In a thrilling update for animation enthusiasts, Warner Bros. Pictures Animation (WBPA) continues to build an ambitious pipeline of theatrical features under the leadership of Bill Damaschke. While the studio has confirmed upcoming releases, including the highly anticipated The Cat in the Hat (starring Bill Hader) and other Dr. Seuss adaptations like Thing One and Thing Two, rumors and insider buzz are swirling around a robust development slate filled with original, sequel, revival, and bold new concepts.
Here’s an exclusive roundup of the most talked-about all-new movies reportedly in various stages of development at WBPA:
- Galaxy High School: This big-screen revival of the classic 1980s animated series is being written and developed by Nicholas Stoller and Doug Sweetland, the duo behind 2016’s Storks. Prepare for interstellar teen hijinks with a modern twist.
- Super GoofBalls: Directed by Derek Drymon, a veteran of SpongeBob SquarePants, this goofy, high-energy project promises over-the-top comedy in the vein of classic cartoon chaos.
- Untitled Lil’ Dicky Project: Rapper and comedian Dave Burd (aka Lil’ Dicky) is pitching an original animated feature. (Note: A previous version was in early talks elsewhere but appears to have shifted focus.)
- Garfield: Set for a potential theatrical return on February 9, 2029, this movie is directed by Mark Osborne, known for Kung Fu Panda and The Little Prince. Fans are eagerly anticipating more lasagna-fueled adventures beyond the recent Sony entries.
- Storks 2 – Nicholas Stoller and Doug Sweetland are circling a sequel to their 2016 hit, bringing back the baby-delivering (and package-shipping) birds for more family-friendly mayhem.
- If I Ran the Zoo – Based on the Dr. Seuss classic, with Craig Kellman directing and writing (co-writing with Kyle McQueen). Produced by Karen Foster, this imaginative tale of a wildly reimagined zoo is in expected development.
- Fox in Socks – Another Seuss adaptation in the works, with Butch Hartman (The Fairly OddParents) attached to direct. Tongue-twisting fun guaranteed.
- Untitled Tom Kenny Project – The iconic voice actor (best known as SpongeBob) has a mysterious new animated feature brewing.
- Dexter's Laboratory 3D – Genndy Tartakovsky (Samurai Jack, original creator) is developing a 3D theatrical revival of the Cartoon Network classic – science, sibling rivalry, and explosions incoming.
- Big Tree – An epic nature adventure (originally at Illumination but reportedly shifted after changes there), based on Brian Selznick's illustrated novel.
- South Park CGI Movie – Trey Parker and Matt Stone are in development on an R-rated CGI feature, expanding the irreverent world of the long-running series.
- Untitled Bee Film, Moby Dick (animated adaptation TBA), Untitled Penguin Film, Untitled Ant Film – A swarm of original creature-focused stories buzzing in early stages.
- Boo U – A spooky campus comedy featuring Casper and friends.
- Untitled Crossover Cartoon Network Avengers-esque Project – Directed by James Gunn, this team-up event could assemble CN icons in a superhero-style epic.
- Sour Patch Kids – Directed by Tony Leondis, turning the candy mascots into a sweet-and-sour adventure.
- Bugs Lights Out – John Lasseter attached to direct this Looney Tunes-inspired spotlight on Bugs Bunny and the gang.
WBPA is clearly betting big on a mix of nostalgia, IP revivals, and fresh ideas to complement their "Seussiverse" and classics like potential updates to The Jetsons, The Flintstones, and more. While dates and details remain fluid in development, animation enthusiasts have plenty to look forward to in the coming years.
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