By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hasbro and Amazon have announced a collaborative Peppa Pig 20th anniversary partnership for a global Peppa’s Dance Party campaign.Prominently featuring Peppa's newest single, the Piggle Wiggle, Peppa’s Dance Party will deliver a wide range of live in-person events and virtual play experiences for preschoolers and families across the globe. The … [Read more...] about Hasbro and Amazon Host Peppa Pig Dance Party Campaign
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Miraculous Corp and Nex Develop Miraculous Ladybug: Paris Dash Video Game
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Miraculous Corp has partnered with the interactive technology company Nex to develop a high-tech runner game for the Miraculous franchise. Based on the animated TV series from Zag Studios, the Miraculous Ladybug: Paris Dash game uses proprietary motion-tracking AI tech developed by Nex that uses the players natural body movements to drive the … [Read more...] about Miraculous Corp and Nex Develop Miraculous Ladybug: Paris Dash Video Game
Care Bears and Universal Monsters Launch Frighteningly Cute Collaboration
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Universal Monsters, Cloudco Entertainment and UP&E have launched a partnership that combines Care Bears with licensed characters from Universal's classic horror franchises. The licensed monster mash-up will include a wide range of releases such as apparel, beauty, stationery, Funko Pop! figures, home décor, collectibles, plush, health care … [Read more...] about Care Bears and Universal Monsters Launch Frighteningly Cute Collaboration
Hello Kitty Treat Launches at Van Leeuwen for National Ice Cream Day
By TLL Staff Sanrio and Van Leeuwen Ice Cream have partnered to introduce a Hello Kitty 50th anniversary flavor for National Ice Cream Day. The limited-edition Hello Kitty flavor, titled Yummy Berry White Chocolate Truffle, is a blend of white chocolate ice cream with chunks of truffle brownies and swirls of raspberry jam that are made to resemble Hello Kitty’s signature red … [Read more...] about Hello Kitty Treat Launches at Van Leeuwen for National Ice Cream Day
Kartoon Studios Says Expansion Plan Paying Off in 2024
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Kartoon Studios' gamble on growth has paid off, as the company says it is achieving its goal of becoming "Netflix for kids." The studio says viewership has increased dramatically at the same time the flagship asset Kartoon Channel! is enjoying increased profitability. Typically, most streaming platforms have struggled to attain … [Read more...] about Kartoon Studios Says Expansion Plan Paying Off in 2024
Miraculous Expands Licensing Program in the Middle East and Africa
By TLL Staff Miraculous Corp has announced multiple activations across the Middle East, Turkey, Africa and India for the Miraculous franchise. The new Miraculous licensing activations in the Middle East and Africa was launched in response to a significant increase in viewership throughout the regions. The activations span a range of categories including live events, … [Read more...] about Miraculous Expands Licensing Program in the Middle East and Africa
Bulldog Secures New Sesame Street Licensing Deals in the UK
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Bulldog Licensing has secured two new UK-based licensing deals for Sesame Street with Heathside Trading and OddBalls. Heathside Trading is a collectibles and gifting company that produces a wide variety of licensed products such as branded toys, games, collectibles, drinkware, accessories and novelty items. In an agreement brokered on behalf of … [Read more...] about Bulldog Secures New Sesame Street Licensing Deals in the UK
Sesame Street Gives The Gift of Giggles
By TLL Staff On International Joke Day, Sesame Street kicked off its Gift of Giggles campaign to share smiles, humor, and joy across the globe. The Gift of Giggles campaign is part of Sesame Workshop’s ongoing initiative to support emotional well-being and mental health awareness for young children and their families. “With its signature mix of laughter and learning, … [Read more...] about Sesame Street Gives The Gift of Giggles
Kartoon Studios Launching Its Own Winnie-The-Pooh Franchise
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Move over Disney; the animation house Kartoon Studios is launching its own franchise for the A.A. Milne classic Winnie-The-Pooh. Today, the global studio announced new funding and critical new hires for the franchise, saying licensing and consumer products will be a major aspect of the program. The rights to the Winnie-The-Pooh … [Read more...] about Kartoon Studios Launching Its Own Winnie-The-Pooh Franchise
Toonz and Angel Studios Team Up On Anime Series
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The global studio Toonz Media Group has joined with Angel Studios to distribute 'Gabriel and the Guardians', a series based on the Dead Sea Scrolls The epic fantasy series follows Gabriel, a Celestial Guardian tasked with protecting the Tree Eternal as he remains steadfast in his purpose while even his closest companions falter. He … [Read more...] about Toonz and Angel Studios Team Up On Anime Series