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Disney is doing yet another “Toy Story” film, because sequels is their next play now that live-action remakes are not performing. Now we know that “Toy Story 5” will reportedly focus heavily on Jessie, according to Buzz Lightyear voice actor Tim Allen.

Allen talked to Wivb and let it slip that the fifth film is about Jessie, saying,

“I can tell you that it’s a lot about Jessie,” Allen said about the fifth “Toy Story” movie. “Tom [Hanks] and I do — Woody and I — do realign. And there’s an unbelievable opening scene with Buzz Lightyears. I can give you that, but I can’t give you much more.”

Buzz and Woody will be there but the film’s focus is going to be Jessie and the toys fighting digital devices?

“Toy Story 5″ will focus on the toys facing the challenge of staying relevant in a world increasingly dominated by technology and digital devices.

Tim Allen recently spoke to Wivb and revealed some of the first plot specifics for “Toy Story 5,” which is coming to theaters in June 2026 from Disney and Pixar. Allen is reprising the voice of Buzz Lightyear, who he says is front and center during the movie’s “unbelievable” opening sequence. The sequel will then pivot and focus largely on Jessie, the cowgirl first introduced in “Toy Story 2” and memorably voiced by Joan Cusack.

“I can tell you that it’s a lot about Jessie,” Allen said about the fifth “Toy Story” movie. “Tom [Hanks] and I do — Woody and I — do realign. And there’s an unbelievable opening scene with Buzz Lightyears. I can give you that, but I can’t give you much more.”

Allen told Collider last December that he had just completed his “first five-hour [recording] session for Buzz.” He called it “really weird” to find his Buzz voice again,...

Tom Hanks, Tom Cruise, and Will Smith blockbuster race(Photo Credit –Instagram/Facebook)

There was a time when three of Hollywood’s biggest titans were locked in a quiet, high-stakes race – not for awards, not for roles, but for pure box office bragging rights. Tom Hanks, Tom Cruise, and Will Smith once battled it out for a record that said one thing loud and clear: unstoppable hitmaker.

Back in the 1990s and early 2000s, all three stars were at the top of their game. Tom Hanks had gone from Splash to Big to back-to-back Oscar wins for Philadelphia and Forrest Gump. Cruise was riding high with Top Gun, Rain Man, and the launch of Mission: Impossible. Meanwhile, Smith jumped from The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air to alien-punching box office gold in Independence Day and Men in Black. Each of them was printing hits like clockwork.

That’s when the box...

Finding a good movie to watch on Amazon Prime Video can be difficult to say the least. While Amazon’s robust library of titles is available to every Amazon Prime subscriber, they don’t exactly make it easy to find what you’re looking for. That’s where we come in. Below, we’ve assembled a growing list of the best movies on Amazon Prime right now. Our carefully curated selection runs the gamut from crowd-pleasing blockbusters to Oscar-winning dramas to delightful rom-coms and beyond. There’s a little something for everyone, so stop the endless scrolling and simply choose one of these great movies to watch.

Check out our list of the best movies on Amazon Prime video below. The list will be updated weekly with new titles.

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Ready to get blown away? “Twisters,” which hit theaters last summer, is a legacy sequel to 1996’s Helen Hunt-and-Bill Paxton-led blockbuster.

Who's the main common denominator between Star Trek: Voyager, Seinfeld, and Toy Story? The answer is Estelle Harris, who guest starred in a Voyager episode, recurred on Seinfeld as George Costanza's mother, and provided the voice of Mrs. Potato Head in several of the Toy Story movies.

Breaking that down in more detail, Harris -- who died at the age of 93 on April 2, 2022, just 20 days shy of her 94th birthday -- guest-starred as Old Woman in the Voyager episode “Sacred Ground.” That season-three installment premiered on October 30, 1996. According to StarTrek.com, “The Old Woman was actually a projection of the Nechani Spirits, and Janeway’s (Kate Mulgrew) interactions with the Old Woman perhaps helped Janeway ease up on her hardcore devotion to scientific reason.”

Far more famously, Harris played Estelle Costanza, the shrill mother of George Costanza (Jason Alexander), in more than two dozen episodes of Seinfeld. Even serious Seinfeld...

It’s not uncommon for franchises to deteriorate with each passing release, especially under a studio-driven environment, with some of the lone exceptions being Mission: Impossible and John Wick. Although time will tell whether Mi 8 will serve as a conclusion to Ethan’s story or not, for the latter, we did get an immaculate send-off for Keanu Reeves’s titular figure.

John Wick 4 | Credit: Lionsgate

But it seems that Lionsgate might be bringing the character back from the grave to capitalize on this IP’s potential, which also elevates the potential of ruining the picture-perfect ending of John Wick 4.

John Wick 4 didn’t need a continuation

Instead of being their own thing, the four entries felt like one elongated tale, which ended on a poetic note with John Wick 4, arguably the best in the series. But considering Lionsgate made its intentions regarding the franchise’s expansion...

Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, it seemed as if Pixar could do no wrong. The animation studio, in league with Disney, pushed forward the idea of all-computer-animated feature films back in 1995 with the release of "Toy Story," gaining a lot of critical attention for its clever writing and penchant for heart-rending sentimentality. It wouldn't be until the release of "Cars 2" in 2011 that critics would begin to cool to the studio. And even still, "Cars 2" was a $559 million hit.

In the 2010s, Pixar began to skew further and further away from original ideas and lean heavier into sequels or prequels to its earlier hits. Indeed, of the 10 Pixar features released in that decade, six were part of an established franchise. Some of these films were excellent, but the studio nevertheless seemed a few years beyond its creative peak.

The first half of the 2020s was a mixed bag for Pixar,...

At this point, The Office is easily considered one of the most beloved series of recent years. But that doesn't mean that every character that was part of the Dunder Mifflin family was loved by everyone. During a participation on the podcast Good Hang, hosted by Amy Poehler (Parks and Recreation), former The Office star Rashida Jones (Sunny) talked about her one-season stint on the hit series and revealed that there was a simple reason why she was eventually let go from the show.

Jones stated that the decision not to keep her character Karen Filipelli in the story "made sense." As Poehler pointed out, it was a difficult character to play. Karen is introduced in Season 3, after Jim (John Krasinski) asks to be transferred to a different branch because he thinks things won't work out with Pam (Jenna Fischer) and believes it's best to stay away. He then meets Karen,...

Pixar has never been one to make a sequel just for the sake of making a sequel. Pete Docter, Chief Creative Officer of the Disney-owned animation studio, recently shared how the upcoming Toy Story 5 will take the beloved franchise in a new and unexpected direction.

In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Docter touched on how today's kids' movies and shows feel more fast-paced compared to ones from 30-plus years ago. "I think films have definitely sped up. Even Toy Story 1 to Toy Story 4, the level of visual sophistication, including the pacing, we’re just trying to keep in touch with the rhythms of the world and it’s definitely faster," he explained. "So I will say Toy Story 5, I think [writer and director] Andrew [Stanton]’s done a really great job of letting moments breathe in unexpected ways. Things that [make you think], 'Wait, is this a Toy Story movie?,' with some of his choices,...

Toy Story 5is still more than a year away from hitting the big screen, but one of the heads of Pixar is already teasing what audiences can expect from the upcoming blockbuster. Pete Docter was eager to talk about the sequel during a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter. The executive has worked at the studio over the course of decades, with Docter being a part of the development of some of Pixar's biggest hits. The topic the filmmaker wanted to discuss was the pacing of Toy Story 5. The rhythm of the upcoming sequel will be different from what was seen in the first installments of the franchise, considering how audiences have changed:

If you go back and look at Bambi — I’m picking an extreme that’s kind of intentionally slow because it is about nature and watching the changes seasons and things — I think films have definitely sped up.

In 1995, audiences witnessed something extraordinary. The texture of the images, the audacious humor, everything in Toy Story felt innovative, fresh, and daring. It was the beginning of a universe that would always revisit its original tone with three great sequels. 30 years later, the franchise is still alive, with Toy Story 5 arriving in theaters in June 2026. However, according to Pixar Cco Pete Docter, you should expect a few surprising changes to the beloved franchise: "We got to keep people surprised, so it's going to be fun."

In a conversation with The Hollywood Reporter, Docter spoke about how it all began with Toy Story and how everything has changed, now that Pixar has become what it is. "It was just a bunch of us nerds. It felt like working in our garage," he comments about the first film. A three-time Academy Award-winner, Docter has a different role today in Pixar headquarters,...

Pete Docter, the co-chief creative officer of Pixar, is reflecting on being one of the so-called “nerds” who revolutionized animation filmmaking with “Toy Story.” Oscar-winning Docter was the supervising animator on the iconic 1995 film, which marks its 30th anniversary this year. He was later appointed co-chief creative officer of Pixar and Disney Animation Studios alongside Jennifer Lee in 2018.

“The fact that [‘Toy Story’] hit the popular culture was never [expected],” Docter told The Hollywood Reporter. “Working on it, it was just a bunch of us nerds. It felt like working in our garage. It was a whole rental space, not really fancy and a small team, so it was very casual and loose.”

And three decades later, Docter is “still amazed” at the film’s legacy, even if he believes it looks a little outdated amid the technological advances in animation.

“It’s on the top bunch of movies on Disney+,...

Shifting Gears star Tim Allen has shared a delightful exchange between him and his Toy Story co-star, Tom Hanks, on social media. Allen and Hanks first teamed up 30 years ago for Toy Story (1995), the animated adventure film that was not only nominated for three Oscars, but also grossed over $390 million at the global box office against a $30 million budget. The two have since worked together on every Toy Story movie, even as recently as Toy Story 4 in 2019, which grossed over $1 billion at the worldwide box office. Allen posted two photos on his personal X account, one Hanks sent him of him standing behind the Volkswagen I.D. Buzz, and another that he replied to his co-star, recreating his picture.

While their roles in the Toy Story franchise remain some of the most important in both of their careers, Tim Allen and Tom Hanks have both gone on to accomplish great things as actors.

Keanu Reeves has been booked, busy, and downright unstoppable. With his charm, action skills, and signature “Keanu Zen,” the Hollywood darling is gearing up for a jam-packed 2025. The man who gave us Neo, John Wick, and Duke Caboom isn’t slowing down; oh no, he’s revving up for more blockbuster mayhem. From intense action flicks to potential TV magic, Reeves’ upcoming projects promise to keep fans glued to their screens.

Keanu Reeves in John Wick (Credits- Lionsgate)

Sure, Hollywood had its doubts about his acting chops back in the day, but Reeves has shut down those haters with an impressive career that spans decades. Whether he’s kicking bad guys in John Wick or giving us all the feels in Toy Story 4, Reeves delivers something only he can: pure magic.

While we might not see him dodging bullets as Neo in Matrix 5 anytime soon, there’s plenty on the horizon.

Disney and Pixar’s ‘Coco 2,’ the follow-up to the 2017 Academy Award®-winning feature film ‘Coco,’ is in the works at Pixar Animation Studios.

The announcement was made by CEO Bob Iger during The Walt Disney Company’s annual meeting of shareholders. “While the film is just in the initial stages, we know it will be full of humour, heart and adventure,” said Iger. “And we can’t wait to share more soon.”

The sequel reunites the team behind the original film, including Oscar®-winning director Lee Unkrich and co-director Adrian Molina (Coco). Oscar-winning producer Mark Nielsen will produce.

The first movie introduced Miguel, a 12-year-old with dreams of becoming a musician despite his family’s generations-old ban on music, who ventures to the vibrant Land of the Dead to unlock the real story behind his family history.

The animation won two Academy Awards for Best Animated Feature and Best Original...

Disney's Bob Iger announced that a sequel to Pixar's acclaimed 2017 Academy Award-winner, Coco, is officially in development during The Walt Disney Company’s annual meeting of shareholders.

“While the film is just in the initial stages, we know it will be full of humor, heart and adventure,” said Iger. “And we can't wait to share more soon.”

Exciting news for fans of the original tear-jerker, but we're going to be waiting a while to see Coco 2, as it's currently scheduled for a 2029 theatrical release.

Check out the title logo below.

Disney and Pixar’s Coco 2 is officially in the works! pic.twitter.com/BtLzn2oIFP

— Pixar (@Pixar) March 20, 2025

Coco 2 will reunite the team behind the original, including Oscar-winning director Lee Unkrich (Toy Story 3) and co-director Adrian Molina. Oscar-winning producer Mark Nielsen is also set to return.

Disney and Pixar’s Coco introduced Miguel, a 12-year-old with dreams of...

As Figment fans will know, it all starts with One Little Spark, and Disney CEO Bob Iger has certainly ignited imaginations with his recent comments about the beloved Epcot character. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Disney's annual shareholder meeting raised questions about Figment's future, as Iger was quizzed on the subject during Thursday's session. One shareholder reportedly asked if there were any plans to use the madcap mascot in other forms of media outside the theme park, to which Iger suggested that Figment could appear in a future series or short-form content.

"This is my 24th year. 18th as CEO, and I think the question about Figment has been asked about 15 times. We know that he's popular with shareholders, the fact that they ask questions about him all the time. But we also know that he's popular at Epcot where you can meet him and journey into imagination. I'll tell...

Coco 2 Finally In The Works(Photo Credit –Prime Video)

Disney and Pixar fans, there’s some great news for y’all. Coco 2 is officially in the works, and the announcement came almost seven years after the first movie was released. The first film’s storyline made everyone emotional as it talked about the importance of family and the love that comes with it, so a sequel was very much needed. Disney and Pixar both announced the sequel on Instagram with an interesting post.

On March 20, 2025, they collaboratively took to Instagram and shared the colorful logo of Coco with a ‘2’ added to it, making it official. In the caption, they mentioned that after 2017, their hit animated movie is again coming back for a sequel. Let’s hope it becomes as successful as the first one. Scroll ahead to read more.

The caption on the official Instagram post can be read, “Disney...

La continuación podría ver la luz en 2029. © Disney

Disney ha anunciado que están trabajando en Coco 2, la secuela de la querida película de Pixar estrenada en 2017.

El anuncio lo ha hecho hace unos momentos el propio CEO de The Walt Disney Company, Bob Iger, durante la reunión anual de accionistas: «Aunque la película está apenas en sus primeras etapas, sabemos que estará llena de humor, corazón y aventura. Y no podemos esperar para compartir más detalles pronto».

La secuela reunirá a parte del equipo creativo que dio vida a la película original, incluidos los codirectores Lee Unkrich y Adrian Molina Lee Unkrich. Por su parte, Mark Nielsen se encargará de la producción.

Coco presentaba a Miguel, un niño de 12 años con sueños de convertirse en músico, a pesar de que su familia le ha prohibido la música durante generaciones, que se aventura al vibrante mundo de los muertos para...

One day after dropping a gorgeous trailer for their next interstellar adventure, Elio, Disney, and Pixar are ready to reveal that Coco 2 is developing at Pixar Animation Studios. CEO Bob Iger revealed the project during the Walt Disney Company’s annual shareholders meeting. “While the film is just in the initial stages, we know it will be full of humor, heart, and adventure,” said Iger. “And we can’t wait to share more soon.”

Coco 2, a follow-up to Disney and Pixar’s 2017 animated smash, reunites the team behind the original film. It includes Oscar-winning director Lee Unkrich and co-director Adrian Molina (Coco), with Oscar-winning producer Mark Nielsen producing.

Coco introduced Miguel, a 12-year-old with dreams of becoming a musician despite his family’s generations-old ban on music, who ventures to the vibrant Land of the Dead to unlock the real story behind his family history.

The announcement for Coco 2 comes...

Disney CEO Bob Iger is giving in to popular demand and says he will consider doing more with the beloved Epcot character of Figment.

The purple dragon character is featured in the theme park ride Journey Into Imagination With Figment at Epcot in Florida at the Walt Disney World Resort and also greets guests inside the Imagination! pavilion. During Thursday’s Disney shareholder meeting, Iger was asked by a shareholder if he would consider using the character, who represents the broader theme of imagination, in other parts of the business.

“This is my 24th year. 18th as CEO, and I think the question about Figment has been asked about 15 times,” Iger said.

“We know that he’s popular with shareholders, the fact that they ask questions about him all the time. But we also know that he’s popular at Epcot where you can meet him and journey into imagination.

Gold Derby's top news stories for March 20, 2025. Netflix drops teaser and premiere date for Tina Fey comedy The Four Seasons

Tina Fey is taking a vacation — and she's bringing along an A-list cast of costars in the new Netflix comedy The Four Seasons. The nine-time Emmy winner created the show with Lang Fisher and Tracey Wigfield — and based the eight-part series on the 1981 film written and directed by Alan Alda. Will Forte, Steve Carrell, Kerri Kenney-Silver, Colman Domingo, and Marco Calvani round out the cast. The "heartfelt love letter to long marriages and old friendships" premieres May 1 on Netflix. Check out the sneak peek below.

The official Netflix synopsis: "Six old friends head for a relaxing weekend away only to learn that one couple in the group is about to split up. The three couples, Kate (Tina Fey) and Jack (Will Forte), Nick (Steve Carell) and Anne (Kerri Kenney-Silver...

Disney shareholders haveoverwhelmingly rejected an anti-dei proposal that would have ended the company’s participation in anational diversity, equity, and inclusion report, according to a preliminary vote tally at the annual shareholders meeting on Thursday.

The proposal to exittheCorporate Equality Index came from the conservative think tankNational Center for Public Policy. Full results of the vote will be published next week.

In other matters, Disney CEO Bob Iger said Pixar is in development on Coco 2, the sequel to the 2017 Oscar-winning animation.

The feature will reunite director Lee Unkrich and co-director Adrian Molina with Mark Nielsen producing.

The original film earned...

Disney CEO Bob Iger told a shareholders’ meeting on Thursday morning that Pixar is in development on Coco 2, the sequel to the 2017 Oscar-winning animation.

The feature will reunite director Lee Unkrich and co-director Adrian Molina with Mark Nielsen producing.

The feature will reunite director Lee Unkrich and co-director Adrian Molina, and Mark Nielsen produces. The original earned $814m at the worldwide box office and told the story of an aspiring musician who travels to the Land of the Dead to learn about his family history. The voice cast featured Anthony Gonzalez, Gael Garcia Bernal, and Alanna Ubach.

Iger also addressed...

Disney CEO Bob Iger told a shareholders’ meeting on Thursday morning that Pixar is in development on Coco 2, the sequel to the 2017 Oscar-winning animation.

The feature will reunite director Lee Unkrich and co-director Adrian Molina with Mark Nielsen producing.

“While the film is just in the initial stages, we know it will be full of humour, heart and adventure,” Iger told shareholders. “And we can’t wait to share more soon.”

Coco earned $814m at the worldwide box office and featured the voice talent of Anthony Gonzalez, Gael Garcia Bernal, and Alanna Ubach.

It told the story of a 12-year-old...

After seven long years, Coco is finally getting a sequel from Disney's Pixar. Unfortunately, fans of the beloved animated film might have to wait until they get to the afterlife before it hits theaters. Coco 2 is officially in the works, and it already has a release date.

On Thursday morning, Pixar confirmed that Coco 2 will be directed by Lee Unkrich and Adrian Molina, who helmed the first film, for a projected 2029 release window. The Oscar-winning producer behind Toy Story 4 and Inside Out 2, Mark Nielsen, will produce the long-awaited sequel to Coco. As described by Disney, the first film followed Miguel (Anthony Gonzalez), a 12-year-old who dreamed of becoming a musician despite his family’s generations-old ban on music, who ventures to the vibrant Land of the Dead to unlock the real story behind his family history. You can check out the official announcement below.

Disney CEO Bob Iger...

A sequel to Coco is in development at Pixar Animation Studios, Disney CEO Bob Iger said Thursday.

Speaking at Disney’s Annual Shareholder Meeting, Iger announced the title, Coco 2, and said the film is still in early stages of development. The theatrical release is set for 2029.

The sequel will bring back members of the creative team from the original film, including director Lee Unkrichn and co-director Adrian Molina. Mark Nielsen Toy Story 4, Inside Out 2) will produce.

“While the film is just in the initial stages, we know it will be full of humor, heart and adventure, and we can’t wait to share more soon,” Iger said.

Coco was released in 2017, and follows a 12-year-old boy who dreams of becoming a musician, and is accidentally transported to the Land of the Dead. While there he seeks out his great-great-grandfather, a deceased musician, to help him convince their...

Disney and Pixar’s Coco 2, the follow-up to the 2017 Academy Award-winning feature film Coco, is in the works at Pixar Animation Studios for a 2029 release.

CEO Bob Iger made the announcement today during The Walt Disney Company’s annual meeting of shareholders. “While the film is just in the initial stages, we know it will be full of humor, heart, and adventure,” said Iger. “And we can’t wait to share more soon.”

Coco 2 reunites the team behind the original film, including Oscar-winning director Lee Unkrich and co-director Adrian Molina (Coco). Oscar-winning producer Mark Nielsen will produce.

Disney and Pixar’s Coco introduced Miguel, a 12-year-old with dreams of becoming a musician despite his family’s generations-old ban on music, who ventures to the vibrant Land of the Dead to unlock the real story behind his family history.

The film won two Academy Awards for Best Animated Feature and Best...

Another beloved Pixar movie is getting a sequel. Disney CEO Bob Iger has just announced that Coco 2 is in the works at the acclaimed animation studio.

The announcement was made during The Walt Disney Company’s annual meeting of shareholders. "While the film is just in the initial stages, we know it will be full of humor, heart and adventure," said Iger. "And we can't wait to share more soon." The official logo for the follow-up to the 2017 Academy Award-winning feature film Coco was also shared and can be viewed below.

Image via Disney/Pixar

Coco director Lee Unkrich and co-director Adrian Molina will both be returning to the directors' chairs for the sequel. No screenwriter has been announced yet, although Oscar-winning producer Mark Nielsen, whose Pixar credits include Toy Story 4 and Inside Out 2, is attached to Coco 2. The sequel announcement comes just one day after Pixar dropped...

Disney and Pixar are returning to Land of the Dead for “Coco 2.”

Disney’s CEO Bob Iger announced the follow-up film during the company’s annual shareholder meeting. The sequel, which is early in the development process, is slated for theatrical release in 2029. Plot details haven’t been revealed.

“While the film is just in the initial stages, we know it will be full of humor, heart and adventure,” he said. “And we can’t wait to share more soon.”

“Coco” director Lee Unkrich is returning to direct with Adrian Molina. Mark Nielsen, a Pixar veteran known for “Toy Story 4” and “Inside Out 2,” will produce.

The original 2017 film became a critical and commercial smash, winning two Oscars while grossing over $800 million at the global box office. The story follows 12-year-old Miguel, who dreams of playing the guitar despite his family’s generations-old ban on music. On the Mexican...

CinemaCon has lined up its cast of annual honourees for the 2025 Big Screen Achievement Awards on April 3, with former Screen Star of Tomorrow David Jonsson joining Channing Tatum, Ana de Armas, Lindsay Lohan and previously announced Glen Powell among the recipients.

Jonsson has starred in Alien: Romulus and Rye Lane and will collect the Next Generation Award. He will soon be seen in Lionsgate’s Stephen King adaptation The Long Walk, and upcoming projects include Wasteman, Colman Domingo’s Scandalous,and an untitled film by Frank Ocean. Jonsson was a 2023 Screen Star of Tomorrow.

Tatum, who has Derek Cianfrance’s...

It's hard to believe that we're more than a decade removed from the last feature-length Muppet movie. In the spring of 2014, Disney released the final Muppets movie -- at least, the final one for now. "Muppets Most Wanted" was, like its 2011 predecessor "The Muppets," a fun, family-friendly homage to the Muppet movies of old. The 2011 film, starring Jason Segel and Amy Adams, was as much about the Muppets themselves as it was a reference-laden film riffing on the 1979 classic "The Muppet Movie." And just as "The Great Muppet Caper" sent Kermit the Frog, Fozzie Bear, Gonzo, and Miss Piggy to Europe for a rollicking heist movie, "Muppets Most Wanted" sent its gaggle of Muppet characters away from the United States for an adventure that ran them afoul of Interpol and the world's first and second greatest criminal masterminds. 

Muppet movies are also nothing if they're not delightfully self-referential, breaking the fourth wall with ease.

Flow is the recipient of this year’s Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. And it is a tremendous feat, with it being Latvia’s first Oscar win and continuing the streak of animated feature victories from studios that are not from Disney nor Pixar.

Credit where credit is due for the tiny victor starring a black cat and its non-talking animal friends, it beat both the Pixar tentpole hit Inside Out 2 and the new DreamWorks darling The Wild Robot, directed by Disney veteran Chris Sanders. That was quite a feat.

But for Disney and Pixar, that moment may cause concern for the once mighty studios and its future in winning the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.

Current output from both studios is rocky at best. Their last victories are for Soul for 2021, and for Encanto for 2022. Soul stood out from the crowd on that year, with the...

Studio Ghibli and Disney are two of the most influential animation studios in history, but their worldviews are as disparate as night and day. Disney has built a global empire by taking its beloved characters and turning them into billion-dollar franchises, whereas Studio Ghibli has deliberately shied away from over-commercialism.

A still from Hayao Miyazaki’s film Princess Mononoke. | Credit: Studio Ghibli

This stark contrast is no accident as Ghibli’s reluctance to mass merchandise is a deliberate choice to preserve the artistic integrity of its films even at the cost of lost profit. In a recent interview, Toshio Suzuki, co-founder and former producer at Ghibli, disclosed some of the lesser-known studio regulations that will blow your mind.

Studio Ghibli’s reluctance towards merchandising

In an interview with Yahoo! News, Studio Ghibli’s co-founder and former producer Toshio Suzuki opened up about the studio’s approach to limit Ghibli’s beloved characters from being over-commercialized.

Sisters Violet and Madeleine McGraw are escaping horror for their next joint project. Violet and Madeleine, best known for their work on genre films like M3GAN and The Black Phone, respectively, will collaborate on a holiday feature described as a mix of two legendary Christmas movies: Home Alone and Die Hard. Variety reports that the yet-to-be-named movie will begin filming in Las Vegas next month.

Madeleine, the older of the sisters, began her career with early roles in films like American Sniper before working on the series Outcast and voicing Bonnie in Toy Story 4. Her breakout performance as Gwen Blake in The Black Phone earned her critical acclaim. Madeleine's other credits include the Disney Channel's Secrets of Sulphur Springs and Ant-Man and the Wasp. Violet gained early recognition for portraying young Nell Crain in Netflix's critically acclaimed The Haunting of Hill House. She later appeared in Doctor Sleep and Black Widow,...

For years, the Pixar Theory Timeline has been circulating on the internet. This timeline connects every movie in the Pixar universe. Author Jon Negroni, around 2012, proposed that Pixar intentionally leaves clues that indicate their movies occur in the same timeline and space, if people know how to arrange them. Negroni himself proposes a particular timeline for the movies that clearly shows how every installment connects to the following one.

The Pixar Theory Timeline proposes that from The Good Dinosaur to Monsters Inc., Pixar shows a society that has evolved into different species and technologies over the years. The main drive for all these movies seems to be that technology drastically changes the Earth, initiating new cycles of life. However, all of these beings are alive thanks to the power of human emotions.

Start From the Very Beginning of the Pixar Universe The Good Dinosaur Starts It All Image via Disney.

Production on the fifth season of the hit comedy series Only Murders in the Building is underway. Now, an exciting update has been revealed with the announcement of the season's first new guest star.

Per Deadline, acclaimed actor and comedian Keegan-Michael Key has joined the cast of Only Murders in the Building for his role in Season 5. Details about his character have not been revealed, but it will be for a recurring role. The season will focus on solving the murder of Lester (Teddy Coluca), and while it's not yet known which other actors might guest star in Season 5, the new episodes will, of course, bring back series stars Steve Martin, Martin Short, Selena Gomez, and Michael Cyril Creighton.

RelatedMartin Short Sets Career First With SAG Award Win for Only Murders in the Building

Martin Short picks up a major win.

The series is known for its guest stars, and...

Keanu Reeves is one of the most extraordinary movie stars of the past several decades, as he has managed to earn both legitimate praise and ironic appreciation. Although he began appearing in heartthrob roles just as the “Brat Pack” era began its decline, Reeves would become one of the definitive action stars of his generation alongside Tom Cruise and Wesley Snipes. In between his major sequels, Reeves still found a way to take on ambitious projects from acclaimed filmmakers, such as Taylor Hackford’s unusual legal thriller “The Devil’s Advocate” and Nancy Meyers’ charming romantic-comedy “Something’s Gotta Give.”

Despite facing a brief recess in his career after a series of critical disappointments in the first half of the 21st century, Reeves launched a major comeback when the “John Wick” franchise gave him another opportunity to show his merits as an action star. Reeves is clearly passionate about both the character...

As one of Hollywood's auteurs, Quentin Tarantino only helmed one duology in his impressive career. Kill Bill: Volume 1 and 2 were originally developed as a single installment with a runtime approaching four hours.

Quentin Tarantino's iconic Kill Bill films hit Peacock on Mar. 1.Kill Bill: Volume 1 and 2 were massive hits at the box office; two decades after release, the duology is now a classic that showcased Tarantino's passion for anime, exploitation films, samurai cinema, the spaghetti western, and martial arts. Kill Bill's story was developed as early as 1994, while Tarantino was filming Pulp Fiction; Uma Thurman, a lead in the ensemble, conceived and pitched Kill Bill's the Bride to Tarantino, who started developing the script in 2000. Thurman and her then-newborn daughter heavily influenced Tarantino's concept of the Bride.

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“Win or Lose,” Pixar’s first original TV series, takes a “Rashomon”-like approach to a co-ed middle school softball team called the Pickles as it heads to the championship game. Each of the eight episodes revolves around a different character, replaying the penultimate game from multiple perspectives to reveal the disparity between public and private behavior.

IndieWire got a peek at the first four episodes: The first kicks off with Laurie (Rosie Foss), the insecure daughter of Coach Dan (Will Forte), who’s hitless and constantly breaks out into a sweat that eventually transforms into a blobby companion called Sweaty (Jo Firestone). The second focuses on Frank (Josh Thomson), the fearful umpire and school teacher who hides from everyone in video game-like armor during awkward situations. The third spotlights Rochelle (Milan Ray), the bossy catcher who has a day from hell, and the fourth pivots to Rochelle’s social media-obsessed mom,...

Rashida Jones has over 80 screen acting credits to her name and may be best known for her roles in the likes of Parks and Recreation, Sunny, The Social Network, Celeste & Jesse Forever, and/or I Love You, Man. She’s also a writer, having worked on the likes of Toy Story 4, The Other Black Girl, an episode of Black Mirror, and the aforementioned Celeste & Jesse Forever – and she’s a director, having directed episodes of Roar, #BlackAF, Angie Tribeca, and Hot Girls Wanted: Turned On. She also co-directed the documentary Quincy, about her father, record producer and composer Quincy Jones. A couple of months ago, it was announced that she is co-writing a new Tom and Jerry movie, and now, Deadline has revealed that she’s set to direct a film called Playdate.

For this film, Jones will be bringing a script by Danish writer Marie Østerbye to the screen.

Win or Lose, Pixar’s first long-format television series is funny, heartwarming, and one of the best pieces of entertainment the studio has produced in years. Yes, the little streaming series that could is that good.

Win or Lose has an engaging format — almost an anthology series — connecting each chapter just enough to view the previous one in a new light. The series captures what the studio’s filmography does best: emotional storytelling, strong character development, and universal themes that bring people, families, and audiences together.

Now, if only Pixar’s recent film entries could rise to the occasion and reach this level of creativity.

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The series follows the trials and tribulations of a co-ed middle school softball team. Affectionately called the Pickles, they are...

Pixar steps up to the plate with a series that’s out to prove winning and losing is all about perspective.

It’s kind of wild that after nearly 30 years of redefining animation, Pixar is just now releasing its first-ever original TV series. But here we are, and “Win or Lose” is finally stepping up to the plate. The series follows a middle school co-ed softball team, the Pickles, as they prepare for their championship game - but with a twist. Each episode tells the same week’s events through the eyes of a different character, from the players to their parents and even an overly emotional umpire. It’s classic Pixar: heartfelt, funny, and packed with unique storytelling choices that make it stand out. You can stream “Win or Lose” when it swings onto Disney+ on Wednesday, Feb. 19.

How to watch ‘Win or Lose’ When: Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025 at 3 a.

Exclusive: Former Disney/Pixar veteran Michael Agulnek has joined Sony Pictures as EVP Global Publicity, where he will report to Danielle Misher, Co-Head of Theatrical Marketing.

In addition, Rose Phillips has been promoted to EVP Global Digital Marketing and Social Media. Reporting to Elias Plishner in the Global Marketing department, Phillips will continue to work across the studio’s film and TV content including via Sony Pictures Global Digital Creative, Social Media as well as the new Influencer Marketing Team.

Agulnek will oversee the Motion Picture Group’s global publicity teams to develop and execute strategic campaigns covering the theatrical and home entertainment windows across the studio’s labels including Columbia Pictures, TriStar Pictures, 3000 Pictures, Screen Gems and Sony Pictures Animation.

He counts more than three decades working as a marketing and public relations executive, most recently as VP Worldwide Publicity at Pixar Animation Studios, where he oversaw global...

Rashida Jones (Sunny) is teaming with Gloria Sanchez on Playdate, the feature adaptation of Marie Østerbye’s original script, which landed at #2 on last year’s Black List. Jones will direct, with Jessica Elbaum and Will Ferrell producing for Gloria Sanchez.

In the film, a playdate erupts into full scale psychological warfare as two mothers confront the damage of childhood bullying, while their daughters engage in mind games of their own. UTA Independent Film Group reps rights to the project.

Previously co-directing the Emmy-nominated documentary Quincy on her father, record producer Quincy Jones, Jones has also helmed episodes of series like Roar, #BlackAF, and Angie Tribeca, on which she also starred. Also a well-known actress, writer, and producer, she co-wrote the acclaimed rom-com Celeste and Jesse Forever, wrote on Black Mirror, helped conceive the story for Toy Story 4, and co-created the recent Hulu series The Other Black Girl. Most recently on the writing front,...

With just one week before the first two episodes of Pixar Animation Studios’ Win or Lose series launch on Disney+, two new clips and key art are now available.

Pixar’s first-ever original series features the intertwined stories of eight different characters as they each prepare for their big championship softball game—the insecure kids, their helicopter parents, and even a lovesick umpire.

The clips highlight characters from two upcoming episodes:

“Meet Sweaty” – The first episode introduces Laurie (voice of Rosie Foss), a 12-year-old softball player whose insecurity manifests into an ever-growing anxiety blob called Sweaty (voice of Jo Firestone) that only she can see.

“Cheating” – Episode four stars bubbly mom Vanessa (voice of Rosa Salazar), whose daughter Rochelle (voice of Milan Elizabeth Ray)—a talented player on the team—is accused of cheating on a test at school. Vanessa insists it didn’t happen—or did it?

The Win or Lose...

Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Worldwide Box Office: Surpasses Keanu Reeves’ The Matrix (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Keanu Reeves is a versatile actor who is also unparalleled in the action space. He earned fortunes with his The Matrix franchise and is best known for the John Wick film. His latest movie, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, has emerged as one of the top five highest-grossing films in his career. Keep scrolling for more deets.

Sonic 3 is performing better at the overseas box office than it is in the US. The film was directed by Jeff Fowler and received excellent ratings on Rotten Tomatoes as the critics certified it fresh with an 86% rating on Tomatometer. The Audience gave it 95%, showing their love for the movie. Reeves plays Shadow the Hedgehog, the antagonist in the film. The director was impressed by his John Wick performance.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is moving towards the $500 million...

After opening with a $25 million lead, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 may not have performed as well as its biggest competitor, Mufasa: The Lion King, but the film has still found success on its way to becoming the highest-grossing entry in the franchise. At the time of writing, Sonic 3 has collected $233 million from domestic markets and $238 million from international markets for a worldwide total of $471 million, but the film just crossed a major milestone for one of its stars. The third movie in the Sonic franchise has now passed both The Matrix and John Wick: Chapter 4 to become the third-highest-grossing movie of Keanu Reeves’ career, now short of only The Matrix Reloaded (2003) and Toy Story 4, where Reeves can be heard as the voice of Duke Caboom.

The Wild Robot dominated the 2025 Annie Awards honoring the best achievements in animation. The DreamWorks toon came in with 10 nominations across nine categories, and it won all of them: Best Feature, Best FX, Best Character Animation, Best Character Design, Best Direction, Best Music, Best Production Design, Best Voice Acting (Lupita Nyong’o), and Best Editorial.

The Annies win capped a momentous weekend for The Wild Robot, which also took the animated feature prizes at the Producers Guild of America Awards and Critics Choice Awards, cementing its position as the favorite going into the Academy Awards on March 2.

The film’s chief rival for the Best Animated Feature Oscar, Flow, also had a successful day, taking Best Feature — Independent and Best Writing, two races where it didn’t have to face The Wild Robot.

But do the Annie results make The Wild Robot unbeatable for the Oscar? Not necessarily. The link between...

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