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Peacock Orders ‘Ted’ Animated Series With Mark Wahlberg, Amanda Seyfried, Jessica Barth

Sunday, May 11

Peacock has ordered an animated series based on the Ted film franchise, with Seth MacFarlane reprising his role as the foul-mouthed teddy bear. The series follows the events after the two live-action films, with... Read More.

BET+ Orders Animated Series ‘Lil Kev’ Based On Kevin Hart’s Childhood

Monday, January 27

BET+ has ordered the adult animated series Lil Kev, inspired by Kevin Hart's childhood in 1993 North Philadelphia. Hart is set to executive produce and voice the lead character, with Wanda Sykes as his... Read More.

‘Ghostbusters’ Animated Movie In The Works From Sony And Netflix

Thursday, December 19

Sony Animation and Netflix are collaborating on a new Ghostbusters animated film, with Kris Pearn (Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs) attached to direct. The project is still in early stages, and plot details... Read More.

Iron Man Animated Kids Series Set For Disney+ and Disney Jr.

Tuesday, October 15

Disney Jr. will introduce a new preschool series, Marvel's Iron Man and His Awesome Friends, featuring young Tony Stark, Riri Williams (Ironheart), and Amadeus Cho (Iron Hulk) in summer 2025 on Disney Jr. and... Read More.

‘Twilight’ Animated Series ‘Midnight Sun’ Lands At Netflix

Wednesday, September 4

Netflix has ordered an animated adaptation of Stephanie Meyer’s Twilight novel Midnight Sun. The series, originally reported to be in development last year, will be a retelling of the first Twilight book from the... Read More.

Pharrell Williams Shares Trailer For His Lego Animated Biopic, ‘Piece By Piece’

Thursday, June 6

Pharrell Williams' idea for a biopic about his life is as inventive as his music. The multi-Grammy winning musician shared a trailer for his brand new movie, Piece By Piece

‘Super Mario Bros. Movie’ Has Best Second Weekend Ever For An Animated Film

Monday, April 17

The Super Mario Bros. Movie is continuing its record-breaking streak. The film pulled in $87 million at the domestic box office over the weekend, posting the best second weekend for an animated film ever.... Read More.

Katy Perry Lands Lead Role In Animated Musical

Thursday, May 12

Katy Perry will star as the title character in Melody, an animated musical feature created, directed, and produced by Jeremy Zag. Along with 3 others, Perry will also have the title of producer. ... Read More.