Jan. 21, 2025

How Hades Became the Star of Disney’s Hercules (Ep. 290)

How Hades Became the Star of Disney’s Hercules (Ep. 290)

In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor discuss:

  • A behind-the-scenes look at Disney’s Hercules, from the creation of Hades to Jeffrey Katzenberg’s surprising influence on the character.
  • The passing of legendary filmmakers David Lynch and Robert Verrall, celebrating their lasting impact on cinema and animation.
  • Box office highlights, including Moana 2 crossing the billion-dollar milestone and Mufasa: The Lion King’s continued success.
  • Exciting new releases, including trailers for Pixar’s Win or Lose and DreamWorks’ Dog Man.

Join Jim and Drew for insights, stories, and industry updates that celebrate animation’s rich history and exciting future.

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