Archive · 12 Aug 2025
Genndy Tartakovsky's 'Fixed' Arrives on Netflix After Long Journey
Imagine a movie about a dog named Bull who finds out he's getting a surgery.
He goes on one last crazy adventure with his friends before it happens.
This movie, called 'Fixed', is made by the person who did 'Hotel Transylvania'.
It took 16 years to get made, and it's for grown-ups.
The director first came up with the idea a long time ago, but it had a lot of ups and downs, including being dropped by one company.
Eventually, Netflix liked it and decided to release it.
The director also talks about how the animation world is changing with new technology like AI, which is affecting how movies are made.
Genndy Tartakovsky's R-rated animated comedy 'Fixed' is now available on Netflix after a long production journey.
The film follows a dog named Bull, who discovers he's going to be neutered and embarks on one last adventure with his friends.
Tartakovsky pitched the idea in 2008, but the project faced delays and was initially dropped by Warner Bros.
Netflix eventually picked up 'Fixed' after the director faced self-doubt due to initial rejections.
Tartakovsky reflects on the changing animation industry, including AI's impact and the challenges of R-rated animated films.
- Who
- Genndy Tartakovsky, director of 'Fixed'.
- What
- The R-rated animated comedy 'Fixed' is released on Netflix.
- When
- After a 16-year journey, the film is available this week.
- Where
- The film is available on Netflix.
- Why
- The film's journey reflects challenges in animation and the changing industry.
Industry Challenges
Artistic Innovation
R-Rated Animation
Industry Challenges
Animation features are still very much in the same format as Disney and Pixar films.
Artistic Innovation
Independent studios outside of the U.S. have developed the genre and are willing to produce adult animation.
AI and movie-making
Industry Challenges
AI is a tool and should be used for creativity.
Artistic Innovation
AI is a tool for anyone and might become a product rather than a creative idea.
- Director
- Genndy Tartakovsky
- Film Title
- Fixed
- Rating
- R
- Platform
- Netflix
- Initial Pitch Year
- 2008
- Previous Works
- Hotel Transylvania, Samurai Jack, Primal