KidScreen indicates that Nickelodeon International has secured the broadcast rights for Frankenstein’s Cat in six territories, including Spain, Benelux, South East Asia, Australia, Latin America and Israel. The digitally animated 30 x 11-minute series is based on the acclaimed book by Curtis Jobling.

DVD Active has received the cover artwork for Paramount Home Entertainment’s Dragonlance. Available to own January 15th, he animated Dungeons & Dragons adventure features the voices of Kiefer Sutherland, Lucy Lawless, and Michael Rosenbaum.

MovieWeb talks to director Brad Bird about the Ratatouille DVD, among other things. Topics in the conversation also include the benefits of Blu-ray, the usefulness of motion capture, the possibility of Bird doing an R-rated animated film and his upcoming live-action project 1906.

On Sunday, October 28, it was reported that the Kung Fu Panda promo teaser, to be found on the upcoming Shrek the Third DVD, had been posted online. Now, the film’s theatrical teaser trailer, set to play with Bee Movie, may be viewed at Moviefone.

Following a test screening in Portland, Oregon for WALL-E, numerous reviews have made their way online. Positive feedback for Disney/Pixar’s 2008 entry may be found at OregonLive.com, as well as the Internet Movie Database message boards.

On Tuesday, October 30th, DreamWorks Animation CEO Jeffrey Katzenberg revealed more information on the company’s 2010 slate. One announced item was the title of the next installment in the Shrek film franchise: Shrek Goes Fourth, which will hit theaters on May 21, 2010. Then in the fall of that year, the superhero send-up Master Mind, […]

Joining the ranks of Hannibal Lecter, Michael Myers and Leatherface is the latest icon in the horror genre: Bambi. Counting down the “Top 25 Horror Movies,” Time places the Walt Disney classic Bambi at #20 on the list. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio and Dumbo likewise do not go unnoticed, with the magazine […]

In its list of the “Top 100 living geniuses,” Telegraph includes a couple of well-known names in animation. Appearing in the lineup are The Simpsons creator Matt Groening at #4 and John Lasseter, chief creative officer at Pixar and Walt Disney Animation Studios, at #58.

Upcoming Pixar points to Collider, where Brad Bird and John Lasseter, Brad Lewis, Brian Dennehy and Andrew Jimenez and Michael Giacchino talk about Ratatouille and its DVD release. In related news, SCI FI Wire focuses on the traditionally animated short Your Friend the Rat, included on the Ratatouille DVD. The article features thoughts from the […]

A trip to the Ultimate Disney forum reveals that a batch of new images from Enchanted are on display at Kino-Govno.com. Meanwhile, new videos for Enchanted have been discovered, with one containing cast interviews and the other one revealing footage from the film’s London premiere. On a final note, the forum writes that those who […]

The official MySpace page for Enchanted has debuted. As a special treat, the site is allowing visitors to hear the complete soundtrack for the Disney musical, with songs by composer Alan Menken and lyricist Stephen Schwartz.

At Animated Views, the site’s own Ben Simon examines the Meet the Robinsons DVD, giving the overall package a score of 7/10. “While the movie isn’t a straight home run (it’s perhaps too quirky for its own good, possibly the result of eight screenwriters), it does reward greatly on recurring viewings, which is where the […]

At the Pixar Planet forum, word arrives that the official website for Ratatouille has been updated with further information on the film’s DVD and Blu-ray releases. Stores nationwide will serve Ratatouille on November 6th.

According to Box Office Mojo, the live-action/computer animated Alvin and the Chipmunks has been rated PG by the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA). The rating was provided due to “some mild rude humor.”

Blue Sky Disney showcases the new logo for Disney’s Hollywood Studios, currently known as Disney-MGM Studios, at Walt Disney World. The artwork prominently features Mickey Mouse operating a clapboard.

TV Shows on DVD suggests that The Richie Rich/Scooby-Doo Hour (1980), The Pebbles and Bamm-Bamm Show (1971) and Frankenstein Jr. and the Impossibles (1966) will be given their own DVD sets in 2008.

Playback examines the Sheridan Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, currently celebrating its 40th anniversary. Furthermore, the piece places attention toward the achievements of the college’s alumni.

TV Shows on DVD introduces the front artwork for Happy Tree Friends – Season 1, Volume 4, as well as the rear artwork for The All-New Super Friends Hour – Season 1, Volume 1. In addition, the site serves the official press release for TaleSpin – Volume 2.

The List Universe counts down the “Top 15 Film Misquotes.” Coming in at #7 in the lineup is the Queen from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. It is suggested that most people believe the villain spoke the words, “Mirror, mirror on the wall, who is the fairest of them all?” However, as the article […]

The Business of Animation blog points to the website of Critter Pix, where one may learn more about the animation studio’s production plans. Films the company is aiming to make include a Spy Guy trilogy, Ollie the Otter and Hollywood Vermin.

With Rotten Tomatoes, author Neil Gaiman has nothing but positive things to say about the anticipated stop-motion adaptation of Coraline. Interestingly, he comments, “I’ve seen tests; actual animation of about four minutes which is gorgeous and glorious, and I’m just hoping they don’t clean it up too much. I think they’ve learned a lesson from […]

DVD Active has the updated cover artwork for The Simpsons Movie, with package’s front no longer including the popular pig Plopper. The Simpsons Movie DVD will enter stores on December 18th.

Comics2Film writes that La-La Land Records is releasing the Superman: Doomsday soundtrack today, October 23rd. The album features music from the direct-to-video title, as composed by Robert J. Kral (Duck Dodgers, the upcoming Batman Anime).

First Showing writes that at ShowEast, underway in Orlando, Florida, the idea of sequels to Walt Disney Picture’s Enchanted resurfaced. The article adds that the anticipated November film is “a definite must-see for any Disney fans or anyone looking for a heartwarming, funny and enjoyable family film.” Meanwhile, word arrives via the Ultimate Disney Forum […]

Comics2Film has discovered the trailer for the animated feature Turok, Son of Stone. To be released by The Weinstein Company, the film is directed by Tad Stones (the Hellboy Animated franchise).

The A.V. Club places Jonathan Katz in its lineup titled “For Your Reconsideration.” The section specifically highlights the comedian’s work on Dr. Katz, Professional Therapist, commenting that the series was “short on kinetic animation, but long on verbal wit and low-key observational humor.”

Cracked.com lists the “Eight Worst Places to Steal a Movie Idea.” Various animated projects are noted in cases for and against certain items, from comics and graphic novels to TV shows and toys, being among the “worst places.”

TV Shows on DVD indicates that the two DVD volumes of Rocket Robin Hood, which were previously scheduled for an October 23rd release, have been delayed for November 27th. Thus far, a reason for the rescheduling has not been given.

Warner Bros. has released a set of four images from last Saturday’s episode of Legion of Super Heroes, titled Chained Lightning. Showcased at Comics2Film, the pictures focus on Lightning Lad and his cybernetic arm. A brand-new episode of Super Heroes, named The Karate Kid, will premiere on Saturday, October 27, at 11:00 a.m. ET/PT as […]

“The Jungle Book’s Platinum Edition, for any faults, is a clear step back up after the lacklustre recent inclusions of Cinderella, Lady And The Tramp and The Little Mermaid,” writes animation historian Ben Simon, in Animated Views‘ review of the latest entry in Disney’s premium home entertainment series. Of the film, Ben proclaims, “The movie […]