The Simpsons' 37th Treehouse of Horror episode delivers three solid segments but lacks a true standout, making it the second-best Halloween offering of Season 38. The episode reverts to the traditional anthology format after last week's superior full-length special, "Treehouse of Horror Presents: The Revengening."
Aardman Animations celebrates its 50th year with Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom, a Halloween-themed stop-motion feature that honors Universal Monsters classics while delivering the studio's signature visual comedy. The third film in the Shaun trilogy earns a 7/10 for its ambitious scale, clever horror references, and commitment to handmade craftsmanship.
Marvel revealed at Comic-Con 2026 that X-Men '97 Season 3 will feature the return of the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants with new member Surge. Executive producer Brad Winderbaum confirmed animation on Season 3 is wrapping up for a potential 2027 release while animatics for Season 4 are already in progress.
Director Brad Bird confirms there will be no Ratatouille 2, believing Remy's story is complete. Bird has rebuffed Pixar's suggestions for a sequel, emphasizing the narrative's conclusion. Meanwhile, he's involved in The Incredibles 3.
Keanu Reeves is reportedly in talks to star in a new LEGO movie, a hybrid animation-live action project, directed by Toy Story 4's Josh Cooley. This potential collaboration comes after their successful team-up in Toy Story 4, where Reeves voiced Duke Caboom. If confirmed, the movie would be Universal's first major LEGO theatrical release since acquiring the rights in 2020.
Discover how Toy Story 5's original ending planned a poignant reunion for Jessie with her former owner Emily, now a grandmother. This drastically different conclusion would have altered Jessie's emotional journey. The film's actual resolution beautifully reframes her abandonment, focusing on the transient yet vital role of toys in children's lives.
Rick and Morty's Season 9, Episode 5, "Jer Bud", attempts to revisit a classic character but falters in execution, making Snowball's return feel like a missed opportunity. While the Morty/Snowball storyline underwhelms, the Worm Jerry subplot shines with its bizarre humor. The episode's inconsistent quality makes it the weakest of Season 9 so far.
