Aardman Announces New Projects and Celebrates 50 Years of Clay Animation
Originally published Jun 21, 2026
By Kevin Giraud · Variety
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Key points
- Aardman Animation Studios celebrated 50 years of clay animation at the Annecy Film Festival.
- The studio announced a new Pokémon series and a Lego short film collaboration.
- Co-founders Peter Lord, David Sproxton, and Nick Park participated in a panel at the event.
- Aardman also revealed plans for the Aardman Academy as part of its future initiatives.
- The event showcased the studio's ongoing commitment to innovation in animation.
At the Annecy Animation Film Festival, Aardman Animation Studios revealed upcoming projects and reflected on its 50-year legacy in clay animation. The studio's co-founders, Peter Lord, David Sproxton, and Nick Park, shared insights during a panel at the festival's main venue, Bonlieu. Among the new projects teased was a new Pokémon series and a short film in collaboration with Lego. The event highlighted Aardman's continued innovation and its plans for future creative ventures, including the Aardman Academy.
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