Explaining The 'COVID-Proof' Animation Renaissance

The video discusses the growing popularity of adult animation, especially during the pandemic, highlighting a 22% increase in viewership. Streaming platforms like Netflix and Hulu are expanding their animation lineups, while HBO Max promotes its Studio Ghibli collection. Animation production continued during COVID-19 due to its adaptability to remote work. The demand for animated content surged, with many pitches and projects emerging as animation proved to be 'COVID-proof'.

What shows are mentioned as part of the adult animation renaissance?

• Adventure Time and Steven Universe

• South Park and BoJack Horseman

• Rick and Morty and My Hero Academia

• The Simpsons and Family Guy

By what percentage did the viewership of animation increase during the pandemic?

• 22%

• 30%

• 10%

• 15%

Which streaming service was Sony reportedly interested in acquiring?

• Amazon Prime Video

• Disney+

• Crunchyroll

• Funimation

What unique advantage did animation have during the COVID-19 pandemic?

• It required fewer resources

• It had a larger audience

• It could be produced remotely

• It was cheaper to produce

What did the Writers Guild of America remind its members about during the pandemic?

• The importance of live-action projects

• The growing interest in animated projects

• The need for more comedy shows

• The decline in animation demand