Definition
2013 in animation is a chronological overview of significant events, releases, award outcomes, and industry developments within the field of animation that occurred during the calendar year 2013.
Overview
The year 2013 was marked by the release of several high‑profile animated feature films, the debut of notable animated television series, and the continuation of evolving trends in both traditional and computer‑generated animation. Key occurrences included:
- Feature‑film releases – Major theatrical releases encompassed Frozen (Walt Disney Animation Studios), Despicable Me 2 (Illumination Entertainment), The Wind Rises (Studio Ghibli), Monsters University (Pixar Animation Studios), The Croods (DreamWorks Animation), Turbo (DreamWorks Animation), and The Secret World of Arrietty (Studio Ghibli).
- Television series debuts – New animated series that premiered in 2013 included Steven Universe (Cartoon Network), Adventure Time (continued its third season on Cartoon Network), and Gravity Falls (Disney Channel/Disney XD).
- Awards – At the 85th Academy Awards, Frozen won the Oscar for Best Animated Feature. The 67th British Academy Film Awards presented the BAFTA for Best Animated Film to The Wind Rises. The Annie Awards recognized Frozen with multiple wins, including Outstanding Achievement in Animated Feature Production.
- Industry trends – 2013 saw continued growth in the use of CGI for both feature‑film and television productions, alongside a resurgence of interest in hand‑drawn and hybrid techniques, particularly within Japanese animation (anime). The year also highlighted the increasing integration of streaming platforms as venues for original animated content.
Etymology/Origin
The phrase “2013 in animation” follows a standard naming convention used in encyclopedic documentation to denote a yearly summary of events within a specific domain. The construction combines the Gregorian calendar year (“2013”) with the subject area (“animation”) and the preposition “in” to indicate events occurring within that year.
Characteristics
Typical characteristics of a “year in animation” entry include:
- Chronological listing of releases, premieres, and notable industry milestones.
- Categorization of content by medium (e.g., theatrical films, television series, web series).
- Award summaries that identify major recognitions conferred during the year.
- Statistical highlights such as box‑office performance, viewership ratings, and critical reception where available.
- Contextual commentary on technological advancements, stylistic trends, and market shifts observed during the year.
Related Topics
- Animation
- 2013 in film
- 2013 in television
- List of animated feature films of 2013
- List of animated television series of 2013
- Academy Award for Best Animated Feature
- Annie Awards
- CGI (computer‑generated imagery) in animation
- Anime (Japanese animation)
Note: All information presented reflects widely documented releases and events; where precise data (e.g., exact box‑office totals) is not cited, it has been omitted to avoid speculation.