Latest news of animated-series
29 OCT 2025
Kids & Animation
TF1 and Ellipse Animation develop “Animal Jack” series based on bestselling comic
With over 1 million copies sold globally, the literary adaptation targets children aged 5–8 and will consist of 52 eleven-minute episodes, enriching TFOU’s slate of high-performing animated content.
23 OCT 2025
Trends
Game‑to‑Anime commissions surge as studios pivot digital IP into animation
According to Ampere Analysis, announced game‑to‑anime commissions climbed by 137% year‑on‑year in 2024, overtaking comics to become the third‑largest source of adaptations.
10 SEP 2025
Kids & Animation
BBC Studios expands “Bluey” footprint in Africa with local language versions
The hit animated series is now available in Zulu, Afrikaans, Swahili, and Nigerian Pidgin, enhancing cultural accessibility and audience engagement across key African markets.
4 SEP 2025
Kids & Animation
Mediatoon Distribution expands its partnership with Ankama Animations
Mediatoon acquired international sales rights for the upcoming Ankama Animations' animated series "Montclair & The Mechanical Mysteries."
30 JUL 2025
Kids & Animation
Nelvana and Toikido partner with ITV for UK launch of "Piñata Smashlings" animation
Set to premiere on ITVX this September, the franchise has sold over 3 million toys, secured 30+ licensing deals, and expanded globally through YouTube and Roblox ahead of a new game launch in 2026.