By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter BBC Studios has promoted Murilo Hinojosa to the position of VP for consumer products and commercial partnerships across Latin America. Since he first joined BBC Studios in 2021, Hinojosa has been responsible for growing the Bluey childrens' brand throughout Mexico and Latin America. This included securing new territorial agents and … [Read more...] about Who’s News: BBC Studios Promotes Murilo Hinojosa to Consumer Products VP for Latin America
Children's Shows
Puzzle Post Partners with Novel Entertainment for Licensed Horrid Henry Games
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Novel Entertainment has partnered with Puzzle Post to develop two escape room-inspired puzzle games based on the Horrid Henry IP. Puzzle Post is a UK-based toy and game company that focuses on the concept of of an escape room challenge in an envelope. The company creates high-quality puzzles and games that are delivered in the mail for … [Read more...] about Puzzle Post Partners with Novel Entertainment for Licensed Horrid Henry Games
Sesame Workshop Launches New Resources and Collaborations for Autism Acceptance Month
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Sesame Workshop has launched new Sesame Street-themed educational resources and licensing promotions in celebration of Autism Acceptance Month. The branded Autism Acceptance Month educational resources are focused on the value and importance of animal interaction for children and adults on the autism spectrum. The new bilingual resources … [Read more...] about Sesame Workshop Launches New Resources and Collaborations for Autism Acceptance Month
Who’s News: Fred Rogers Productions Names New Licensing Director
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Katie Huber has joined Fred Rogers Productions as the company's new Senior Director of Licensing. “I have fond memories of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood from my childhood and am delighted and honored to now be a part of Fred Rogers Productions,” said Huber. “I am thrilled to help extend Fred’s legacy to new generations of children and their … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Fred Rogers Productions Names New Licensing Director
Looney Tunes Characters Going For Gold at the Olympics
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The gang from Looney Tunes will be going "faster, higher, and stronger," together with the International Olympic Committee. "Through the licensing collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products, the timeless charm of Looney Tunes characters will add to our celebration of the Olympic values: the power of sport, the power … [Read more...] about Looney Tunes Characters Going For Gold at the Olympics
Nickelodeon Bringing The Last Airbender to Roblox
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Paramount Game Studios is bringing a battleground-style experience to the Roblox platform this summer based on Nickelodeon’s Avatar: The Last Airbender franchise. The first official Avatar experience on the platform is developed by Looty Games, an established Roblox developer studio and veteran of the battlegrounds genre. The project is … [Read more...] about Nickelodeon Bringing The Last Airbender to Roblox
Sesame Street Is Literally Moving to the American Dream Entertainment Complex
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The next time someone asks me how to get, how to get to Sesame Street, I'll have an answer. It's over in New Jersey at the American Dream entertainment center. The big move for Sesame Street and its cast of characters is happening as American Dream and Sesame Workshop collaborate on a new 'Sesame Street Learn & Play Educational … [Read more...] about Sesame Street Is Literally Moving to the American Dream Entertainment Complex
Teenaged Mutant Ninja Turtles Even More Mutated!
TLL Staff Playmate Toys has created action figures based on Teenaged Mutant Ninja Turtles that can mutate as needed. The new Mutations Mix ‘N Match Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles action figures are based on the upcoming Paramount+ animated series Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. As a terrifying new foe emerges in New York City, the Turtles have to lend a hand … [Read more...] about Teenaged Mutant Ninja Turtles Even More Mutated!
Miraculous Signs Multiple New and Returning Licensees
Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The animation studio ZAG has signed a roster of multi-media deals for its award-winning global franchise, Miraculous. Jeremy Zag, Founder and CEO of ZAG, says he's been thrilled by the continuing support from licensees for Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug and Cat Noir. "I would have never imagined that one of our creations would resonate across … [Read more...] about Miraculous Signs Multiple New and Returning Licensees
Scholastic Fuels Media Expansion With Acquisition of 9 Story
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The publisher Scholastic (NASDAQ: SCHL) has signed a definitive agreement for a major strategic investment in 9 Story Media Group. The $186 million investment will see Scholastic acquire 100% of the economic interest in and a minority of voting rights in 9 Story, a successful Canadian animation studio. Scholastic is a leading global … [Read more...] about Scholastic Fuels Media Expansion With Acquisition of 9 Story