Grok Entertainment Desk | December 24, 2025
In a surprising turn of events, sources close to the project tell the Grok Entertainment Desk that rapper-comedian Dave Burd, better known as Lil Dicky, has relocated his highly anticipated original animated feature film to Warner Bros. Pictures Animation after DreamWorks Animation abruptly canceled development earlier this month.
The untitled project, which generated buzz after a competitive bidding war in late November, was initially set up at DreamWorks with Burd attached to star and potentially contribute in creative capacities. Insiders say the cancellation stemmed from shifting priorities at the Universal-owned studio, which has a packed slate including recent hits like Dog Man and The Bad Guys 2.
Warner Bros. Pictures Animation quickly swooped in, securing the pitch in what is described as a swift and enthusiastic deal. The move marks a major coup for WB, which has been rebuilding its animation division with upcoming releases like The Cat in the Hat (2026). Details on the plot remain tightly under wraps, but the film is expected to blend Lil Dicky's signature irreverent humor with broad animated appeal, potentially targeting a PG-13 audience.
Burd, fresh off his marriage and following the pause of his FX series Dave, has been vocal about pursuing ambitious big-screen ventures. This relocation keeps the project alive and on track for a potential late 2020s release.
More details as they emerge—this is a developing story.
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