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This New Pokemon Show Takes Two Years To Create One Episode
The Pokemon Company is collaborating with Aardman Animations on a new stop-motion series, Pokemon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d and Pichu. Each episode takes approximately 110 weeks to produce due to the intricate handmade puppets and sets. The dialogue-free series, focusing on slapstick humor, is set to premiere on Disney+ in 2027.
Here's every announcement from Pokémon World Championships
The Pokémon World Championships concluded with numerous announcements, including the animated film Pokémon: Wild Card and the stop-motion series Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch'd & Pichu, both set for 2027. New Mega Evolutions are coming to Pokémon Champions and Pokémon Go, alongside updates for the Pokémon Trading Card Game and Pokémon Unite. The event also crowned champions, with Vikram Thiagarajan winning the Video Game Senior Division.
Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch'd & Pichu gets first trailer
The Pokémon Company International and Aardman have released the first trailer for their new stop-motion series, Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch'd & Pichu, set in the Galar region. The series will premiere exclusively on Disney+ in 2027 and follows the adventures of Sirfetch'd and Pichu as they protect other Pokémon.
Wallace and Gromit studio's long-awaited stop-motion Pokémon series is heading to a particularly "fitting" region when it releases next year
The Pokémon Company and Aardman have revealed new details about their upcoming stop-motion series, Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch'd & Pichu, set to release in 2027. The series will be set in the Galar region, the debut location for Sirfetch'd, and will feature the distinctive humor and physical comedy characteristic of Aardman's productions.
Aardman reveals poster for its stop-motion Pokemon series
Aardman Animations has revealed the first poster for its upcoming stop-motion Pokemon series, titled Pokemon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d and Pichu. The series is set to premiere next year.
Aardman teases a "hand-crafted spin" on Pokemon as its stop-motion series gets first look and main characters…
Aardman Animations and The Pokemon Company have revealed the first look at their upcoming stop-motion series, Pokemon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu, set to premiere in 2027. The series will feature a hand-crafted approach, claymation, and special effects, focusing on the adventures of Sirfetch’d and Pichu in the Galar region with a British sense of humor.
Aardman's Pokémon Series Looks Cracking In New Poster
Aardman Animations and The Pokémon Company have revealed new art and details for the upcoming stop-motion animated series, 'Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch'd & Pichu'. The series, set in the Galar region, is slated for release in 2027 and promises Aardman's signature slapstick humor.
POKÉMON AND AARDMAN SHARE NEW LOOK AT ‘POKÉMON TALES: THE MISADVENTURES OF SIRFETCH’D & PICHU’ AT ANNECY INTERNATIONAL ANIMATION FILM FESTIVAL
The Pokémon Company International and Aardman shared new details about their upcoming stop-motion animation project, 'Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu,' at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival. The project, set in the Galar region, is slated for a 2027 release and features a distinctly British sense of humor, characteristic of Aardman's work. Behind-the-scenes footage and artwork were revealed during a panel discussion.
Out of Words Is an Artistic, Handmade Breath of Fresh Air | IGN Preview
Out of Words is an upcoming 2D co-op platformer that distinguishes itself with its entirely handmade, stop-motion art style, where every in-game element is crafted physically. The game's narrative is inspired by a poem and aims to offer a unique, artistic experience in contrast to AI-generated content.
Out of Words is a Stop-Motion Masterpiece for Everyone
Out of Words is a handcrafted, two-player co-op stop-motion platformer developed by WiredFly & Kong Orange and published by Epic Games Publishing. Directed by Johan Oettinger, the game features unique physics-defying puzzles and a narrative about two young people navigating their relationship, with a poet, Morten Søndergaard, contributing to the development. The game is set to release on Xbox Series X|S in 2027 and is designed to be accessible to non-gamers.
Keanu Reeves to star in stop motion movie HIDARI
Keanu Reeves is set to star as the titular character in the upcoming Japanese stop-motion film HIDARI, produced by Dwarf Studios. The project, inspired by the legendary sculptor Jingoro Hidari, aims to blend Japanese anime aesthetics with stop-motion techniques using wood-carved puppets. The film is slated for completion in 2029 and will be in English.
Keanu Reeves Jadi Pengisi Suara untuk Film Stop-Motion Jepang 'Hidari'
Actor Keanu Reeves will voice the main character in the Japanese stop-motion film "Hidari," directed by Masashi Kawamura. The film is an expansion of Kawamura's viral short and is inspired by the legend of Jingoro Hidari. Reeves, who has previously done voice work for "Toy Story 4" and "Sonic the Hedgehog 3," expressed his enthusiasm for the project, which is a collaboration between Dwarf Studios, Whatever, and TECARAT.
Éalú - Winner of Irish Game Awards Best Expirimental Game Runner Up
Limerick-based indie studio Beyond the Bark received the Best Experimental Game Runner Up award for their debut title, Éalú, at the 2026 FÍS Games Summit. This hand-animated stop-motion point-and-click adventure game features a clockwork mouse navigating a labyrinth and explores themes of algorithmic behavioral loops. The game includes a score composed by musician Will Wood.
Ambroise Niflette & the Gleaned Bell gets playable demo
Indie developer Topotes Studio has released a playable demo for their stop-motion inspired mystery adventure game, Ambroise Niflette & the Gleaned Bell. The demo is available for Windows PC via Steam and allows players to explore the village, meet characters, and familiarize themselves with the game's investigative mechanics.
Nintendo releases official Mario stop motion videos [update: new video]
Nintendo has released a series of stop motion videos as part of its "My Mario" campaign, featuring the iconic character in various short scenarios. The videos are designed to be enjoyable for young children due to their brief runtime. Several installments have been published over several months, including 'Mario's Mustache,' 'Top Hat,' 'Shell Games,' 'Making Melodies,' 'Hide and Seek,' 'Balancing Act,' and 'Coin Jam.'
Review: The Midnight Walk (Switch 2) - Atmospheric Walking Sim Delivers A Haunting, Stop-Motion Nightmare
The Midnight Walk, a stop-motion horror walking simulator developed by MoonHood, offers a haunting and atmospheric journey on Nintendo Switch. Originally released on PlayStation 5 and PC, the game draws comparisons to Tim Burton's work with its unique blend of charming and terrifying visuals. Players control the Burnt One on a quest to Moon Mountain, encountering both helpful and menacing characters while evading shadowy creatures.
South of Midnight (PS5) Review: Deep South Action Game Is Gorgeous
South of Midnight is a gorgeous action-adventure game for the PlayStation 5, featuring a unique stop-motion animation style and engaging combat. Developed by Compulsion Games and published by Xbox Game Studios, the game offers a compelling story set in a mythological Deep South and includes extensive accessibility options. While the combat can become slightly repetitive, its overall presentation and narrative make it a worthwhile experience.
Animated Films Outside Disney That Transformed the Medium
This article highlights ten animated films outside of Disney and Pixar that have significantly transformed the medium through diverse styles and innovative storytelling. From the dialogue-free survival tale 'Flow' to the emotionally devastating 'Grave of the Fireflies,' these films demonstrate animation's broad potential.
Shaun the Sheep races against the clock to save Halloween in new trailer for the next movie from the studio behind…
A new trailer has been released for Aardman Animations' upcoming film, Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom. The stop-motion family adventure follows Shaun as he tries to save Halloween after the Farmer trashes the pumpkin patch, leading to a wild beast roaming the woods. The movie is set to arrive in theaters on September 18.
15 Breakthrough Movie Effects That Redefined Epic Storytelling
This analysis highlights 15 influential films that redefined storytelling through groundbreaking visual effects, from practical stunts in Mad Max: Fury Road to the CGI innovations in Avatar and the iconic "bullet time" of The Matrix. The article showcases how advancements in CGI, motion capture, and practical effects have consistently pushed the boundaries of cinematic possibility.
