Animation Tom And Jerry ((better)): Moviecon

The presence of Hanna-Barbera’s legendary cat-and-mouse team at this year’s Moviecon Animation wasn't just a nostalgia trip. It was a masterclass in why slapstick survives, how silent comedy translates to modern 4DX theaters, and why a 1940s cartoon cat getting an anvil dropped on his head still makes audiences roar.

— Every year, the global animation community converges for Moviecon Animation , the premier industry event that bridges the gap between classic cell-shaded nostalgia and cutting-edge CGI. While 2025’s panels featured deep dives into AI-assisted rigging and the future of anime distribution, one beloved, whisker-twitching duo stole the entire show: Tom and Jerry . moviecon animation tom and jerry

By James Fletcher, Senior Animation Correspondent While 2025’s panels featured deep dives into AI-assisted

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reminded us that we don't outgrow Tom and Jerry. We just upgrade the screens they break.