Warner Bros. Pictures Animation at LightBox Expo 2026:

When & Where: 23–25 October 2026 in Pasadena, CA.

Location: Booth #1118, where attendees can meet the artists and production teams, as well as submit their details for future career opportunities.

Key Event: A panel titled "From Portfolio to Premiere: Cat in the Hat & Daffy Season".

Featured Projects: The promotional image highlights several upcoming animated films, including The Hello Kitty Movie, Bad Fairies, Margie Claus, The Lunar Chronicles, Oh, the Places You'll Go!, and Dynamic Duo.

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/were-back-at-lightbox-expo-warner-bros-share-7503128386958061568-CcsM/
https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/wbpa/jobs/5371895008

Warner Bros. Home Entertainment has announced the release of "The Dr. Seuss: Classic TV Treasures" Collection on 3 November 2026. This release is timed to arrive just days before the new animated The Cat in the Hat theatrical film debuts on 6 November.

Key Release Details:

Formats: Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital (pre-order dates are to be determined).
Content: 15 classic television specials spanning from 1942 to 1995, featuring iconic favourites like How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, The Cat in the Hat, and The Lorax.

Specifications: Over 375 minutes of G-rated content with English audio and subtitles.

Extras: Initial physical shipments will include an O-sleeve and a collectible episode guide booklet containing descriptions and illustrations for each special.

https://x.com/TheExtrastv/status/2097471445890892242

Warner Bros. Pictures Animation at LightBox Expo 2026:

When & Where: 23–25 October 2026 in Pasadena, CA.

Location: Booth #1118, where attendees can meet the artists and production teams, as well as submit their details for future career opportunities.

Key Event: A panel titled "From Portfolio to Premiere: Cat in the Hat & Daffy Season".

Featured Projects: The promotional image highlights several upcoming animated films, including The Hello Kitty Movie, Bad Fairies, Margie Claus, The Lunar Chronicles, Oh, the Places You'll Go!, and Dynamic Duo.

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/were-back-at-lightbox-expo-warner-bros-share-7503128386958061568-CcsM/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAUyBb8BNWhyIPwDLlh6bZq11vOpExYVVAs
https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/wbpa/jobs/5371895008

MeTV Toons has announced a new programme called Cartoon Carousel, which will air weekdays at 10:00 AM (9:00 AM Central). https://www.metvtoons.com/stories/punch-your-ticket-to-the-cartoon-carousel-on-metv-toons

The show is designed to spotlight beloved classic cartoons that may have only lasted for a single season or have a limited number of episodes. Because these series do not have enough episodes to fill a regular, standalone daily slot, Cartoon Carousel will rotate them by featuring a different classic cartoon each week.

Some of the shows slated to appear on the block include:

Captain Caveman & The Teen Angels

Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kids

Clue Club

Funky Phantom

Goober and the Ghost Chasers

Buford Files & The Galloping Ghost

Droopy, Master Detective

Dynomutt, Dog Wonder

The Roman Holidays

Viewers can keep an eye on MeTV Toons' social media channels for weekly announcements regarding which cartoon will be featured next.

EARLY PREVIEW: Gold Heist at Fort Knox | President Curtis | adult swim: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qgMucM1Kfyc

President Curtis airs Sundays at 11:30pm on Adult Swim, next day on HBO Max.

Press Release: Xilam Animation Secures International Presales for Latest Content from Beloved Comedy Franchises: https://xilam.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Xilam_2026-09-09_PR-Presales-Round-Up.pdf

Deals Inked Across ‘Oggy and the Cockroaches’ Season 9, ‘Zig & Sharko’ Seasons 5 & 6 and New Spin-off ‘Chickies’

Academy Award®-nominated French animation studio Xilam Animation (Paris:ALXIL) has inked a wave of presales for the latest content from its line-up of iconic comedy franchises. The landmark ninth season of Oggy and the Cockroaches has been presold to Warner Bros. Discovery EMEA and APAC; Zig & Sharko’s upcoming fifth and sixth seasons to JioStar India Private Limited and Warner Bros. Discovery Italy; and Chickies, the new spin-off to hit series Where’s Chicky?, is heading to Radio Canada and SVT Sweden. Xilam will be attending MIPCOM with the first two completed episodes of the Chickies series, which will complete delivery in 2027.

Safaa Benazzouz, EVP Distribution at Xilam Animation, said: “Our legacy brands remain a cornerstone of our business, continuing to resonate with generations of fans, while maintaining highly engaged online communities. The fresh content we’re creating across Oggy and the Cockroaches, Zig & Sharko and our Chickies spin-off will ensure that these iconic IP continue engaging both new and existing audiences. Having such a strong roster of broadcasters already on board is testament to how evergreen these titles are and the ongoing demand for comedic, character-driven animations worldwide.”

Directed by Julien Daubas and Lucas Pinatel, Oggy and the Cockroaches’s ninth season cements its status as one of the longest running French animated series and returns to the core elements that made the series a global success – led by the inventive and explosive rivalry between Oggy and the cockroaches. Commissioned by returning broadcaster France Télévisions, the new season (78x7’) is slated for delivery between Q3 2027 and Q2 2028, in celebration of the franchise’s 30th anniversary in 2028. Oggy and the Cockroaches is available in over 190 territories and has a digital fanbase spanning 32M YouTube subscribers and 18B views, plus 22M subscribers across Facebook, TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat.

Xilam recently greenlit two new seasons of non-dialogue slapstick comedy Zig & Sharko, with longstanding partner Gulli (France) returning to commission the fifth and sixth instalments. The new seasons of 52 x 7’ are set to deliver in 2027 and 2028 respectively. The series celebrated its 15th anniversary in 2025 and is Xilam’s most established IP on YouTube, with over 39M subscribers and 23B views across eight dedicated channels worldwide – as well as 2.8M subscribers on TikTok, 3.9M on Facebook, and 765K on Snapchat. Seasons five and six, directed by Andrès Fernandez, will follow a summer vacation theme, with each season exploring the main characters’ idea of a perfect getaway – Zig in season five and Marina in season six.

Chickies is the upcoming spin-off to Xilam's hit short-form series Where's Chicky?, a global YouTube hit generating over 2.5B views a year and available on leading international broadcasters, including in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and more, across SVOD, FVoD and AVoD platforms. Set to deliver by June 2027, the new 78 x 7’ CG-animated series, directed by Cédric Diestsh and Anh Tu Cao, has previously pre-sold to France Télévisions. It follows Chicky, Bekky and Poyo, three curious and cheerful chicks who have had enough of being cooped up, and introduces adorable new characters known as the ‘Chicklets’. The four seasons of Where’s Chicky? have seen an extraordinary digital success, with the series cumulating 9B views and 12M subscribers on YouTube, as well as 6M subscribers across its social media accounts.

Cartoon Network Latin America October 2026 Highlights: https://www.tvlaint.com/2026/09/octubre-en-cartoon-network.html?m=1

For the first time in nearly a decade, the "big three" Cartoon Network franchises of the 2010s are returning to the airwaves simultaneously. October 2026 is shaping up to be a monumental month for Cartoon Network Latin America, with the highly anticipated regional premiere of Adventure Time: Side Quests, alongside brand-new Halloween specials from Regular Show: The Lost Tapes and The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball.

Adventure Time: Side Quests: A Return to the Land of Ooo

Leading the pack is the official Latin American launch of Adventure Time: Side Quests. Set during the early years of the original Emmy-winning series, this new production brings back the lighter, standalone humour of the early seasons. Viewers can look forward to seeing classic iterations of Finn, Jake, Ice King, Princess Bubblegum, Marceline, and BMO.
The series premieres on Monday, 5 October, broadcasting Monday to Thursday at 07:00 MEX | 08:00 COL | 10:00 ARG/CHI. The initial rollout consists of 20 episodes, beginning with two episodes per day for the first week, before shifting to one per day until concluding on Thursday, 29 October. To celebrate the launch, Cartoon Network will also air a curated selection of classic Adventure Time episodes daily throughout the month at 13:30 MEX | 14:30 COL | 16:30 ARG.

Regular Show: The Lost Tapes: Terror Tales of the Park Return

Just in time for the spooky season, Regular Show: The Lost Tapes is reviving one of the most beloved traditions of the original run: "Terror Tales of the Park". The newly discovered tapes by Pops have unearthed a seventh instalment of the beloved anthology series.

The half-hour Halloween special features three new spooky segments: "Y.A.M.", "Killer Workout", and "Feedback Group". It will debut on Sunday, 4 October at 09:30 MEX | 10:30 COL | 12:30 ARG, with an evening repeat at 19:00 MEX | 20:00 COL | 22:00 ARG/CHI.

The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball: Darwin Joins a Coven

Following a gap of several months without new episodes, The Wonderfully Weird World of Gumball is back with a new Halloween special titled "The Summoning". The storyline follows Darwin as he attempts to join a coven of witches, only for his newly acquired magical powers to go straight to his head.
The special premieres on Friday, 16 October at 07:00 MEX | 08:00 COL | 10:00 ARG/CHI, with repeats scheduled at 15:00 MEX | 16:00 COL | 18:00 ARG/CHI and 20:30 MEX | 21:30 COL | 23:30 ARG.
(Note: All broadcast schedules are subject to change.)

Ermoda Textile Secures Licensing Rights for Cartoon Network’s KUCHO – Super Ordinary Dog!

Ermoda Textile has officially announced the latest addition to its licensing portfolio: the locally-produced animated series KUCHO – Super Ordinary Dog!.

Currently airing on Cartoon Network in Turkey, KUCHO distinguishes itself by placing technology and coding at the heart of its narrative. The series follows the adventures of its titular hero, encouraging children to discover their individual talents, work collaboratively, and develop creative solutions. Through engaging storytelling, the programme aims to foster curiosity, imagination, and problem-solving skills among its young viewers.

With this new licensing agreement, Ermoda Textile is preparing to translate the creative and inspiring world of KUCHO into tangible consumer products. The company noted its excitement to bring the unique energy of the series into children's everyday lives through a range of brand-new collections, leveraging its strong design and production experience.

While specific product lines and release schedules have yet to be detailed, the partnership highlights a continued expansion of local Cartoon Network properties into the regional merchandising and apparel sectors.

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/licensing-kucho-share-7503745563918577664-tWMn/

The Cat in the Hat | Main Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vuv0kqGWjno

Get ready for someTHING big! #TheCatInTheHat only in theaters November 6.

Warner Bros. Television Group and Warner Bros. Animation are launching Cartoon Coffee Chat, a new video podcast series designed to give fans and aspiring creators an inside look at the animation process.

https://www.thewrap.com/media-platforms/tv/warner-bros-launches-cartoon-coffee-chat-video-podcast/

Key details from the announcement:

The Host: The podcast is hosted by Jessie Juwono, an artist, writer, and producer on the Artist Management team for Warner Bros. Animation, Cartoon Network Studios, and Hanna-Barbera Studios Europe. She describes the project as a "love letter to the animation community" meant to showcase in-house artists and inspire the next generation of talent.

Release Schedule:

The series debuts on 16 September, with new episodes releasing twice a month on Wednesdays. It will be available on all major podcast platforms as well as the Warner Bros. Television YouTube channel.

Initial Guest Line-up:

16 September: Ben Bocquelet (Creator of The Amazing World of Gumball)

30 September: Tayla Perper (Storyboard artist on Teen Titans Go! and Yabba Dabba Dinosaurs)

14 October: Joonki Park (Director and storyboard artist on Harley Quinn and the upcoming adult animated series Get Jiro)

Press Release: Warner Bros. Pictures Animation and WaterTower Music Release the Theme Song From THE CAT IN THE HAT

“The Cat in the Hat Theme Song” is written by Olivier Award winner Tim Minchin and performed by FITZ & Tim Minchin featuring Bill Hader

GRAMMY Award winner Lorne Balfe scores Warner Bros. Pictures Animation's first feature film, with the full soundtrack album arriving from WaterTower Music

BURBANK, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Warner Bros. Pictures Animation and WaterTower Music today released “The Cat in the Hat Theme Song,” an original song at the center of THE CAT IN THE HAT, the studio's first full-length feature film and the beloved character’s animated theatrical feature film debut, in theaters and IMAX® November 6. Written by Tim Minchin and performed by FITZ & Tim Minchin featuring Bill Hader as the Cat, the track is produced by GRAMMY Award winning composer Lorne Balfe and Minchin. Balfe also composed the film's score. The full soundtrack album arrives from WaterTower Music on October 30, 2026.

The song is exactly what its subject would want it to be, which is to say a piece of self promotion with a horn section. It is the Cat's own theme, written from the inside out, and it sets the tone for a film built by artists who were given room to play.

THE THEME SONG

Minchin, the Olivier Award winning composer and lyricist behind Matilda The Musical, wrote the song from the Cat's point of view. Balfe produced the instrumental bed and the track features FITZ, the Los Angeles singer and songwriter who fronts Fitz and The Tantrums, alongside Minchin and Bill Hader in character as the Cat. Vocal production is by Sam Farrar, with additional production by Sam Farrar and Ritch Aitken.

“To be able to be a part of Cat in the Hat is a dream come true. It’s a through line from my childhood to my kid's childhood. And hopefully it earns me a few cred points with them!”

— FITZ, singer and songwriter

“I love this beautiful reimagining of the story of The Cat In The Hat, and was pumped when the team asked me to write his song. The question we asked ourselves was, ‘if The Cat (being a genius, but perhaps not exactly a gifted songwriter!) made up a little theme tune to sing to himself when he was on his missions, what bonkersness would he come up with? And how would we lowly humans then translate that bit of Cat insanity into an absolute banger?’ Well… Voila!”

— Tim Minchin, songwriter

“From the first conversation, we knew the Cat in the Hat had to have his own special and exciting soundtrack that reflected his fun personality. He is an agent of chaos, a lover of joy and silliness, and a fan of singing his own theme song. Tim gave us that hilarious and addictive song, Lorne built a live band around it that sounds like it is having just as much fun as the Cat as they try to keep up with his energy, and then FITZ and Bill got in a room together and the whole thing took off! We’re so proud to have a theme song that is just as fun and irresistible as our Cat!”

— Erica Rivinoja and Alessandro Carloni, directors

THE SCORE

Balfe, whose credits span the Mission: Impossible franchise, The LEGO Batman Movie, Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl and The Crown, built the film's score around live big band performance, arranged by Chris Egan and conducted by James Brett. Sessions were recorded and mixed by Peter Cobbin and Kirsty Whalley at Abbey Road Studios and at the Warner Bros. Eastwood Scoring Stage. Two of the film's original songs were written by its directors, and the USC Trojan Marching Band appears on a rendition of “Shake It Off.”

“Music is such an important part of the world of Cat in the Hat. From the very beginning, the focus was on creating something that captured the wonderfully anarchic spirit of the character while staying true to the imagination and wit of Dr. Seuss. Working with Tim Minchin was a huge part of that. He's an incredible storyteller, and bringing together music, character and narrative in a way that felt mischievous, unpredictable and full of personality was a real joy. His musical sensibility was a natural fit for the world we were creating.”

— Lorne Balfe, Producer and Composer

THE SOUNDTRACK

THE CAT IN THE HAT (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) will be released by WaterTower Music on October 30, 2026, with music by Lorne Balfe

THEME SONG CREDITS

“The Cat in the Hat Theme Song” (feat. Bill Hader)
Written by Tim Minchin
Performed by FITZ & Tim Minchin (featuring Bill Hader)
Produced by Lorne Balfe and Tim Minchin
Vocal Production by Sam Farrar
Additional Production by Sam Farrar and Rich Aitken
FITZ appears courtesy of Elektra Records / Atlantic Records
From THE CAT IN THE HAT (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), available on WaterTower Music

Press Release: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260910290076/en/Warner-Bros.-Pictures-Animation-and-WaterTower-Music-Release-the-Theme-Song-From-THE-CAT-IN-THE-HAT

Streaming Links: https://lnk.to/CITHPR

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vuv0kqGWjno

Encounters Film Festival to Host 25 Years of Adult Swim Retrospective Showcase in Bristol: https://2026.encounters.film/events/25-years-of-adult-swim-a-showcase-2026-09-24

The Encounters Film Festival will host a special retrospective screening titled "25 Years of Adult Swim: A Showcase" to celebrate a quarter-century of the pioneering late-night animation brand.

The event takes place on Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 21:00 in Cinema 3 as part of the festival's special events programme.

Supported directly by Adult Swim, the 80-to-90-minute screening looks back at the network's legacy of boundary-pushing comedy since its launch in 2001. The programme features a curated mix of fan-favourite episodes and archive highlights, alongside a brand-new special crossover episode of the stop-motion series Robot Chicken.

The screening carries an 18+ certificate and is eligible for the festival's Audience Award. Tickets and festival passes are available via the Encounters Film Festival website, with the full festival running in Bristol from 23 to 27 September 2026.

Encounters Film Festival to Host 25 Years of Adult Swim Retrospective Showcase in Bristol, England, UK: https://2026.encounters.film/events/25-years-of-adult-swim-a-showcase-2026-09-24

The Encounters Film Festival will host a special retrospective screening titled "25 Years of Adult Swim: A Showcase" to celebrate a quarter-century of the pioneering late-night animation brand.

The event takes place on Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 21:00 in Cinema 3 as part of the festival's special events programme.

Supported directly by Adult Swim, the 80-to-90-minute screening looks back at the network's legacy of boundary-pushing comedy since its launch in 2001. The programme features a curated mix of fan-favourite episodes and archive highlights, alongside a brand-new special crossover episode of the stop-motion series Robot Chicken.

The screening carries an 18+ certificate and is eligible for the festival's Audience Award. Tickets and festival passes are available via the Encounters Film Festival website, with the full festival running in Bristol from 23 to 27 September 2026.

"The Heroes of Townsville" is a one-night-only celebration of the classic animated series The Powerpuff Girls, organised by Saturday Morning Cartoons United. The evening will feature a mix of animation, live music, exclusive merchandise, and themed photo opportunities. The event takes place on Saturday, 7 November 2026, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM, with doors opening at 5:00 PM, at The Alex Theatre in Glendale, California. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Starlight Children’s Foundation, which supports seriously ill children and their families, as well as the nonprofit work of Saturday Morning Cartoons United.

The event is curated in partnership with series creator Craig McCracken and hosted by voice actor Eric Bauza. It features a special panel with the original cast members—Catherine Cavadini (Blossom), Tara Strong (Bubbles), and E.G. Daily (Buttercup)—along with other guests from the world of the show, moderated by animation executive Linda Simensky. Additionally, attendees can enjoy a rare live performance by the Scottish indie-pop trio BIS, who created and performed the original end theme for The Powerpuff Girls, as well as a bonus screening of the independent animated short Magical Meow Meow by Jen Nguyen and Mary Ramos.

Standard tickets can be purchased through The Alex Theatre website, whilst VIP packages are available directly from the Saturday Morning Cartoons United online shop.

https://www.cartoonsunited.com/events/the-powerpuff-girls

Key Art for DC Studios' Get Jiro, airing on Adult Swim USA on Saturday 3rd October at Midnight (12am ET/PT), next day on Max. https://x.com/adultswim/status/2099862862646726843/photo/1

HBO Max has agreed to comply with new sub-quota regulations in France, committing to invest more of its local revenue into French and European documentaries and animation.

A Stance Against Rivals

This cooperative approach sets HBO Max apart from its major streaming competitors. Rivals such as Netflix, Disney, and Amazon are actively pushing back and challenging these strict new sub-quota rules.

Background Context

Under French broadcasting regulations, streaming services are required to invest a percentage of their domestic revenue back into the local television and film industry. While streamers have significantly boosted overall drama and film spending in recent years, investment in animation and documentaries has historically lagged, often being fulfilled through cheap acquisitions rather than original commissions. By agreeing to these new sub-quotas, HBO Max is supporting a targeted push by French unions and regulators to fund original local productions in these specific, underfunded genres.

https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/hbo-max-french-animation-and-documentary-investment-quotas-1236862852/

Cartoon Network MENA has teamed up with Dubai Media City to launch a new activation of its 'Climate Champions' initiative. The collaboration aims to promote environmental responsibility and encourage the community to adopt sustainable, everyday habits.

Key Highlights of the Initiative:

Themed Recycling Bins: Cartoon Network-themed recycling bins are being installed throughout the Dubai Media City district.

Engaging the Community: The initiative uses creative and interactive experiences to make recycling a fun, positive, and impactful activity rather than a chore.

Non-Traditional Recycling: A major focus of the campaign is raising awareness about recycling items that are often overlooked, such as batteries, electronic devices, and stationery.

Inspiring Action: By leveraging beloved characters and stories, the programme emphasises that small, everyday actions can collectively lead to lasting environmental change.

Ultimately, the partnership reinforces both organisations' commitment to raising environmental awareness and inspiring individuals to become active participants in protecting the planet for future generations.

https://campaignme.com/cartoon-network-mena-launches-climate-champions-in-partnership-with-dubai-media-city/