Tag: The Gruffalo
Fish Tale: ‘Tiddler’ Producer Barney Goodland Reflects on the Making of Magic Light’s Swimming CG Special
Ever since Michael Rose and Martin Pope first collaborated on an adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s book The Gruffalo back in 2009,...
BBC & Magic Light Pics Announce ‘The Scarecrows’ Wedding’ Animated Adaptation
BBC and and multi-Oscar-nominated producers Magic Light Pictures have announced production of The Scarecrows’ Wedding — the studio's latest animated adaption of a work...
‘Tiddler’ Makes a Ratings Splash with BBC Viewers
An audience of 7.3 million tuned in to watch Magic Light Pictures’ latest animated special, Tiddler, on BBC iPlayer and BBC One, according to...
Magic Light’s ‘Tiddler’ Paddles to BBC Christmas Release with New Trailer
Magic Light Pictures (The Gruffalo, Zog, The Snail and the Whale, Tabby McTat) has revealed the first official trailer for its 2024 Christmas animation...
First Look: Magic Light’s New BBC Special ‘Tiddler’ Swims to Christmas Release
The BBC and multi-Oscar nominated producers Magic Light Pictures have today released a first look at their next animated collaboration, Tiddler — the story...
Brand Licensing Europe Has Big Plans for Special 25th Anniversary Edition
One of the top licensing events of the year is celebrating its 25th anniversary this month. Brand Licensing Europe will be attracting around close...
Hannah Waddingham to Swim with New BBC/Magic Light Christmas Special, ‘Tiddler’
The BBC and Magic Light Pictures will present a new animated special this Christmas called Tiddler. Based on the popular book by Julia Donaldson and Axel...
‘Tabby McTat’ Producer Barney Goodland Introduces Magic Light’s Purrfect New Special
BBC audiences are treated to a new animated adaptation of a children’s book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler this Christmas. Produced by Magic...
Magic Light Lights Up Exclusive ‘Tabby McTat’ Trailer, Christmas Idents for BBC One
An exclusive, “first look” trailer for this year’s BBC One and BBC iPlayer Christmas animation, Tabby McTat, has been delivered ahead of the movie's holiday...
‘The Velveteen Rabbit’ Producer Martin Pope Discusses Bringing a Beloved Toy to Life
The final weeks of the year are the perfect time for the family to catch well-made adaptations of heart-warming literary properties. This year, you...
Apple TV+’s ‘Velveteen Rabbit’ Trailer Teases Fully-Animated Moments
Apple TV+ today released the trailer for the Apple Original special The Velveteen Rabbit, premiering globally on Wednesday, November 22. The footage give a...
Manchester Animation Festival Reveals Full Program
Organizers of the U.K.'s Manchester Animation Festival have announced the program for the ninth edition, taking place November 12-17. The lineup covers more than...
Magic Light at 20: Co-founders Michael Rose and Martin Pope Look Back at Early Days of Their Award-Winning Prod.Co.
Connoisseurs of quality, meticulously crafted animation are familiar with the wonderful, award-wining specials produced by U.K.-based Magic Light Pictures. Beginning with The Gruffalo in...
Magic Light Pictures’ ‘Pip and Posy’ Returns to Milkshake! for Second Season
The the BAFTA-nominated bunny and mouse BFFs of animated series Pip and Posy (104 x 7', children 3-5) are returning to Channel 5's Milkshake! for another...
Leonine Studios Acquires Stake in Toon2Tango
As of today (Friday, Oct. 14), Leonine Holding GmbH acquires a 25.1 percent share in Toon2Tango GmbH & Co. KG, based in Munich. With...
First Look: Magic Light Reveals ‘The Smeds and the Smoos’ Ahead of BBC Debut
Oscar-nominated producer Magic Light Pictures (The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, Revolting Rhymes) is ready to introduce the world to the animated stars of The...
22 Things to See and Do at Brand Licensing Europe ’22
This year’s Brand Licensing Europe kicks off in just six days, running from Tuesday to Thursday, September 20-22 at ExCeL London. Attendees can register...
‘Superworm’: Meet Magic Light’s Incredible Invertebrate! (New Trailer)
Superworm
***This article originally appeared in the January '22 issue of Animation Magazine (No. 316)***
It wouldn’t be a proper holiday season without another charming animated...
Dan Ojari & Mikey Please Craft a Bird’s Eye View of Christmas in ‘Robin Robin’
***This article originally appeared in the December '21 issue of Animation Magazine (No. 315)***
Fans of Aardman Animations’ charming stop-motion gems will get an early...
Licensing Awards 2021 Winners Announced
The Licensing Awards have announced their winners for 2021, revealed in a ceremony held September 14. More than 200 retail buyers formed a judging...
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