By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Dr. Seuss Enterprises is responding to consumer demand for location-based entertainment by expanding its relationship with Wildbrain CPLG. The licensing agency has been appointed to represent the brand's location-based entertainment (LBE) rights across the U.K., Europe and Asia-Pacific, excluding Greater China, the companies announced … [Read more...] about Dr. Seuss Taps WildBrain CPLG to Expand Location-Based Entertainment
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Care Bears Bring the Love to The Masked Singer
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Cloudco says it’s thrilled that the Care Bears will grace the stage for the first time on the popular musical mystery show The Masked Singer. The Care Bears will make their debut on the hit FOX series during a special themed episode called “Care Bears Night,” airing tomorrow, March 11 (8:00–9:02 p.m (ET/PT). “We’re excited to share … [Read more...] about Care Bears Bring the Love to The Masked Singer
Care Bears Launched Major Expansion of Global Publishing
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Cloudco Entertainment is ramping up its publishing strategy for the Care Bears brand through partnerships with major publishers, including HarperCollins, Scholastic, Running Press, and Penguin Random House. The expansion comes as the 45-year-old brand seeks to deepen connections with its multigenerational audience through books, … [Read more...] about Care Bears Launched Major Expansion of Global Publishing
Popeye Takes Up Digital Gardening on Solitaire Grand Harvest
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The mobile game Solitaire Grand Harvest now features an unusual new character in the form of Popeye ... the Farmer Man? You heard that right. The inveterate sailor who has been cruising the briny blue since 1929 turns landlubber as a character in the popular farming-slash-solitaire sim through May this year. The partnership between … [Read more...] about Popeye Takes Up Digital Gardening on Solitaire Grand Harvest
Spin Master Expands Ms. Rachel Toy Line With Bedtime Playset, New Vehicles
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Spin Master Corp. has added three products to its Ms. Rachel toy collection, including a bedtime-themed playset and two pull-back vehicles, as the licensed preschool line continues its rapid expansion in the infant and toddler segment. The new offerings — the Goodnight Frankie Bedtime Playset and the 1-2-3 Roll! Herbie and Ms. Rachel … [Read more...] about Spin Master Expands Ms. Rachel Toy Line With Bedtime Playset, New Vehicles
Netflix Walks Away As Paramount Raises Stakes in WBD Acquisition
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The bitter takeover battle for Warner Bros. Discovery took a new turn as Paramount Discovery significantly improved its acquisition offer. Paramount increased its offer from $30 to $31 a share, and also added a $7 billion 'regulatory termination fee' that would kick in if the merger is not approved, and a 'ticking fee' of roughly $650 … [Read more...] about Netflix Walks Away As Paramount Raises Stakes in WBD Acquisition
Disney and Pixar Content Coming for Luna StoryTime Projector
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Cottage Door Press has licensed new content from Disney and Pixar for its Luna StoryTime Projector. The company announced it will expand the device's content library with franchises including Moana, Frozen, Toy Story, Cars, The Lion King, and Mickey Mouse. The Luna StoryTime Projector combines projected stories, audio narration, and … [Read more...] about Disney and Pixar Content Coming for Luna StoryTime Projector
Oreo and Marvel Reveal Terrifying ‘Stuf of Doom’ Cookies
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief In what can only be described as corporate storytelling meets cookie conspiracy, Oreo and Marvel have unveiled their fourth and final collaboration pack: Marvel Oreo Stuf of Doom Cookies. The collab has also featured some epic, Marvel-style storytelling across the release of four different products known as the MARVEL Oreo Stuf of … [Read more...] about Oreo and Marvel Reveal Terrifying ‘Stuf of Doom’ Cookies
Mainframe and Cookbook Media Join Forces on Production Partnership
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The trailblazing Vancouver animation studio Mainframe Studios has partnered with Cookbook Media to expand its production, distribution and licensing opportunities. Mainframe made history back in 1993 when it released 'Reboot', the very first CG (Computer Generated) animated TV series. Since then the studio has gone on to release other … [Read more...] about Mainframe and Cookbook Media Join Forces on Production Partnership
Yo Gabba Gabba! Expands Licensing Program with New Product Partners
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Yo Gabba Gabba! is expanding its licensing program across multiple consumer product categories in the United States and Canada, building on renewed interest in the children's franchise. The announcement follows the January 30 launch of Season 2 of Yo Gabba GabbaLand! on Apple TV, which features musical guests including Santigold, Ziggy … [Read more...] about Yo Gabba Gabba! Expands Licensing Program with New Product Partners