Netflix's upcoming animated movies are a treasure trove for animation enthusiasts, offering a diverse range of genres and styles. From stop-motion to CGI, fantasy to sci-fi, and musical adventures to dark, female-led stories, there's something for every taste. The list includes highly anticipated projects from renowned directors like Brad Bird and Guillermo del Toro, as well as fresh talent like Arturo Ambriz and Roy Ambriz. The Ambriz Brothers' I Am Frankelda (formerly Soy Frankelda) is a standout, blending period-piece drama with feminist themes and breathtaking stop-motion artistry. It's a dark, macabre tale of a gifted writer who finds her stories coming to life in her subconscious, with the blessing of Guillermo del Toro. Steps, a 3D animated comedy from Paper Kite Productions, flips the classic Cinderella story on its head, focusing on her stepsisters. Directed by Alyce Tzue and John Ripa, it boasts a stellar voice cast, including Ali Wong, Stephanie Hsu, and Amanda Seyfried. Ray Gunn, directed by Brad Bird, promises a brilliant blend of sci-fi, comedy, and noir detective tropes, with a voice cast that includes Sam Rockwell, Scarlett Johansson, and Tom Waits. Charlie vs. the Chocolate Factory asks a hilarious question: what happened to Willy Wonka after he turned a child into a giant blueberry? Directed by Elaine Bogan and Jared Stern, it features Taika Waititi as Wonka and Kit Connor as Charlie Paley. The Mitchells vs. the Machines 2 (working title: The Mitchells vs. the Mitchells) is a sequel to the Oscar-nominated 2021 hit, with Phil Lord and Christopher Miller returning as producers and Guillermo Martinez and JP Sans stepping into the director's chairs. Netflix is also developing an untitled Ghostbusters animated feature, directed by Kris Pearn, and an untitled Jack and the Beanstalk project, directed by Rich Moore. Leo 2, a sequel to Netflix's biggest animated hit, is in production with Adam Sandler returning to voice the titular lizard. Lastly, KPop Demon Hunters 2 is in early development, with Chris Appelhans and Maggie Kang returning as directors. Netflix's animated slate is a testament to the platform's commitment to diverse and innovative storytelling, offering something for every animation fan.
