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17 January 2022

WarnerMedia Kids & Family Acquires Animated Series Dodo from CAKE for HBO Max

Based on Jack Bennett’s Award-winning Animated Short, the Relatable Comedy for Kids Explores the Awkward Middle School Years

14 January 2022

CAKE SECURES UK DEAL FOR TISH TASH

In August 2021, leading kids’ entertainment specialist CAKE announced a UK deal for 2D animated pre-school series Tish Tash.

13 January 2022

CAKE SIGNS NEW SEASON OF KIRI AND LOU WITH CBEEBIES

Leading kids’ entertainment specialist CAKE announced in June that CBeebies have pre-bought the latest season of Kiri and Lou following the series’ strong premiere on the channel last year.

11 January 2022

DNEG Deep Dive

Tune into the #DeepDive to be inspired and learn first-hand how a crew of talented artists, producers and technicians tackled the creative and technical challenges of making their first animated movie.

10 January 2022

Kidscreen Live Event Postponed until July 2022

Kidscreen Summit Virtual still taking place from March 7 to 11, providing industry connection opportunities in the interim.

Riverdance: The Animated Adventure arrives on Netflix on January 14th

It’s official! Aniventure's first feature film Riverdance: The Animated Adventure is coming to Netflix on January 14th 2022!

5 January 2022

CINESITE REUNITES WITH MGM TO DELIVER THE ADDAMS FAMILY SEQUEL

Cinesite’s breakdown showreel and still images reveal the creation of the sequel from storyboarding and design through to final render.

4 January 2022

THE CHILDREN’S MEDIA CONFERENCE’S EDITORIAL DIRECTOR GREG CHILDS AWARDED OBE

The Children’s Media Conference (CMC) is delighted to announce that its Editorial Director Greg Childs has been awarded an OBE for Services to International Trade and the Children’s Media Sector in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours List

13 December 2021

UK Animation industry sees huge boost in film production

TODAY, the BFI has released vital new research demonstrating the positive impact of tax relief on output across the screen industries. 

19 November 2021

Tinmouse Launches The Good Hour

As part of Tinmouse's company mission to do good, they will be launching The Good Hour on November 19th.

18 November 2021

Five years for one Good Hour: Turning an Animation Studio into a Force for Good

Shouldn’t we all be using our businesses for good, thinking about the bigger picture? It has taken 5 years to get here, but Tinmouse is now on track to be more than just an animation studio.

2 November 2021

WILDBRAIN’S TELETUBBIES GET READY TO RAVE WITH NEW MUSIC ALBUM READY, STEADY, GO!

Live-action videos and full-length album created and produced by WildBrain Spark’s digital studios launching on YouTube and digital music streaming platforms.

29 October 2021

Destination Animation by Salamandra.uk CEO, Christine MacKay

The First B2B Animation Book - Available on Amazon & Kindle from 24th November 2021.

28 October 2021

Creative Access and McLaren Racing launch new Career Development Bursary

Creative Access, the leading social enterprise in progressive career development and support and McLaren Racing are today launching the Creative Access x McLaren Racing Career Development Bursary.

25 October 2021

Freefolk’s Jason Watts Directs Animated Spot for Hasbro Gaming/Smyths Toys

Following their work on last year’s Christmas commercial for Smyths, Freefolk have created a lively and action-packed commercial for Hasbro Gaming and Smyths Toys.

14 October 2021

Epic Story Media Signs Broadcast & Licensing Deals on Slate of Zombies, Horses and Heroes

Independent content creation, distribution and licensing company Epic Story Media Inc. (ESM) has signed deals for both broadcast and licensing partners on a number of key titles across its slate of vibrant, distinctive children’s programming – as well as debuting new MIPCOM launches.

11 October 2021

Novel Entertainment’s Horrid Henry is on Amazon Kids+

All five seasons of the internationally successful animated series launching on the child-friendly subscription service from 11^th October.

23 September 2021

Jellyfish Pictures Appoints Paul Baaske as Head of Technical Direction

Bringing over 10 years of creative and technical leadership experience to the role, Baaske will support the next stages of the Company’s growth.

10 September 2021

Animation Shares Hope in World Suicide Prevention Day