Jazwares has signed a master licensing agreement becoming Netflix’s first for the “Stranger Things” franchise.As part of the agreement, Jazwares will launch a robust product line inspired by the show’s beloved characters and themes from the highly anticipated upcoming fifth and final season and its
Toy sales declined 0.6% in 2024 across 12 global markets (G12), including Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, Spain, United Kingdom, and the United States, according to Circana’s Retail Tracking Service.Sales of licensed toys increased 8% and accounted fo
Kids and family entertainment venture Toon2Tango, a LEONINE Animation Studios company, has signed an agreement with the globally successful toy manufacturer and leading international brand of authentic play figurines Schleich GmbH to develop and produce a 52x11’-part CGI animated entertainment con
BBC Studios and Disney Announce Bluey ’s First-Ever Animated Feature Film In an extraordinary milestone for the beloved Bluey franchise, BBC Studios and The Walt Disney Company have announced plans for the first-ever Bluey animated feature film. Slated for a global theatrical release in 2027, Disne
Munich based Studio 100 Film is thrilled to present two exceptional and highly anticipated German animated feature films at the upcoming European Film Market (EFM) in Berlin this February: “Conni and the Mystery of the Crane” and “Emmi & Unipig”.Conni and the Mystery of the Crane The beloved Conn
BBC Studios is delighted to announce that it has signed a global licensing deal with the world’s number one plush toy manufacturer Ty Inc. to produce a line of Beanie Babies for the Emmy® Award-winning animated TV sensation Bluey .The landmark deal is BBC Studios’ biggest with Ty Inc. to date and
Burgschneider, the leading medieval and fantasy costume maker, is excited to announce a landmark partnership with Middle-earth Enterprises, the owner of certain rights to The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings , four iconic books by J.R.R. Tolkien . The collaboration will bring officially licensed
Striker Entertainment is thrilled to announce its exclusive representation agreement with NHK Enterprises, Inc. a related company of NHK, Japan Broadcasting Corporation to spearhead the return of Domo , the beloved pop culture icon, into the North American consumer products mark
undefinedKing Features and Coach, have debuted a new collection inspired by the iconic forearm-flexing sailor, Popeye . Now at retail, Popeye’s new fashion line with Coach is the latest collaboration as the brand honors the beloved character’s 95th birthday this year while expanding on his presenc
Ground Up International , a leading footwear company, is excited to partner with Sanrio® , the global lifestyle brand and home to Hello Kitty to kick off 2025 with the launch of an exclusive Hello Kitty high-top sneaker , available only at Kids Foot Locker . This special release brings the belo
Buckle up for the ride of a lifetime! Studio 100 Film has added the high-octane animated feature “Rally - From Paris to the Pyramids” to its 2025 film slate and is thrilled to present the first footage of the film to buyers at this year’s European Film Market.“Rally - From Paris to the Pyramids” i
Marquee Brands has acquired Laura Ashley from Gordon Brothers.Founded in 1953, Laura Ashley has become synonymous with timeless design, blending delicate florals, vintage-inspired motifs and exceptional craftsmanship across hundreds of products and categories.The strategic acquisition retains Laur