Wikimedia Commons/Animal Farm 2026 TV Andy Serkis' animated Animal Farm adaptation debuts to negative reviews, failing to capture Orwell's classic allegory despite a star voice cast. April 25, 2026 AceShowbiz - Animal Farm is the latest directorial project from Andy Serkis, known for his iconic roles in franchises like Planet of the Apes. This animated adaptation of George Orwell's 1945 novella has debuted to largely negative critical reception, despite its strong voice cast and a beloved source material that has long been regarded as a powerful allegory on authoritarianism and revolution.