Sadhana Bharanidharan

Rashida Jones, Will McCormack and Michael Govier are attached as scriptwriters for the newest big-screen iteration of one of the studio's longest-running animated franchises.

Originating as a kids book by James Bond author Ian Fleming, this tale about a magical car was loosely adapted as an Oscar-nominated movie in 1968.

The decision is part of the WBD-owned streamer's strategic shift to focus on "stories for adults and families," rather than programming that's purely for kids.

To close out 2024, Kidscreen looks at several new show concepts for younger viewers that are in the industry pipeline. Today’s focus: Tween series.

Disney will release a CG-animated movie starring everyone's favorite blue-heeler theatrically in 2027, followed by rollouts on Disney+, ABC iView and ABC Kids.

This sci-fi animated series inspired by Argentine footballer Lionel Messi will launch on Disney Channel and Disney+.

Echoing its stance on a recent decision to kill a Moon Girl episode, the company cites the preference of parents to discuss certain subjects "on their own terms and timelines" with their kids.

It will retain a one-third ownership in assets including Family Channel, Family Jr. and WildBrainTV in this deal that's expected to close in three to six months if approved by the CRTC.

EXCLUSIVE: This live-action/animated series will launch next summer, hosted by Medical Mythbuster Joel Bervell.

Execs Brett Paul and Howard Lee have each been given additional titles and new responsibilities.