By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter King Features Syndicate is kicking off a new master publishing program for Flash Gordon in partnership with Mad Cave Studios and Papercutz. Created in 1934 by artist Alex Raymond, Flash Gordon is a science-fiction adventure comic franchise and superhero character IP that is owned by King Features Syndicate. To commemorate the character's 90th … [Read more...] about King Features and Mad Cave Bring Flash Gordon Back to the Comics
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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
Who’s News: Bravado Announces Major Leadership Restructuring
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Bravado, the merchandising and brand management division of Universal Music Group, has unveiled a new leadership structure for strategic growth. Bravado says the new leadership structure "aims to super serve Bravado’s roster of artists and brands and to continue to support the ever-growing company." Changes at Bravado will also … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Bravado Announces Major Leadership Restructuring
Take a Bite Out of Summer with Rugged Shark Week Clogs
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Rugged Shark and Discovery's Shark Week are teaming up for the second year in a row, as themed unisex clogs hit the shelves this week in Walmart stores across the US. Rugged Shark is a leading outdoor lifestyle brand, and their licensed Shark Week clogs were a big hit last year, prompting Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products … [Read more...] about Take a Bite Out of Summer with Rugged Shark Week Clogs
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
Who’s News: Scooter Braun Retires From Talent Management
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The famous but controversial talent manager Scooter Braun has officially announced he is leaving the business. The announcement of a "retirement" may be overstating the case, however, as Braun is continuing to work as the CEO at HYBE America, a company to which he sold his own Ithaca Holdings in 2021. Braun issued a statement saying he is … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Scooter Braun Retires From Talent Management
Hasbro Brings the Fun To American Dream With The GameRoom
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hasbro and American Dream will hold the grand opening in New Jersey of a new concept in fun, called THE GAMEROOM, set for June 26. THE GAMEROOM is a 41,500 square foot entertainment centre that is fully dedicated to the toy and game culture embodied by Hasbro. It features arcade games, attractions, retail outlets and full-service … [Read more...] about Hasbro Brings the Fun To American Dream With The GameRoom
Toonz and Driver Studios Partnership To Allow Audience Reaction to Drive Storylines
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Animation studio Toonz Media Group has engaged in an intriguing partnership with Driver Studios, that could change the way content creators engage with the audience. According to a statement from the two companies, the tech partnership could even shape how story lines develop, starting with a new 3D animated series called The … [Read more...] about Toonz and Driver Studios Partnership To Allow Audience Reaction to Drive Storylines
Licensing Roundup: LeMans Fast Fashion, The Ultimate Drinking Game and More
Le Mans Revs Up Its Fashion With Anti Social Social Club Top racing brand Le Mans is adding some horsepower to its licensing, collaborating on a new fashion collection with Anti Social Social Club. ASSC is dropping its first co-branded collection with Le Mans, coinciding with the annual running of the legendary endurance automotive race in France. In a deal brokered by … [Read more...] about Licensing Roundup: LeMans Fast Fashion, The Ultimate Drinking Game and More
Who’s News: Moonbug MD Andy Yeatman Named CEO of Miraculous Corp USA
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Zag and Mediawan's new venture Miraculous Corp showed it is serious about success, naming former Moonbug managing director Andy Yeatman as its new CEO. The Paris-based entertainment companies launched Miraculous Corp in May as a joint venture to build on the global success of the animation franchise Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Moonbug MD Andy Yeatman Named CEO of Miraculous Corp USA