In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor explore a wide range of animation and entertainment industry news, including:

The Simpsons, Family Guy, Bob’s Burgers, and American Dad each get renewed for four more seasons—an unprecedented move ensuring job security and a pipeline of adult animation through the end of the decade.

Marvel’s Thunderbolts debuts at #1 at the domestic box office with $76 million, signaling a possible rebound for the MCU.

Korean animated feature The King of Kings becomes the highest-grossing Korean film in U.S. history, surpassing Parasite.

Big City Greens celebrates its 100th episode with a special titled “One Hundred,” now streaming on Disney+.

Boop! The Musical and Disney’s Beauty and the Beast 30th Anniversary Tour – A look at how cartoon-based Broadway shows are faring in 2025 and what’s next for Disney Theatrical.

A heartfelt look at aging voice talent, with reflections on cast longevity for The Simpsons and how Disney once replaced Paul Winchell as Tigger.

Tune in for box office updates, Broadway insights, and thoughtful takes on how long-running franchises are managing the realities of time and talent.

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