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, […]

Animation Magazine notices the inspirational tale behind Romeo and Juliet: Sealed with a Kiss. The independently produced film was a labor love for Phil Nibbelink, who completely animated the feature himself. As the article explains, Nibbelink carefully crafted his work, using Flash animation to assist his hand-drawn style. After five years in the making, Sealed […]

The official online stop for Happy Feet has been treated with a fun Halloween theme. Thus, the site now grants visitors a plethora of sections, while also directing to the movie’s MySpace page. Thanks to reader Ryan Bryant for the heads up on this news, as well as the following two reports.

Yahoo! Buzz Log takes a trip down memory lane, on the lookout for “where the air is sweet.” To celebrate the DVD release of Sesame Street – Old School, Vol. 1 (1969-1974), the site reminisces on the series’ early days, linking to some interesting Sesame searches.

According to the New York Post [contains mild language], the stage musical of Mary Poppins experienced a misfortune last Wednesday, when its set malfunctioned. Thus, the show was cancelled shortly after the mishap, following the start of Act II. The accident is believed to have cost Disney and its co-producer, Cameron Mackintosh, about $150,000 in […]

Coming Soon has an exclusive first look at the poster for Meet the Robinsons, from Walt Disney Feature Animation. In addition, the site unveils a couple of character images, along with a synopsis that contains more details regarding the movie’s story. Meet the Robinsons will open in theaters on March 30th. Thanks to “KingPopper” at […]

With the Chicago Sun-Times, Jeannie Schulz, widow of Peanuts creator Charles Schulz, and animator/director Bill Melendez recollect on the making of It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown. The special premiered October 27, 1966, on CBS. Forty years later, the Halloween classic continues its annual television tradition, airing tonight on its latest network home, ABC. Thanks […]

Coming Soon speaks with two of the stars from DreamWorks/Aardman’s Flushed Away: Hugh Jackman, the voice of Roddy St. James, and Andy Serkis, the voice of Spike. The duo discusss their characters, as well as why they became involved with the feature, which opens next Friday.

Film Journal shares some thoughts from director George Miller, regarding his latest project, Happy Feet. In the piece, Miller compares and contrasts working with animation and live-action. In addition, the director lists a few of his influences, observing tales from Aboriginal cultures, as well as Pixar’s pictures and Walt Disney’s Pinocchio.