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Animation companies in Malaysia made a decisive international breakthrough at Annecy-MIFA 2026: the country’s first-ever delegation, comprising 11 companies, secured RM249.2 million in deals — nearly two and a half times its RM100 million target. WAU Animation’s “Ejen Ali,” which grossed more than RM30 million theatrically in 2019, has since expanded to Tencent Video in China and a Disney+ co-production deal for its third season.
This directory lists verified animation companies headquartered in Malaysia, sourced live from Vitrina’s global entertainment company database. Use the filters to narrow by service type and studio size, then connect directly with studio contacts through Vitrina’s B2B platform. For Les’ Copaque and Animonsta Studios, see our dedicated South East Asia directory.
- 1Malaysia’s first-ever Annecy/MIFA 2026 delegation (11 companies) secured RM249.2 million in deals, beating its RM100M target
- 2WAU Animation’s “Ejen Ali” (founded 2013, ex-Les’ Copaque team) secured a Disney+ Season 3 co-production deal following its 2019 theatrical run
- 3Silver Ant (founded 1999) merged with Japan’s Polygon Pictures in 2022, becoming Polygon Pictures Malaysia
- 4Lemon Sky Studios (450+ artists) provides game-art outsourcing for titles including “Final Fantasy VII Remake” and “Marvel’s Spider-Man”
- 5Malaysia Digital status offers a 15% reduced tax rate on IP income for five years, or an Investment Tax Allowance of 30-60% of capex
Quick Answer
Top animation companies in Malaysia include WAU Animation (“Ejen Ali,” Disney+ deal), Silver Ant/Polygon Pictures Malaysia, Lemon Sky Studios (game-art outsourcing), and Giggle Garage Animations, alongside Les’ Copaque and Animonsta Studios (see our South East Asia directory). Malaysia’s 2026 Annecy breakthrough signals genuine international momentum. Use the directory below to filter by service type and connect directly with studios.
Malaysia: An Annecy Breakthrough Year
Malaysia’s animation sector spans original IP, game-art outsourcing, and children’s content, with 2026 marking a genuine inflection point internationally. WAU Animation, founded in Cyberjaya in 2013 by former Les’ Copaque staff, built “Ejen Ali” into a franchise that grossed more than RM30 million theatrically in 2019, expanded to Tencent Video in China the following year, and secured a Disney+ co-production deal for its third season. Silver Ant, one of Malaysia’s oldest studios at founded-1999, merged with Japan’s Polygon Pictures in 2022 to become Polygon Pictures Malaysia, while Lemon Sky Studios has built a 450-artist game-art outsourcing practice serving titles like “Final Fantasy VII Remake” and “Marvel’s Spider-Man.”
Key Stat
Malaysia’s first-ever national delegation to Annecy/MIFA 2026 — 11 companies — secured RM249.2 million in deals, nearly 2.5 times its RM100 million target.
Top Animation Companies in Malaysia — Full Directory
The companies below are verified animation studios headquartered in Malaysia, sourced live from Vitrina’s global entertainment company database. Filter by service specialty and studio size. Click any company card to view the full profile, contact details, and past production credits.
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Lemon Sky Studios
Polygon Pictures Malaysia
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Malaysia Digital Status & Incentives
Malaysia Digital (rebranded from MSC Malaysia in July 2022, with the location requirement removed) covers animation, games and digital film under its Creative Media and Content framework. New Investment/Expansion incentives launched May 31, 2024 offer a choice of structures:
| Incentive Structure | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Reduced tax rate | 15% on qualifying IP income, for 5 years |
| Investment Tax Allowance | 30–60% of capital expenditure |
Additional MDEC grants launched April 2025 include RM3.5M for a Digital Games Testbed and RM1.2M for an Animation Shorts Challenge (12 recipients).
How to Choose a Malaysian Animation Partner
WAU Animation’s Disney+ deal makes it a strong reference point for original-IP co-production, while Lemon Sky and Polygon Pictures Malaysia (formerly Silver Ant) suit game-art and VFX outsourcing at scale given their AAA client rosters. Confirm Malaysia Digital status eligibility early if IP income tax treatment is part of the deal structure, since the framework’s benefits are contingent on that registration.
Conclusion
Animation companies in Malaysia enter 2026 with genuine international momentum — from WAU Animation’s Disney+ deal to a record-breaking Annecy debut for the country as a whole. For international buyers, Malaysia now offers a credible mix of original IP, game-art outsourcing scale, and improving government incentive support.
Use the directory above to explore verified options, compare credits, and connect directly — no intermediaries required.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top animation companies in Malaysia?
Leading animation companies in Malaysia include WAU Animation (“Ejen Ali”), Silver Ant/Polygon Pictures Malaysia, Lemon Sky Studios, and Giggle Garage Animations.
How did Malaysia perform at Annecy 2026?
Malaysia’s first-ever national delegation to Annecy/MIFA 2026, comprising 11 companies, secured RM249.2 million in deals, far exceeding its RM100 million target.
What incentives does Malaysia Digital status offer animation companies?
Malaysia Digital status offers a choice of a 15% reduced tax rate on qualifying IP income for five years, or an Investment Tax Allowance of 30-60% of capital expenditure.
Vitrina Intelligence
Malaysia Animation Market Research · B2B M&E Data Platform
Updated Jul 2026
This directory was compiled by Vitrina’s APAC M&E intelligence team, drawing on MDEC, The Vibes, Vulcan Post, and direct studio and production credit records.
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