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On the heels of the Digimon franchise’s 10th Anniversary, Toei Animation Inc. has finalized a licensing agreement with Well Go USA, Inc. for the DVD rights to Digimon Data Squad in the U.S. and Canada. Well Go USA will street a new box set, which includes the first thirteen episodes, this spring.
Digimon Data Squad follows the adventures of Marcus and his partner Digimon, Agumon as they challenge the menacing Digimon from the Digital World who intrude into the Human World to cause nothing but trouble. For their efforts, the pair is inducted into DATS (Data Squad) a special investigation unit called in to ensure planetary safety. Being a reformed schoolyard punk, Marcus learns to channel his belligerence toward the evil Digimon, and to work as a team to help protect the human world from ruin. (48 x 30’) |
“We are extremely delighted to have forged this important relationship with Well Go USA,” said Kanji Kazahaya, President and COO of Toei Animation Inc. “They are a global leader in the video distribution market and we are confident that Digimon Data Squad will perform very well in retail stores across the United States and in Canada.”
“We are excited to be working with Toei Animation and celebrating the 10 year anniversary of the Digimon franchise here in the U.S.” commented Tony Vandeveerdonk, VP Sales/Operations for Well Go USA. “Our first release will be a collectable special edition set packed with episodes from the newest Digimon Data Squad series. This long awaited DVD release is sure to please all Digimon fans.” |
