First look at "On The Edge" with Octavio Rodriguez - new director onboard

“ON THE EDGE” GETS A BOLD NEW VISION: OCTAVIO RODRIGUEZ JOINS AS DIRECTOR, STUDIO 100 FILM REVEALS FIRST LOOK

The upcoming animated feature “On the Edge” is boldly redefining its creative vision with the addition of acclaimed director Octavio Rodriguez (“Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse”, “Ron’s Gone Wrong”, “Incredibles 2”, “Coco”).

Director Octavio Rodriguez brings personal resonance and passion to the film. He shares: “I want this film to push the boundaries of animation so our audience can fall in love with these endangered, quirky misfits. It’s a story for the underdog – about resilience, survival, and finding where we truly belong. As an Afro-Latino in the industry, I’ve always embraced the underdog spirit, and this film reflects that journey. Oh, and let’s not forget – there’s a high-stakes heist/kidnapping that kicks off Donnie’s mission and leads to unexpected growth and self-discovery.”

The film follows Donnie, a cynical but lovable Cuban solenodon, who takes on an outrageous mission: to avoid extinction by rebranding himself as a panda – one of the world's most beloved endangered species. Alongside an eccentric band of equally overlooked animals, Donnie's wild journey evolves into a heist-fueled, action-packed tale of identity, belonging, and survival. 

Balancing irreverent humor, heartfelt emotion, and kinetic action, “On the Edge” offers a family-friendly viewing experience that entertains while naturally sparking curiosity about biodiversity and conservation. The story challenges the idea that only the “cute and cuddly” are worth saving – celebrating nature’s quirky, lesser-known misfits and highlighting that every species matters.

Studio 100 Film, who manages worldwide sales, will present the first look at the new creative direction at Marché du Film at its office apartment: 6B2 in Résidence Le Gray d’Albion, 32 bis Rue des Serbes, Cannes. “On the Edge” is planned for delivery by Q4 2026, targeting children and family audiences worldwide.

Production partners: On The Edge Animation A.I.E., Able & Baker and affiliate Monkeys & Dinos, Telegael, Studio 100 International and On the Edge (The Organization).

Studio 100 Film is handling world sales rights. Viva Pictures, a Los Angeles-based production studio and distributor, will oversee distribution in North America.

About Studio 100 Film

Studio 100 Film is an independent sales agency for exceptional family movies. Based in Munich, the company is a subsidiary of Studio 100 International. With more than 10 years of experience, Studio 100 Film has successfully marketed and sold animation feature films such as “Giants of La Mancha”, the “Maya the Bee” trilogy, “Mia and me – The Hero of Centopia” and numerous other Studio 100 International titles. In addition, it also acts as a sales agency for selected third-party films such as, most recently, “200% Wolf”, “North”, and “Miss Moxy”. Studio 100 Film’s focus is on representing a well-selected portfolio of films globally with the recognition they deserve.

www.studio100film.com

About Able & Baker

Able & Baker is a leading animation studio based in Spain. For more than a decade, it has been at the forefront of 3D animation and entertainment content, establishing itself as a hub of creativity and a pioneer within the Spanish animation industry. The studio focuses on two core areas: delivering high-quality vendor services for a wide range of animation projects and developing original intellectual properties, driven by a commitment to innovation and excellence.

About Monkeys & Dinos

Independent Spanish animation powerhouses Ánima Kitchent and Able & Baker have teamed up for Monkeys & Dinos, a cutting-edge animation service studio based in the Canary Islands. Building on a history of successful collaborations Ánima Kitchent and Able & Baker are combining their decades of industry experience to establish a premier animation studio focused on delivering world-class animation. The decision to join forces in forming Monkeys & Dinos reflects their shared vision and commitment to creating and delivering premium animated content and developing original IPs that will resonate with global audiences.

About Telegael

Established in 1988, multi-Emmy award winning Telegael is one of Ireland’s leading film and animation studios producing live action and animated content for the international television market and for worldwide cinema release. With studios in An Spidéal, and Baile na hAbhann, Galway, Telegael has coproduced animated and live action series and feature films with partners in the US, France, UK, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, India, China, South Korea, Canada, Australia, Mexico and the Philippines. Telegael has won 5 IFTA Awards and was voted European Animation Investor of the Year by the delegates at the 2019 Cartoon Forum in Toulouse. Telegael has co-produced in excess of 1,200 hours of television programming, its projects have been distributed to over 160 countries and translated into more than 50 languages. Broadcaster partners and distributors include Disney, Lionsgate, Netflix, NBC Universal, KEW Media, BBC, Discovery, Amazon Prime, Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, ZDF, ARD, BetaFilm, RAI, Channel 5, KiKa, Acorn, France Television, Hulu, SuperRTL, HBO, ABC Australia, CBC Canada, Channel 7, Channel 9 and Channel 10 Australia, CCTV China, ITV, Channel 5 UK, RTÉ, TV3 and TG4. In 2007 Telegael acquired the Roger Corman film studios in Baile na hAbhann, Galway and later established Beochan which is Ireland’s only dedicated stop motion animation studio.

About Viva Pictures

Viva Pictures is a leading film production studio and distributor dedicated to delivering world-class family entertainment to global audiences. With a diverse portfolio of animated films and original films in production, Viva Pictures strives to captivate and engage viewers, fostering a love for storytelling and cinema for all ages. Recent successes include The Amazing Maurice, which Viva debuted at the Sundance Film Festival before its wide theatrical release, Night of the Zoopocalypse, which debuted in the Top 10 with a fresh rating from Rotten Tomatoes and HITPIG, which played on over 2,000 screens nationwide. In addition, Viva Pictures has an interest in the 2D/3D animation studio 3Doubles Producciones and continues to develop a slate of new productions. Viva Pictures also owns Kidsflix, a kid-safe, parent-friendly FAST channel and destination to stream free movies and TV series. Kidsflix is available on iTunes, Google Play, Roku, and major TV brands worldwide. 

For more information, visit vivafilmco.com.

About On the Edge (The Organization)

On the Edge is a media and conservation organization on a mission to disrupt the narrative around nature. By integrating nature into popular culture entertainment, we aim to redefine how people see, feel, and ultimately behave toward it. All profits earned by On the Edge go directly toward conserving overlooked species and habitats worldwide.