Updated with all winners: HBO/Max’s Sesame Street, Disney+’s The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special and Jack Black and Tony Hale were among the winners Sunday at the Children’s & Family Emmy Awards in Los Angeles.
The ceremony capped a full weekend for the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, which hosted the Children’s & Family Creative Arts Emmys on Saturday.
See the full list of winners both nights below.
Sesame Street won for Outstanding Preschool Series as well as for puppetry and direction, giving it five awards across the weekend, tying it with Saturday’s big winner, Netflix’s Lost Ollie. Guardians and Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur from Disney Channel also scored best-in-field wins tonight to bring their tallies to four apiece.
Among the winners tonight in the voice categories, Black wo for reprising Po in Netflix’s Kung Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight,...
The ceremony capped a full weekend for the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, which hosted the Children’s & Family Creative Arts Emmys on Saturday.
See the full list of winners both nights below.
Sesame Street won for Outstanding Preschool Series as well as for puppetry and direction, giving it five awards across the weekend, tying it with Saturday’s big winner, Netflix’s Lost Ollie. Guardians and Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur from Disney Channel also scored best-in-field wins tonight to bring their tallies to four apiece.
Among the winners tonight in the voice categories, Black wo for reprising Po in Netflix’s Kung Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight,...
- 12/18/2023
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
HBO/Max’s Sesame Street, Disney+’s The Muppets Mayhem and Jack Black were among the winners at the second annual Children’ &’s and Family Emmy Awards, which were handed out Sunday night by the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.
Among its wins, Sesame Street (in its 56th season) was named best preschool series, while The Muppets Mayhem — which was canceled last month after airing only one season — was named best children’s or family viewing series.
Black, meanwhile, won his first-ever Emmy for best voice performance in a children’s or young teen program for his work as Po on Netflix’s Kung Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight.
An excited Black took the stage to accept his award, giving a high kick and belting out “Kung Fu Panda, the dragon knight!”
“I’m really nervous and stoked to be here,” he added, noting that he was cast in the role 20 years ago.
Among its wins, Sesame Street (in its 56th season) was named best preschool series, while The Muppets Mayhem — which was canceled last month after airing only one season — was named best children’s or family viewing series.
Black, meanwhile, won his first-ever Emmy for best voice performance in a children’s or young teen program for his work as Po on Netflix’s Kung Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight.
An excited Black took the stage to accept his award, giving a high kick and belting out “Kung Fu Panda, the dragon knight!”
“I’m really nervous and stoked to be here,” he added, noting that he was cast in the role 20 years ago.
- 12/18/2023
- by Kimberly Nordyke
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The long-awaited animated series Tiana is still in the works at Disney+, but now we finally have an update.
The show — which was originally announced in 2020 and is now set to hit the streamer some time next year — has announced Joyce Sherri as its lead writer and director, our sister site Variety first reported. Sherri was a staff writer on Mike Flanagan’s Netflix horror miniseries Midnight Mass, and has also written and directed short films such as Beauty, Forever, Down, Down, Baby and The Family Romance.
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The show — which was originally announced in 2020 and is now set to hit the streamer some time next year — has announced Joyce Sherri as its lead writer and director, our sister site Variety first reported. Sherri was a staff writer on Mike Flanagan’s Netflix horror miniseries Midnight Mass, and has also written and directed short films such as Beauty, Forever, Down, Down, Baby and The Family Romance.
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- 10/9/2023
- by Nick Caruso
- TVLine.com
The “Tiana” animated series in the works at Disney+ has enlisted Joyce Sherri as the show’s lead writer and director, Variety has learned exclusively.
The musical project was originally announced in 2020 during a Disney investor day. The series has previously been described as a followup to the 2009 animated film “The Princess and the Frog,” which introduced the character of Tiana. Anika Noni Rose will once again provide the voice of Tiana. The series was originally expected to debut in 2023 but is now said to be launching in 2024.
Sherri’s most recent TV writing credit was on the Netflix horror miniseries “Midnight Mass” from Mike Flanagan. She has also written and directed short films like “Beauty,” “Forever,” “Down, Down, Baby” and “The Family Romance.” She also won the 2020 Slamdance screenplay competition for her feature, “Sweet Sixteen,” and was selected for the 2021 Sundance Institute Screenwriters Intensive.
She is repped by Gersh,...
The musical project was originally announced in 2020 during a Disney investor day. The series has previously been described as a followup to the 2009 animated film “The Princess and the Frog,” which introduced the character of Tiana. Anika Noni Rose will once again provide the voice of Tiana. The series was originally expected to debut in 2023 but is now said to be launching in 2024.
Sherri’s most recent TV writing credit was on the Netflix horror miniseries “Midnight Mass” from Mike Flanagan. She has also written and directed short films like “Beauty,” “Forever,” “Down, Down, Baby” and “The Family Romance.” She also won the 2020 Slamdance screenplay competition for her feature, “Sweet Sixteen,” and was selected for the 2021 Sundance Institute Screenwriters Intensive.
She is repped by Gersh,...
- 10/9/2023
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
“Zootopia+,” now streaming on Disney+, takes views back to their favorite mammalian oasis from the Oscar-winning 2016 film “Zootopia.” The six short films, each featuring a different batch of characters and each connecting explicitly (and surprisingly) with the original film, comes from directors Trent Correy and Josie Trinidad and producer Nathan Curtis, who lovingly continue what came before.
We talked to Correy, Trinidad and Curtis about bringing “Zootopia+” to life and got the inside story on that musical episode featuring everybody’s favorite character Duke Weaselton (voiced once more by Disney Animation lucky charm Alan Tudyk).
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How did everybody come up with this format of having just little glimpses of life in Zootopia?
Trent Correy: Sure, I can kick this one off, Drew. Really, it came from, there was a pitch program at Disney a couple years ago.
We talked to Correy, Trinidad and Curtis about bringing “Zootopia+” to life and got the inside story on that musical episode featuring everybody’s favorite character Duke Weaselton (voiced once more by Disney Animation lucky charm Alan Tudyk).
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How did everybody come up with this format of having just little glimpses of life in Zootopia?
Trent Correy: Sure, I can kick this one off, Drew. Really, it came from, there was a pitch program at Disney a couple years ago.
- 11/23/2022
- by Drew Taylor
- The Wrap
Several Discovery+ titles, including series such as “Property Brothers” and “Chopped,” will become available to stream on HBO Max in the next week.
Seasons 5 and 6 of “Property Brothers: Forever Home” will start streaming on the service on Wednesday, November 9. The two episodes of Season 7 that have already aired will also become available, while new episodes will be available on HGTV, Discovery+ and HBO Max throughout the rest of the season.
A collection of “Chopped” holiday programs will also be available to stream starting Wednesday. The cooking competition show follows four chefs as they compete take everyday items and turn them into an extraordinary three-course-meal. The curated selection of episodes from the original series, in addition to its spinoff series such as “Chopped Junior” and “Chopped Sweets,” features challenges themed to Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s and other holiday festivities.
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Seasons 5 and 6 of “Property Brothers: Forever Home” will start streaming on the service on Wednesday, November 9. The two episodes of Season 7 that have already aired will also become available, while new episodes will be available on HGTV, Discovery+ and HBO Max throughout the rest of the season.
A collection of “Chopped” holiday programs will also be available to stream starting Wednesday. The cooking competition show follows four chefs as they compete take everyday items and turn them into an extraordinary three-course-meal. The curated selection of episodes from the original series, in addition to its spinoff series such as “Chopped Junior” and “Chopped Sweets,” features challenges themed to Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s and other holiday festivities.
Seasons 7 and 8 of “Holiday Baking Championship,” totaling 21 hours of holiday baking skills and competition,...
- 11/9/2022
- by EJ Panaligan
- Variety Film + TV
“Zootopia+” heads back to the fast-paced mammal metropolis of Zootopia in a short-form series that dives deeper into the lives of some of the Oscar®-winning feature film’s most intriguing residents, including Fru Fru, the fashion-forward arctic shrew; Zpd dispatcher Clawhauser, the sweet-toothed cheetah; and Flash, the smiling sloth who’s full of surprises. The series is directed by Josie Trinidad and Trent Correy, and produced by Nathan Curtis.
Episodes debuting November 9 include:
Hopp on Board
When Judy boards the train from Bunny Burrow to Zootopia to begin her life as the big city’s first bunny cop, Stu and Bonnie’s youngest daughter, Molly, hitches a ride atop the train, forcing the down-to-earth duo out of their comfort zone and into an action-packed rescue mission.
The Real Rodents of Little Rodentia
Newly engaged, Fru Fru kicks off wedding planning with enthusiasm and flourish—at least until her scene-stealing...
Episodes debuting November 9 include:
Hopp on Board
When Judy boards the train from Bunny Burrow to Zootopia to begin her life as the big city’s first bunny cop, Stu and Bonnie’s youngest daughter, Molly, hitches a ride atop the train, forcing the down-to-earth duo out of their comfort zone and into an action-packed rescue mission.
The Real Rodents of Little Rodentia
Newly engaged, Fru Fru kicks off wedding planning with enthusiasm and flourish—at least until her scene-stealing...
- 11/8/2022
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Disney+ is ready to welcome everyone back to Zootopia with the release of the Zooptopia+ trailer! Taking place in the fast-paced mammal metropolis of Zootopia, the new short-form series dives deeper into the lives of some of the feature film’s most interesting residents. Get ready to join Fru Fru, the fashion-forward arctic shrew; Zpd dispatcher Clawhauser, the sweet-toothed cheetah; and Flash, the smiling sloth full of surprises.
Josie Trinidad and Nathan Curtis direct the presentation, featuring multiple stories set in the bustling world of Zootopia.
Descriptions for each episode of Zootopia+ can be found below:
1. Hopp on Board – When Judy boards the train from Bunny Burrow to Zootopia to begin her life as the big city’s first bunny cop, Stu and Bonnie’s youngest daughter, Molly, hitches a ride atop the train, forcing the down-to-earth duo out of their comfort zone and into an action-packed rescue mission.
2. The...
Josie Trinidad and Nathan Curtis direct the presentation, featuring multiple stories set in the bustling world of Zootopia.
Descriptions for each episode of Zootopia+ can be found below:
1. Hopp on Board – When Judy boards the train from Bunny Burrow to Zootopia to begin her life as the big city’s first bunny cop, Stu and Bonnie’s youngest daughter, Molly, hitches a ride atop the train, forcing the down-to-earth duo out of their comfort zone and into an action-packed rescue mission.
2. The...
- 11/7/2022
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Disney+ Hotstar is set to showcase a myriad of refreshing movies and shows this November. The biggest blockbuster movie of the year, Brahmastra Part One: Shiva, is set to release on the platform on November 4. On the international front, there are many family-friendly and wonderful festive shows, including an all-new live-action musical comedy, Disenchanted, a sequel to Disney’s box office hit Enchanted. Starring Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey, and Maya Rudolph, the title is a heart-warming story of the lovable maiden from the fairy tale world of Andalasia, who finally found her Prince Charming in the kingdom of New York City. November will also see the arrival of George Lucas’s fantasy adventure Willow, The Santa Clauses, The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special, Limitless with Chris Hemsworth, and more.
From new originals to romantic comedy, sci-fi action titles, and, of course, Korean Dramas, Disney+ Hotstar has something new for everyone,...
From new originals to romantic comedy, sci-fi action titles, and, of course, Korean Dramas, Disney+ Hotstar has something new for everyone,...
- 11/2/2022
- by Glamsham Editorial
- GlamSham
Recently, CBS released the new,official synopsis/spoilers for their upcoming "NCIS" episode 6 of season 12. The episode is entitled, "Parental Guidance Suggested,” and it turns out that we'll see the NCIS peeps investigate the homicide of a wife of a Navy commander, and more. In the new, 12th episode press release: The NCIS team is going to investigate the murder of the wife of a Navy commander, who recently appeared on a Jihadist target list. Press release number 2: The NCIS team is going to have to determine if the murder of a Navy commander’s wife is linked to her profession as a therapist or an act of terrorism after finding the commander’s name on a Jihadist target list. In the meantime, the team is going to discuss Halloween costumes and Tony’s recent dating habits. Guest stars will feature: Marisol Nichols (Atf Special Agent Zoe Keates), Millie Bobby Brown...
- 10/21/2014
- by Andre
- OnTheFlix
Big Hero 6, Disney’s all new animated film based off of the comic book series published by Marvel Comics, is set to release on November 7, 2014 but Wamg was lucky enough to get a sneak peek. A few weeks ago, I attended an early press day for the film where a small group of journalists were shown scenes from the film. While there, we also talked with Chris Williams (Director), Don Hall (Director), Jin Kim (Character Design Supervisor), Kyle Odermatt (Visual Effects Supervisor), Lorelay Bove (Visual Development Artist), Mark Henn (Lead 2D Animator), Michael Franceschi (Animation Supervisor), Michael Kaschalk (Head of Effects), Nathan Curtis (Effects Production Supervisor), Nathan Engelhardt (Animation Supervisor), Paul Briggs (Head of Story), Paul Felix (Production Designer), Robert L Baird (Screenplay By), Roy Conli (Producer), Shiyoon Kim (Lead Character Designer) and Zach Parrish (Head of Animation) about their role in bringing the story, characters and world of Big Hero 6 to life.
- 9/8/2014
- by Melissa Howland
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
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