It’s been a rough year forNetflixanimation. Despite the streaming service excelling at original animated content, and savingNimonafrom limbo, they’ve come under heavy criticism for canceling multiple projects at once and laying off employees. This doesn’t mean they’re not still bringing out content, however.In wake of the rough news, the streaming service has released a sizzle reel featuring sneak peeks of new and upcoming animated shows. The show reel, which can be viewed below, also features some highly anticipated stuff! While some shows featured have already premiered, such asGreen Eggs and Ham: The Second Serving,Battle Kitty, andThe Cuphead Show!, we also get first looks at some brand new projects!
Kung Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight
WhileKung Fu Pandahas had shows in the past,The Dragon Knightseems to promise some new and unique stuff to the world of awesomeness! The series will have Jack Black reprising his role as the lovable Po as he heads off on a new adventure. The official synopsis can be read below.
When a mysterious pair of weasels set their sights on a collection of four powerful weapons, Po must leave his home to embark on a globe-trotting quest for redemption and justice that finds him partnered up with a no-nonsense English knight named Wandering Blade. Together, these two mismatched warriors set out on an epic adventure to find the magical weapons first and save the world from destruction and they may even learn a thing or two from each other along the way.
Adding more laughs and adventure isMy Dad the Bounty Hunter, created by Everett Downing (Hair Love) and Patrick Harpin (Clarence). The series starsRussell Hornsby, Yvonne Orji, Priah Ferguson, Yvette Nichole Brown, JeCobi Swain,Leslie Uggams,Rob RiggleandJim Rash. The official IMDB describes the show as such.
The action-comedy series follows the toughest bounty hunter in all the galaxy, a man with razor sharp skills but also a secret - his family on Earth has no idea what he does for a living. So when his two kids accidentally hitch a ride into outer space and crash his latest mission, they discover that their average Dad’s job is anything but boring. Dodging dangerous aliens and laser fights galore, this family bonding time goes to the extreme. Wait until mom finds out.
Sonic Prime
While the finer details of this show are kept under wraps for now, the highly anticipated return of everyone’s favorite hedgehog looks new and sleeker than ever. The show was initially announced inFebruaryearlier this year. Netflix stated in a press release that the show will be 24 episodes and will be for all ages, from kids to long-time fans.
While the plot is still very much in the dark,Netflix has statedthatSonic Primewill be on a “high-octane adventure where the fate of a strange new multiverse rests on his gloved hands.” The story will also feature themes of self-discovery and redemption. Deven Mack has been announced as the voice of the hedgehog himself and has shared his excitement to his personal Twitter!
This is only a small pinch of what Netflix has in store for 2022. While the streaming service has been slimming down its list of in-progress projects, much to the disappointment of fans and crews alike, it’s important to remember that they’re not getting rid of their content and animation all together. Netflix has been in steep competition with streaming services such as Disney+ and HBO Max, but they’re not down for the count yet. Fans of animation will want to keep their eyes on Netflix as they continue to push forward.
