By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter YouTube's nature-based video creator Dr. Plants is hoping his licensing business will bloom, after signing on with the agency Volt Factor. Volt Factor has signed creator Dr. Plants for global representation across consumer products, content development, licensing and promotional partnerships. The agency is part of the growing trend of … [Read more...] about Volt Factor Signs YouTuber Dr. Plants for Global Representation
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Analysis: What the AI-Film “Misaligned” Means for Entertainment and Licensing
Caption: The AI-generated actor Tilly Norwood, as seen in the soon-to-be released film "Misaligned." By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The AI-powered studio Particle 6 has announced a film called “Misaligned,” starring its controversial AI creation Tilly Norwood, described as a coming-of-age comedy-drama with "existential AI chaos.” That existential AI chaos is … [Read more...] about Analysis: What the AI-Film “Misaligned” Means for Entertainment and Licensing
Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment Announces 2026 Wonder Women Awards Finalists
TLL Staff Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment, known as WiT, has announced the finalists for its 2026 Wonder Women Awards, recognizing leaders, innovators and change makers in the toy, licensing, consumer products, and entertainment industries. The organization's September gala will also honor Sherrie Westin, president and CEO of Sesame Workshop, with the Global … [Read more...] about Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment Announces 2026 Wonder Women Awards Finalists
“Halloween: The Game” Unveils New Map As Pre-Orders Begin
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Video game developer Illfonic is stalking new victims ... er, fans ... as it offers up new features for its long-awaited "Halloween: The Game." Based on the "Halloween" franchise of films and featuring the terrifying stalker Michael Myers, the game is set to launch with pre-sales of the physical editions of the asymmetrical stealth … [Read more...] about “Halloween: The Game” Unveils New Map As Pre-Orders Begin
Fred Rogers to Simon & Schuster: “Won’t You Be … My Publisher?”
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Fred Rogers' most common question was always "Won't you be my neighbor," but more recently the kids' TV icon asked the question, "Won't you be my publisher?" The answer from Simon & Schuster was an emphatic yes, and so they and Fred Rogers Productions are now expanding their publishing deal for "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood … [Read more...] about Fred Rogers to Simon & Schuster: “Won’t You Be … My Publisher?”
Disney and Formula 1 Auction Racing Helmets for Make-A-Wish
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Disney, Formula 1 and Make-A-Wish have partnered on a new initiative to help grant wishes for children with critical illnesses, the organizations announced. The collaboration centers on two custom racing helmets created in partnership with Bell Racing. The helmets were designed by Bret Iwan, the official voice of Mickey Mouse, with creative … [Read more...] about Disney and Formula 1 Auction Racing Helmets for Make-A-Wish
A Licensed “Margaritaville” Hammock Collection From Yellow Leaf
TLL Staff You can't get a more relaxed brand than Margaritaville ... unless it's Margaritaville combined with a Yellow Leaf Hammock. Every Margaritaville fan in the world got their wish this week as Yellow Leaf, a specialist in artisan-woven hammocks and hammock furniture, has become the hammock licensee for Margaritaville. The initial Margaritaville x Yellow Leaf Hammocks … [Read more...] about A Licensed “Margaritaville” Hammock Collection From Yellow Leaf
BBC Studios and LEGO Debut Animated Lego Series Based on “Bluey”
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief BBC Studios might need more blue LEGO bricks for this one, as it has partnered with LEGO Entertainment on a short-form animated series recreating iconic moments from the children's show "Bluey" in LEGO brick form. The series, called LEGO Bluey Shorts, consists of 10 episodes, each two minutes long. It launched Thursday on the official Bluey … [Read more...] about BBC Studios and LEGO Debut Animated Lego Series Based on “Bluey”
Live Experience Recreating the Grim World of Peaky Blinders
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter A new live experience based on the television series "Peaky Blinders" is set to open near London Bridge, inviting visitors to step into the world of the Shelby crime family through interactive gameplay and live actor performances. The attraction, called Peaky Blinders Underworld, will be housed within the historic railway arches at Arches … [Read more...] about Live Experience Recreating the Grim World of Peaky Blinders
Pudgy Penguins to Debut Origin Story Comic Series at San Diego Comic-Con
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The adorable character brand Pudgy Penguins will release its first official origin story in comic book form at San Diego Comic-Con 2026. The three-part comic book series, titled "Adventures of Pax Pengu & Polly," will debut at the legendary pop culture convention, which runs July 22-26 in San Diego. The series reveals the origin of the … [Read more...] about Pudgy Penguins to Debut Origin Story Comic Series at San Diego Comic-Con