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Threadless Community Launches ‘Regular Show’ Contest
The global online design community at threadless.com is kicking off a new contest which invites artists to re-imaging the world of Cartoon Network’s hit animated series Regular Show. The new design challenge will give artists three weeks to submit their original designs based on the popular animated show. The approved [...]
Picture Box Finds New Homes for ‘Annedroids’
Canada’s Picture Box Distribution has secured key broadcast partners for its new kids’ series Annedroids. Produced by Sinking Ship Entertainment in association with TVOKids in Canada, Annedroids is a 26 x 30’ live action/CGI series that follows genius kid-scientist Anne and her group of friends as they perform experiments in [...]
DQE Swings New ‘Jungle Book’ L&M Deals
Producer-distributor DQ Entertainment has announced a slew of new licensing and merchandising partners for its CG reimagining of classic adventure property The Jungle Book. The most high-profile deals were signed by DQE’s partner in North America, Australia and South Africa, SMC Entertainment Group, in collaboration home video distribution licensee Phase4 [...]
Henson’s HIP in Love with ‘Egg’
HIP (Henson Independent Properties), The Jim Henson Company’s third party media distribution and consumer products banner, has acquired global rights outside of Asia for YouTube sensation I Love Egg from Korea’s D&H Inc. The acquisition marks the first property deal for HIP that spans both global consumer products and international [...]
Studio 100 ‘Maya the Bee’ Has Global Buzz
European family entertainment producer Studio 100 will be rolling out an extensive licensing program to support its revamp of kids property Maya the Bee—accompanying the 3D CG-animated series (78 x 13) international broadcast launch. The new show based on the popular ‘70s character has already sold in over 130 countries. [...]
Silver Dolphin Launches ‘Little Critter’ Apps
Little Critter, the ambiguously rodent-like character from children’s author Mercer Mayer’s beloved series, has come a long way since his publishing debut in 1975. Stepping into the 21st century, Little Critter is starring in new interactive adventures for young children thanks to kids’ educational/activity books publisher Silver Dolphin Books. The [...]
Fuhu Signs Deal for Nick Tablets, Content
Nickelodeon and kids’ consumer products developer Fuhu Inc. have announced a multi-year deal that will see Fuhu produce and distribute Nickelodeon-themed table accessories and nabi Jr. tablets pre-loaded with the network’s content. The first product of the partnership is the recently released touch-screen nabi Jr. tablet, which comes with educational apps, games [...]
Cartoon Network, Legoland Plan ‘Chima’ Park Expansion
LEGOLAND Florida has announced a new park extension coming to the LEGO themed land this summer. Joining the park’s 50-plus rides, shows and attractions for kids 2-12 and their families will be World of Chima—based on the new LEGO product line Legends of Chima and presented by Cartoon Network. This [...]
Peter Byrne to Head DHX Media’s Licensing Company
DHX Media has appointed Peter Byrne as the new CEO of its wholly owned licensing company, Copyright Promotions Licensing Group. CPLG has a renowned reputation in the licensing business, managing the licensing and merchandising rights for some of the leading entertainment, sports and consumer goods brands, including clients such as [...]
WeLoveFine’s New ‘Gravity Falls’ Tees & Design Contest
Something to get your credit card information-typing finger all itchy: “for fans, by fans” online merchandiser www.WeLoveFine.com has caved to audience demand and unveiled cool new tees inspired by Disney Channel’s toon comedy series Gravity Falls (created by Alex Hirsch). WeLoveFine is the exclusive licensee for Gravity Falls apparel. Check [...]
Academy Makes Animation...
The Board of Governors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has...
Shout! Unleashes...
The Eisner Award-winning comic-book series by Joe Quesada, Paul Jenkins, Bill...
