit mediums, first meets her classmate Okarun, an occult geek, they argue — Momo believes in ghosts but denies aliens, and Okarun believes in aliens but denies ghosts.

When it turns out both phenomena are real, Momo awakens a hidden power and Okarun gains the power of a curse. Together, they must challenge the paranormal forces threatening their world.

Directed by Fuga Yamashiro and Abel Gongora.
Based on the manga by Yukinobu Tatsu.
Music by Kensuke Ushio.

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‘Snoopy Presents: A Summer Musical’: 40-Minute Apple TV+ Special Marks First ‘Peanuts’ Musical in 35 Years

May 26, 2025 / / 0 Comments

Release date: July 18, 2025 on Apple TV+.

Synopsis: Charlie Brown loves camp and is determined to make his final year special, but Sally, a first-time camper, is nervous and skeptical of the new and unfamiliar place.

While everyone settles into camp, Snoopy and Woodstock discover a treasure map that takes them on a wild adventure nearby.

One morning, the Peanuts gang learns that their beloved camp is shutting down because fewer campers are joining each summer. The news especially saddens Charlie Brown, who feels hopeless about losing a place that has meant so much to him and his friends.

Meanwhile, on their adventure, Snoopy and Woodstock find the sought-after treasure chest, but are quickly disappointed when they discover it’s not riches, but instruments and photos from past summer concerts held at the camp.

Newly inspired, Charlie Brown and the Peanuts gang use the treasure to host their own concert to save the camp.

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Cartoon Network and HBO Max Renew ‘Iyanu’ for Second Season and Greenlight Two Films

May 23, 2025 / / 0 Comments

Season 2 release date: 2026 on Cartoon Network. Next day on HBO Max.

Feature film release dates: 2025 and 2026.

Season 2 synopsis: Iyanu continues to master her powers as she finds herself in the middle of a conflict between Elu and the People of the Deep, led by a new opponent.

With various factions of Yorubaland vying for powerful divine artifacts that have reemerged, Iyanu strives to find a way to end the war and restore peace.

As Team Chosen reunites and tensions rise between old allies and foes, Iyanu must confront even more powerful threats from the Age of Wonders — including secrets buried deep within her own past.

Created by Roye Okupe, based on his graphic novel series Iyanu: Child of Wonder.

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‘The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball’ Teaser Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis, Cast and Key Art

May 22, 2025 / / 0 Comments

US release date: July 28, 2025 on Hulu.
International release date: October 6, 2025 on Cartoon Network and HBO Max.

The Amazing World of Gumball returns for a seventh season with a new title, The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball.

Synopsis: Whether he’s battling an evil fast-food empire, facing off against a sentient AI in love with his mom, or trying to stop Banana Joe from wearing pants, Gumball Watterson drags his brother Darwin, sister Anais, and the rest of the town of Elmore along for the ride.

Created by Ben Bocquelet.

Directed by Matt Layzell and Erik Fountain.

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Nickelodeon Celebrates 25 Years of ‘Dora the Explorer’ with ‘Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado’ Movie and New ‘Dora’ Episodes

May 21, 2025 / / 0 Comments

Nickelodeon is celebrating Dora the Explorer’s 25th anniversary with an all-new live-action movie, Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado, debuting July 2, 2025 on Paramount+ and Nickelodeon in the U.S., and shortly after around the world.

Synopsis: Dora and her friends will trek through the Amazonian jungle in search of the ancient treasure of Sol Dorado to prevent it from falling into enemy hands.

Directed by Alberto Belli (The Naughty Nine) and written by JT Billings (Are You Afraid of the Dark?).

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Netflix Brings ‘Clash of Clans’ and ‘Clash Royale’ to Life in New Animated Series

May 21, 2025 / / 0 Comments

Supercell and Netflix are teaming up on an animated series set in the Clash of Clans and Clash Royale video game universe. The show is currently in pre-production, so it won’t premiere until sometime in 2026.

Synopsis: The series follows a determined, but in over his head, Barbarian who must rally a band of misfits to defend their village and navigate the comically absurd politics of war.

Showrunner Fletcher Moules (Entergalactic) previously directed the original Clash of Clans animated videos on YouTube. Ron Weiner (Futurama) is head writer.

With over four billion downloads and 180 billion gameplay hours, Clash of Clans and Clash Royale are among the most popular games worldwide.

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