Category: Television (Page 9 of 66)

‘Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld’ Gets Early Premiere in Fortnite

April 30, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Epic and Disney have teamed up for an in-game premiere of Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld on May 2, 2025, two days ahead of its Disney+ launch. This is the first time a Disney+ series has premiered in a game.

The Star Wars Watch Party island in Fortnite goes live at 10 a.m. ET. Players will have a chance to view the first two episodes of the anthology series.

Synopsis: Former assassin and bounty hunter Asajj Ventress is given a new chance at life and must go on the run with an unexpected new ally, while outlaw Cad Bane faces his past when he confronts an old friend, now a Marshal on the opposite side of the law.

‘Dan Da Dan’ Season 2 Trailer Unveiled, First Three Episodes Get Worldwide Theatrical Release

April 26, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

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

Theatrical release date: June 6, 2025.

To celebrate the return of Dan Da Dan, a theatrical premiere, releasing as Dan Da Dan: Evil Eye, will kick off the Evil Eye arc, which began in the final episode of the first season.

The Dan Da Dan: Evil Eye theatrical event will screen the last episode of season one, along with the first three episodes of season two, in addition to an exclusive interview with series directors Fuga Yamashiro and Abel Gongora.

The theatrical rollout will cover over 50 countries and regions.

‘Love, Death + Robots’ Volume 4 Official Trailer: Star-Studded Cast Includes MrBeast, Kevin Hart, John Oliver and Rhys Darby

April 24, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: May 15, 2025 on Netflix.

Synopsis: Dinosaur gladiators, messianic cats, string-puppet rock stars, it can only be Love, Death + Robots.

The fourth volume, presented by Tim Miller and David Fincher, sees Jennifer Yuh Nelson return as supervising director for ten shorts showcasing the series’ signature, award-winning style of bleeding-edge animation, horror, sci-fi and humor.

‘Rick and Morty’ Season 8 Official Trailer: Summer, Jerry, Beth, Rick and Morty Embark on New Adventures

April 24, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

US release date: May 25, 2025 on Adult Swim. September 1, 2025 on HBO Max and Hulu.

Season 8 synopsis: Look out for adventures with Summer, Jerry, Beth, and the other Beth. Maybe Butter Bot will get a new task? Whatever happens, you can’t keep Rick and Morty down for long. People have tried!

‘The Simpsons’ Yellow Planet: Disney+ Exclusive Episode Now Streaming

April 23, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: April 22, 2025 on Disney+.

Synopsis:The Simpsons are reimagined as animals in a National Geographic-style nature mockumentary.

Homer and Marge navigate the ocean as whales, Bart hatches as an iguana struggling to survive, and Lisa leads her flock as a finch.

Along the way, familiar Springfield faces appear in unexpected roles, shaping their journeys in the wild.

‘Lulu Is a Rhinoceros’ Animated Special Coming to Apple TV+ with the Star of ‘Moana’ Leading Cast

April 16, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: May 30, 2025 on Apple TV+.

Synopsis: Lulu is a rhinoceros — that’s who she sees when she looks in the mirror. On a quest to spread kindness, fun-loving Lulu embarks on the adventure of a lifetime, powered by new friends, courage and catchy songs.

Lulu Is a Rhinoceros is an empowering pop musical about kindness, acceptance and embracing one’s true self.

Based on the children’s book by Jason and Allison Flom.

‘#1 Happy Family USA’ Final Trailer: Animated Sitcom Spotlights Muslim Family in Post-9/11 America

April 15, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: April 17, 2025 on Prime Video.

Synopsis: The series follows the maniacally upbeat Husseins — the most patriotic, most peaceful, and most definitely-not-suspicious Muslim family in post-9/11 America.

With satire and absurdity, it redefines finding humor in hardship as they navigate the early 2000s under the watchful eyes of their terrified neighbors.

Co-created by Ramy Youssef and Pam Brady.

Voice cast:
Ramy Youssef
Alia Shawkat
Mandy Moore
Chris Redd
Salma Hindy
Randa Jarrar
Akaash Singh
Whitmer Thomas

‘Mighty Monsterwheelies’ Season 2 Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis, Stills and Cast List

April 10, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: May 5, 2025 on Netflix.

Synopsis: The Mighty Monsterwheelies take to the street, sea and sky, embarking on adventures to protect the citizens of their beloved Motorvania.

The team faces an avalanche while rescuing skiers in the Carpathian Mountains, tries to predict unpredictable weather with Wendy the Weather Van, and even has to rescue themselves from Dr. Jalopy’s shrink ray.

‘Love, Death + Robots’ Volume 4 Teaser Trailer: Anthology Series from Tim Miller and David Fincher Returns with 10 New Shorts

April 9, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: May 15, 2025 on Netflix.

Synopsis: Dinosaur gladiators, messianic cats, string-puppet rock stars, it can only be Love, Death + Robots.

The fourth volume, presented by Tim Miller and David Fincher, sees Jennifer Yuh Nelson return as supervising director for ten shorts showcasing the series’ signature, award-winning style of bleeding-edge animation, horror, sci-fi and humor.

‘WondLa’ Season 2 Trailer: Ana Villafañe and John Kim Join Apple TV+ Series

April 7, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: April 25, 2025 on Apple TV+.

Synopsis: WondLa follows 16-year-old Eva 9 as she uncovers truths about her past and the world she calls home.

Picking up from season one’s cliff-hanger, Eva is drawn toward the promise of home — but new discoveries only lead to more unanswered questions.

As she searches for the truth, Eva finds herself pursued by a relentless force that believes she holds the key to something far greater than she ever imagined.

Voice cast:
Jeanine Mason as Eva 9
Teri Hatcher as Muthr
Brad Garrett as Otto
Gary Anthony Williams as Rovender
Alan Tudyk as Cadmus Pryde
John Kim as Hailey
Ana Villafañe as Eva 8

WondLa is based on the books by Tony DiTerlizzi.

FOX Renews ‘The Simpsons,’ ‘Family Guy,’ ‘Bob’s Burgers’ and Welcomes ‘American Dad!’ Back to the Network

April 5, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

FOX Entertainment has ordered four-season renewals for 20th Television Animation’s hit series The Simpsons, Family Guy and Bob’s Burgers, and announced the return of American Dad! to the network.

The renewals encompass the 16th through 19th seasons of Bob’s Burgers, the 24th through 27th seasons of Family Guy and the 37th through 40th seasons of The Simpsons, extending its standing as the longest-running scripted primetime series in television history.

American Dad! debuted on FOX in 2005 and was a part of the network’s animation lineup through 2014, when it moved to TBS for 10 seasons. The series will return to the network for seasons 20 through 23.

‘Phineas and Ferb’ Season 5 Trailer: The Beloved Series Returns for Another 104 Days of Summer Adventures

April 4, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: June 5, 2025 on Disney Channel and Disney XD. June 6, 2025 on Disney+.

Synopsis: Phineas and Ferb follows the inventive stepbrothers as they tackle another 104 days of summer.

Candace is more determined than ever to finally bust her little brothers while their pet platypus, Perry, continues to lead a double life as the suave Agent P, whose sole mission is to thwart Dr. Doofenshmirtz from taking over the Tri-State Area.

In this new season the boys will break several world records, Candace will take her driver’s license test and Perry will finally make a trip to the vet.

Created by Dan Povenmire and Jeff Marsh.

‘Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld’ Official Trailer, Release Date, Synopsis, Cast and Poster

April 3, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: May 4, 2025 on Disney+.

Synopsis: The anthology series focuses on the criminal underbelly of the Star Wars galaxy through the experiences of two villains.

Former assassin and bounty hunter Asajj Ventress is given a new chance at life and must go on the run with an unexpected new ally, while outlaw Cad Bane faces his past when he confronts an old friend, now a Marshal on the opposite side of the law.

Created by Dave Filoni.
Written by Matt Michnovetz.

‘South Park’ Season 27 Teaser Trailer: Trey Parker and Matt Stone Skewer Elon Musk, Diddy and the FAA

April 2, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments

Release date: July 23, 2025 on Comedy Central.

The wait is almost over. After season 26 finished airing March 29, 2023, fans wondered when the series would return. Those with a Paramount+ subscription were treated to 3 specials to make the two-year wait more bearable.

From what we gather, season 27 will feature storylines that parody Donald Trump, Elon Musk and Diddy, as only Parker & Stone can.

‘Rick and Morty’ Season 8 Teaser Trailer: Ten New Episodes Headed to Adult Swim, HBO Max and Hulu

April 1, 2025 / The Animation Blog / 0 Comments