Dreamworks Animation’sRuby Gillman, Teenage Krakenis set to premiere at this year’s Annecy International Animation Film Festival, according to a report fromThe Hollywood Reporter. With the festival set to run between June 11 to June 17, the premiere will also feature a discussion by directorKirk DeMicco(The Croods) about the behind-the-scenes production of the film alongside co-director Faryn Pearl and producer Kelly Cooney Cilella.
StarringLana Condoras the titular character, the film centers onRuby Gillman, a shy teenager who realizes she comes from a family of sea krakens. The film features the additional voice talents ofToni Collette,Annie Murphy,Sam Richardson,Colman Domingo,Jaboukie Young-White,Liza Koshy, andJane Fonda. With a unique premise that echoes other recent animated films, such asLuca,Ruby Gillman, Teenage Krakencould be another fun energetic entry in Dreamworks' growing catalog when it makes its debut at Annecy.
In addition to the premiere of the upcoming animated film, Dreamworks Animation will also be utilizing the opportunity to reveal a work-in-progress look atTrolls Band Together, which is currently slated to be released in theaters on November 17. The presentation will be showcased by directorsWalt DohrnandTim Heitzalongside producerGina Shay. Outside their upcoming animated slate, Dreamworks will also be hosting an outdoor-held screening of last year’s animated hitPuss in Boots: The Last Wish, which previously earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Animated Feature.
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Dreamworks Animation Heads Towards a New Direction
Following the release ofPuss in Boots: The Last Wishlast December, which achievedcritical acclaimfor its 2D/3D hybrid animation style, Dreamworks Animation appears to be heading towards a new era of films. In addition to the eventual releases ofRuby Gillman, Teenage KrakenandTrolls Band Together, Dreamworks Animation will also be returning to one of their most beloved franchises with the release ofKung Fu Panda 4, which is expected to hit theaters on June 17, 2025. Additionally, in a first for the company,How to Train Your Dragonwill receive a live-action remake, currently slated to be released on August 22, 2025. Additional details on the aforementioned productions are likely to be revealed as they draw closer to their respective release dates,
Following its premiere at Annecy,Ruby Gillman, Teenage Krakenis set to be released in theaters on June 30. Check out the official trailer for the upcoming animated film below.
