By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Krispy Kreme and WBDGCP are launching a licensed Hungry for Heroes doughnut collection inspired by famous DC Super Heroes. Available for a limited-time, the Hungry for Heroes doughnut collection features three designs based on Wonder Woman, Superman and Batman. The Wonder Woman doughnut is an Original Glazed that is dipped in red … [Read more...] about Krispy Kreme Soars with DC Superhero Doughnuts
Entertainment/Character
Nex and Sesame Workshop Cook Up Cookie Monster Game
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Nex and Sesame Workshop have launched a new gaming experience called Cookie Monster’s Cookie Factory as part of their multi-title collaboration. The new release marks the fourth and final licensed Sesame Street game to be launched for their collaborative partnership. Cookie Monster’s Cookie Factory is designed as a puzzle adventure … [Read more...] about Nex and Sesame Workshop Cook Up Cookie Monster Game
IPX Appoints Big Picture Licensing To Manage BT21
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter IPX has appointed Big Picture Licensing to represent its BT21 character brand in the UK, Eire and EMEA markets. As the official representative of the global character IP, Big Picture Licensing will be responsible for finding and securing new licensing partnerships for BT21. The BT21 licensing program will be seeking new licensees across … [Read more...] about IPX Appoints Big Picture Licensing To Manage BT21
Lion Forge Entertainment’s Iyanu Series Makes UK Debut with ITVX
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Lion Forge Entertainment and ITVX are bringing the Iyanu animated series to audiences across the UK and Northern Ireland. Beginning on July 3, ITVX will debut all 10 episodes of Iyanu season one on its streaming platform. “Iyanu has already captured the imagination of audiences in the U.S., and we’re excited to build on that momentum with … [Read more...] about Lion Forge Entertainment’s Iyanu Series Makes UK Debut with ITVX
Hippo Blue Launches New Disney Collections
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hippo Blue and Disney Consumer Products are teaming up for new licensed collections inspired by Star Wars and Lilo & Stitch. The new Hippo Blue collections offer a range of customizable products that feature imagery from the two Disney film franchises. Debuted on May 4, the limited-edition Star Wars collection includes … [Read more...] about Hippo Blue Launches New Disney Collections
Disney Celebrates 30 Years of ‘Toy Story’ with New Products and Experiences
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Disney is commemorating the 30th anniversary of Toy Story, the groundbreaking 1995 Pixar film that launched a global franchise and redefined animation. The studio's celebration of one of its top brands will include a slate of new products, theme park experiences, and a renewed global licensing agreement with Mattel. Since its … [Read more...] about Disney Celebrates 30 Years of ‘Toy Story’ with New Products and Experiences
Dynamite Entertainment Brings Stitch to Licensed Comics
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Dynamite Entertainment and the Walt Disney Company are launching a new licensed comic book series for the Stitch franchise. Written by Connor Ratliff and James III, the plot of the upcoming Stitch comic follows Dr. Jumba Jookiba as he tries to collect the Villain Points needed to retain his membership benefits with the Evil Genius … [Read more...] about Dynamite Entertainment Brings Stitch to Licensed Comics
Hidden Pigeon Secures Agreements Ahead of Licensing Expo
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hidden Pigeon Company (HPC) has signed a slate of new licensing partnerships and renewals for Mo Willems' portfolio of children's entertainment brands. These multi-year agreements include 22 new and existing licensees that span a broad assortment of branded products and experiential activations. Several of the partnerships were … [Read more...] about Hidden Pigeon Secures Agreements Ahead of Licensing Expo
‘One Piece’ Returns to Light Up Las Vegas During Licensing Expo 2025
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The popular anime franchise One Piece will once again illuminate the Las Vegas skyline this month as part of a special activation timed with Licensing Expo 2025. Toei Animation just announced that a custom animation celebrating One Piece will be displayed on the Exosphere—the massive LED-covered exterior of the Sphere in Las Vegas—from May … [Read more...] about ‘One Piece’ Returns to Light Up Las Vegas During Licensing Expo 2025
Fast Growing Zoonicorn Brand Seeks Licensing Partners at Expo
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief It’ll be almost impossible to visit Licensing Expo this year without seeing a LOT of the hit show Zoonicorn. Fresh off the brand’s recent global licensing deal with DIY plush company Teddy Mountain, Zoonicorn is making a big splash at the Expo, and by big, we mean 16-feet-tall! A gigantic inflatable version of the Zoonicorn … [Read more...] about Fast Growing Zoonicorn Brand Seeks Licensing Partners at Expo