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A Star Wars cartoon that's been shelved for over a decade will finally see the light of day
The animated Star Wars series Star Wars: Detours, created by Seth Green, will finally be viewable at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art. Originally conceived as "The Simpsons in the Star Wars universe" and set between Revenge of the Sith and A New Hope, 26 episodes were completed before the show was shelved in 2012. The museum, opening in September, will feature a curation of episodes from the show.
The world needs a new Avatar in dreamy first trailer for The Last Airbender spin-off Seven Havens
The first trailer for Avatar: Seven Havens, a spin-off of Avatar: The Last Airbender, was revealed at San Diego Comic-Con 2026. The series centers on a young Earthbender who discovers she is the new Avatar after Korra, in a world shattered by a cataclysm. The trailer sets a colorful and beautiful tone for the upcoming show, which will consist of two books with 13 episodes each.
Early '90s animation tools were so primitive that Doom's lead artist says he pretty much did the whole thing…
Doom's lead artist Adrian Carmack revealed that he used the undo key in Deluxe Paint as his primary animation tool for the original game. Due to primitive tools and frame limitations imposed by John Carmack, Adrian Carmack developed a method of cycling through frames using undo/redo to create animations for enemies and weapons.
Marvel is already working on the next 5 Spider-Man films, including a live-action Miles Morales movie, says boss Kevin…
Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige revealed that plans are underway for at least five future Spider-Man films, including a live-action movie featuring Miles Morales. While the animated Spider-Verse series continues with "Beyond the Spider-Verse," Feige confirmed discussions about incorporating Miles Morales into live-action after the animated series concludes. Producer Amy Pascal is actively developing these future projects.
Game Rapper Mega Ran and Voice Actors Host Live X-Men ‘97 Panel at SDCC
GRAMMY-nominated rapper Mega Ran will host a live X-Men '97 fan experience panel at San Diego Comic-Con on July 25, 2026. The panel will feature Executive Producer Larry Houston and voice cast members JP Karliak, Isaac Robinson-Smith, Zehra Fazal, and Gui Agustini, who also have credits in various video games. The event coincides with the ongoing Season 2 run of X-Men '97 on Disney+.
Exclusive: Mondo Reveals Masters Of The Universe 2002 Keldor And Flocked Panthor Figures
Mondo has revealed new limited-edition action figures inspired by the 2002 Masters of the Universe animated series. The figures include Keldor, priced at $115, and a flocked Panthor, priced at $525. Both will be available for preorder soon, with Panthor also available at San Diego Comic-Con. The article also mentions upcoming Blu-ray releases for the original and 2002 series.
Leaked Avatar Aang movie was "just one of a whole slate" and the next project will be announced "when the…
Avatar: The Last Airbender co-creator Bryan Konietzko revealed that the leaked Avatar Aang movie was part of a larger slate of projects, with another currently in development. He expressed optimism for the franchise's future, citing fan excitement for the upcoming movie, the Seven Havens series, and other unannounced projects, despite recent leaks and release shifts.
Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender is officially arriving 3 months early after the animated movie was leaked online in full
The animated movie Avatar: The Last Airbender, a sequel to the Nickelodeon series, will now premiere on Paramount Plus on July 25, three months earlier than its original October 9 theatrical release. This change follows the film's leak online in April, which led to an arrest. The movie follows Avatar Aang on a quest to find an ancient power.
Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender finally has a trailer and a July 25 release date
The animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender has received its first trailer and a confirmed release date of July 25. The announcement indicates that official channels will be available for viewing the series.
Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse producers say they're "deep" into making the Marvel movie: "It's coming together really well"
Producers Christopher Miller and Phil Lord have provided an update on Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse, stating they are "deep, deep in it" and that the film is "coming together really well." The movie, which is set for a June 18, 2027 release, will be presented in IMAX, with the team currently reviewing footage at the IMAX headquarters. The sequel to Across the Spider-Verse aims to push creative boundaries, building on the success of its predecessors.
As the live-action Moana remake looks set to flop at the box office, Dwayne Johnson says a third animated film is…
Dwayne Johnson has confirmed that a third animated Moana film is in development, with writers Jared Bush and Dana Ledoux Miller attached. This news comes as the live-action Moana remake is set to be released, though predictions suggest it may underperform at the box office compared to the highly successful animated sequel, Moana 2.
The Ghost in the Shell director confirms no GenAI was used in the remake
Toma Kimura, director of the upcoming The Ghost in the Shell anime remake by Science Saru, confirmed that no generative AI was used in its production. This statement was met with applause at the Annecy International Animation Festival, contrasting with other studios like Wit Studio, which admitted to using AI for backgrounds in 'Ascendance of a Bookworm'. The series, based on Masamune Shirow's manga, will premiere on Prime Video on July 7.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie announces streaming release date
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie will be available for streaming on Peacock starting July 30, 2026. The animated film, which has already had a theatrical and digital release, features a star-studded cast including Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Jack Black. Like its predecessor, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, this film will debut on Peacock before potentially appearing on other platforms later.
Tetris: World Builders is a new animated series for kids "inspired by the iconic falling blocks that have captivated players for generations"
The Tetris Company has announced a new CG-animated series for children called Tetris: World Builders, aimed at inspiring STEAM careers. The series will feature young "World Builders" using ingenuity and collaboration to solve problems and build a better future, inspired by Tetris's iconic blocks and puzzle mechanics. The project was unveiled at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival and is being produced by TeamTO.
New Warhammer 40,000 Animation Is Almost Entirely From the Perspective of a Single World Eaters Berzerker — and Now I Want a First-Person Chaos Space Marine Game
A new Warhammer 40,000 animation from Games Workshop offers a unique perspective, focusing almost entirely on a single World Eaters Berserker. This has sparked discussion about the potential for a big-budget first-person Space Marine game, contrasting with the existing third-person action of Space Marine 2.
Official Tekken Cartoon Teaser Re-Imagines Classic Fighting Game Characters With Toy-Like Visuals
Bandai Namco Entertainment has released the first teaser for an upcoming Tekken cartoon, showcasing classic characters like Kazuya and Kuma reimagined with toy-like visuals. The teaser offers a glimpse into the animated adaptation of the fighting game franchise.
X-Men '97 producer promises fans won't have to wait 2 years for season 3, saying season 2's delay was due…
Producer Larry Houston stated that fans will not have to wait two years for X-Men '97 season 3, as lessons have been learned from the delay between seasons 1 and 2. Both seasons 3 and 4 are already in production, with Marvel TV head Brad Winderbaum confirming that X-Men '97 and Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man will receive new seasons annually. Season 2 of X-Men '97 is set to premiere on Disney Plus on July 1, 2024.
DC Studios greenlights Absolute Batman animated series with creator Scott Snyder as showrunner
DC Studios and Warner Bros have greenlit an animated series based on the comic Absolute Batman, with creator Scott Snyder serving as showrunner. The series reimagines a younger Bruce Wayne and was announced at the 2026 Annecy International Animation Festival alongside other DC animated projects. This new series adds to the growing slate of DC animated shows, though only Creature Commandos is currently considered canon to the DCU.
X-Men '97 season 2 shows off new trailer and release schedule that absolutely has to be teasing the return of a…
The first trailer for X-Men '97 Season 2 has been released, featuring Apocalypse and hinting at plot points for upcoming episodes. The season will premiere on Disney+ on July 1, 2026, with the first three episodes available. The synopsis indicates the X-Men will be divided across different eras as they try to return home while facing new threats.
Avatar: The Last Airbender live-action Netflix actor is disappointed by the recent animated leaks but is still…
Dallas Liu, the actor playing Zuko in Netflix's live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender, expressed disappointment over the recent leak of the animated sequel Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender. Despite the leak, Liu remains enthusiastic about the project and the character of Zuko, praising other actors who have portrayed him. The animated film, directed by Lauren Montgomery, is now set for a Paramount Plus release, though Montgomery believes it deserves a theatrical debut.
