Anticipated Animation and Events Set to Grace Annecy 2025
Revamped Dispatch:
Hey there, animation enthusiasts! Get a sneak peek at what's cooking in the world of animation at this year's Annecy Festival – the cream of the crop from global studios, big and small. From Disney and Netflix to Warner Bros. and DreamWorks, the lineup's packed with buzzworthy projects, like Star Wars, Stranger Things, Marvel, and DC.
But what truly sets the stage on fire is Bugs Bunny himself! Warner Bros.' Hanna-Barbera Studios Europe presented the Annecy trailer in classic 2D style, and we're thrilled about it.
So, let's dive right into the highlights we're most psyched about.
Star Wars: Visions Unleashed
An early preview of season three of the iconic anthology series will be at Annecy. Japanese animation houses are at the helm, and we can't wait to see "Black," a short directed by Shinya Ohira. It revolves around a haunting battle between an Imperial trooper and the supernatural forces within him.
Pixar's Glitzy Lineup
Pixar CCO Pete Docter will unveil the studio's upcoming projects, including Elio, Hoppers, and Toy Story 5. Additionally, 30 years of Toy Story will be celebrated with a special behind-the-scenes look at the film that started it all.
Zootopia 2's First Glance
Enter the colorful world of Zootopia once more with Walt Disney Animation Studios' innovative director-writer Jared Bush, who'll give us a sneak peek at Zootopia 2.
Marvel's Eyes of Wakanda
Step into the seamless blend of animation, history, and action with Marvel's Black Panther universe series, premiering on Disney+ in August. A "making-of session" will be held at the festival for a sneak peek of the first episodes.
The Simpsons' Triumph
Creator Matt Groening, along with executive producer Matt Selman and animator David Silverman, will be honored at Annecy for their remarkable achievements in animation. Expect a rare insight into the creative process behind the longest-running animated show in pop culture history.
Bat-Fam's Adventures
Peel back the curtain on the caped crusader's continuing escapades with WB Animation's Bat-Fam, insightfully crafted by Merry Little Batman creators.
Celebrating Cartoon Network's Legacy
Join creators of Cartoon Network's groundbreaking shows for an engaging conversation about their formative roles in shaping the animation landscape over the past 25 years.
Stranger Things Goes Animated
Stranger Things: Tales from '85 showrunner Eric Robles will grace the festival with a first look at the animated series set in the dark universe of Stranger Things.
Animal Farm's Rebirth
Get ready for a contemporary retelling of George Orwell's Animal Farm, brought to life in animation by Andy Serkis and Nick Stoller.
Naruto Goes Pop Culture Crossover
Naruto teams up with Oasis in an epic animated cinematic tribute to manga culture. This project merges the narrative and aesthetic codes of anime, forming a captivating experience for manga fans.
Sony's Animal-Financed Feature
Keep an eye out for an all-animal animated sports feature, Goat, helmed by Tyree Dillihay and Adam Rosette. Unfortunately, any Spider-Man-related announcements seem to be under wraps this time.
DreamWorks' Double Trouble
Looking forward to updates on The Wild Robot 2, we'll also get our first glimpse of The Bad Guys 2 at this year's festival.
For more info on Annecy 2022, hit up their official site here. And stay tuned for updates on the latest superhero, sci-fi, and fantasy releases across Marvel, Star Wars, DC, and Doctor Who!
- Io9 and Gizmodo are abuzz with the upcoming reveal of Star Wars: Visions Unleashed at the Annecy Festival.
- Technology geeks can look forward to Pixar's Glitzy Lineup showcasing Elio, Hoppers, and Toy Story 5.
- Movies-and-tv enthusiasts will be captivated by the first glance of Zootopia 2, premiering at Annecy Festival.
- Marvel's Eyes of Wakanda, a blend of animation, history, and action, will premiere on Disney+ in August.
- In the world of entertainment, The Simpsons' creators will be honored at Annecy for their remarkable achievements.
- Bat-Fam's Adventures, a WB Animation project, will offer an insightful look into the caped crusader's continuing escapades.
