In the summer time of 2021, Netflix struck a brand new take care of Universal’s two animation studios (Dreamworks and Illumination) to obtain all new films launched theatrically to return to Netflix within the US for a restricted time. Below is your full information to what films can be found now and that are on the best way to Netflix in 2023 and past.
Please be aware: this checklist solely applies to Netflix US. Other areas’ offers will fluctuate dramatically.
The deal was introduced in July 2021 and isn’t the primary time Netflix has had entry to Universal Animation titles. It’s held the primary window rights for Illumination titles for years however misplaced the Dreamworks deal in 2019.
How does the Universal Animation and Netflix Deal work?
Previously, Netflix’s pay-1 home windows are 18 months in size, and whereas that’s the case for Universal Animated films, Netflix received’t have the films for the whole size.
Instead, Netflix will occupy the center ten months of the 18 months.
The theatrical window was introduced in December 2021 to have been decreased from 120 days to 45 days however in actuality, most films which have come to Netflix have been 70 days in size.
Here’s how that window appears:
Universal Animation Pay-1 Window Visualized
Once this pay-1 window is up, it’s unclear the place the film will stream. However, Netflix will stream the films once more 4 years after its preliminary launch window.
Illumination Movies Coming Soon to Netflix
Minions: The Rise of Gru
Theatrical Release Date: July 1st, 2022
Confirmed Netflix Release Date: January twenty third, 2023
After three Despicable Me films and a spin-off Minions film, the franchise will return 5 years after the third entry debuted in theaters.
Here’s what you’ll be able to anticipate from the upcoming sequel:
“A fanboy of a supervillain supergroup known as the Vicious 6, Gru hatches a plan to become evil enough to join them, with the backup of his followers, the Minions.”
Steve Carell will return to voice Gru with Kyle Balda directing.
The Super Mario Bros. Movie
Theatrical Release Date: April seventh, 2023
Expected Netflix Release Date: ~ October 2023
Netflix reportedly misplaced the power to provide a title throughout the Nintendo universe (we’re referring to The Legend of Zelda). However, Illumination’s Mario film continues to be transferring ahead, with Chris Pratt set to voice the primary character.
The film was initially scheduled for December 2022 however is now set to launch in April 2023, and it’s probably the most hotly anticipated films in 2023.
Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic direct with Matt Fogel behind the screenplay.
Alongside Pratt on the voice forged checklist contains Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day, Jack Black, and Keegan-Michael Key.
Migration
Theatrical Release Date: December twenty second, 2023
Netflix Release Date: June 2024
Not an excessive amount of is thought about this upcoming Illumination title directed by Benjamin Renner aside from the logline, which is as follows:
“A modern-day comedy following a family of ducks who convince their over-protective father to go on the vacation of a lifetime as they attempt to migrate from New England, through New York City, and ultimately down to the Bahamas.”
Keegan-Michael Key has been forged as Delroy, a scarlet macaw.
Despicable Me 4
Theatrical Release Date: July third, 2024
Netflix Release Date: ~December 2024
A fourth Despicable Me film is reportedly in growth however not but absolutely confirmed. With no additional info, making any predictions is simply too early.
Some Illumination films in growth however but to be dated are:
- Big Tree
- The Secret Life of Pets 3
- Untitled Pharrell Williams Movie
Upcoming Dreamworks Movies Coming to Netflix
The Bad Guys Christmas Special
Theatrical Release Date: April twenty second, 2022
Picture: DreamWorks
The fundamental film for The Bad Guys was the primary main new title from this deal to hit Netflix in November 2022.
Shortly after its addition to Netflix, we realized that Netflix (possible globally) will likely be receiving a Christmas particular completely in 2023.
The film itself was an adaptation of the ebook sequence and is about Mr. Wolf, Mr. Snake, Mr. Piranha, Ms. Shark, and Ms. Tarantula hatching a plot to tug off an enormous heist.
Among the voices in The Bad Guys are Sam Rockwell, Awkwafina, Anthony Ramos, Zazie Beetz, Marc Maron and Craig Robinson.
Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
Theatrical Release Date: December twenty first, 2022
Expected Netflix Release Date: ~June 2023
Picture: DreamWorks Animation
The second standalone Puss in Boots film will see Antonio Banderas return to voice the character first launched in Shrek.
Here’s the logline for the brand new film:
“Puss in Boots discovers that his passion for adventure has taken its toll: He has burned through eight of his nine lives, leaving him with only one life left. Puss sets out on an epic journey to find the mythical Last Wish and restore his nine lives.”
Trolls 3
Theatrical Release Date: November seventeenth, 2023
Expected Netflix Release Date: ~May 2024
Following the discharge of Trolls World Tour in 2020, there’ll be one more entry within the franchise come to the top of 2023.
Other Dreamworks Animation Movies Reportedly in Development
Sadly, Dreamworks Animations’ lineup past these three titles isn’t but finalized. We do know there’s an untitled movie set to launch in April 2023.
The following films are additionally reportedly in growth at DreamWorks Animation:
- Dog Man
- Kung Fu Panda 4
- Mice and Mystics
- Ronan Boyle and the Bridge of Riddles
- Shrek 5
- Spooky Jack
- Sputnik’s Guide to Life on Earth
- The Wizards of Once
- The Boss Baby 3
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