By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The global studio Toonz Media Group has joined with Angel Studios to distribute 'Gabriel and the Guardians', a series based on the Dead Sea Scrolls The epic fantasy series follows Gabriel, a Celestial Guardian tasked with protecting the Tree Eternal as he remains steadfast in his purpose while even his closest companions falter. He … [Read more...] about Toonz and Angel Studios Team Up On Anime Series
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Toonz and Driver Studios Partnership To Allow Audience Reaction to Drive Storylines
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Animation studio Toonz Media Group has engaged in an intriguing partnership with Driver Studios, that could change the way content creators engage with the audience. According to a statement from the two companies, the tech partnership could even shape how story lines develop, starting with a new 3D animated series called The … [Read more...] about Toonz and Driver Studios Partnership To Allow Audience Reaction to Drive Storylines
150 Licensing Deals for The Garfield Movie, and Yes, There’s Lasagna
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sony Pictures has secured more than 150 licensing partnerships across the globe for the theatrical release of The Garfield Movie. “It has been an extremely collaborative process with all our partners to develop unique and creative campaigns for The Garfield Movie," said Sony Pictures EVP, Jeffrey Godsick. "They have actively put the … [Read more...] about 150 Licensing Deals for The Garfield Movie, and Yes, There’s Lasagna
Licensed Star Wars Oreo Cookies Rocket into Retail Market
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Mondelēz International's Oreo brand is releasing officially licensed Star Wars Oreo Cookies in collaboration with Lucasfilm. The special-edition Star Wars Oreo Cookie collaboration includes two variations for the dark side and light side factions of the Star Wars science-fiction franchise. "Pairing two tremendously loved communities to launch … [Read more...] about Licensed Star Wars Oreo Cookies Rocket into Retail Market
Moonbug Launches Own Blippi Channel on Samsung TV Plus
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The children's animated megahit Blippi is getting its own dedicated channel on Samsung TV Plus, Moonbug Entertainment has announced. Moonbug, a part of Candle Media, revealed it has created the first free, ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) channel for all things Blippi. Blippi is among the two most popular shows produced by Moonbug, … [Read more...] about Moonbug Launches Own Blippi Channel on Samsung TV Plus
Authentic Brands Appoints New Head of Brazilian Operation
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter There's a new head of licensing for Authentic Brands Group in the key Latin American country of Brazil. Authentic Brands Group has appointed Bruno Pedroso de Almeida as Vice President, Head of Brazil. In his new role, ABG says Pedroso de Almeida will "spearhead and drive the execution of the brand’s go-to-market strategies throughout the … [Read more...] about Authentic Brands Appoints New Head of Brazilian Operation
Who’s News: Hidden Pigeon Company Appoints New SVP of Creative Development
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hidden Pigeon Company (HPC) has named Kristofer Updike as its new senior vice president of creative development and production. HPC is a multi-platform entertainment company that was co-founded by children’s book author Mo Willems, Stampede Ventures and RedBird Capital Partners in 2023. The company was formed to extend Willems’ extensive … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Hidden Pigeon Company Appoints New SVP of Creative Development
Marvel Studios and Gunnar Release Groot-Themed Gaming Glasses
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Marvel Studios and pioneering eyewear company Gunnar Optiks have just introduced officially-licensed Guardians of the Galaxy Groot Edition blue light blocking glasses. Gunnar says the Marvel Comic’s Groot Glasses are "perfect for unleashing your inner superhero and combating intergalactic threats, like the harmful effects of visible … [Read more...] about Marvel Studios and Gunnar Release Groot-Themed Gaming Glasses
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
Who’s News: Xilam Animation Promotes Chloé Menier to Brand Manager
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter French entertainment studio Xilam Animation has promoted Chloé Menier to the newly-created position of brand manager. As the new brand manager, Chloé Menier will be taking on many of the duties that Xilam’s previous licensing director, Capucine Humblot, was responsible for before she departed the company last week to pursue a new … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Xilam Animation Promotes Chloé Menier to Brand Manager