Marvel’s latest direct-to-video venture, The Invincible Iron Man, has been scheduled for a January 23rd release. Its DVD will present the following bonus features: “an alternate opening sequence, two featurettes (The Origin of Iron Man and The Hall of Iron Man Armor), a preview of Marvel’s next movie called Dr. Strange, and a trailer gallery.” […]

Twelve video clips from the latest penguin adventure, Happy Feet, are now online at Yahoo! Movies. In cinemas nationwide, the film will open one week from Friday.

Hold the ‘Fone exclusively debuts the poster for Happily N’Ever After, the latest computer-animated spin on popular fables. Presenting the movie’s cast, the one-sheet displays the tagline, “Fairytale endings aren’t what they used to be.” Happily N’Ever After will open in theaters on January 5, 2007.

The Weinstein Company has grabbed the North American rights to the French film Piccolo, Saxo and Company, reports Yahoo! Movies. From Marco Villamizar, the computer-animated musical tells the tale of “Piccolo, Saxo and other brass and string instruments that band together to form a grand symphonic orchestra. The group goes on a quest to find […]

With its new Fall Line studio, the Walt Disney Company will create video games exclusively for such Nintendo systems as Wii, DS and Game Boy. Based in Salt Lake City, Fall Line will be run by Scott Novis, who headed production on the recent Cars video game. As Disney CEO Robert Iger stated last September, […]

A press release at Yahoo! Finance spreads the news that THQ will be bringing Disney/Pixar’s Ratatouille to video game consoles next summer. Based on the film, the game will be available for Xbox 360; Playstation’s 2, 3 and Portable; Nintendo’s Wii, GameCube, Game Boy Advance and DS; Windows PC and Mac, in addition to some […]

Representing JoBlo, Jason Adams recently visited Pixar Animation Studios. During the trip, Adams was able to tour the company’s premises, learning about such topics as the inspiration, art design, lighting and visual effects for Cars. The presentation also delved deeper in the making of the Cars DVD. However, the highlight of visit appears to have […]

With Moviehole, George Miller talks about Happy Feet, which he directed and co-wrote. Not only did he want to present a fun, whimsical musical, Miller also purposed to remind audiences of the environmental challenges facing penguins. Elijah Wood and Robin Williams are likewise participating in interviews for Happy Feet, speaking with SCI FI Wire about […]

Courtesy of Box Office Mojo: 3) Flushed Away with $18,814,323, averaging $5,075 over 3,707 theaters (1st week) 9) Open Season with $2,968,832, averaging $1,207 over 2,458 theaters ($81,254,598 total; 6th week) 21) The Nightmare Before Christmas in 3-D with $776,576, averaging $4,622 over 168 theaters ($7,415,808 total; 3rd week) 48) The Ant Bully with $53,350, […]

Ain’t It Cool News unveils the teaser poster for Disney/Pixar’s Ratatouille. The image displays the main character, Rémy, caught in a bind, while trying to retrieve some cheese. Meanwhile, a tagline above him explains, “He’s dying to become a chef.” Directed by Brad Bird and Jan Pinkava, Ratatouille will open in theaters on June 29th.

Jerry Seinfeld speaks with USA Today, regarding the trailer for Bee Movie. The ad, which debuted in theaters and online last week, purposely fails to show any footage from the future DreamWorks animated film. Instead, it reveals Seinfield, Chris Rock and numerous other actors dressed in insect costumes, leading up to a hilarious gag that […]

On September 27, it was reported that Comic-Con International 2006 provided visitors with a free promotional booklet for TMNT, next year’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle film. The pamphlet contained numerous illustrations from and inspired by the upcoming movie. Today, JoBlo takes a look at the booklet, showcasing the abundant artwork found inside it.

A teaser one-sheet for Shrek the Third has made its way to Hold the ‘Fone. The poster sports an image similar to the one found on the film’s website, with the noticeable exception that a crown now rests on the title ogre’s noggin. Concurrently, the Internet Movie Poster Awards has captured a Japanese poster for […]

Dark Horizons speaks with George Miller, regarding the story and visual effects of his latest film, Happy Feet. Likewise, SCI FI Wire talks with Robin Williams, who voices two different characters in the film: Ramon, an Argentine-accented penguin, and Lovelace the Guru, whose voice is reminiscent of Barry White. In the meantime, The New York […]

Crediting DVD Talk Forum for some of the info, Luxo has a helpful rundown of the exclusive additions certain retailers are offering with the Cars DVD, available in stores tomorrow. For instance, different bonus discs for the DVD may be found at Wal-Mart and Target, while a steelbook DVD case may be acquired at Future […]

Marketwire via SYS-CON Media indicates that Ever-Glory International Group, described as a “multinational enterprise specializing in garment manufacturing and exports,” is performing well with the Disney brand. In Europe, the company grossed over $100,000 for the first half of the year. “Disney is a world-famous entertainment company, so we are extremely pleased to be supplying […]

From Lionsgate arrives the newest trailer for Happily N’Ever After, a “Grimm” computer animated adventure. The film reveals the latest comedic antics of some of the most popular personalities found in fables, offering a satirical spin on the story of Cinderella. Opening in theaters on January 5, Happily N’Ever After stars the voices of Sarah […]

This Thanksgiving, Cartoon Network will count its blessings with a 12-hour marathon of favorite Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends episodes, beginning at 7 a.m. ET/PT. The event will lead up to the television premiere of Good Wilt Hunting, the first-ever, one-hour Fosters movie. “Good Wilt Hunting will explore how each character responds to meeting his […]

Animated News delivers its second and final set of Meet the Robinsons pictures, direct from the Disney animation tour. This particular array of photos shows maquettes of Lewis, Bowler Hat Guy and Mike ” Goob” Yagoobian, Lewis’s roommate at the orphanage. The set’s final picture, a screen capture from Robinsons, reveals Mike in his animated […]

Direct from the Disney animation tour, new pictures relating to Meet the Robinsons have been acquired by Animated News. In this first set of images, screen captures from the film, as well as concept artwork, are displayed. Please check back tomorrow for the second set of Robinsons photos!

Having heard the word from DreamWorks Animation, Coming Soon indicates that Shrek 4 is expected to hit theaters in 2010. Following the fourth Shrek entry will be Puss in Boots, once planned to be released directly to video. Concerning 2009, Monsters vs. Aliens, an original idea from DreamWorks, is scheduled for summer, while How to […]

The Animation Guild Blog notes that a second Curious George feature is being considered by Universal Cartoon Studios. If the film moves forward, it will aim for a direct-to-video release. Likewise, a second season of the Curious George television series is in the works, consisting of somewhere around 21 episodes. In the meantime, The Land […]

With JoBlo, Hugh Jackman describes his involvement with Flushed Away and Happy Feet. For the former film, he talks of his son’s excitement, working with Kate Winslet, and the show-stealing slugs. Regarding Happy Feet, Jackman explains his character, Memphis, a penguin who wants to be Elvis. In addition, the actor relays his thoughts on voice […]

A brand-new clip from Flushed Away has been caught exclusively by Coming Soon. The QuickTime video features the villainous Toad referring to his dastardly scheme – in baby talk. Flushed Away will enter theaters this Friday.

Producer Don Hahn is “taking a lengthy sabbatical” from Walt Disney Feature Animation, reports the Animation Guild Blog. The word was spread to animation staffers on Friday via an e-mail, in which Hahn explained that he needed a break. How long that absence will last is uncertain. In the meantime, the site also breaks the […]

LeafyTractor interviews Simon Otto, supervising animator for DreamWorks/Aardman’s Flushed Away. Topics touched include technical aspects of Away, current trends and the future of computer animation, a return of traditional animation, and tips for aspiring artists.

On a note of pure speculation, the Internet Movie Database has received a synopsis for The Simpsons Movie: “When Homer accidentally pollutes the river with toxic waste from the nuclear power plant, he gets fired from his job, and everyone has to evacuate Springfield, possibly forever.” Until confirmed by proper sources, this tidbit should be […]

This past weekend, Romeo & Juliet: Sealed with a Kiss was released in theaters across California. Distributed by Indican Pictures, the film is the brainchild of Phil Nibbelink, who completely animated the project. Blending Flash animation and a hand-drawn fashion, Sealed with a Kiss plays William Shakespeare’s timeless tale in a G-rated manner, allowing an […]

The “Full CD Listening Party” section of AOL Music presents the entire soundtrack to Happy Feet. Featuring performances from solo artists with one-word titles as Prince, Pink and Fantasia, the album also offers tracks from actors Robin Williams, Nicole Kidman and Brittany Murphy. While the film will not open in theaters until November 17, the […]

In “T’Iger Shark,” the New York Post examines the current state of the Walt Disney Company under the leadership of CEO Robert Iger. Including a graph in its report, the article recollects on the company’s financial improvement thus far this year. Likewise, some of Iger’s major business moves are noticed, including the acquisition of Pixar, […]