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The weekly TLL Deal Sheet features the latest licensing deals, brands, and up-to-date contact information for the players involved.
Contact info for all executive licensing deal makers is available from the Licensing Sourcebook Online by clicking on any company name.
There are 18 new Sourcebook listings this week: 1 licensors, 16 licensees, and 1 other. This week TLL reports 28 deals with 21 licenses assigned/available and 7 licenses granted worldwide.
Properties Available or Recently Assigned, U.S. | Licenses Recently Granted, U.S. |
Intl. Properties Available or Recently Assigned | Intl. Licenses Recently Granted |
Archived Deal Sheets |
Property | Description | Categories Available | Licensing Contact |
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Property | Granted To | Products Manufactured (Territory) | Granted By |
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Alfa Romeo F1 Team Stake | Abercrombie & Fitch | (U.S.) | WildBrain CPLG (U.K.) |
Alfa Romeo F1 Team Stake | Outerstuff | collectibles, figurines, posters (U.S.) | WildBrain CPLG (U.K.) |
Bluey: Baby Race | Random House Children’s Books/Random House Books for Young Readers div. Penguin Random House | (U.S.) | BBC Studios Americas (form. BBC Worldwide) |
Tommy Bahama | Concept One Accessories | crossbody bucket bags, double entry crossbody bags, double strap flap bag, luggage, medium tote bags, north and south small tote bags, small leather goods, tote bags (U.S.) | Tommy Bahama |
Property | Description | Categories Available | Licensing Contact |
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AXA | AXA began life as a newspaper comic strip in 1978, initially launched in the UK and later syndicated worldwide. | all categories (excluding TV series, film and motion pictures.) (Worldwide) | Katie Murphy, Licensing Management International (LMI) |
B.U.M. Equipment | The Iconic California Lifestyle Brand, B.U.M. Equipment, traces its history back to 1986 in a garage in Seattle. The brand has connected at all levels from its wholesale roots in the upscale Department Stores and Specialty Store arena, to the Mid-tier Specialty Retailers, to its foray into its own retail stores in New York, Los Angeles, Miami, and Chicago, creating today’s ageless consumer base and world-wide partners with emphasis on quality and tradition. | accessories, footwear, sportswear (children’s), sportswear (infants’), sportswear (men’s), sportswear (toddlers’), sportswear (women’s) (Worldwide) | Stephen Wayne, B.U.M. Equipment (BUM) |
Benny Hill | The Benny Hill Show was an English comedy/variety show that ran as a series of specials between 1957 and 1989, starting out on the BBC and later getting acquired by Thames Television (ITV), whose episodes became more popular internationally. | all categories (Worldwide) | Katie Murphy, Licensing Management International (LMI) |
British Motor Heritage | British Motor Heritage represent the classic British marques of Austin, Morris, Wolseley and Rover together with the iconic British sports cars MG and Austin-Healey. | all categories (Worldwide) | Kim Mullally, Licensing Management International (LMI) |
BSA | Once the highest sold motorcycle in the world, BSA motorcycles are recognised as reliable, good value vehicles, classically designed for those who value performance, and looks. BSA Gold Star bikes now have 30+ dealers in the UK, with bike distribution launches pending in 2024 in USA, France, Germany and Spain. | all categories (Worldwide) | Kim Mullally, Licensing Management International (LMI) |
Elvisly Yours | A superb collection of Elvis Presley photographs in colour and black and white. | all categories (U.K., Ireland) | Nicola Danson, Licensing Management International (LMI) |
Highclere Castle | One of the most recognised buildings in the UK as the home of Downton Abbey. | all categories (excluding alcohol spirits, champagne, sparkling wine, beer, cigars, roses and flowers.) (Worldwide) | Katie Murphy, Licensing Management International (LMI) |
Houston Polo Club | Houston Polo club is the largest polo club in the United States. Polo is a dynamic sport with a glamorous past and an exciting future. The Houston Polo Club was founded to promote the sport, educate new and experienced players about the rules and their equine teammates as well as serve the community as a cultural attraction. | all categories (EMEA) | Andrew Maconie, Licensing Management International (LMI) |
IYANU | IYANU is a new Lion Forge Entertainment Animated Series. A franchise in the making, Iyanu launches on both Cartoon Network and MAX in 2024. IYANU is a superhero tale set in the magical kingdom of Yorubaland, which draws from Nigerian culture, music and mythology. The series follows IYANU, a teenage orphan who spends her days studying Yoruba history and ancient arts but yearns for a normal life. One day, responding to danger, she unknowingly triggers her divine powers, the likes of which have not been seen since the Age of Wonders. With newly discovered superpowers, IYANU joins forces with two other teenagers as they embark on a remarkable journey to discover the truth about the evil lurking in her homeland. Throughout her adventure, she’ll uncover the truth about her past, her parents, and her ultimate destiny to save the world. | accessories, apparel, back-to-school, confections, costumes, dolls, figures, games, playsets, publishing, toys (North America) | Don Rothwell, All-American Licensing & Management Group (AALMG) |
Justin Love | A native of New York City, he has been a painter for 37 years with a strong successful career as a visual artist his paintings have an ethereal musical quality. | all categories (EMEA) | Andrew Maconie, Licensing Management International (LMI) |
Laurel & Hardy | To this day, Laurel & Hardy are considered the most revered comedy duo of all time. 2027 celebrates the 100th anniversary since the pair first appeared together. | all categories (Worldwide) | Andrew Maconie, Licensing Management International (LMI) |
Marcestel | For the very first time selected artworks are now available for licensing. | all categories (EMEA) | Andrew Maconie, Licensing Management International (LMI) |
Soldier of Fortune | Soldier of Fortune has been a daily web magazine since 2016, originally founded in 1975 as a monthly magazine. Soldier of Fortune was one of the most popular video games of the 1990’s and is now ready to again be the brand most recognized worldwide for daring to go where others fear. The stories are real, filled with adventure from the conflict zones of Ukraine, treacherous Mexican cartels and inside the Israel Hamas War and confrontations at home. | accessories, apparel, beverages, food, footwear, publishing, toys, video games (Worldwide) | Susan Notarides, Copyright Licensing Associates (CLA) |
Tarzan | Tarzan has been called one of the best-known literary characters in the world. In addition to more than two dozen books by Edgar Rice Burroughs, the character has appeared in films, radio, television, comic books, stage and Broadway musicals. | all categories (U.K. and Ireland) | Andrew Maconie, Licensing Management International (LMI) |
Tetris | The Tetris® game has reached players worldwide in more than 200 countries, in over 50 languages and on 50-plus platforms. Originally enjoying an explosion of popularity on the Game Boy console, it can be found and played on almost any gaming platform from VR headsets to smart phones. As one of the leading and most popular video game franchises in the world, it’s no wonder why there are hundreds of millions of Tetris products being played, worn and enjoyed by fans in their everyday lives. Celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2024, the brand continues to be loved globally by people of all ages and cultures. | all categories (U.S., Canada, France, Germany, U.K., Middle East, North Africa, India) | Bruno Maglione, WME/IMG Worldwide Licensing d.b.a. Endeavor (U.K.) |
The Little Prince & Friends | The Little Prince was born in 1943 in New York City and has since continued its incredible journey across generations. Discover the worldwide phenomenon of an Iconic Brand! | all categories (U.K. and Ireland) | Andrew Maconie, Licensing Management International (LMI) |
The Rubbish World of Dave Spud | Who is Dave Spud? Dave, is just an ordinary kid, an average boy and, an unwitting creator of chaos!! Dave, our magnet for disaster, is a fighter against the odds and our unlikely hero. the series has been nominated for 2 Broadcast Awards and 4 British Animation Awards and winner of the 2022 RTS Award for Best Children’s Programme. | all categories (U.K. and Ireland) | Andrew Maconie, Licensing Management International (LMI) |
The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust | The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust is the independent charity that cares for the world’s greatest Shakespeare heritage in his home town of Stratford-upon-Avon. Licensing with the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust offers a unique brand endorsement and a wealth of inspiration in their outstanding collections. Discover Shakespeare’s world through unique objects and works of art, rare books and the words that have inspired the world for over 400 years. | all categories (Worldwide) | Andrew Maconie, Licensing Management International (LMI) |
Thyssen Bornemisza National Museum | The Thyssen Bornemisza National Museum, located in Madrid, Spain, is home to an exceptional collection of art that spans centuries and diverse artistic movements. The museum is dedicated to promoting art appreciation, education, and cultural enrichment, making it a hub for both local and international art enthusiasts. | all categories (Worldwide) | Natasha Dyson, Blonde Sheep Licensing |
Tota Pulchra Ars Vaticana | Tota Pulchra is a social promotion association, Licensees can utilize existing artwork or take inspiration from the magnificent collection. | all categories (EMEA) | Andrew Maconie, Licensing Management International (LMI) |
Zorro | Zorro the character has featured in numerous books, comics, films, television series and other media. There are currently two Zorro entertainment projects in production and seven in development. | all categories (excluding TV series, film and motion pictures, theme park attractions and stage plays.) (U.K., Ireland) | Andrew Maconie, Licensing Management International (LMI) |
Property | Granted To | Products Manufactured (Territory) | Granted By |
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AXA | Dren Productions | (U.S., U.K.) | Licensing Management International (LMI) |
Furby | Cakeworthy | hats, sherpa jacket, sweaters, t-shirt dresses (Canada) | Hasbro |
Laurel & Hardy | RemySaid.com / Cat On A Tree | (EMEA) | Licensing Management International (LMI) |