By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Independent animation studio ZAG has partnered with Cross Creek Pictures to produce the animated musical Melody. Melody will be created and directed by Jeremy Zag and Julian Zag. Zag will… . . . read more
Hasbro Inc Acquires the Digital RPG Toolset and Game Companion, D&D Beyond
May 23, 2022
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hasbro, Inc. has announced the completion of its licensing acquisition of D&D Beyond from Fandom, Inc. D&D Beyond is the massively popular digital RPG toolset and game companion to the… . . . read more
COMICS & FILM
Genius Brands Signs Long-Term Deal with Marvel Studios to License the Likeness of Stan Lee
May 23, 2022
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Stan Lee Universe has signed a 20-year deal to license the name and likeness of Stan Lee to Marvel Studios and Disney for global use in media and experiences. Stan… . . . read more
AUTOMOTIVE TOYS
Flybar, Inc. Announces New Licensing Deal with Hoonigan Industries
May 23, 2022
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Flybar, Inc. has announced a licensing agreement with Hoonigan Industries to produce a line of automotive toys and outdoor products. The upcoming consumer products line will include radio control vehicles,… . . . read more
Universal Music Centralizes Rosters for Bravado and Epic Rights
May 20, 2022
Bravado, Universal Music Group has announced the centralization of both Bravado and Epic Rights licensing rosters. Bravado acquired Epic Rights in 2019 and the new structure includes the expanded purview of Epic Rights’ SVP Global… . . . read more
Available Licenses: Black Angus and Gel Blaster Partner With Evolution USA
May 20, 2022
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Evolution USA is looking for licensing partners for new clients Gel Blaster Inc. and Black Angus Steakhouse. Gel Blaster and Evolution just entered into a representation agreement where… . . . read more
Anime Hit One Piece Marks 1,000 Episodes With New Licensing Deals
May 19, 2022
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Just a week away from this month’s Licensing Expo 2022, renowned animation studio Toei Animation Inc. has released the first-ever licensing report for its One Piece franchise. This report provides… . . . read more
Licensing Agencies: Miffy Finds New Representation With Rocket in UK
May 19, 2022
The popular children’s character Miffy has hired Rocket Licensing, after its former agency in the UK shut down. Mercis, which holds the rights to the Miffy books and characters, says that after DRI Licensing’s decision… . . . read more
Joyin Partners With 8-Year-Old Sensation Like Nastya
May 18, 2022
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Joyin Inc., with the assistance of The Brand Liaison, has partnered with the YouTube star Like Nastya for an expansive consumer products line. The partnership, brokered by Like Nastya’s licensing… . . . read more
Who’s News: Paramount Consumer Products Taps Dan Cook As New Executive Hire
May 18, 2022
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Paramount Consumer Products has announced Dan Cook is joining the company as Senior Vice President of Global E-Commerce. Paramount Consumer Products oversees all licensing and merchandising for Paramount. Paramount is… . . . read more