Aardman Reveals New Projects and Celebrates 50 Years of Animation at Annecy

WHO:

Deadline - Aardman co-founders Peter Lord and David Sproxton, Executive Creative Director Sarah Cox

Variety - Aardman co-founders Peter Lord, David Sproxton, and director Nick Park

WHAT:

Deadline - Aardman announced the creation of the Aardman Academy, aimed at nurturing new talent in animation.

Deadline - Aardman celebrated its 50th anniversary at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival.

Variety - Aardman unveiled new projects including "Let’s Go Timmy!", "The (Almost) Untold Story of Danger Delilah," and details on "Pokémon Tales."

WHERE:

Deadline - The event took place at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival.

Variety - The main venue for the event was the lakeside Bonlieu in Annecy.

WHEN:

Variety - The Annecy Animation Film Festival opened on June 21.

WHY:

Deadline - The masterclass aimed to celebrate the studio’s 50 years of animation.

HOW:

Variety - The 90-minute talk included discussions about the studio's future projects and the impact of their 50 years in the animation industry.

Deadline - The celebration included a 90-minute talk featuring anecdotes and discussions about the present and future of Aardman.

(UPDATED June 22, 2026 14:54 UTC)

Aardman has officially announced the creation of the Aardman Academy, which is designed to nurture new talent in animation. During a 90-minute talk, the studio discussed its future projects and reflected on the impact of its 50 years in the animation industry. This initiative marks a significant step in fostering the next generation of animators.

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(UPDATED June 22, 2026 03:36 UTC)

Aardman celebrated its 50th anniversary at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, where co-founders Peter Lord and David Sproxton, along with director Nick Park, participated in a masterclass. The event, held at the lakeside Bonlieu in Annecy, featured a 90-minute talk filled with anecdotes and discussions about the studio's past and future, while also unveiling new projects like "Let’s Go Timmy!" and "The (Almost) Untold Story of Danger Delilah." The festival opened on June 21, marking a significant milestone for the beloved animation studio.