Rodeo FX Acquires Mikros Animation Following Technicolor Shutdown

The orphaned studio was responsible for the animation for "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem" and the "Paw Patrol" films The post Rodeo FX Acquires Mikros Animation Following Technicolor Shutdown appeared first on TheWrap.

Mar 27, 2025 - 19:40

Rodeo FX Acquires Mikros Animation Following Technicolor Shutdown

Rodeo FX, whose credits include “Game of Thrones,” “Dune,” “Dune: Part Two” and the “Fantastic Beasts” movies, has acquired Mikros Animation, the studio behind “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem,” “Orion and the Dark” and “Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie.” Mikros was part of Technicolor, which closed its doors last month.

According to the official release, the acquisition includes “all of Mikros Animation’s operations, as well as Technicolor Canada’s equipment, as the studio’s activities are continuing uninterrupted following the recent shutdown of other entities of the Technicolor group.” When asked how many of the impacted employees would be brought over to Rodeo FX, the indication was a “vast majority” would be carried over.

“This is a deeply meaningful moment for me and for all of us at Rodeo FX,” said founder and CEO Sebastien Moreau. “Welcoming Mikros Animation into our creative family isn’t just about growth, it’s about aligning with people who share our values, our passion for storytelling and our belief in the magic of animation. Together, we’re building something that goes beyond business: a creative home where artists can dream bigger, push further and inspire the world.”

Other projects Mikros has contributed to include Netflix’s “Thelma the Unicorn” and Paramount’s “SpongeBob SquarePants: Sponge on the Run.” As the official press release states, “With nearly 300 hours of programming broadcast in over 180 countries on networks such as Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, TF1 and France TV, Mikros Animation has cemented itself as a leading force in the animation industry.”

Among the projects that they will likely tackle is next year’s “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem” sequel. They are already working on the third “Paw Patrol” movie, as well.

“Mikros Animation and Rodeo FX have always shared a mutual respect and admiration. This marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for us,” added Julien Meesters, newly appointed president of Mikros Animation. “Joining the Rodeo FX family opens new doors for us to explore broader animation horizons and to continually reinvent ourselves. Over the years, we’ve built incredible stories alongside our partners. Now, we’re embracing new challenges and evolving landscapes to ensure Mikros Animation remains a leading home for filmmakers.”

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