Digital media and children’s television executive Lisa Judson has been named President of Warner Bros. Animation, as announced by Bruce Rosenblum, President of Warner Bros. Television Group, to whom Judson will directly report. “With Lisa, we have an executive with a proven track record in innovative, attention-grabbing marketing as well as finely honed creative skills […]

Coming Soon indicates that the official online domain for Kung Fu Panda has received an update, containing a colorful teaser image. Featuring the voices of Jack Black, Angelina Jolie, Jackie Chan, Lucy Liu, Dustin Hoffman and Ian McShane, the DreamWorks Animation film will hit theaters on June 6, 2008.

The Internet Movie Poster Awards has acquired a new international one-sheet for Surf’s Up. Meanwhile, banners featuring the film’s characters Cody Maverick, Lani Aliikai, Chicken Joe, Tank Evans and Mikey Abromowitz have been discovered at eBay.

According to Variety, Pixar’s Up, scheduled for a 2009 release, will follow the adventures of a 70-year-old man who teams up with a wilderness ranger to fight beasts and villains. Pixar veteran Bob Peterson is writing the script and will co-direct with Monsters Inc director Pete Docter. The site also reveals what seems to be […]

The Internet Movie Poster Awards now showcases four French posters for The Simpsons Movie advertising different aspects of the movie such as Suspense, Love, Action, and Romance. The Simpsons Movie opens in US theaters on July 27th, 2007.

The Muppet Newsflash reports that Jim Henson’s The Dark Crystal will be shown at the Aero Theater in Santa Monica, CA on Saturday, June 16th at 3:00pm. Following the special screening of the film there will be a Q & A with screenwriter David Odell. Odell wrote The Dark Crystal together with Jim Henson, and […]

The Wall Street Journal via Reuters reports that the Walt Disney Company is collaborating with India’s Yash Raj Films to make animated movies starring the voices of Indian movie stars. In Mumbai, a spokeswoman for Yash Raj decllined to comment on the news, although she discerned that a press conference concerning Disney is indeed scheduled […]

According to Box Office Mojo, there will 800 sneak previews of Ratatouille on Saturday, June 16th. Afterward, the Disney/Pixar film will return to theaters nationwide on June 29th.

With Animated Views, directors Chris Buck and Ash Brannon talk about their latest directorial venture, Surf’s Up. From Sony Pictures Animation, the animated documentary looks at the Penguin World Surfing Championship, where the young up-and-comer Cody Maverick hopes to achieve success. In the AN&V piece, both Buck and Brannon reveal interesting stories regarding their direction […]

Blue Sky Disney indicates that Walt Disney Animation Studios’ American Dog is rumored to have been renamed Bolt. Previously, it had been suggested that the film would be known as Hollywood Dog.

PRNewswire spreads the word that Nickelodeon will premiere the animated series Wayside on Monday, June 25 at 12:30 p.m. (ET/PT). The press release summarizes, “Wayside chronicles the adventures of Mrs. Jewls’ class on the 30th floor as they navigate their way through the ups, ups and ups of grade school.” Produced by Nelvana, the show […]

TV Shows on DVD has the cover artwork for The Tick Vs. Season 2, scheduled to be released on August 7th. Meanwhile, the site debuts the rear artwork for Tom and Jerry – Spotlight Collection Volume 3, thus revealing the bonus features for the upcoming 2-disc DVD set. Concurrently, it has been learned that Fantastic […]

More news from the land down under: Orange County, California, not Australia. Yesterday’s Orange County Register reported on the soft opening to the media and select annual passholders of the Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage ride at Disneyland Park before its grand opening today, June 11. From the sound of it there are now two Disneyland […]

AWN.com has an in-depth interview with production designer Paul Lasaine where he talks about the challenges he and his crew faced in designing the look of the Sony Pictures Animation’s 3D feature Surf’s Up. The documentary-style story required a somewhat more realistic feel than the stylized look of many recent 3D animated features. Along with […]

Denis Leary, the voice of the saber-toothed tiger Diego from Ice Age and its sequel Ice Age: The Meltdown talks to MTV News about the upcoming third film in Fox’s animated franchise. The actor is not sure about the storyline of the film which, according to him, doesn’t really matter. Second film in the franchise, […]

The following is the official press release announcing “An Evening With Andreas Deja” at the Van Eaton Galleries in Sherman Oaks on Thursday, June 21st:

Sony Pictures Animation’s Surf’s Up opens today in approximately 3,528 theaters. The latest penguin picture is receiving high praise from critics. Its Rotten Tomatoes score currently stands at 71%, with the Cream of the Crop section producing an 80% “Fresh” rating. The site summarizes, “Surf’s Up is a laid back, visually stunning animated movie presented […]

Box Office Mojo reveals that a new Disney/Pixar venture titled Up has been scheduled for June 12, 2009. Official details on the film’s plot have yet to be released. Thanks to ‘PatrickvD’ at the Animated News & Views Forum for the notice of this news.

Following is the official press release for the June 19th release of Walt Disney Pictures and Walden Media’s Bridge to Terabithia on DVD and Blu-ray Disc. “Based on Katherine Paterson’s Newbery Award-winning novel, Bridge to Terabithia recounts the heartwarming tale of kids who stumble upon the fantasy kingdom Terabithia, where they face the challenges of […]

TV Shows on DVD has the lowdown on Fraggle Rock – The Complete Third Season including the DVD’s artwork and bonus features. The site likewise confirms that the first season of The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy is on its way, while they also display a bigger version of the cover artwork for Robot […]

AWN reports that Flash animation found on the official website of the 2012 London Olympics has been removed after reports came in that it was causing epileptic seizures. The animation was also broadcast on television, which caused some TV viewers to have seizures as well. Some say the animation of the Olympic logo, which has […]

TAG and Blue Sky Disney both report on the recent Walt Disney Animation Studios meeting, where Glen Keane, co-director of Disney’s upcoming Rapunzel, commented that the restructuring of feature animation instituted by new leaders Ed Catmull and John Lasseter has greatly improved the story for Rapunzel. Everyone seemed to be excited about the new emphasis […]

USA TODAY reports that 14 US cities by the name of Springfield are competing for best “real life” version of The Simpsons’ famous hometown. The Springfield that wins will get the honor of hosting the world premiere of The Simpsons Movie on July 26th. Each Springfield will have to submit a three to five-minute film […]

It hasn’t even been released theatrically yet but Dr. DVD (Brian Erdy to some) sits down with Brad Bird, Patton Oswalt, Lou Romano, Janeane Garofalo and Brad Lewis to talk with them about Ratatouille.

Upcoming Pixar points to Cinema Blend who have posted a description of Pixar’s WALL•E teaser trailer, first shown at the recent press screening of Ratatouille. Mind that the teaser description includes mild spoilers. WALL•E will hit US theaters on June 27th, 2008.

The VES Festival of Visual Effects in L.A. will host a special behind-the-scenes look at the world of Shrek this Sunday, called Shrek Through The Ages.

The Muppet Newsflash reveals the DVD cover artwork for the 2-disc anniversary editions of Jim Henson’s The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth. The two DVD sets will come in special lenticular packaging and will feature a new digital transfer and never before seen bonus features. Both DVDs are expected to be released on August 14th, 2007.

Coming Soon reports that The Walt Disney Studios has signed an exclusive multi-year first look deal with SpiderMan creator Stan Lee and his production company POW! Entertainment. Under the terms of the agreement, Lee and his production company are expected to develop and produce multiple forms of entertainment. The news was first announced by Dick […]

In a recent interview with Courier Mail, Jeffrey Katzenberg, head of Dreamworks Animation, revealed that the fourth and fifth installments of Shrek are planned to be released in 2010 and 2013.

TV Shows on DVD reveals the cover art and release dates for Adult Swims’ Metalocalypse – Season 1, Squidbillies – Volume 1 and Robot Chicken – Season 2. The site also showcases the cover art for the 4th volume of Voltron: Defender of the Universe – Red Lion, as well as providing a list of […]