By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter King Features Syndicate has announced expansion into new territories for its iconic comic characters, Popeye and Olive Oyl. Building upon its already successful global licensing program, King Features has signed several new agents to support growth in the new territories which include J&M Brands in Benelux, Wildbrain CPLG in the Middle … [Read more...] about Popeye Sails Into New Territories
Children's Shows
9 Story Media Group and Karma’s World Entertainment Expand Licensing Program
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter 9 Story Media Group and Karma’s World Entertainment have announced the accelerated growth of their licensing program for the animated property Karma’s World. The new deals were secured by 9 Story Brands, which is the consumer products and brand management division of 9 Story Media Group. 9 Story Brands is known for building international … [Read more...] about 9 Story Media Group and Karma’s World Entertainment Expand Licensing Program
ZAG to Unveil the New Animated Musical ‘Melody’ at Licensing Expo 2022
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. ZAG will debut the film to potential licensing partners at the 2022 Licensing Expo this week in Las Vegas Cross Creek Pictures is an award-winning, independent production studio. … [Read more...] about ZAG to Unveil the New Animated Musical ‘Melody’ at Licensing Expo 2022
Wildbrain Acquires Rights to Three HarperCollins Brands
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter WildBrain CPLG has expanded its entertainment portfolio with the signing of licensing rights for a trio of HarperCollins Productions' properties. The licensed properties that WildBrain has acquired the rights to include Carmen Sandiego, The Oregon Trail, and Pretzel and the Puppies. Under the deal, the agency will build licensing programs … [Read more...] about Wildbrain Acquires Rights to Three HarperCollins Brands
Dino Ranch Lassos Licensing Deal With Toy Maker Simba Dickie
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Simba Dickie Group has signed a licensed consumer products deal with Boat Rocker Studios for the popular kid's series Dino Ranch The upcoming product range will feature the Big Bloxx Junior Building Construction set, which contains a minimum of 15 pieces, including exclusive figurines and accessories. Other highlights of the licensed … [Read more...] about Dino Ranch Lassos Licensing Deal With Toy Maker Simba Dickie
Interview: Shannon Spisak On How Dr. Seuss Maintains Its Powerful Brand
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Dr. Seuss is one of those properties that everyone knows instantly. We all read the ridiculously funny rhymes of Cat in the Hat or Green Eggs and Ham, and as parents, read Horton Hears a Who and the classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas to our own children. The author Theodor Seuss Geisel published more than 60 children's books over his … [Read more...] about Interview: Shannon Spisak On How Dr. Seuss Maintains Its Powerful Brand
Hit Series Gigantosaurus Appoints Master Toy Maker
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Cyber Group Studios has hired the boutique toy company United Smile as the new worldwide master toy licensee for its CGI-animated series, Gigantosaurus. In its new position, United Smile will develop and distribute a wide range of licensed Gigantosaurus toys, beginning with a debut range set to launch worldwide in spring 2023. “We are … [Read more...] about Hit Series Gigantosaurus Appoints Master Toy Maker
Mr Bean Bumbling Into The Metaverse With NFT Drop
Banijay is making its first foray into the metaverse with an NFT drop for the popular comic character Mr Bean. One of the largest global content producers, Banijay is working in collaboration with FOMO Lab, an IP specialist and metaverse architect that has become an early leader in the Web3 revolution. Owain Walbyoff, Chief Commercial Officer at Banijay, says the project will … [Read more...] about Mr Bean Bumbling Into The Metaverse With NFT Drop
BBC Signs Tycoon As Licensing Agent For Hit Show Bluey
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter BBC Studios has hired Tycoon to expand licensing for the hit children's show Bluey into South and Central America. Bluey, an Australian production about a Blue Heeler puppy and his family, has become a runaway global hit, with a significant licensing program. BBC Studios is now looking at a major expansion for retail and licensing … [Read more...] about BBC Signs Tycoon As Licensing Agent For Hit Show Bluey
Netflix Woes Just Beginning As It Loses Key Show Licenses
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Netflix faces an existential threat as it will soon lose the licenses for many of its most-viewed shows to rival streaming services. The streaming pioneer is rightly lauded for leading the way for the entire industry, with a business model that dismantled Blockbuster and posed the upstart streamer as a bona fide threat to traditional … [Read more...] about Netflix Woes Just Beginning As It Loses Key Show Licenses