Lilo & Stitch Controversy, Frozen 3’s Castle Reveal, and Fox Doubles Down on Adult Animation (Ep. 306)
In this solo episode ofFine Tooning, Jim Hill covers a wide range of animation news and commentary while Drew Taylor is away covering the global premiere ofMission: Impossible 8. Topics include:
Controversy around Disney’s live-actionLilo & Stitch– Director Dean Fleischer Camp shares concept art of Pleakley in a dress after Disney reportedly vetoed the idea.
A first look at Elsa’s new castle fromFrozen 3– How Disney Abu Dhabi’s concept art may hint at major design elements from the upcoming 2027 sequel.
Box office updates–Thunderboltsmaintains momentum in its second weekend, andThe King of Kingsbecomes a success story for South Korea’s Mofac Studios.
Fox renewsGrimsburg,Krapopolis, andUniversal Basic Guys– More early multi-season orders continue the trend of long-term investments in adult animation.
Seth MacFarlane returns forTed: The Animated Series– A new sequel series is in the works at Peacock, picking up afterTed 2.
Remembering Marc and Alice Davis– A new website offers replicas of artwork by Marc Davis that once adorned the couple’s home.
It’s a packed episode full of industry insight, animation history, and a few heartfelt tributes along the way.
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