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Netflix Cancels Building the Band After One Season Following Liam Payne’s Final TV Appearance
Netflix has officially canceled Building the Band after just one season, bringing an end to the music competition series that gained global attention for featuring one of Liam Payne’s final television appearances before his death. While the streaming service declined to comment publicly, a source confirmed the cancellation to Deadline. Produced by Remarkable Entertainment, Building the Band challenged 50 singers to form bands without seeing one another, placing the focus entirely on vocal chemistry. The series featured Payne as a…
Adult Swim Reveals Genndy Tartakovsky’s Heist Brothers, New Robot Chicken Specials, and Major Animation Slate at Annecy 2026
Adult Swim made one of the biggest animation announcements at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, unveiling an expanded lineup that includes a brand-new series from acclaimed creator Genndy Tartakovsky, two special editions of Robot Chicken, a documentary celebrating Cartoon Network’s history, and updates on several upcoming originals. The studio’s presentation reinforced its commitment to creator-driven animation while highlighting both new projects and beloved franchises. Among the biggest reveals was Heist Brothers, an animated action comedy that has officially received…
Dragon Striker Creators Reveal Nearly 300 People Worked on the Disney+ Anime
With Dragon Striker now streaming on Disney+ and Hulu, the series’ creators are reflecting on the massive collaborative effort that made the magical sports anime possible. While the show follows aspiring Dragon Striker Key as he pursues his dream of mastering the fantasy sport Gorotama, bringing that world to the screen required years of work from a remarkably large production team. In a recent interview with Animation Scoop, co-creators Sylvain Dos Santos and Charles Lefebvre revealed that nearly 300 people…
62nd ACM Awards Set for Las Vegas in 2027 After 61st Show Generated $53 Million Economic Impact
The Academy of Country Music (ACM), Prime Video, and Dick Clark Productions have officially announced that the 62nd Academy of Country Music Awards will return to the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday, May 16, 2027. The announcement follows the record-breaking success of the 61st ACM Awards, which generated an estimated $53 million in economic impact for the Las Vegas region while delivering strong streaming gains for artists and record social media engagement. The 61st ACM Awards…
Dragon Striker Creators Say the Show Was Originally Pitched as a Magical Rugby Series
Disney’s Dragon Striker has quickly established itself as one of the studio’s most ambitious animated series, blending fantasy, sports, and anime-inspired storytelling into a unique adventure. During a special panel at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, the show’s creators offered fans an inside look at how the series evolved over nearly a decade of development. The discussion covered everything from its original concept as a magical rugby series to the visual language that defines the world of Kal Asterock.…
Netflix Reveals New Image & Release Date for “In Waves”, Sets December 11, 2026 Global Premiere
Netflix has revealed a new look at In Waves, confirming its global release date as December 11, 2026, as part of its major animation showcase at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival. The announcement included a fresh image from the film, offering audiences an early look into what is shaping up to be one of the platform’s most emotionally driven animated releases. Among a packed slate featuring high-profile titles, In Waves stands out for its grounded storytelling and intimate focus…