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In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor dive into:
The excitement surrounding Bluey's upcoming presence in Disney theme parks and its debut on Disney Cruise Line.
Highlights from the Annie Awards, where The Wild Robot, Inside Out 2, and Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl lead the nominations.
The box office performance of Mufasa: The Lion King and how franchise timing and audience expectations played a role.
Updates on Netflix and Sony’s animated Ghostbusters project, directed by Kris Pearn.
The history of DreamWorks' B.O.O. and its journey through development limbo.
Join Jim and Drew for animation industry insights, behind-the-scenes stories, and a look at what’s ahead in the world of animation.
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In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor discuss:
The 35th anniversary of The Simpsons debut with "Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire," and how production challenges shaped its legacy.
The upcoming Bluey feature film, its creator’s vision, and how the beloved pup is heading to theaters in 2027.
Warner Bros. Animation’s Dynamic Duo, an innovative mix of animation, puppetry, and CG that explores the origins of two iconic Robins.
Sony’s Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse and what’s next for the groundbreaking trilogy.
Updates on Disney+ animated premieres, including Win or Lose and Marvel’s What If… Season 3.
Join Jim and Drew as they explore the latest animation news and uncover hidden details from entertainment’s past!
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Drew Taylor & Jim Hill start off this week’s show by discussing how well “Moana 2” did at the box office over its second weekend in theaters.
They also talk about why “Paddington in Peru” had its release date pushed back to February 14, 2025
Listeners will learn about these highlights:
How long did it take the original “Fantasia” to finally turn a profit
Which spec song led to the creation of the “It’s a SpongeBob Christmas” back in 2012
How many “Best Animated Feature of the Year” awards has “Flow” already claimed
According to James Gunn, why was “Creature Commandos” the very first project out the door after he took over as the new head of DC Studios at Warner Brothers Discovery
How long had Disney’s live-action version of “Snow White” been in development prior to the start of production
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Drew Taylor & Jim Hill start this weekâs show by discussing how well âMoana 2â did at the domestic box office over its opening weekend. They then talk about the role that General Electricâs housewares division played in creatingthat beloved holiday special, âRudolph the Red-Nosed ReindeerâFor this episode, listeners will learn about:ï· How did âFlowâ âs Per Theater Average over its opening weekend in NorthAmerica compare to that of âWicked â Part Oneâï· Which Japanese animation studio handled the stop motion on âRudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeerâï· What was the title of the very first animated holiday special created for networktelevisionï· Who took over as the new lead writer & director on âTiana: The Seriesâ back in2022ï· How did âShrek the Hallsâ back in 2007 lead to Walt Disney Animation Studiocreating the original âPrep & Landingâ in 2009Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor bring you the latest in animation news and insights. Tune in as they dive into:
"Wicked" Dominates the Box Office: Universal Pictures’ adaptation dazzles with a massive opening weekend. Jim and Drew discuss the strategic marketing behind its success and what it means for future blockbusters.
Animated Feature Oscars Update: A record 31 animated films are in the running for this year’s Academy Award. Hear predictions for frontrunners like The Wild Robot and dark horse contenders including Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl.
Sonic 3 and The Bad Guys 2: Explore the buzz surrounding upcoming sequels like Sonic 3 (coming this December) and DreamWorks’ The Bad Guys 2, continuing the franchise’s creative streak with festive specials.
Pixar’s "Dream Productions" Limited Series: A sneak peek into Pixar’s upcoming four-episode series debuting on Disney+ this December. Jim and Drew discuss how this unique project breaks new ground for the studio.
"Oliver & Company” Retrospective: Take a nostalgic trip back to Disney’s 1988 animated classic. Learn about its ambitious use of computer-assisted imagery and its surprising connection to the Great Movie Ride.
Don’t miss these stories and more on this week’s Fine Tooning!
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In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor discuss:
The history and mystery behind Disney’s forgotten project The Hero of Otherwhere, a live-action/animation hybrid tied to Pete’s Dragon and Jerome Courtland's career.
The evolution of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, celebrating 15 years of The Princess and the Frog while previewing the updates coming to the reimagined attraction.
Highlights from D23 Brasil, including the announcement of Ice Age 6, Toy Story 5, and Pixar's highly anticipated new feature, Hoppers.
Alan Menken’s enduring musical magic, from The Little Mermaid to his contributions to Netflix’s upcoming Spellbound.
Laika’s Wildwood, Coraline returning in 3D, and fresh updates on Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse and more.
Join Jim and Drew as they uncover hidden gems from animation’s past and highlight what’s coming next!
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In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor dive into the magical world of Tim Burton's Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail. Hear all about Jim's recent visit to this dazzling event at the New York Botanical Gardens, where he experienced life-sized sculptures, fog-filled forests, and stunning light displays that bring Burton's eerie, whimsical vision to life.
Also in this episode:
The Wild Robot still dominates the box office, edging closer to $300 million worldwide.
D23 Brasil’s big animation reveals, including a new Ice Age film and Toy Story 5 updates.
Behind the scenes on Skydance and Netflix's Spellbound promotion in Times Square.
Updates on Marvel’s animated lineup and what’s in store for 2025.
Get ready for all this and more on this week’s Fine Tooning!
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In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor dive into some of animation’s quirkiest corners and biggest news:
Godzilla’s 70th Anniversary: Celebrating Godzilla Day with a look back at the 1978 Godzilla animated series and the fascinating story behind Hanna-Barbera’s unique take on the King of Monsters.
The Wild Robot’s Box Office Success: DreamWorks' hit continues to climb, surpassing $250 million worldwide.
"Emily the Strange" Returns: A new animated feature from Warner Bros. and J.J. Abrams brings the iconic goth character to life.
The Simpsons’ NFL Takeover: A real-time Simpsons Monday Night Football game using innovative animation technology.
Halloween Treats & Holiday Previews: Highlights from Netflix’s That Christmas, Marvel’s upcoming series lineup, and spooky animated specials.
Tune in for a monster-packed episode celebrating everything from classic kaiju to modern animation news!
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In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor explore a wide range of animation news and insights:
Netflix's Spellbound and Disney’s Thanksgiving Line-Up: A look at Netflix’s upcoming animated feature Spellbound set to compete with Disney’s holiday releases, plus details on Disney’s latest Thanksgiving promotions.
King of the Hill Returns: A sneak peek at Hulu’s revival of King of the Hill, including aged-up characters and exclusive artwork reveals.
Inside Out Universe Expands: Updates on Pixar’s Inside Out spinoff series, Dream Productions, and what fans can expect from Riley’s imaginative world.
SpongeBob’s New Stop-Motion Christmas Special: Details on SpongeBob and Sandy’s Country Christmas, the latest festive stop-motion treat featuring everyone's favorite sea sponge.
Disney's Lost Hitchcock Tribute: A deep dive into Frady Cat, Disney's ambitious but abandoned Hitchcock-inspired animated film. Discover the story of how it almost became a Halloween classic.
Tune in for all this and more on this week’s Fine Tooning!
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In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor take you behind the curtain of Moana 2, diving deep into the highlights from Drew’s recent panel at the Animation is Film festival. They explore the exciting details shared by directors David Derrick Jr. and Jason Hand, including Moana’s continued journey, new characters, and thrilling challenges in this upcoming sequel.
Jim Hill and Drew Taylor also explore some of the biggest news and exciting developments in animation:
"Creature Commandos" Preview: Dive into DC Studios' upcoming animated series, set to premiere on Max this December. With James Gunn at the helm and voice talents like Alan Tudyk and David Harbour, this series is set to shake up the DC animated universe.
Halloween-Themed Animated Shorts: From The Simpsons to Sing, we break down the latest Halloween-inspired shorts, including a nod to Michael Jackson’s "Thriller" and Disney+’s spooky surprises.
The Wild Robot's Box Office Success: The Wild Robot continues to dominate, having surpassed $100 million domestically. What’s next for this DreamWorks hit?
"Moon Girl & Devil Dinosaur" Cancellation: Disney Channel's beloved animated series wraps up after two seasons, but the character still has some exciting crossovers in store with "Spidey and His Amazing Friends."
New Marvel Preschool Show: Get ready for Marvel’s Iron Man and his Awesome Friends, a new show for Disney Junior and Disney+ slated for 2025, introducing preschoolers to the Marvel Universe.
Tune in for these topics and more on this week’s Fine Tooning!
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in this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor take you on a fascinating journey through Disney’s forgotten Mickey Mouse projects, including the untold story of "Mickey Columbus" and other abandoned ideas that never made it to the big screen.
They also dive into Disney's challenges while bringing Mickey into the world of CGI, from his iconic ears to scrapped anniversary projects like "The Search for Mickey.”
The Wild Robot's Box Office Triumph: DreamWorks Animation's The Wild Robot continues its strong performance at the box office, paving the way for a sequel. Jim and Drew discuss what’s next for this hit film, based on Peter Brown’s popular book series.
Wallace & Gromit Are Back!: Aardman Animations is bringing the beloved duo back to the screen with Vengeance Most Fowl. Jim and Drew break down the significance of this return and what fans can expect from the upcoming Christmas release.
What’s Next for Animation Fans: With new releases like Transformers One and the latest from Aardman, there’s a lot to look forward to in the world of animation.
Tune in for all this and more on this week’s Fine Tooning!
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In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill dives into the latest animation news and rumors.
With Drew Taylor away, Jim covers:
Unraveling Studio Feuds and Hollywood Drama: What caused the downfall of Fleischer Studios and their ultimate takeover by Paramount Pictures?
Jennifer Lee’s Next Move: Disney Animation’s Chief Creative Officer steps down to focus on Frozen 3 and Frozen 4, while Jared Bush steps in.
Joker: Folie à Deux’s Box Office Struggles**: Warner Bros. Discovery faces losses as the Joker sequel underperforms despite the original film's success.
MuppetVision 3D’s Future: Rumors swirl about the potential impact of Disney’s new Monsters Inc. door coaster on MuppetVision 3D at Hollywood Studios.
Plus, updates on DreamWorks’ The Wild Robot and Warner Bros.’ upcoming Dynamic Duo superhero film using innovative animation techniques. Don’t miss this deep dive into the latest animation industry news and history!
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Jim Hill starts a solo edition of this podcast by discussing how well “The Wild Robot” did at the domestic box office this past weekend.
He then discusses the Halloween-themed “The Bad Guys” special which will soon be debuting on Netflix
Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about:
How will Warner Bros. Discovery be celebrating Scooby Doo this month
Who will be introducing “The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie” at this year’s Animation is Film Festival
What did the “Mufasa: The Lion King” production do to differentiate this film from Disney’s photo-realistic “Lion King” from 2019
Where did “Shrek the Musical” do its out-of-town try-out
Why was Jeffery Katzenberg reportedly upset with a plaque he found in the lobby of the Broadway Theater
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In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor discuss the surprising news of Jennifer Lee stepping down as Chief Creative Officer of Walt Disney Animation Studios and what it means for the future of Disney’s animated films.
They explore:
Jennifer Lee’s New Role: How she’s shifting her focus to the upcoming Frozen 3 and Frozen 4.
Jared Bush Takes the Lead: What does this creative shake-up mean for Disney, and what projects might be on the horizon?
Pixar’s Pressure to Perform: The intense working conditions at Pixar and the studio’s struggle to produce hits like Inside Out 2 and Elio amidst high expectations and long hours.
Plus, hear the latest updates on DreamWorks’ Dog Man, The Wild Robot, and more!
Don’t miss this deep dive into the latest animation industry news and insights.
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In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor discuss how the successful 15th-anniversary re-release of Coraline inspired Disney to bring back some of its beloved classics to theaters.
Find out how The Nightmare Before Christmas and Hocus Pocus are making their return to the big screen this Halloween season.
Join us as we cover:
Coraline’s Box Office Success: How a cult classic reignited Disney’s interest in re-releases.
The Return of Hocus Pocus: Why is this Halloween favorite back in theaters, and what does it mean for Disney's strategy?
The Wild Robot’s DreamWorks Triumph: Early reviews from the Toronto premiere and its impact on the animation industry.
Tune in for all this and more, as we dive into the latest animation news and Halloween favorites making their way back to theaters!
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In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor take you behind the scenes of Disney’s beloved Hocus Pocus and its unexpected connection to Steven Spielberg.
Discover the untold story of how the Halloween classic was pitched, nearly lost, and ultimately stolen away from Spielberg.
Tune in as we explore:
The Spielberg-Kirschner Drama: How did the An American Tail creator’s decision to pitch Hocus Pocusto Disney instead of Spielberg create tension in Hollywood?
Disney's Billion-Dollar Halloween Gamble: What convinced Jeffrey Katzenberg to greenlight Hocus Pocus after an unconventional pitch?
South Park Hiatus: Why Trey Parker and Matt Stone are putting South Park on pause until 2025 and how the Paramount-Skydance merger affects its future.
The Wild Robot World Premiere: DreamWorks’ adaptation of The Wild Robot hits the Toronto International Film Festival, and Jim & Drew dive into the excitement leading up to its wide release, including a sneak peek at The Art of DreamWorks The Wild Robot.
The Animated Opener of Joker: Folie à Deux: Learn how Sylvain Chomet brings a Looney Tunes-style sequence to life for the Joker sequel’s Venice Film Festival debut.
Join Jim and Drew for an inside look at one of Halloween’s most iconic films, plus the latest in animation news and commentary.
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Drew Taylor & Jim Hill start this week’s show by discussing how “Inside Out” became the highest grossing animated feature of all time.
They also take a look at the upcoming new “Wallace & Gromit” film, “Vengeance Most Fowl”
Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about:
How many films in Hollywood history have grossed over a billion dollars overseas
Why won’t Quentin Tarantino watch “Toy Story 4”
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How long has it been since the last “Wallace & Gromit” (i.e., “A Matter of Loaf & Death”) debuted on BBC One
Which emotion was originally supposed to be Envy’s twin in “Inside Out 2”
Who acquired the North American theatrical distribution rights for “The Day The Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie”
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Drew Taylor & Jim Hill start this week’s show by seeing how “Inside Out 2” ‘s worldwide box office stacks up against Jon Favreau’s photo-realistic “Lion King.”
They also talk about that Nightmare Before Christmas-themed light trail that’s coming to New York’s Botanical Gardens
Throughout this episode, listeners will learn about:
This long-running animated series just celebrated its 25th anniversary back in January
Will Warner Bros. be releasing Genndy Tartakovsky’s “Fixed” anytime soon
When will Pixar’s latest feature-length film be available for purchase on Blu-ray
How many movies did Robert Stevenson direct for Walt Disney Studios
Who almost played Nora, the daughter of the lighthouse keeper in “Pete’s Dragon”
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Drew Taylor & Jim Hill start this week’s show by looking back at some of the animation-related news that came out of the D23 Expo.
They also discuss a number of the books that event attendees could pick up at this year’s eve
Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about:
Who now is voicing Elio’s aunt in Pixar Animation Studios’ big release for June of 2025
Why it’s kind of ironic that the Mouse House just decided to make Frank Oz a Disney Legend
What’s the reported premise for “Hoppers,” Pixar’s Spring 2026
What’s intriguing about the visual clues that were included in the “Frozen 3” concept art that Jennifer Lee showcases at the Honda Center
How many episodes of Pixar’s “Dream Productions” did D23 members get to see at this year’s Expo
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Drew Taylor starts off this week’s show by looking back at the
“Jurassic World: Chaos Panel” he moderated at last month’s San Diego Comic-Con.
Then Jim Hill discusses the three feature-length films that were made at Fox Animation
Studios in Phoenix
Over the course of this episode, listeners will learn about:
ï· What spot did Pixar’s “Inside Out 2” just claim on the list of all-time worldwide top
grossing films
ï· When will the Boomerang streaming service officially get folded into Max
ï· Which “Gravity Falls” -related book now tops the New York Times bestseller list
ï· On what television broadcast back in the Summer of 2016 did the “Moana” teaser
trailer first appear
ï· Back when “Titan AE” was still supposed to be a live-action production, what was
the title of this film originally supposed to be
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