The Nashville Business Journal reports that starting Saturday, September 9th, NBC and Telemundo will host the Big Idea series VeggieTales, 3-2-1 Penguins, and Larry Boy – The Cartoon Adventures. Likewise, the I Network, formerly known as PAX, will carry the series, beginning Friday, September 15th.

According to The Sun via IBN Live, the U.S. Marines guarding Saddam Hussein are punishing the former Iraqi dictator with himself – sort of. Apparently, Hussein is being treated to repeated screenings of his mock appearance in South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut. South Park‘s co-creator, Matt Stone, is reported as saying at the Edinburgh […]

The latest pictures from Happy Feet are available for one’s viewing pleasure at MySan.de, while IGN FilmForce has a flurry of new shots from Flushed Away. Also, photos from The Walt Disney Animation Fall Launch Party, held last night in Los Angeles, may be found at Yahoo! News.

Through a press release at Yahoo! Finance, word spreads that Edgar & Ellen is coming to Nicktoons Network, in six new half-hour specials. The first of the episodes, “Accept No Substitutes,” will debut this Saturday, September 2, at 8:30pm, with a preview of the special now showing at the official websites of Edgar & Ellen […]

Once confined to weekends, Mickey Mouse Clubhouse will soon move to weekdays. The Playhouse Disney series’ transition to a daily format will occur on September 18th, says Multichannel News. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse’s new schedule will be marked by a week-long programming event, with each day’s episode focusing on one of Mickey’s friends. A new adventure […]

The Rochdale Observer notes the touching tale of four-year-old Ella Scott, born with two holes in her heart, who has won a trip to see Disney on Ice’s Princess Classics. The prize likewise comes with Scott getting to meet the princesses: Cinderella, Jasmine, Ariel, Aurora (Sleeping Beauty), Belle, Mulan and Snow White.

Jim Hill Media writes of a luncheon Disney CEO Bob Iger recently shared with three Imagineering veterans at the Team Disney building. The purpose of the meeting was for Iger to learn more about the managerial methods of Walt Disney, in addition to discussing how improvements could be made to California Adventure. Furthermore, the composition […]

Speaking to Video Business Online, Lori MacPherson, general manager of North America for Buena Vista Worldwide Home Entertainment, lends some insight into Disney’s DVD plans for the remainder of 2006. Animation-related DVDs noticed include The Little Mermaid and Cars, as well as next year’s Tinker Bell and the Ring of Belief. In the meantime, Ultimate […]

TV Shows on DVD reports that the release of Transformers: Armada – Season 1, Part 2 has been delayed one week. Once scheduled for September 26th, the DVD set will hit stores on October 3rd.

Newsarama relays the info Eric Radomski provides about his upcoming series, Shaggy & Scooby-Doo: Get A Clue. The article explains the show’s premise, noting that Fred, Daphne, Velma, and the original Mystery Machine will only occasionally appear. Sporting a new look for its title characters, Shaggy & Scooby-Doo will premiere in the Kids’ WB lineup, […]

Lifehacker points to a fun, easy way for younger animation enthusiasts to create their own animated shorts. Instructables has the instructions, which call for a whiteboard, a USB camera, a computer, and free software.

According to Contact Music, hip-hop star Pharrell Williams, producer of hits for Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, Snoop Dogg and Nelly, has admitted his love for animation. Williams commented, “I’m always watching Disney cartoons: Bambi, Snow White, The Incredibles and Toy Story. It’s life-altering, that [stuff]. I’m a Cartoon Network fan. And Boomerang. That’s the throwback […]

IGN offers a sneak peek at one of THQ’s introductory Wii projects, Spongebob Squarepants: Creature from the Krusty Krab. The preview particularly examines the platforming portions of the game, presenting video footage and screenshots.

The Sierra Vista Herald notices animator Mike Gerard, who is currently enjoying life as an Arizona Ranger and a federal officer with Transportation Security Administration. A graduate from the California Institute of the Arts, Gerard’s credits include: Beauty and the Beast, Mickey’s the Prince & the Pauper, The Simpsons, Tiny Toon Adventures, Angry Beavers, Animaniacs, […]

AngolaPress indicates that China’s cartoon industry is expected to produce 70,000 minutes of animation this year, signaling the industry’s rapid development. Attempting to reach that goal, the country has released 50,000 minutes of cartoons, already exceeding last year’s total of 47,200 minutes.

Yahoo! Movies/Reuters writes that Ice Age director Chris Wedge will helm a computer animated adaptation of William Joyce’s picture book The Leaf Men and Brave Good Bugs. Twentieth Century Fox is developing the project. “Described as an epic adventure centering on ancient elfin magic, the book follows a troop of brave bugs who march off […]

Jim Hill Media introduces new pictures from My Friends Tigger and Pooh, including images of some early merchandise inspired by the show. Pooh will debut on Playhouse Disney next spring.

TV Shows on DVD brings its readers the cover artwork to a selection of future DVD releases. Titles in the mix include front art for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles – Season 3 (2003) and Transformers: Armada – Season 1, Part 2, along with back art for Batman Beyond – The Complete Second Season and Speed […]

Nickelodeon Movies and MTV Films are becoming full labels for the Paramount Motion Picture Group, ending their 12-year runs as production companies. Thus, the duo will join a lineup that includes Paramount Pictures, DreamWorks SKG, Paramount Vantage and Paramount Classics. Coming Soon has more on this development. Nickelodeon Movies has handled numerous animated movies based […]

Channel NewsAsia heralds that schools in Signapore are using animation to teach National Education. From sand to crayons, a variety of materials are utilized as students create their own animated shorts, in the name of education, competition, and fun. The piece includes a video demonstrating students at work on their animated undertakings.

With a press release at Yahoo! Finance, Promise Technologies, Inc. announces that some of Pixar’s top talent will be attending Screenwriting Expo 5. The schedule for this year’s event includes a full day of programs by Pixar Animation Studio’s key creative personnel. On Saturday, October 21st, both Andrew Stanton and Brad Bird will be in […]

CNN Money posts the results of a poll conducted by outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas, dealing with the eight worst bossses on TV. The list includes The Simpsons’ Mr. Burns, Homer Simpson’s boss, and The Jetsons’ Cosmo Spacely, George Jetson’s employer. Other television bosses in the list are Gordon Ramsey, head chef for Hell’s […]

Courtesy of Box Office Mojo: 6 – Barnyard with $7,581,622, averaging $2,349 over 3,227 theaters ($46,088,273 total; 3rd week) 14 – Monster House with $1,970,819, averaging $1,178 over 1,673 theaters ($67,372,407 total; 5th week) 17 – The Ant Bully with $1,041,357, averaging $1,225 over 850 theaters ($24,616,815 total; 4th week) 24 – Cars with $438,906, […]

The Animation Guild Blog directs readers to The Los Angeles Times, where an intriguing and informative article awaits on the subject of writer’s residuals in animation. The piece explains the noticeable differences in salaries between writers of live-action and animated projects. Furthermore, the composition explains how that standard was set.

The soundtrack for Brother Bear 2 is now for sale at iTunes. Only tracks of the movie’s score, composed by Dave Metzger, may be bought individually, with Melissa Etheridge’s three new tunes being “Album Only” releases.

Cover artwork for the Garfield: A Tale of Two Kitties DVD has been revised, as revealed by DVD Active. The latest version of the packaging replaces Prince with Otie, while also opting for a more colorful appearance. Garfield: A Tale of Two Kitties will enter stores on October 10th. Also dealing with the subject of […]

Coming Soon was invited to attend a sneak peek of numerous projects in the works at Sony Pictures Animation, including Open Season, Surf’s Up, Hotel Transylvania and Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs. The site summarizes the sights and sounds seen during the presentation, which featured clips from the noted films. Speaking of Surf’s Up, […]

While promoting The Quiet, 24’s Elisha Cuthbert told SCI FI Wire the story behind her involvement with Cat Tale, a role she landed thanks to her voicework on the 24 video game. “They said, ‘You’ve got a great voice, and we’d love to use you for an animated cartoon. It wouldn’t take up a lot […]

According to a research team at the University of Siena, cartoons provide twice as much comfort as mothers, when it comes to easing pain. The study especially regarded discomfort during medical procedures, such as the retrieving of a blood sample. Hypnosis, toys, and even virtual reality glasses were all used during the test. However, animation […]

As noticed by “askmike1” at the Animated News Forum, the teaser website for Shrek the Third is now open for business, showcasing a promotional image for the movie. The third chapter in the Shrek saga will arrive nationwide on May 18, 2007.