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Coyote vs. Acme First Official Trailer Shows Fans The Film "Acme Didn't Want You To See"
The first official trailer for Coyote vs. Acme, a live-action Looney Tunes film, has been released by Ketchup Entertainment, with a theatrical release planned for August 28, 2026. The film, which Warner Bros. Discovery had previously considered shelving, features actors Will Forte and John Cena alongside animated characters like Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck. The trailer playfully leans into the film's troubled production history with the tagline "The Film Acme Didn't Want You to See."
KPop Demon Hunters Gagah Kembali Masuk Top 5 Netflix Global
The animated film KPop Demon Hunters has re-entered the Top 10 Movies on Netflix Global chart, reaching the fifth position for the week of April 13-19, 2026. This marks its 44th consecutive week on the chart, with 4.4 million views and 7.4 million hours watched in the past week.
Invincible season 5 release date speculation, trailer, cast, story, and everything else we know
Invincible season 5 is confirmed to be in development, with a potential release in early 2027, possibly February or March. Creator Robert Kirkman aims for annual releases. The upcoming season will adapt comic issues #79 and #80, focusing on the aftermath of the Viltrumite War, the Scourge Virus threat, and character developments for Mark, Eve, Nolan, and Debbie.
Devil May Cry's Netflix Animated Series Looks SSStylish in Action-Packed Season 2 Trailer
Netflix has released a trailer for season 2 of its animated series based on Capcom's Devil May Cry games, set to debut on May 12, 2026. The new season will feature Dante confronting his twin brother Vergil, promising fast-paced action and dialogue that emulates the games.
Rogue Trooper Teaser Trailer Released | Console Creatures
Director Duncan Jones has released a teaser trailer for his upcoming animated movie based on the comic book character Rogue Trooper. The film, set to release later this year, features a synthetically regenerated super-soldier and his talking equipment. The teaser offers a brief glimpse of key characters like Gunnar, Bagman, and Helm.
Netflix's Devil May Cry animated adaptation returns for a second season on May 12
Netflix's animated adaptation of Devil May Cry will premiere its second season on May 12, featuring a trailer that showcases Dante's updated appearance. Showrunner Adi Shankar promised a return to the character's iconic style, with Studio Mir returning to handle animation.
Bye Sweet Carole: A Historic Milestone for Italian Excellence
The Italian video game 'Bye Sweet Carole' has won the Jury Prize in the Games – Best Independent Creator category at the 30th Webby Awards. This marks a historic achievement as the first Italian game to be nominated for and win a Webby Award. The game also previously received multiple nominations at the Annie Awards, Gamescom Awards, and NAVGTR Awards, and has sold over 100,000 copies.
RACHEL DRATCH, DAN SODER, ARI MATTI AMONG ENSEMBLE OF COMEDY TALENT JOINING DAN HOUSER’S ABSURDAVERSE
Absurd Ventures, founded by Dan Houser, has announced the first wave of voice talent for its upcoming interconnected comedy satire universe, the ABSURDAVERSE. The projects include an animated series and an open-world video game. Voice actors such as Rachel Dratch, Dan Soder, and Ari Matti are attached, with initial animated shorts set to screen at the Netflix Is A Joke Festival.
Recension – Mouse: P.I. for Hire
Mouse: P.I. for Hire is a first-person shooter that blends film noir aesthetics with rubber hose animation, drawing heavy inspiration from various movies and games. Despite its striking visual style and a strong voice performance from Troy Baker, the gameplay loop becomes repetitive, and platforming sections are a weak point. While not a groundbreaking title, it offers a unique experience that is enjoyable in the moment, even if it won't be remembered long-term.
Devil May Cry Season 2 Trailer Embraces The Series' Most Controversial Chapter
Netflix has released a new trailer for the second season of its Devil May Cry animated series, set to premiere on May 12. The trailer highlights the return of major antagonists Mundus from the first game and Arius from the divisive Devil May Cry 2. The season will feature the vocal talents of Johnny Yong Bosch as Dante and Robbie Daymond as Vergil.
BAFTA: Clair Obscur och Dispatch vinner lika många priser
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch were the biggest winners at the BAFTA Games Awards 2025, each taking home three awards. Clair Obscur was named Game of the Year, also winning for best debut and best lead performance for Jennifer English. Dispatch received awards for best animation, sound, and supporting performance for Jeffrey Wright. Arc Raiders was recognized for its multiplayer component.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch lead at BAFTA Awards 2026
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch each won three awards at the BAFTA Awards 2026. Clair Obscur secured Best Game, Debut Game, and Performer in a Leading Role for Jennifer English, while Dispatch won for Animation, Audio Achievement, and Performer in a Supporting Role for Jeffrey Wright. Ilkka Paananen, CEO of Supercell, received a BAFTA Fellowship.
BAFTA Games Awards 2026 Winners: Full Results and Biggest Moments | Invision Game Community
The BAFTA Games Awards 2026 celebrated a diverse range of titles, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 winning Best Game and Debut Game. Dispatch also received multiple awards for Animation and Audio Achievement. The ceremony recognized excellence across various categories, including music, technical and artistic achievements, and performance, with Ilkka Paananen receiving the Fellowship Award.
Stranger Things: Tales From '85 showrunner teases Will's relationship with Hawkins' punky new kid Nikki: "We liked the idea of bringing somebody in who's never gonna judge him"
Showrunner Eric Robles discusses the new character Nikki Baxter in the animated spin-off Stranger Things: Tales From '85, highlighting her role in supporting Will Byers. Robles explains that Nikki, a new student who doesn't judge Will, fills a void in his ability to confide in others. The spin-off aims to explore the characters' lives between seasons and introduce new dynamics.
Animator Gondok Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender Bocor di X
An animator for the upcoming Avatar: The Last Airbender film expressed disappointment after clips of the movie were leaked on social media platform X. The leaks occurred approximately six months before the film's scheduled release on Paramount+. The animator emphasized that the leaks disrespect the years of hard work put in by the artists.
KPop Demon Hunters and Spider-Verse animation studio making a modern-day Charlie and the Chocolate Factory movie, with…
Taika Waititi will voice Willy Wonka in a new animated adaptation of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, titled Charlie vs. the Chocolate Factory, set to release on Netflix in 2027. The film will feature animation from Sony Pictures Imageworks, known for KPop Demon Hunters and Spider-Verse. The story is a modern-day adventure set in London, with Kit O'Connor playing a new character named Charlie Paley.
Stranger Things: Tales From '85 showrunner explains why he's not keen on fans describing the animated spin-off…
Showrunner Eric Robles is hesitant to describe the upcoming animated series Stranger Things: Tales From '85 as a "Saturday morning cartoon," despite its child-friendly tone and episodic nature. He aims to capture a sense of real danger inspired by 1980s horror films, avoiding a "Scooby Doo Light" feel while ensuring the characters ultimately prevail. The series, executive produced by the Duffer Brothers, premieres on April 23.
Invincible season 4 goof is an embarrassing animation mistake that should have been spotted
The animated series Invincible has been criticized for a noticeable dip in animation quality since its first season, with a recent embarrassing mistake in a fight scene involving the character Thragg highlighted. Creator Robert Kirkman has acknowledged shorter production turnarounds, which may be contributing to these animation issues. Despite these problems, the show has also delivered highly-rated episodes and may eventually make a jump to live-action.
KPop Demon Hunters Sukses Manjat Top 10 Netflix di Pekan ke-43
The animated film KPop Demon Hunters has climbed to sixth place on the Global Top 10 Movies chart on Netflix for the week of April 6-12, 2026. This marks its 43rd consecutive week on the chart, solidifying its position as Netflix's all-time highest-viewed film with 541.8 million hours viewed. Netflix is reportedly planning a world tour for the film, featuring its soundtrack.
The original actors' ages aren't the only reason Stranger Things: Tales from '85 is animated, says…
The animated spin-off Stranger Things: Tales from '85 was chosen over live-action primarily because the original actors have aged significantly since the show's early seasons. Showrunner Eric Robles also highlighted that animation allows for more extreme and ambitious creative choices that would be impractical or too costly in live-action. The series, set between seasons 2 and 3, focuses on the younger characters and premieres on April 23.
