By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Moonbug Entertainment has just appointed gaming and entertainment veteran Ashley Maidy as Managing Director of Consumer Products. The studio, owned by Candle Media, has produced some of the biggest kids’ entertainment brands in the world, including its megahits CoComelon and Blippi. Both of those franchises boast successful and growing … [Read more...] about Moonbug Appoints New MD of Consumer Products
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Mediawan and ZAG Partner on New ‘Miraculous Corp’
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Mediawan and Zag have created a new, offshoot company to manage and expand their highly successful Miraculous franchise. Called Miraculous Corp, the company is a joint venture between ZAG and Mediawan, designed to fuel an expansion of the brand's superhero universe. "This groundbreaking joint-venture between Mediawan and ZAG reunites all … [Read more...] about Mediawan and ZAG Partner on New ‘Miraculous Corp’
Sesame Workshop Launches New Resources For Mental Health Awareness Month
By TLL Staff Sesame Workshop has launched a new online expansion for the current Mental Health Awareness Month featuring official Sesame Street characters. The new bilingual resources include six videos, a digital storybook and three animated videos that focus on addressing children's mental and physical health. “The mental health crisis we’re facing today is top of mind for … [Read more...] about Sesame Workshop Launches New Resources For Mental Health Awareness Month
Viral YouTube Hit Super Simple Songs at Licensing Expo
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Pretty much anyone in licensing can tell you that YouTube has spawned some of the most successful brands in the world. Whether it’s MrBeast, the kids’ show Cocomelon, Baby Shark or Ryan’s World, YouTube streamers aren’t just attracting eyeballs—they’re attracting lucrative and mutually beneficial licensing … [Read more...] about Viral YouTube Hit Super Simple Songs at Licensing Expo
New Series Based on Angry Birds to Air on Amazon MGM Studios
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Rovio Entertainment is launching an original animated series called Angry Birds Mystery Island in partnership with Amazon Kids+ and Prime Video. Featuring new licensed characters from Rovio Entertainment's Angry Birds gaming franchise, the upcoming animated series will follow three hatchlings and a piglet called Buddy, Mia, Rosie and Hamylton … [Read more...] about New Series Based on Angry Birds to Air on Amazon MGM Studios
Fast Growing Zoonicorn Brand Seeks Licensing Partners at Expo
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The global preschool brand Zoonicorn is coming to Licensing Expo with a bevy of fresh new licensing deals and expanded streaming territories. Zoonicorn is a fun and educational animated preschool series, with short, kid-friendly episodes of seven minutes each. The series, co-produced by Toonz Entertainment and … [Read more...] about Fast Growing Zoonicorn Brand Seeks Licensing Partners at Expo
Moomin Celebrates 80 Years With New Licensing Partners
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Point.1888 has secured four new licensees for the 80th anniversary of the Moomin characters brand. The partners will join a large portfolio of licensees that covers a wide range of categories. The Point.1888 says it's thrilled to have recently added Blade & Rose (Infant Apparel), Licensed to Charm (Jewellery), Practical … [Read more...] about Moomin Celebrates 80 Years With New Licensing Partners
Paramount Global Announces Leadership Shakeup
Bob Bakish Stepping Down, Trio of Execs to Share CEO Role Photo: George Cheeks, Chris McCarthy and Brian Robbins will collectively replace Bakish in a new "Office of the CEO." Photo credit: Paramount Global. By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Paramount Global is making major changes, as long-time CEO Bob Bakish is stepping down, to be replaced by a three-person Office … [Read more...] about Paramount Global Announces Leadership Shakeup
Marvel Studios and Gunnar Release Groot-Themed Gaming Glasses
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Marvel Studios and pioneering eyewear company Gunnar Optiks have just introduced officially-licensed Guardians of the Galaxy Groot Edition blue light blocking glasses. Gunnar says the Marvel Comic’s Groot Glasses are "perfect for unleashing your inner superhero and combating intergalactic threats, like the harmful effects of visible … [Read more...] about Marvel Studios and Gunnar Release Groot-Themed Gaming Glasses
Penguin Random House Announces Publishing Program for Wednesday Series
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Penguin Random House and Amazon MGM Studios are launching an extensive publishing program based on the Wednesday TV series. Penguin Random House LLC is a global publishing company that provides products across numerous publishing formats including board books, novels, activity books, non-fiction, picture books and more. … [Read more...] about Penguin Random House Announces Publishing Program for Wednesday Series