I take a ook at influences and trends in 2020s TV animation as of mid-decade (2025), from streaming services dominating to relatively fewer all-ages cartoons.
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Alternatives to Disney+ and Hulu
I take a look at alternatives to the Disney Bundle (Disney+ and Hulu), from buying physical media to alternative streaming services.
What were the main influences and trends in 2010s TV animation?
I take a look at the major trends and influences in 2010s TV animation, from “flat” character designs to prominent non-stereotypical LGBTQ characters.
September 2025 media picks and news
A look at media news for September 2025, including WildBrain shutting down Canada’s Family cable channel, and “Touche Turtle” coming to Blu-ray.
Hulu to get (fully) integrated into Disney+ in 2026; ESPN (the streaming service) to launch August 21
In 2026, Hulu will get fully integrated into the Disney+ app; meanwhile, the ESPN streaming service will go live on August 21.
The 10 most watched Netflix cartoons (January to June 2025)
A look at the most watched animated cartoons on Netflix from January to June 2025. Sorry “KPop Demon Hunters” fans, but it’s not on this list.
Recommended streaming services for cartoons (2025 edition)
My 2025 look at the current state of streaming services for animation, from Amazon Prime Video to Tubi.
August 2025 media picks and news
My media picks for August 2025 include the debut of “Eyes of Wakanda” on Disney+, as well as a Huckleberry Hound Blu-ray set.
Paramount/Skydance merger approved, with knee-bending to Trump; also, Paramount+ alternatives
Paramount has made questionable concessions to the Trump administration to get its merger approved. I also look at Paramount+ alternatives.
Peacock turns five
As Peacock turns five, I look back at the streaming service’s history, from getting WWE rights to losing Hallmark rights.