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
Entertainment
All Art Licensing Leading Zoonicorn Stampede at Licensing 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 an educational and fun preschool animated series, with short, kid-friendly episodes of seven minutes each. The series, co- produced by Toonz Entertainment and Zoonicorn, LLC, and … [Read more...] about All Art Licensing Leading Zoonicorn Stampede at Licensing Expo
emoji and Unis Technology Create ’emojiplanet’ Entertainment Centers
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Now, here's some news to put a smile on your face! đ The emoji company has just announced the development of emoji branded entertainment centers, under the brand name emojiplanet. The deal was brokered by Wildbrain CPLG, representing the emoji company, and Cronus Global, representing UNIS Technology. The landmark development is … [Read more...] about emoji and Unis Technology Create ’emojiplanet’ Entertainment Centers
Update: ‘S’ is for ‘Settlement’ on Sesame Street This Week
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Good news for Sesame Workshop, which staved off a potential strike by writers and achieved a tentative agreement with their union. There was a very real chance writers for Sesame Workshop could have hit the picket line as their contract ended on April 19. Instead, the company has reached a tentative agreement, and writers with the Writers … [Read more...] about Update: ‘S’ is for ‘Settlement’ on Sesame Street This Week
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
Godzilla Crashes onto Youtooz Platform with Lord Nermal RipNDip Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Toho International has launched a licensing partnership with RipNDip streetwear and Youtooz collectibles for limited-edition Godzilla-themed merchandise. Available on the Youtooz platform and the Godzilla Store, the limited-edition collection includes licensed plush and apparel that features both Godzilla and RipNDip's cat mascot Lord Nermal. … [Read more...] about Godzilla Crashes onto Youtooz Platform with Lord Nermal RipNDip Collection
Viral TikTok Sensation Sad Nuggie Enters World of Licensing
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The viral TikTok character Sad Nuggie is a little happier these days, boasting a growing fan base and success in licensing. If you've never hear of Sad Nuggie, don't be surprised. The character and brand was launched less than two years ago, in August of 2022, but is growing fast with a soaring audience on Tiktok. The brand is now … [Read more...] about Viral TikTok Sensation Sad Nuggie Enters World of Licensing
The Business Hub Group Named Licensing Representative for Vila SĂ©samo
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sesame Workshop has named the Business Hub Group its official licensing agent for Vila SĂ©samo in Brazil. Vila SĂ©samo is the Brazilian edition of the children's educational entertainment franchise, Sesame Street. âFor over 50 years, Vila SĂ©samo has been bringing engaging content and joyful experiences to children and … [Read more...] about The Business Hub Group Named Licensing Representative for Vila SĂ©samo
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
Mattel and Heinz Partner for Pretty Pink Barbiecue Sauce
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Mattel has signed a licensing partnership with Heinz for a limited-edition condiment called Heinz Classic Barbiecue Sauce. Heinz has been teasing its fans on social media about whether the Barbiecue condiment should be made a reality and after huge public demand, Mattel and Heinz decided to launch a real-world version of the branded … [Read more...] about Mattel and Heinz Partner for Pretty Pink Barbiecue Sauce