By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Universal has big plans to mark the 40th anniversary of "Where's Wally" in 2027. The character who inspired millions of hours of meticulous searching first appeared in 1987. Also known as "Where's Waldo" in many global markets, Wally's red-and-white striped jumper, bobble hat, and glasses have become an internationally and instantly … [Read more...] about Where’s Wally? Next Year He’ll Be Everywhere!
Entertainment/Character
Godzilla Stomps Into Fairy Tales in New Book From Penguin
By Gary Symons TLL Editor-in-Chief A fairy-tale village is about to have a very bad day, thanks to a visitor who has never been known for tiptoeing around. “Godzilla Stomp!,” a hardcover picture book for ages 4 to 8, went on sale Tuesday from Penguin Young Readers. Written by Katherine Locke and illustrated by Nikolas Ilic, the story is a comic take on the idea of the Toho … [Read more...] about Godzilla Stomps Into Fairy Tales in New Book From Penguin
Hundreds of Spider-Men Swing into New York Comic-Con
By Gary Symons TLL Editor-in-Chief The New York Comic-Con (NYCC) was inundated in a sea of blue and red as hundreds of Spider-Men took over the event in an attempt to set a new Guinness World Record. The two companies were trying to smash the current record of 685 people showing up to NYCC in authentic Spider-Man outfits. Sadly, the attempt fell just short, but a … [Read more...] about Hundreds of Spider-Men Swing into New York Comic-Con
Mediawan Announces Production of Live-Action Miraculous Series
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir is being adapted as a live-action series, co-produced by See-Saw Films and Miraculous Corp. The new show is based on the popular animated series of the same name, created by Thomas Astruc, Jeremy Zag and Nathanaël Bronn. See-Saw Films and Miraculous Corp. are separate companies, but both … [Read more...] about Mediawan Announces Production of Live-Action Miraculous Series
Peppa Pig Kicks Off Multiyear Deal With The Football Association
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Hasbro and The Football Association have announced a multiyear collaboration that will bring the preschool character Peppa Pig into the world of England national soccer for the first time. The multiplatform licensing program will launch in summer 2027, and will include original content, consumer products, retail and publishing. As part of … [Read more...] about Peppa Pig Kicks Off Multiyear Deal With The Football Association
Who’s News: Xilam Announces Key Promotions and New Co-CEO
By Gary Symons TLL Editor-in-Chief The French animation studio Xilam has appointed Caterina Gonnelli-Linden as co-chief executive officer, and promoted two other senior executives to deputy CEO roles. Xilam's board says it named Gonnelli-Linden to the post on the recommendation of the chairman. Camille Wiplier and Safaa Benazzouz were promoted to deputy chief executive … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Xilam Announces Key Promotions and New Co-CEO
Let’s Do the Time Warp Again With Rocky Horror Bobbleheads
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Fans of antici...pation can finally stop waiting: the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum has launched a Kickstarter campaign to produce the first-ever bobbleheads based on "The Rocky Horror Show." The collection features seven bobbleheads based on the original 1973 stage production that inspired the cult film "The Rocky Horror … [Read more...] about Let’s Do the Time Warp Again With Rocky Horror Bobbleheads
Popeye Flexes Fashion Muscles With New Collection From Kapital
By Gary Symons TLL Editor-in-Chief Popeye, the spinach-powered sailor man, is flexing his fashion muscles with a new licensed apparel collection. Eighty-plus years after he first rolled up his sleeves, Popeye is still finding new ways to strongarm his way onto the fashion scene, this time with a vintage-workwear twist courtesy of Japanese label Kapital. Popeye brand … [Read more...] about Popeye Flexes Fashion Muscles With New Collection From Kapital
Fred Rogers Renews Licensing Partnership With 9 Story for Daniel Tiger
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Fred Rogers Productions have renewed its global licensing partnership for Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, extending the agreement with 9 Story Brands for an additional seven years. The agreement covers a show now in its eighth season on PBS Kids, with 9 Story Brands acting as Daniel Tiger's exclusive licensing partner for the entire time. Over … [Read more...] about Fred Rogers Renews Licensing Partnership With 9 Story for Daniel Tiger
Interactive Game Mallow Launches With Miraculous as First Partner
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Miraculous has become the first global entertainment brand to launch on Mallow, a new screen-free voice gaming platform. Mallow is designed for kids aged 4 to 10, and was launched in France this week, with a U.S. rollout planned for 2027. Miraculous Corp., which owns the Miraculous franchise in a joint venture with Mediawan, is a French … [Read more...] about Interactive Game Mallow Launches With Miraculous as First Partner