After months of rumors, J. Michael Straczynski has officially announced on Twitter that a Babylon 5 animated movie, produced by Warner Brothers Animation, is in the works. This announcement sparks hope for the anticipated Babylon 5 reimagined live-action series later this year!
Babylon 5 Animated Movie
Details about the animated movie have been kept under wraps, but J. Michael Straczynski promises more information on the title, release date, and other project details soon. The movie is connected to the original series and features voice acting from surviving original cast members, including Bruce Boxleitner.
The movie is a one-off and follows successful animated series like Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Star Wars Rebels, The Bad Batch, and Star Trek: Prodigy.
BABYLON 5 ANIMATED MOVIE coming from Warner Bros. Animation & WB Home Entertainment! Classic B5: raucous, heartfelt, nonstop, a ton of fun through time and space & a love letter to the fans. Movie title, release date and other details coming one week from today. #B5AnimatedMovie pic.twitter.com/5ylImI65mm
— J. Michael Straczynski (@straczynski) May 3, 2023
When will Babylon 5 animated movie come out?
- Although there are no specific dates for the movie just yet, Straczynski surprised fans with the news that the Babylon 5 animated movie is already completed and set to be released soon. Full release details will be unveiled by Warner Brothers next week.
- Fans are also eager to know which platform will stream the animated movie. The chosen platform could hint at where the reimagined live-action series will land, so always keep your eyes peeled. Speculations suggest that it could be on CW, Max, or Apple.
Questions remain on whether the movie will cater to long-time fans or take a more kid-friendly approach.
And just to be clear, this brand new original animated movie is already finished and in the can. So it's 100% real, happening, and coming out very soon.
— J. Michael Straczynski (@straczynski) May 3, 2023
Warner Brothers Animation’s Track Record
Warner Brothers Animation has a history of producing exceptional animated projects, especially with the DC Universe over the last 20 years. Fans expect the Babylon 5 animated movie to be a worthy addition to the franchise.
Babylon 5 Animated Movie Voice Actors
- Straczynski confirmed that a significant number of surviving Babylon 5 cast members were involved in the project, including Bruce Boxleitner.
- Boxleitner described the movie as “fun, deep, emotional, and classic B5” and shared an anecdote about Boxleitner’s positive reaction to the movie.
Here's a story that may best illustrate why I'm so happy about how the #B5AnimatedMovie came out and what fans have to look forward to. A few weeks ago, I and @boxleitnerbruce met to do an audio commentary for the movie. Bruce had not yet seen the movie, only snippets a few —
— J. Michael Straczynski (@straczynski) May 4, 2023
The animated movie’s performance could influence the likelihood of the Babylon 5 reboot series coming to fruition. Fans eagerly await more news on the Babylon 5 animated movie and the potential live-action reboot.
What is Babylon 5 about?
J. Michael Straczynski’s science fiction series Babylon 5 ran on television from 1994 to 1998. Babylon 5 is the name of the space station at the center of this drama, which takes place in the 23rd century. The station acts as a meeting place for representatives of Earth’s governing body, the Earth Alliance, and other extraterrestrial civilizations.
Diplomacy, politics, and war are key themes, but so are the protagonists’ internal conflicts. The show is particularly noteworthy for its depiction of different alien societies, each with its own rich history, intricate government, and unique philosophy.
Babylon 5: Noteworthy Awards and Nominations
- Hugo Awards:
- 1996: Best Dramatic Presentation for the episode “The Coming of Shadows”
- 1997: Best Dramatic Presentation for the episode “Severed Dreams”
- Emmy Awards:
- 1993: Outstanding Individual Achievement in Special Visual Effects for the pilot episode “The Gathering”
- 1994: Outstanding Individual Achievement in Hairstyling for a Series for the episode “The Geometry of Shadows”
- 1995: Outstanding Individual Achievement in Makeup for a Series for the episode “The Parliament of Dreams”
- Saturn Awards:
- 1998: Best Syndicated/Cable Television Series
- Space Frontier Foundation Award:
- 1994: Vision of the Future for the episode “A Voice in the Wilderness”
- International Monitor Award:
- 1995: Best Color Grading & Correction
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