live-action
adjective
live-ac·tion
ˈlīv-ˈak-shən 
variants
or less commonly live action
1
: of, relating to, or featuring cinematography that is not produced by animation
a live-action film
2
: done or performed live and usually in person
a live-action performance
live-action role-playing games
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The productions are being developed as AI-native projects, integrating generative AI, 3D/CG animation, VFX, and selective live-action elements through the company’s proprietary technology platform.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 20 Jan. 2026
The worlds of animation and live-action converge in this Oscar-winning visual feast.
—James Mercadante, Entertainment Weekly, 20 Jan. 2026
Underwood was regular performer in Nickelodeon’s All That, a live-action sketch comedy show created by Brian Robbins and Michael Tollin, which aired from 1994-2020.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 16 Jan. 2026
Sophie Turner In November 2024, it was announced that Game of Thrones star Turner was cast as Lara in the upcoming Prime Video live-action Tomb Raider series from Phoebe Waller-Bridge.
—Christopher Rudolph, PEOPLE, 16 Jan. 2026
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 20 Jan. 2026
The worlds of animation and live-action converge in this Oscar-winning visual feast.
—James Mercadante, Entertainment Weekly, 20 Jan. 2026
Underwood was regular performer in Nickelodeon’s All That, a live-action sketch comedy show created by Brian Robbins and Michael Tollin, which aired from 1994-2020.
—Denise Petski, Deadline, 16 Jan. 2026
Sophie Turner In November 2024, it was announced that Game of Thrones star Turner was cast as Lara in the upcoming Prime Video live-action Tomb Raider series from Phoebe Waller-Bridge.
—Christopher Rudolph, PEOPLE, 16 Jan. 2026
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“Live-action.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/live-action. Accessed 25 Jan. 2026.
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live-action
adjective
live-ac·tion
ˈlīv-ˈak-shən
1
: of, relating to, or featuring cinematography that is not produced by animation
2
: done or performed live and usually in person
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