The Licensing Letter

Entertainment/Character

Apparel Licensing: Nelvana Partners On Max & Ruby Collection For Millennials

The Limited Time Capsule Collection Is Available Now on the New Digital Pop Up Website:www.maxandrubyremix.com Children's entertainment studio Nelvana has partnered with DTC manufacturer Juniper Creates on a new Max & Ruby apparel line targeted to Millennials and Gen Zs who grew up with the series. Juniper Creates is a premium consumer product and direct to consumer (DTC) … [Read more...] about Apparel Licensing: Nelvana Partners On Max & Ruby Collection For Millennials

Character Licensing: Playmobil Makes An Aston Martin DB5 For Bond … James Bond

Just in case you need a toy car with machine guns, bulletproof bulkheads, and ejector seats, Playmobil has you covered with an authentic replica of the legendary Aston Martin DB5 from Goldfinger. The car is synonymous with the 007 film series, and other than possibly the Batmobile, is certainly the most famous automobile in film history. Thanks to a licensing deal brokered for … [Read more...] about Character Licensing: Playmobil Makes An Aston Martin DB5 For Bond … James Bond

Schitt’s Creek Gets a ‘Monopoly’ on Board Games

Just like the Rose Family, you can now go down market in your real estate dreams, as The Op Games has released a Schitt's Creek edition of Hasbro's Monopoly game. Licensed from Hasbro for sales in North America, MONOPOLY: Schitt's Creek is based on the Emmy Award-winning comedy series about a wealthy family who lose their fortune, and are forced to move to a town that family … [Read more...] about Schitt’s Creek Gets a ‘Monopoly’ on Board Games

Loungefly Launches New Disney-themed Backpack Collection

Funko's lifestyle brand Loungefly announced its November Beauty and the Beast and Cinderella-inspired collections, continuing the brand’s monthly Disney Castle and Disney Villains Scenes Series. The latest November drops include signature mini backpacks (MSRP: $80), a crossbody bag (MSRP: $65) and wallets (MSRP: $40), all available on Loungefly.com. “Transforming classic … [Read more...] about Loungefly Launches New Disney-themed Backpack Collection

McFarlane Releases Toys Based on Nickelodeon’s Avatar Series

McFarlane Toys has released the first line of a brand new collection of Nickelodeon's Avatar: The Last Airbender action figures, launching exclusively at Walmart. "Avatar: The Last Airbender animation brings a visual depth of expression and emotion to its characters, making it one of the most beloved animated shows of all time," said Todd McFarlane, CEO of McFarlane Toys. "We … [Read more...] about McFarlane Releases Toys Based on Nickelodeon’s Avatar Series

MGM Partners With Outright On Addams Family Video Game

Just in time for Halloween, MGM and its gaming partners Outright Games and PHL Collective have launched the first console game for the CGI version of The Addams Family. Outright Games is a global video games publisher with a focus on quality family entertainment. Since being founded in 2016, Outright has delivered several licensed game titles, including favorites such as … [Read more...] about MGM Partners With Outright On Addams Family Video Game

MGM’s Stargate Providing New Content For ASTROKINGS Game

The crew from MGM's Stargate is back, this time starring as characters in the strategy game ASTROKINGS from Tilting Point and AN Games. MGM says the partner firms are further bridging the gap between the beloved sci-fi universe of Stargate and the immersive real-time strategy, massively multiplayer mobile game, ASTROKINGS. In ASTROKINGS, players clash with rivals in cosmic … [Read more...] about MGM’s Stargate Providing New Content For ASTROKINGS Game

Dim Mak Teams Up On Anime Fashion Line Based on Bleach

Steve Aoki’s fashion and record label Dim Mak has teamed up with VIZ Media to release the official DIM MAK x BLEACH collaboration, a limited edition line-up of anime inspired tees and hoodies featuring original art from the iconic series Bleach. Tite Kubo’s long-running fantasy-adventure Bleach is one of the world's most popular and influential anime series, and is known as … [Read more...] about Dim Mak Teams Up On Anime Fashion Line Based on Bleach

Dino Ranch Licensing a Roaring Success

The animated Canadian hit show Dino Ranch has landed a Dino-sized slate of new licensing deals in the US, Canada and EMEA. Boat Rocker Studios this week announced the new wave of licensing deals for key categories including toddler bedding, hosiery, holiday ornaments, dress up and compilation magazines, with yet more categories to follow. Dino Ranch has become a breakout hit … [Read more...] about Dino Ranch Licensing a Roaring Success