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Sony Pictures ha desvelado el primer tráiler de la película de animación Goat: Como cabras, una original comedia de acción creada por el estudio detrás de Spider-Man: Cruzando el Multiverso y producida por Stephen Curry, cuatro veces campeón de la NBA, que también presta su voz a uno de los personajes en la versión original.

Goat: Como cabras sigue a Will, una pequeña cabra con grandes sueños, a la que se le presenta una oportunidad única en la vida para unirse a los profesionales y jugar al rugebol, un deporte de contacto total, mixto y vertiginoso, dominado por los animales más rápidos y feroces del mundo. A los nuevos compañeros de Will no les hace mucha gracia tener a una cabrita en su equipo, pero Will está decidido a...

Andy Cohen became the latest big name to cameo on “And Just Like That” — which will wrap its third and final season on August 14 — appearing as an employee at Bergdorf Goodman named Daniel. Cohen joins many, many other celebrities that have appeared on the “Sex and the City” sequel series, including Patti LuPone, Rosie O’Donnell, Jenifer Lewis, Sam Smith, Drew Barrymore, Billy Dee Williams, Gloria Steinem, Tony Danza, Candice Bergen… the list goes on.

But fictional TV, Cohen explained on his podcast (via EW), isn’t his natural habitat. It took a while to get his take, which involved him assisting Carrie (Sarah Jessica Parker) with shoe shopping. “I think the line in the script was just like, ‘Oh hey, Carrie, I’ll be with you in a sec,'” he explained. As simple as that line may sound, for Cohen, “Shooting these shows… is very difficult.”

“You have to literally walk four steps,...

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From Sony Pictures Animation, the studio behind hits like Spider‑Man: Across the Spider‑Verse, comes a bold new action‑comedy with heart. Goat, an original animated movie set in an all‑animal world, arrives in theaters next year. It tells a story that struck a personal chord with one of its stars: Stephen Curry.

The film follows a small goat named Will. He gets a once‑in‑a‑lifetime chance to play in a high‑intensity, full‑contact sport called roarball. The challenge? Will is tiny, living in a world dominated by the fastest and fiercest animals. However, he is determined to prove that “smalls can ball.” As a result, Will sets out to challenge expectations and change the game.

This journey resonated deeply with Curry. He not only voices a character named Lenny but also serves as a producer on Goat. In addition, Curry...

“Coming up through basketball, I was a lot like Will—being underrated became my superpower. And believing in yourself—that’s how heroes get it done.”

– Stephen Curry, Producer/Voice of “Lenny”

From Sony Pictures Animation, the studio behind Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, comes Goat, an original action-comedy set in an all-animal world. The story follows Will, a small goat with big dreams who gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play roarball – a high-intensity, co-ed, full-contact sport dominated by the fastest, fiercest animals in the world. Will’s new teammates aren’t thrilled about having a little goat on their roster, but Will is determined to revolutionize the sport and prove once and for all that “smalls can ball!”

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The cast includes Caleb McLaughlin, Gabrielle Union, Stephen Curry, Nicola Coughlan, Nick Kroll, David Harbour, Jenifer Lewis, Aaron Pierre, Patton Oswalt, Andrew Santino, Bobby Lee,...

Sony Pictures Animation, the studio that brought you Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, is bringing you a similar animated style with Goat, a sports-themed animated comedy with an all-star cast that includes NBA champion Steph Curry, Stranger Things star Caleb McLaughlin, Gabrielle Union, and more! Sony recently hit the court running with Goat at a preview event at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival. Sony has released the new trailer.

Also set to hit the hardwood for Goat are Nick Kroll, Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton), David Harbour, Jenifer Lewis (I Love That for You), and Patton Oswald. Tyree Dillihay and Adam Rosette co-direct Goat from a screenplay by Aaron Buchsbaum and Teddy Riley. Goat is produced by Steph Curry and Erick Peyton of Unanimous Media, alongside Michelle Raimo Kouyate, Adam Rosenberg, and Rodney Rothman of Modern Magic. David Schulenburg co-produces, while Rick Mischel and Fonda Snyder serve as executive producers.

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Sony Pictures Animation has unleashed the trailer for ‘Goat,’ an original action-comedy set in an all-animal world.

The story follows Will, a small goat with big dreams who gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play roarball – a high-intensity, co-ed, full-contact sport dominated by the fastest, fiercest animals in the world. Will’s new teammates aren’t thrilled about having a little goat on their roster, but Will is determined to revolutionise the sport and prove once and for all that “smalls can ball!”

Directed by Tyree Dillihay, the voice cast includes Caleb McLaughlin, Gabrielle Union, Stephen Curry, Nicola Coughlan, Nick Kroll, David Harbour, Jenifer Lewis, Aaron Pierre, Patton Oswalt, Andrew Santino, Bobby Lee, Eduardo Franco, Sherry Cola, Jelly Roll and Jennifer Hudson.

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The first trailer for Goat, the new animated sports comedy from Sony Pictures Animation and Columbia Pictures, is finally here, and it’s all about going big, even when you’re small.

NBA legend Stephen Curry helped launch the trailer this week, where he introduces the movie and its unlikely hero: a little goat named Will Harris. Will’s voice is played by Caleb McLaughlin from Stranger Things, and his big dream is to make it in the world of roarball — a wild, high-speed, full-contact sport played by some of the toughest animals around.

Curry doesn’t actually voice the goat though. He plays Lenny, a tall giraffe athlete. Still, he sets the tone with the film’s main message: “You’re never too small to dream big.”

Set in a world full of animals, Goat follows Will as he gets a shot at joining a pro roarball team. But...

Sony Pictures Animation has just released the teaser trailer for Goat, and it’s not about Stephen Curry calling himself the greatest of all time.

Instead, the NBA superstar is helping tell the story of a small goat with a big dream. And no, Curry doesn’t play the goat, he actually voices a giraffe.

Goat is an original animated movie coming from Sony Pictures Animation and Columbia Pictures, the same team behind Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. It follows Will Harris, a young goat who wants to go pro in a wild, high-speed sport called roarball. The main character is voiced by Stranger Things star Caleb McLaughlin.

The movie is set in a world full of animals, and roarball is a full-contact, co-ed sport where only the toughest survive. So when Will gets his big chance to play with the pros, no one takes him seriously. He’s small, not exactly intimidating,...

"You're never too small to dream big." Sony Pictures has debuted the first look teaser trailer for Goat, an animated movie from their award-winning studio Sony Pictures Animation. This one is produced by famous basketball player Steph Curry, inspired by his experiences on the court playing in the NBA. Another animal world movie just like Disney's Zootopia! In this movie, they don't actually play "basketball" they play a game called "roarball"...

Sony Pictures Animation, the studio behind Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, has revealed the official trailer for Goat.

The film, which is not yet rated by the Motion Picture Association (MPA), is scheduled to open exclusively in theaters on February 13, 2026.

Goat is an original action-comedy set in an all-animal world. The story follows Will, a small goat with big dreams who gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play roarball – a high-intensity, co-ed, full-contact sport dominated by the fastest, fiercest animals in the world.

Will’s new teammates aren’t thrilled about having a little goat on their roster, but Will is determined to revolutionize the sport and prove once and for all that “smalls can ball!”

The voice cast includes Caleb McLaughlin (Stranger Things 5), Gabrielle Union, Stephen Curry (Mr. Throwback), Nicola Coughlan, Nick Kroll, David Harbour (Violent Night 2), Jenifer Lewis, Aaron Pierre, Patton Oswalt (The Sandman), Andrew Santino,...

“You’re never too small to dream big.”

That’s how Sony Pictures Animation and Columbia Pictures are setting up their upcoming original animated movie, “Goat,” from Stephen Curry.

The teaser trailer out Wednesday features the iconic NBA player introducing the film, which stars Caleb McLaughlin (“Stranger Things”) as a down-on-his-luck goat named Will Harris who dreams of making it big in roarball. It’s worth noting Curry himself will actually be playing a giraffe athlete character, not a goat.

“From Sony Pictures Animation, the studio behind ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse,’ comes ‘Goat,’ an original action-comedy set in an all-animal world,” per the logline. “The story follows Will, a small goat with big dreams who gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play roarball – a high-intensity, co-ed, full-contact sport dominated by the fastest, fiercest animals in the world. Will’s new teammates aren’t thrilled about having a little goat on their roster,...

Exclusive: Jennifer Hudson, Aaron Pierre, Jelly Roll, Ayesha Curry, Andrew Santino, Bobby Lee Sherry Cola and Eduardo Franco are set to join the voice cast of the Sony Animation pic Goat.

They join previously announced cast Stephen Curry, Caleb McLaughlin, Gabrielle Union, Nick Kroll, Nicola Coughlan, David Harbour, Jenifer Lewis and Patton Oswalt. The animated sports comedy is directed by Tyree Dillihay and co-directed by Adam Rosette.

The film is an original action comedy set in an all-animal world. The story follows Will, a small goat with big dreams who gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play roarball — a high-intensity, co-ed, full-contact sport dominated by the fastest, fiercest animals in the world. Will’s new teammates aren’t thrilled about having a little goat on their roster, but Will is determined to revolutionize the sport and prove once and for all that “smalls can ball.”

In collaboration with the NBA,...

The HollyShorts Film Festival is pulling out all the stops for its 21st edition, assembling a powerhouse lineup featuring global music icon Stormzy, the late Michael Madsen, Viola Davis, Stephen Fry, Idris Elba, Letitia Wright and a host of other A-list talent.

Running Aug. 7-17 at the Tcl Chinese Theatres in Los Angeles, the festival will also stream globally via Bitpix, showcasing films selected from a record 7,000 submissions worldwide.

Stormzy stars in Academy Award winner Aneil Karia’s “Big Man,” while Viola Davis takes center stage as narrator of Emmai Alaquiva’s documentary “The Ebony Canal: The Story of Black Infant Health.” Idris Elba stars in the west coast premiere of “Victory,” the cinematic visual album from hip-hop icon Slick Rick, also featuring Nas and Giggs and directed by Meji Alabi. Stephen Fry stars alongside Miriam Margolyes in Lee Knight’s “A Friend of Dorothy.”

Among other marquee entries, Madsen...

This post contains spoilers from And Just Like That season 3 episode 6 from this point forward.

If you're an And Just Like That viewer who has caught up on the most recent episodes of season 3 and have been on the internet recently, then you're fully aware of the awkward, if not humorous, snafu the series has made. A character who was already six feet under was seemingly brought back from the dead just to be killed off again. Yes, this really happened.

And Just Like That season 3 episode 6 sees Lisa grieving her 90-year-old father's death from a fatal stroke. She spends much of the episode not only experiencing the grief of not having a chance to say goodbye but sparring with his girlfriend, played by Jenifer Lewis, over the funeral arrangements. In the end, Lisa doesn't get her way, but that's not what everyone's talking about.

Following Big's death in season...

Hollywood stars, including Mark Ruffalo, joined the “No Kings” protest against President Donald Trump. A few famous faces who supported the protest against Trump’s policies included Ruffalo’s Marvel co-star Marisa Tomei, Susan Sarandon, Kerry Washington, Jimmy Kimmel, Ayo Edebiri, Anna Kendrick, and others.

The rallies called out the Trump administration’s anti-immigration policies and other executive orders that allegedly violated constitutional rights and laws. It was conducted on the same day that the President held a controversial military parade in Washington, allegedly to celebrate his 79th birthday.

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Mark Ruffalo was among the celebrities who marched in the No Kings Day protest on June 14. During the rally, Ruffalo was seen alongside actors Ilana Glazer and Abbi Jacobson. He was also photographed alongside Susan Sarandon, and he...

Sony Pictures Animation’s next theatrical feature “Goat,” is set in a world full of anthropomorphic animals in which the main character (Caleb McLaughlin), an actual goat, dreams of becoming a sports sensation. Yes, that title is pun on the acronym for Greatest Of All Time.

Sony premiered a first look at the film, produced in partnership with the NBA, at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, with director Tyree Dillihay and producer Michelle Raimo Kouyate on hand to explain the world of the film and to share some scenes.

The movie opens on February 13, 2026, timed with the NBA All-Star Game happening in Los Angeles that same weekend.

Dillihay, making his feature debut, said that the movie would center around roar-ball, a sport that is dominated by big animals, with courts as big as soccer fields. (Roar stands for Regionally Organized Animal Roundball.) In this world, small animals aren’t...

Sony Pictures Animation, the studio that brought you Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, is taking the rock and sprinting toward another animated marvel with Goat, a sports-themed animated comedy with an all-star cast that includes NBA champion Steph Curry, Stranger Things star Caleb McLaughlin, Gabrielle Union, and more! Sony recently hit the court running with Goat at a preview event at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival.

Also set to hit the hardwood for Goat are Nick Kroll, Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton), David Harbour, Jenifer Lewis (I Love That for You), and Patton Oswald. Tyree Dillihay and Adam Rosette co-direct Goat from a screenplay by Aaron Buchsbaum and Teddy Riley. Goat is produced by Steph Curry and Erick Peyton of Unanimous Media, alongside Michelle Raimo Kouyate, Adam Rosenberg, and Rodney Rothman of Modern Magic. David Schulenburg co-produces, while Rick Mischel and Fonda Snyder serve as executive producers.

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Sony Pictures Animation has enlisted Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry and Stranger Things actor Caleb McLaughlin to headline the voice cast of its upcoming feature Goat, a move unveiled during the studio’s Annecy 2025 presentation. Curry will voice seasoned roarball pro Lenny Williamson, while McLaughlin plays rookie goat Will Harris, joined by Gabrielle Union, David Harbour, Jennifer Lewis, Nick Kroll and Nicola Coughlan.

Set in an all-animal league where the full-contact sport “roarball” pits predators against underdogs, the story follows diminutive Will as he tries to prove that “smalls can ball”. Sony has slated the film for 13 February 2026, deliberately coinciding with the NBA All-Star weekend in Los Angeles.

Goat is Curry’s first feature voice role and the latest project from his Unanimous Media banner, which signed a first-look pact with Sony last year. He produces alongside partner Erick Peyton, Michelle Raimo Kouyate and Modern Magic’s Adam Rosenberg and Rodney Rothman,...

During a presentation at the Annecy Animation Festival today, Sony Pictures Animation unveiled the voice cast for its upcoming feature, “Goat,” an original action-comedy slated to hit theaters on Feb. 13, 2026. From the studio behind “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” and in collaboration with NBA great Stephen Curry’s Unanimous Media and Modern Magic, “Goat” brings to life a world where the fiercest animals compete in the high-octane sport of roarball, and a diminutive goat dares to dream big.

Directed by Tyree Dillihay – who co-hosted the day’s presentation with producer Michelle Raimo Kouyate – and co-directed by Adam Rosette, the film celebrates the spirit of the underdog with a story steeped in the energy of basketball culture.

Leading the cast is “Stranger Things” star Caleb McLaughlin, voicing Will Harris, the titular “Goat,” a small-framed but big-hearted dreamer determined to prove he belongs in the Roar League, where speed and ferocity rule the court.

Sony Pictures Animation’s “Goat” has revealed its voice cast, which includes Stephen Curry, Caleb McLaughlin, Nick Kroll, Gabrielle Union, Patton Oswalt, Jennifer Lewis and David Harbour. In collaboration with the NBA, Sony Pictures Animation will release “Goat” theatrically on Feb. 13, 2026, timed for NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles (Feb 13–15).

The announcement was made as part of a presentation at the Annecy International Animated Film Festival, where the first footage from the movie was also shown.

The official synopsis for the new feature follows: “an original action-comedy set in an all-animal world. The story follows Will, a small goat with big dreams who gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play roarball – a high-intensity, co-ed, full-contact sport dominated by the fastest, fiercest animals in the world. Will’s new teammates aren’t thrilled about having a little goat on their roster, but Will is determined to revolutionize the...

NBA superstar Stephen Curry is taking on his first major acting role in Goat, a basketball-themed animated feature from Sony Pictures Animation.

The action-comedy, directed by Tyree Dillihay (Bob’s Burgers), and Adam Rosette is set in an all-animal world and follows Will, a little goat with big dreams who gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play roarball – a high-intensity, co-ed, full-contact sport dominated by the fastest, fiercest animals in the world. Curry is also a producer on the feature.

Sony on Monday unveiled the main voice cast for Goat on Monday. Joining Curry on the roarball court are Stranger Things alums Caleb McLaughlin and David Harbour; Bad Boys II actress Gabrielle Union; Bridgerton star Nicola Coughlan; Black-ish actress Jennifer Lewis; actor and comedian Patton Oswalt (Ratatouille, Young Adult); and veteran writer and voice actor Nick Kroll (Big Mouth).

The star-studded voice cast was announced out of...

Updated with further casting details at 10.24 am Pt Sony Pictures Animation’s sports-themed animated feature Goat has unveiled a starry voice cast, featuring NBA champion Stephen Curry and Stranger Things star Caleb McLaughlin, during a preview event at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival.

Curry and McLaughlin will be joined in the cast by Gabrielle Union, Nick Kroll (Big Mouth), Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton), David Harbour (Thunderbolts), Jenifer Lewis (I Love That for You) and Patton Oswalt (We All Scream).

Tyree Dillihay and producer Michelle Raimo Kouyate were in Annecy for the presentation which screened exclusive footage to an appreciative animation crowd, who packed out the Grande Salle of Annecy’s main Bonlieu Theater venue.

The original action-comedy set in an all-animal world, follows Will (voiced by McLaughlin), a small goat living a downbeat life in an urbanized jungle community called Vineland, who is obsessed with roarball,...

Basketball star Stephen ‘Steph’ Curry is leading the voice cast of Sony Pictures Animation’s sports comedy feature Goat, which showed first footage today at Annecy International Animation Film Festival.

Curry, who is also producing the film for his Unanimous Media, is joined by Caleb McLaughlin, Gabrielle Union, Nick Kroll, Nicola Coughlan, David Harbour, Jenifer Lewis and Patton Oswalt.

Currently in production, the film is directed by Tyree Dillihay, co-directed by Adam Rosette. Sony Pictures Animation will release the film theatrically in the US on February 13, 2026, in collaboration with the National Basketball Association (NBA) and timed to the NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles.

Rosie O'Donnell seems to be playing a Wicked super-fan in the new season of And Just Like That! A new preview from the upcomig third season of the Sex & the City sequel series shows the Broadway alum in a Wicked shirt, holding a bag of M&Ms in Times Square. The series' creators had been wanting O'Donnell on the series for some time, Entertainment Weekly reports. They found the right place for her in the new season, along with other guest stars like Jenifer Lewis and Jackie Hoffman. The former Rosie O'Donnell Show host plays the role of "Mary," although further details about her character are being kept under wraps. Rosie O'Donnell in And Just Like...

Todrick Hall will direct and choreograph the West End Premiere of Burlesque the Musical at the Savoy Theatre in London. This new musical, based on Steven Antin's film starring Christina Aguilera and Cher, will begin performances at The Savoy on Thursday 10 July and run until Saturday 6 September 2025, with a press night on Tuesday 22 July at 7pm. With over 9 million followers across several platforms, Todrick is one of the most high profile and prolific storytellers in the world. He has collaborated with superstars in every industry, including Beyonce, Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, RuPaul, Chaka Khan, Brandy, Cynthia Erivo, Billy Porter, Gwen Stefani, Kristin Chenoweth, Jenifer Lewis, Nicole Scherzinger, Tyra Banks, Boby...

Sheryl Lee Ralph is being honored!

The 68-year-old Emmy-winning actress was was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Wednesday (April 16) in Los Angeles.

Stepping out support Sheryl at the ceremony were her Abbott Elementary co-stars Quinta Brunson, Tyler James Williams, Janelle James, Chris Perfetti, Lisa Ann Walter, and William Stanford Davis.

Keep reading to find out more…Loretta Devine, who starred with Sheryl in Dreamgirls on Broadway, along with Jenifer Lewis, Victoria Rowell, and Brandee Evans were also at the big event.

Sheryl also had the support of her husband Vincent Hughes along with her kids Ivy-Victoria and Etienne.

“There are so many people in the audience that means so much to me,” Sheryl shared during the ceremony, according to Essence. “I can still feel the determined spirit of that little girl who dared to dream big. Growing up, I felt my big dreams had to be whispered,...

On Wednesday March 19 2025, E! broadcasts an episode of the series Night Court!

A Crime of Fashion Season 2 Episode 7 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Night Court,” titled “A Crime of Fashion,” promises to bring excitement and drama to viewers. Set against the backdrop of Fashion Week in New York, the episode dives into the glamorous yet chaotic world of fashion. Abby finds herself swept away in a whirlwind romance with a famous fashion designer, adding a romantic twist to the courtroom antics.

As Abby navigates her new relationship, the episode explores the challenges and surprises that come with dating someone in the fast-paced fashion industry. The allure of high-profile events and stylish parties may be tempting, but it also brings its own set of complications. Abby’s journey will likely resonate with anyone who has ever experienced the highs and lows of love.

Meanwhile, Dan faces a unique opportunity when...

Anika Noni Rose is breaking her silence over Disney’s decision earlier this month not to move forward with Tiana, an animated musical series offshoot of The Princess and the Frog movie set for Disney+.

First announced in December 2020, the project was expected to feature Rose reprising her role as Tiana from the 2009 film The Princess and the Frog, which revolved around Disney’s first Black princess.

“Last week an announcement was made regarding the cancellation of the series, Tiana,” she began in a statement shared on Instagram. “I’ve been getting loads of messages expressing kindness, support and overwhelming disappointment.”

“I too am deeply disappointed that the continuation of Tiana’s journey in series form has been cut short,” adding that the highly anticipated series adaptation had been a “long time coming” and involved “a lot of beautiful work was put into it by all the creatives involved.”

“As...

In the upcoming episode of “Night Court,” titled “A Crime of Fashion,” excitement is in the air as Fashion Week takes over New York City. The episode promises a blend of humor and romance, with Abby finding herself swept off her feet by a famous fashion designer. As the lights of the runway shine bright, Abby’s whirlwind romance adds a touch of glamour and unpredictability to her life.

Meanwhile, Dan faces a tempting offer from a high-profile defendant. This opportunity could make Dan’s dreams come true, but it comes with strings attached that could create tension for Olivia. The stakes are high, and the courtroom drama is sure to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.

As the characters navigate the world of fashion and high-profile cases, the episode aims to deliver laughs and unexpected twists. “A Crime of Fashion” is set to air on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at 7:30 Pm on E!

Walt Disney Animation Studios has officially scrapped its Tiana series, which was set to serve as a follow-up to The Princess and The Frog.

According to THR, the project was cancelled as part of the studio's new strategy, which involves moving away from all original longform animated content for the Disney+ streaming service. A spokesperson confirmed there "will be some layoffs in its Vancouver studio as a result of this shift in business strategy."

In addition to Tiana, an untitled feature-length project has also been shelved.

First announced back in 2020, Tiana was being developed as a musical featuring Anika Noni Rose reprising her lead role from the 2009 animated film. The trade report mentions that, despite best efforts, "including several changes to the creative team, Tiana ultimately could not get to where it needed to be given production costs."

Apparently, The Princess and the Frog is still a key property for the company,...

Walt Disney Animation Studios has decided not to move forward with Tiana, an animated musical series offshoot of The Princess and the Frog movie set for Disney+, Deadline has confirmed.

While Disney did not respond to request for comment today over the Tiana series cancellation, sources confirm that going forward neither animation studio will be providing long form content for Disney +.

With a Tiana original special now the focus, we hear, it seems that creatively a Tiana series had been going nowhere fast for several years. That creative funk was why all we’ve seen the past four years is a single image from the proposed Tiana series.

First announced in December 2020, the project was expected to feature Anika Noni Rose reprising her role as Tiana from the 2009 film The Princess and the Frog, which revolved around Disney’s first Black princess.

Set in New Orleans during the 1920s,...

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The Upshaws is a family comedy series but not exactly fit for watching with a family. The Netflix original series is created by Wanda Sykes and Regina Y. Hicks, and it follows the Upshaw family living in Indiana as they deal with wilder and funnier obstacles life puts in their way. The Upshaws stars Mike Epps, Kim Fields, and Wanda Sykes. So, if you loved the hilarious family drama, quirky characters, and entertaining stories in The Upshaws, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

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The Carmichael Show is a comedy series created by Jerrod Carmichael, Ari Katcher, Willie Hunter, and Nicholas Stoller. The NBC series follows a fictional version of Jerrod Carmichael as he discusses many controversial topics with his family and live-in girlfriend. The Carmichael Show stars Jerrod Carmichael,...

ABC was very mean when it came to cancellations and endings in 2024. Four shows came to an end or were abruptly canceled, while the network announced that a fifth would wrap up in 2025.

2024 was not a good year for a lot of networks. We said goodbye to some great shows, and we’re still salty about some of the cancellations. There were a couple of ABC shows that we wanted to see more of, especially considering they ended with a shortened season due to the pandemic.

We take a look back at the cancellations of 2024. Hopefully, 2025 will be better.

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Two shows were given final season orders as the strike action came to an end. It was disappointing news for fans of the shows. The Good Doctor was the first to get the orders, coming to an end after seven seasons. This was one of...

Titan Books offers a deep dive into the animated musical film Spellbound with The Art & Making of Spellbound, and ScreenRant has a look at some key pages. The Skydance Animation movie came to Netflix in November as the company’s second full-length feature film (after 2022’s Luck), and features an impressive cast led by Rachel Zegler as the young Princess Ellian. The movie tells the story of Ellian setting out across the magical world of Lumbria to reverse a curse that has turned her parents into literal monsters.

ScreenRant is excited to offer a look at select pages from The Art & Making of Spellbound that highlight the movie’s visual style and explain how certain artistic decisions were made. The book was written by Ramin Zahed, an LA-based author and journalist whose past film books include Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse – The Art of the Movie and The Art of Love,...

Black-ish was a long-running sitcom about the lives of an upper-middle-class Black family living in a predominantly white neighborhood. Andre "Dre" Johnson (Anthony Anderson) grew up in Compton and worries his children are not in touch with their Black roots. While the show is a comedy, Black-ish also examines the nuances of Black identity. Many of Black-ish's best episodes address important, powerful issues.

Dre's perspective is almost always different from that of his wife, parents, children, and colleagues, leading to matters of race, family, and politics being discussed from multiple angles. Because Black-ish was generally a lighthearted comedy, when it delved into topics like police brutality, colorism, and women's health, the episodes carried even more weight. Luckily, the characters in Black-ish are played by talented actors who can deliver heartfelt scenes as well as humorous ones.

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Netflix's latest magical family adventure musical, Spellbound is already getting dragged through the mud in the reviews. While the production values are incredibly high, with a star-studded cast and songs written by two of Broadway's greatest songwriters, it's clear from its 45% rating on Rotten Tomatoes that this story about familial conflict hasn't left audiences spellbound.

The film follows Elian, the Princess of Lumbria (Rachel Zegler), who has been working with her royal ministers (John Lithgow and Jenifer Lewis) to hide the fact that her parents, the king (Javier Bardem) and queen (Nicole Kidman), have been turned into giant monsters by a curse. When the Oracles of the Sun and Moon (Titus Burgess and Nathan Lane) fail to give any helpful advice and the family secret is revealed, Elian decides to take her parents into the Dark Forest of Eternal Darkness in hopes of finding a cure.

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Everyone’s heart usually makes a tiny, or perhaps even a big, jump when Netflix releases a new animated film. No matter what age, there is something about animated movies that brings up some lovely nostalgia and builds up excitement about what important themes are tackled. In recent years, Netflix has released various successful animations, such as The Sea Beast, Leo, or Orion and the Dark, which draw people of all ages.

On November 22, yet another animation was added to Netflix, and the expectations were certainly high. The fantasy animation Spellbound was said to draw people in right away, captivating them with the movie’s magical world and important themes. However, the opposite is the case. Netflix’s Spellbound failed on many levels, but at least there was one great thing,...

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This December, Hulu is bringing you a lot of entertainment, from the highly anticipated U.S. release of Paris Has Fallen to the thrilling drama film Amber Alert. However, for the purposes of this article, we are only including the films that are coming to Hulu this month and have an 80% or higher Rotten Tomatoes score. So, check out the five best films that are coming to Hulu in December 2024 with an 80% or higher Rotten Tomatoes score.

Cast Away (December 1)

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 89%

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Cast Away is a survival drama film directed by Robert Zemeckis from a screenplay by William Broyles Jr. The 2000 film follows Charles “Chuck” Noland, a FedEx system analyst who gets stranded on an uninhabited island after a plane crash and tries to survive long enough so that someone can find and he can return home.

Spellbound is a new animated film from Skydance Animation currently streaming on Netflix. Directed by Shrek director Vicky Jenson, the movie tells the story of a young princes, Ellian, who must go to great lengths to try and reverse a mysterious curse that has turned her parents into monsters. The movies cast includes Rachel Zegler, Nathan Lane, Javier Bardem, Nicole Kidman, Jenifer Lewis, and John Lithgow.

Spellbound is a movie musical, and it enlisted two A-listers for help in creating its soundtrack. Disney legends Alan Menken and Glenn Slater teamed up to provide score and lyrics, respectively, and worked closely with Jenson to ensure the movie hit all the required beats of a musical. Menken and Slater have collaborated on a number of projects together in the past, most notably the Disney animated film Tangled and the TV series Galavant.

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The Disney Renaissance composer Alan Menken and his frequent collaborator Glenn Slater (Tangled) discusses their new movie for Netflix, Spellbound, and the themes and styles of its score.

Spellbound follows the adventures of Ellian, the tenacious young daughter of the rulers of Lumbria who must go on a daring quest to save her family and kingdom after a mysterious spell transforms her parents into monsters. Spellbound is directed by Oscar-winner Vicky Jenson (Shrek) with original score from Egot-winning composer Alan Menken (Beauty and the Beast) and lyrics by Glenn Slater (Tangled).

A Netflix Film from Skydance Animation, Spellbound boasts an all-star voice cast led by Rachel Zegler, John Lithgow, Jenifer Lewis, Nathan Lane, Tituss Burgess, with Javier Bardem, and Nicole Kidman. Spellbound is written by Lauren Hynek & Elizabeth Martin and Julia Miranda and produced by John Lasseter, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg and Bruce Anderson for Skydance Animation.

John Lithgow has been a staple in Hollywood movies and TV shows for decades now. Though he has played a handful of leading roles, Lithgow is best known for his memorable supporting characters and villains. He played villains in Cliffhanger (1993), Dexter, and Shrek (2001), and appeared in a supporting capacity in titles like The Crown, Perry Mason, Pet Sematary (2019), Interstellar (2014), and How I Met Your Mother.

At 79 years old, Lithgow continues to stay busy in the world of entertainment, and 2024 has been a standout year for him. He appears, for example, in the acclaimed Conclave, which is a buzzy title in terms of awards potential, in addition to appearing in Cabrini, The Rule of Jenny Pen, and The Old Man season 2. His most recent role, however, hasn't been been in the realm of live-action and instead marks a return to the world of animation.

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Warning: Spoilers for Spellbound.Spellbound is a traditional-feeling animated film with a message that is anything but. The second release from Skydance Animation follows Ellian, a young princess who sets off to reverse a mysterious curse that has transformed her parents into monsters. Ellians journey with her monster parents across a whimsical landscape turns into something more serious as new reVellations threaten to alter her family dynamic forever. The movies star cast includes Rachel Zegler, Javier Bardem, Nicole Kidman, Nathan Lane, Jenifer Lewis, and John Lithgow.

Spellbound was brought to the screen by veteran animation director Vicky Jenson, who also co-wrote the script. Jenson is well-known as the finishing director of the 2001 mega-hit Shrek, and also directed 2004s Shark Tale. On Spellbound, Jenson helmed her first movie musical, working with legendary songwriters Alan Menken and Glenn Slater on the soundtrack.

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John Lithgow has opened up about how his new animated movie triggered feelings of anxiety after previously being recast in two major voice roles. In animation, the final product that audiences see does not necessarily reflect the extensive and complex creative process that brought it to the screen. This includes the fact that the voice-casting process is relatively fluid. Characters take shape over several years, and as a project progresses, studios can sometimes make significant changes to the cast, since re-recording lines is much easier than reshooting live-action scenes.

While this has affected Lithgow more than once, the two-time Oscar nominee has voiced his fair share of animated characters. Although he is likely best known for his live-action roles in projects like the six-season sitcom Third Rock from the Sun and the iconic 1984 dance movie Footloose, he has voiced a wide range of roles including Jean-Claude in 2000's Rugrats in Paris,...

John Lithgow reveals how he forgot he was in Spellbound. The upcoming Netflix animated movie was helmed by Vicky Jenson, the co-director of 2001's Shrek (in which Lithgow voiced Lord Farquaad), and follows a young girl who must save her kingdom from a spell that has turned her parents into monsters. In addition to Lithgow (as Minister Bolinar), the upcoming Spellbound also stars Rachel Zegler as the lead character Princess Ellian, Nicole Kidman as Ellian's mother, Javier Bardem as Ellian's father, Jenifer Lewis as Minister Nazara Prone, Tituss Burgess as Ludo, Nathan Lane as Sunny, and Jordan Fisher as Callan.

Screen Rant's Owen Danoff recently had the opportunity to sit down with John Lithgow for an interview. While the actor expressed enthusiasm for the project, calling it "stirring and ambitious and possibly even important," he revealed that he at one point forgot he had signed on to do it.

Netflix's animated musical Spellbound features an exciting voice cast led by West Side Story's Rachel Zegler as Ellian, the princess of Lumbria. The story, told in the vein of a fairytale, sees the princess go on an important quest after her parents are turned into monsters. Her quest takes her on an adventure through her kingdom and into the Dark Forest, but she and her group are surrounded by song throughout, helping her navigate her feelings and the forest to Spellbound's ending at the pond of light.

Spellbound's music was composed by well-known film composer Alan Menken, known for his work on Disney movies such as Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, Hercules, Enchanted, and many more, with lyrics written by his familiar collaborator Glenn Slater. Spellbound's original songs help explain the Spellbound characters' emotions throughout the movie, as well as outlining pieces of the plot. Spellbound's soundtrack is variously fun and emotional,...

Spellbound (2024) is a captivating musical adventure drama set in the enchanting kingdom of Lumbria. The story follows Princess Ellian, a spirited fifteen-year-old who dreams of living a normal life. However, her wish is far from reality, as her parents, the King and Queen of Lumbria, have been cursed and transformed into monstrous beings.

Ellian must hide their condition to protect the royal secret, fearing the kingdom’s reaction, where the cursed monarchs might face capture or destruction. Determined to save her parents, Ellian enlists the help of the wise advisors Bolinar and Nazara. Despite their efforts, the solution remains elusive—until Ellian is guided by the Oracles of the Sun and Moon.

The Oracles reveal that the King and Queen can only regain their human forms if they have the will to change. They must journey to the mystical Lake of Light, where their transformation hinges on their own desire to break the curse.

With all the behind-the-scenes makings of an animated classic, Spellbound features a talented voice cast and a can’t-miss creative team for a family movie with a whole lot of heart.

Directed by DreamWorks alum Vicky Jenson, Spellbound marks John Lasseter and Skydance Animation’s follow-up to Luck (2022), after he was ousted from Disney/Pixar following an impressive filmography that included Toy Story (1995), Monsters, Inc. (2001), Finding Nemo (2003), Tangled (2010) and many more. His latest feature, now streaming on Netflix, certainly lives up to that tenure.

In Spellbound, teen princess Ellian of Lumbria wants to spend her days flying griffins around the kingdom with her friends, but for the past year, she’s had to cover for the king (Javier Bardem) and queen (Nicole Kidman) after they were magically transformed into monsters in the Dark Forest of Eternal Darkness. When the kingdom learns their secret, Ellian escapes with her...

Produced by Skydance Animation for Netflix, Spellbound unites many well-known actors to give voice to a cast of interesting characters in a fantasy setting. The project is directed by Vicky Jenson, who has a long track record with animation films. Spellbound is a musical that acquired the talents of the legendary Alan Menken and longtime collaborator, lyricist Glenn Slater, to help create this fairytale-like adventure.

The story of Spellbound takes place in the magical land of Lumbria. It follows the princess of the Lumbria Kingdom, Eilian, whose parents are transformed into monsters. In the movie, she has to reverse the curse to save her family and future kingdom. The new Netflix fantasy animated film features a cast of high-end talents from the acting and singing worlds.

Spellbound Voice Cast

Actor

Character

Rachel Zegler

Princess Ellian

Nicole Kidman

Queen Ellsmere

Javier Bardem

King Solon

John Lithgow

Minister Bolinar

Jenifer Lewis

Minister...

As the Thanksgiving holiday and the end of the year quickly approach, there's going to be much more down time from school and work. That means it's time catch up on Netflix new releases and have lots of movie marathons and binge-watches. Thankfully, there's lots coming to our watch lists soon.

Going into the weekend before the week of Thanksgiving, the Netflix top 10 most popular TV shows ranking includes recent releases such as Cobra Kai, which dropped the second part of its final season ahead of its series finale next year, and animated series Arcane.

As for the most popular movies on Netflix right, the sexy Netflix original holiday rom-coms The Merry Gentlemen and Hot Frosty are still bringing in viewers, but there's still plenty more movies to discover on the top 10 ranking and in the weekend's new release lineup.

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Weve come to expect a lot from animated films heart, humor, and character growth that blossom into a moving and memorable story. Not every film rises to the occasion, but some are less forgettable than others simply because they aimed to do something a bit different. Spellbound, the Skydance Animation-produced Netflix film, touches upon the themes of family and the changing dynamics that could potentially make or break it. That is its greatest strength, but for some reason, it takes too long to make its point and underwhelms in other areas in the process.

Spellbound, directed by Vicky Jenson, follows Princess Ellian on her adventurous quest to rescue her family and kingdom. As a mysterious spell transforms her parents into monsters, Ellian must navigate this perilous journey to restore the King and Queen of Lumbria.

Director Vicky JensonRelease Date November 22, 2024Studio(s) Skydance AnimationWriters Lauren Hynek, Elizabeth Martin, Vicky JensonCast Isabelle McCalla,...