The adorable sibling bunnies Max & Ruby from the popular books and the Nelvana animated series are getting their own fashion line for adults. Nelvana has partnered with fashion and merchandise retailer Hot Topic to launch a new collection of Max & Ruby T-shirts. The collection, which is currently available for purchase online at hottopic.com, debuts following Max … [Read more...] about Max & Ruby Are Back With New Fashion
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Deal With Cotton On and Douglas Makes Miffy a Happy Bunny
The popular children's brand Miffy, from the line of books by Dick Bruna, is launching new lines of baby apparel and plush toys in collaboration with Cotton On and Douglas. The Australian fashion brand Cotton On will be producing four new lines of baby clothing from newborn up to 24 months, and priced competitively at between $14.99 and $19.99. The well known US plush toy … [Read more...] about Deal With Cotton On and Douglas Makes Miffy a Happy Bunny
Nic Cage Film Willy’s Wonderland Appoints Radar Licensing
The film Willy's Wonderland has appointed Radar Licensing of Brooklyn as its global licensing agent as Landmark Studio Group develops a worldwide consumer products retail program for the horror thriller, starring Nicolas Cage with Emily Tosta, Ric Reitz, Chris Warner, and Beth Grant. Landmark says Radar Licensing will create a comprehensive licensing and merchandising program … [Read more...] about Nic Cage Film Willy’s Wonderland Appoints Radar Licensing
Disney Confirms ‘Flexible’ Summer Film Release Schedule
The world's dominant entertainment company confirmed on March 24 its summer film release schedule, committing to a "flexible distribution strategy" similar to what Warner Bros did earlier this year with HBO Max. Disney says it will use both theaters and its Disney+ streaming service to release its major films this year, in a strategy calculated to maximize returns and … [Read more...] about Disney Confirms ‘Flexible’ Summer Film Release Schedule
Mattel to Air Barbie Fashion Battle Reality Show
If you've got an eye for fashion and a talent for really, really tiny stitching, you too could be a star on Mattel's new reality TV offering, Barbie Fashion Battle. Mattel has announced it is partnering with Mission Control Media to develop Barbie Fashion Battle, a design-focused reality competition series that tasks aspiring designers with creating miniature high-fashion … [Read more...] about Mattel to Air Barbie Fashion Battle Reality Show
William Shatner Creates AI Version of Himself
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief In a move worthy of Captain James T. Kirk, actor William Shatner celebrated his 90th birthday by being the first person to create an 'AI' version of himself, using technology by the LA company StoryFile. In doing so, Shatner is not exactly 'beaming himself up', but for future generations the effect is that Shatner has created a version of … [Read more...] about William Shatner Creates AI Version of Himself
Wham-O Appoints Global Licensing Agency
There are few companies that have historically done a better job of branding their inventions than Wham-O, and now Anjar Co. and Becker Associates has been given the weighty responsibility of licensing and commercializing brands like Hula Hoop, Hacky Sack, Boogie Board, and Frisbee, among many others. It's a mark of Wham-O's success in creating successful new products that … [Read more...] about Wham-O Appoints Global Licensing Agency
Maurizio Distefano Licensing Inks Four Key Deals Through Global Merchandising Services
The Italian licensing firm Maurizio Distefano Licensing (MDL) has begun its partnership with Global Merchandising Services with a slate impressive deals, including several iconic musical artists and the brand of British celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay. Thanks to its agreement with Global Merchandising Services, a leader in creating unique and innovative international merchandise … [Read more...] about Maurizio Distefano Licensing Inks Four Key Deals Through Global Merchandising Services
Two Major Apparel Deals, With Peloton and Manchester United
This week saw two major apparel licensing agreements inked, one involving apparel rights for the phenomenally popular Manchester United soccer (football) team, and the other for rising fitness giant Peloton. Sportswear company Adidas has confirmed its plans to launch an apparel collection in partnership with Peloton. The Adidas x Peloton SS21 collection will include performance … [Read more...] about Two Major Apparel Deals, With Peloton and Manchester United
Aardman Secures Two Licensing Deals for Robin Robin
The animation studio Aardman, which got its start with the celebrated Wallace and Gromit series, has secured two new licensing deals for its new animated musical special Robin Robin. Aardman this week announced it has reached an agreement with Macmillan Children’s Books for publishing and Aurora World for plush. Robin Robin is a 30-minute festive holiday special, created by … [Read more...] about Aardman Secures Two Licensing Deals for Robin Robin