EXCLUSIVE: Acclaimed animation artist Octavio Rodriguez – whose credit embrace Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, Ron’s Gone Wrong, Incredibles 2 and Coco – has signed to direct upcoming animated characteristic On the Edge.
The movie follows Donnie, a cynical however lovable Cuban solenodon, who takes on an outrageous mission: to keep away from extinction by rebranding himself as a panda – one of many world’s most beloved endangered species.
Alongside an eccentric band of equally ignored animals, Donnie’s wild journey evolves right into a heist-fueled, action-packed story of id, belonging, and survival.
Studio 100 Film, which is dealing with worldwide gross sales, shall be revealing a primary take a look at the Cannes Market for the movie, which is scheduled for supply by This autumn 2026.
“I want this film to push the boundaries of animation so our audience can fall in love with these endangered, quirky misfits. It’s a story for the underdog – about resilience, survival, and finding where we truly belong,” stated Rodriguez.
“As an Afro-Latino in the industry, I’ve always embraced the underdog spirit, and this film reflects that journey. Oh, and let’s not forget – there’s a high-stakes heist/kidnapping that kicks off Donnie’s mission and leads to unexpected growth and self- discovery.”
Balancing irreverent humor, heartfelt emotion, and kinetic motion, On the Edge will purpose to supply a family-friendly viewing expertise concerning themes of biodiversity and conservation, and likewise highlighting the truth that each species issues not simply the “cute and cuddly”.
Production companions are On The Edge Animation A.I.E., Able & Baker and affiliate Monkeys & Dinos, Telegael, Studio 100 International and On the Edge (The Organization).
Viva Pictures, a Los Angeles-based manufacturing studio and distributor, will oversee distribution in North America.