PARIS (July 2nd 2009) - Toei Animation Europe S.A.S and TF1 VISION will launch the popular animated properties, Captain Harlock and Ken the Great Bear Fist in VOD, on July 2nd 2009 in France.
These two series will be available on PC thought www.tf1vision.fr and in IPTV platforms through TF1 VISION stores (1.49€ each episode)
"The key titles of Captain Harlock and Ken the Great Bear Fist are very popular in France.
With these new VOD products, our anime fans will have the opportunity to rediscover their favorite series on TV as well as on their PC.
This is our first VOD exploitation in France, but we plan to develop our VOD business, not only in France but also in other European countries" said Mr. Kazahaya, Chief Operating Officer of Toei Animation Europe.
About Toei Animation Co. Ltd.
With headquarters in Tokyo and sales offices in Los Angeles, Hong Kong and Paris, Toei Animation (Jasdaq: 4816) ranks amongst the world's most prolific animation production studios. Toei Animation's operations include animation development and production, as well as worldwide marketing and program licensing. Founded in 2004, Toei Animation Europe is in charge of the distribution and exploitation of Toei Animation's animated series in Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
These two series will be available on PC thought www.tf1vision.fr and in IPTV platforms through TF1 VISION stores (1.49€ each episode)
"The key titles of Captain Harlock and Ken the Great Bear Fist are very popular in France.
With these new VOD products, our anime fans will have the opportunity to rediscover their favorite series on TV as well as on their PC.
This is our first VOD exploitation in France, but we plan to develop our VOD business, not only in France but also in other European countries" said Mr. Kazahaya, Chief Operating Officer of Toei Animation Europe.
About Toei Animation Co. Ltd.
With headquarters in Tokyo and sales offices in Los Angeles, Hong Kong and Paris, Toei Animation (Jasdaq: 4816) ranks amongst the world's most prolific animation production studios. Toei Animation's operations include animation development and production, as well as worldwide marketing and program licensing. Founded in 2004, Toei Animation Europe is in charge of the distribution and exploitation of Toei Animation's animated series in Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
