11 Huge 2027 Animated Movies We Already Know About, Ranked by Excitement

Animated films consistently perform well in theaters, and 2027 is predicted to be an especially strong year for them. Based on past successes, several animated sequels and new franchises are likely to be among the year’s biggest hits. Here’s a look at 11 confirmed animated movies, listed from those we’re least to most excited about.

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’s Latest Trailer Introduces Yoshi as Post Production Begins

The trailer reveals even more exciting moments! Princess Peach isn’t just fighting Ninjis – she’s also going up against Birdo, a classic enemy from Super Mario Bros. 2. We also see Peach and Mario tackling a dangerous obstacle course, Luigi using the Frog Suit to defeat a Boss Bass, and Yoshi facing off against a huge dinosaur that fans will recognize from Super Mario Odyssey.

Huge Star Wars Rumor Gets an Official Response, Ahead of 2027 Release

Rumors suggested Daisy Ridley might reprise her role as Rey in a future film, but that doesn’t seem to be happening. Screenwriter Jonathan Tropper recently discussed his new comedy, The Wrecking Crew, with ScreenRant. During the interview, he was asked about Star Wars: Starfighter and explained that he and Levy created a fresh story, free from the constraints of previous installments.

Nintendo Switch Game Normally $65 on eShop Only $5 for Limited Time

The Nintendo Switch game currently on sale for a very low price is a Lovecraftian action-adventure title called The Sinking City, developed by the French studio Frogwares. This deal is for the Deluxe Edition, which includes The Worshippers of the Necronomicon DLC – a set of three side quests – and Merciful Madness, an exclusive Nintendo Switch DLC featuring three additional bonus quests.

Stranger Things Season 5 Officially Beats Its Biggest Netflix Rival (But There’s 1 Record It’ll Never Catch)

Currently, Stranger Things Season 5 is the fourth most popular TV show ever on Netflix. It has been viewed 120.1 million times and watched for a total of 1.249 billion hours. This puts it ahead of Season 2 of Wednesday, which received 119.3 million views. While these numbers are fantastic for Stranger Things, it’s unlikely to break the overall viewing record on Netflix.

Frieren Season 2 Reveals a Character Who Surpasses Its Greatest Hero

Episode 2 of Frieren Season 2, “The Hero of the South,” is presented in two parts, telling two separate stories. The episode begins by introducing a powerful hero, rumored to be the strongest human, who is revealed to be someone other than Himmel – a figure known as the Hero of the South. While Frieren and her companions are tasked with cleaning the hero’s statue, it’s discovered that the villagers were actually talking about the Hero of the South, not Himmel. Frieren then explains details that show just how powerful this hero truly is.

EA’s Biggest Flop Has Been Getting Far More Support Than It Deserves

Games sometimes fail at launch for many reasons, like serious technical problems or a lack of exciting features that players were expecting. Excessive in-game purchases can also create negative feedback, as Electronic Arts has seen happen with some of its titles. Usually, unsuccessful games are quickly discontinued, but occasionally a few manage to stay online, either because developers continue to improve them, release updates, or because a dedicated, though small, player base continues to enjoy them despite the issues.

7 Superhero Movies & TV Shows That Totally Earned Their R-Rating

As a film buff, I’ve been looking at superhero movies and shows that really pushed the boundaries with mature content – the ones you’d probably want to think twice about before letting kids watch. Now, a couple didn’t quite fit the bill. For example, Super wasn’t really a superhero film in the first place. And while Logan, Darkman, and Birds of Prey definitely have some intense moments, they weren’t as graphic or shocking as some of the others on the list. They might still be a bit much for younger viewers, but compared to the really extreme ones, they’re relatively tame.

PS Plus Essential Game for February 2026 Leaked

According to a recent leak, this game is expected to be the major release for February 2026, bigger than the other two games planned. The complete list of games will be revealed on January 28th, and all subscribers will be able to play them starting the following Tuesday.

A Major 2026 MCU Appearance Was Just Quietly Debunked

Rumors circulated that Chris Pratt might reprise his role as Star-Lord in a film called VisionQuest, sparked by a photo of him with the character Vision. While some fans initially believed this could be for Avengers: Doomsday, speculation shifted to VisionQuest, which is set to introduce Tommy Maximoff (Speed, Wanda’s son from the comics). However, Chris Pratt has since confirmed in an interview with Steve Hargrave that these rumors are not true.