Gkids has acquired all US rights to Julian, the new feature directed by Louise Bagnall and executive produced by Zoe Saldaña. The animated feature is produced by Cartoon Saloon, Melusine Studios, Aircraft Pictures and Sun Creature. Gkids will release Julián in theaters in the United States beginning March 26, 2027. The film will be released […]
Gkids Acquires U.S. Rights to Cartoon Saloon’s Animated Film ‘Julián,’ Directed by Louise Bagnall and Executive Produced by Zoe Saldaña (EXCLUSIVE)

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