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The Reason Ariel's Red Hair Was a Problem for The Little Mermaid

'The Little Mermaid' helped reinvigorate Disney's animation arm when it came out in 1989. But not everyone was on board with Ariel's red locks.

12 Facts About Family Guy

You know that it was cancelled then revived, but did you know that William H. Macy auditioned to play Brian?

14 Surprising Facts About Peppa Pig

8. One episode of the beloved kid's cartoon was banned in Australia.

9 Facts About My Neighbor Totoro

The beloved Hayao Miyazaki film was a box office flop.

Hayao Miyazaki Retrospective Will Be the Inaugural Exhibit at the New Academy Museum of Motion Pictures

It will mark America's first major exhibition dedicated to the director.

15 Intriguing Facts About Walt Disney

One of artist, producer, entrepreneur, and all-around game-changer Walt Disney's last written communications was rather mysterious—and involved Kurt Russell.

Netflix Is Adapting Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Other Roald Dahl Tales Into an Animated Series

The sequel, 'Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator,' could also be filmed for the first time.

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A 'Lost' Disney Cartoon from 1928 Has Been Discovered in Japan

It's one of just 26 Oswald the Rabbit cartoons made in the pre-Mickey era.

10 Timeless Facts About The Land Before Time

Five years before 'Jurassic Park' roared into theaters, a gentler, more meditative dinosaur film endeared itself to audiences of all ages.

10 Things You Might Not Know About She-Ra, Princess of Power

Barbie the Barbarian.

10 Filling Facts About A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving

9. There was a minor dispute regarding bird cannibalism.

12 Spirited Facts About How the Grinch Stole Christmas

The Grinch, Dr. Seuss's bright green curmudgeon, has been getting us into the holiday spirit for more than 50 years.

Guillermo del Toro to Write and Direct Pinocchio Musical for Netflix

"I’ve wanted to make this movie for as long as I can remember," the Oscar-winning director said.

Some of Your Favorite Disney Characters and Scenes Might Be Recycled From Earlier Films

You'll never look at Baloo and Little John the same way.

15 Slam-Dunk Facts About Space Jam

Nearly 20 years after the sports comedy opened at the top of the U.S. box office, it’s still scoring points with fans.

My Neighbor Totoro Is Returning to the Big Screen This Fall

The re-release marks the film's 30th anniversary.

15 Things You Might Not Know About Who Framed Roger Rabbit

The groundbreaking cartoon-live action hybrid was released 30 years ago. Here are some facts about Roger Rabbit.

10 Fast Facts About Cars

Buckle your seatbelts! The Pixar hit is turning 12.

15 Things You Might Not Know About Finding Nemo

Pixar’s beloved underwater masterpiece was released 15 years ago.

The World’s First Totoro-Themed Restaurant Is Coming to Thailand

May's Garden House is filled with nods to the classic Hayao Miyazaki film.

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9 The Shining References Buried in Pixar Films

It’s no surprise (or maybe it is) that several references to 'The Shining,' from the obvious to the obscure, have snuck into Pixar’s lineup over the years. Here are nine of them.

A recreation of the house in My Neighbor Totoro built for the 2005 World's Fair.

Take a Look at What Studio Ghibli's Theme Park Will Look Like When It Opens in 2022

Stroll through Mononoke Village and try not to lose your way in the park's Totoro-inspired forest.

See What Paddington 2 Looks Like Without the Bear

How do you film a live-action movie about a talking bear without ever bringing in an actual bear? Watch and learn.

Here's How Old the Simpsons Would Be If They Actually Aged

If you started watching the show as a kid, you’re likely as old as Homer and Marge now.

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