After years of disappointments, animated originals are making a big play in 2026 with Pixar, Disney and DreamWorks all rolling out new IP.

The artists behind 'Zootopia 2' created new worlds in the animated sequel with extensive research and a lot of discussion.

Verse, Beauty and the Beast, and Akira are among the greatest, most untouchable animated movies of the last 100 years.

Lucas Kloberdanz-Dyck is a writer for Collider. He grew up creating lists, stories, and worlds, which led to his love of anime and video games. He attended Sheridan College where he earned an Honours ...

From weak theatrical intent to cultural controversy, Disney animation faces major challenges even as it experiments with fresh formats and new IP. Jeff Gritchen/MediaNews Group/Orange County Register ...

The animation industry has always been labor-intensive, blending artistry, innovation, and technology to bring stories to life. Now, a new technological shift, generative AI (genAI), is sparking ...

Whether soaring through the sky or sharing a playful moment with his human bestie Hiccup, Toothless, the dark-hued dragon with a friendly face and an injured tail, disarms you with his endearing ...

In the animated film space, two things naturally come to mind: stories for children and big-budget, formulaic projects. The former idea is something directors have been fighting for years, a recent ...

The Phasing Animation feature in D5 Render 2.9 redefines how professionals present complex projects. It simplifies the creation of dynamic, step-by-step visualizations, perfect for showcasing ...

For a lucky few, doodling online can be a full-time career. At VidCon Anaheim 2024, Polygon spoke with three artists — Haminations, BrodyAnimates, and illymation — who turned their love of art and ...

An in-depth look at the techniques, workflows, and software that brought Netflix's Arcane to life. Based on the popular MOBA (Multiplayer online battle arena) game League of Legends, Netflix's Arcane ...