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
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Steve McQueen Estate Enters New Renaissance of Licensing Deals
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Renaissance Licensing has secured new consumer product partnerships and sub-agents for the Steve McQueen Estate on behalf of the late actor's son, Chad McQueen. Steve McQueen was a Hollywood actor who rose to fame in the 1960s. McQueen was known for starring in high-profile films such as The Magnificent Seven, Papillon and the … [Read more...] about Steve McQueen Estate Enters New Renaissance of Licensing Deals
Amazon MGM Marks Debut at Licensing Expo As Joint Entertainment Division
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief MGM is a staple at Licensing Expo, thanks to its rich catalog of films and series, and a powerful licensing program. But this year Expo attendees will see a major change to the booth. This is the first year that Amazon MGM Studios, created by the recent merger, will be exhibiting at Licensing Expo as a joint licensing division. With the two … [Read more...] about Amazon MGM Marks Debut at Licensing Expo As Joint Entertainment Division
Betty Boop Gets New Licensing Collabs Through Global Icons and Fleischer Studios
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Global Icons and Fleischer Studios have signed a wide range of new licensing collaborations for the Betty Boop entertainment brand. Launched in 1930, the Betty Boop character IP was created by Max Fleischer of Fleischer Studios, in association with Paramount. Since its creation, the Betty Boop brand has been featured in a wide range of movies, … [Read more...] about Betty Boop Gets New Licensing Collabs Through Global Icons and Fleischer Studios
Licensing Works! Introducing Wingfeather Saga at Licensing Expo
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Wingfeather Saga, the largest crowd-funded animated series of all time, will be repped by Licensing Works! at Licensing Expo. In addition, Licensing Works! will also be representing several timeless brands that have been licensing stalwarts over the decades. Those brands include Le Petit Prince/The Little Prince and Antoine de … [Read more...] about Licensing Works! Introducing Wingfeather Saga at Licensing Expo
Scholastic Fuels Media Expansion With Acquisition of 9 Story
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The publisher Scholastic (NASDAQ: SCHL) has signed a definitive agreement for a major strategic investment in 9 Story Media Group. The $186 million investment will see Scholastic acquire 100% of the economic interest in and a minority of voting rights in 9 Story, a successful Canadian animation studio. Scholastic is a leading global … [Read more...] about Scholastic Fuels Media Expansion With Acquisition of 9 Story
Chilling New Licensed Products Coming For Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
TLL Staff Sony Pictures Consumer Products is inviting fans of Ghostbusters to gear up for the next chapter with new products and collaborations from the pop culture phenomenon. Sony has created a robust consumer products program for the upcoming Ghostbusters installment, anchored by key licensees including Hasbro, Funko, Timberland, Wuxly, and Kellogg’s, The launch … [Read more...] about Chilling New Licensed Products Coming For Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
Feature: Dune 2’s Creepy Popcorn Bucket Shows the Power of Licensing
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Let's face it. Those Dune 2 popcorn buckets are creepy. But despite that ... or because of it ... the Dune 2 popcorn buckets that resemble the horrific, gaping maw of a sandworm have gone viral, and are being sold as valuable collectibles. According to research by Hearts.co the sandworm-inspired buckets are selling for up to $138 online, … [Read more...] about Feature: Dune 2’s Creepy Popcorn Bucket Shows the Power of Licensing
DreamWorks Marks 30 Years of Animation With BoxLunch Fashion Line
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter BoxLunch and DreamWorks are launching an exclusive 30th anniversary product range inspired by DreamWorks' portfolio of animated film franchises. The licensed Dreamworks anniversary collection includes 25 different styles of apparel and accessories that feature characters and imagery from the company's popular animated movies. The … [Read more...] about DreamWorks Marks 30 Years of Animation With BoxLunch Fashion Line
Wuxly is ‘Who Ya Gonna Call’ For Ethical Ghostbusters Frozen Empire Fashion
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sony Pictures Consumer Products and Wuxly have launched a sustainably-crafted capsule collection for the upcoming feature film, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. Serving as a direct sequel to Ghostbusters: Afterlife (2021), Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire follows the Spengler family as they team up with the original Ghostbusters to save the world from … [Read more...] about Wuxly is ‘Who Ya Gonna Call’ For Ethical Ghostbusters Frozen Empire Fashion