By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Sony Pictures is continuing its program of adapting top video games into films and series with three new adaptations. The new films and series will include adaptations of the runaway hit game Helldivers (pictured above), Horizon Zero Dawn, and Ghost of Tsushima. The announcements were made at the CES 2025 tech trade show, where Sony … [Read more...] about Sony Pictures Announces Three New Video Game Adaptations
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Licensing Roundup: Saks x SNL and Vengeance Most Fowl Fashion
Saks Fifth Avenue and “SNL” Join Forces for 50th Anniversary Celebration Saks Fifth Avenue and NBCUniversal are celebrating the 50th anniversary of Saturday Night Live (SNL) with an exclusive collaboration. Customers can shop SNL-inspired merchandise on Saks.com, featuring clothing and accessories from Favorite Daughter and a special edition of Le Labo’s SANTAL 26 candle … [Read more...] about Licensing Roundup: Saks x SNL and Vengeance Most Fowl Fashion
Disney and BBC Studios Announce Animated Bluey Film
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter BBC Studios has partnered with The Walt Disney Company to develop an animated feature film for the Bluey entertainment franchise. “We are incredibly excited to take Bluey to cinemas given its extraordinary success on a global scale – it is some of the most popular IP in the world," said BBC Studios CEO, Tom Fussell. "It has been such a … [Read more...] about Disney and BBC Studios Announce Animated Bluey Film
Spin Master and UP&E Expand How To Train Your Dragon Toy Partnership
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Spin Master and Universal Products & Experiences (UP&E) are renewing and expanding upon their long-standing toy partnership for How to Train Your Dragon. The updated agreement builds on the existing relationship between the two companies with global rights to the toy license for the franchise's upcoming live-action film. "We have … [Read more...] about Spin Master and UP&E Expand How To Train Your Dragon Toy Partnership
Wildbrain Builds on LEGO Partnership with YouTube Distribution Agreement
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter WildBrain and the Lego Group have expanded their existing partnership to include licensed Lego content on Wildbrain's YouTube distribution network. An expansion of an existing licensing partnership, the updated agreement has added official content from four different Lego franchises to the company's extensive global network of Youtube … [Read more...] about Wildbrain Builds on LEGO Partnership with YouTube Distribution Agreement
Clairefontaine Develops Licensed Stationery Inspired by Frida Kahlo
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Clairefontaine and the Frida Kahlo Corporation have signed a licensing partnership for a stationery and gift collection inspired by the late artist's classic paintings. Facilitated by the Art Ask Agency on behalf of the Frida Kahlo brand, the collaborative licensing partnership will offer a wide range of paper products based on themes … [Read more...] about Clairefontaine Develops Licensed Stationery Inspired by Frida Kahlo
Who’s News: Miraculous Expands Global Leadership Team
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Miraculous Corp has expanded its global leadership team with two new executive appointments. The two leadership appointments include Ashley Depp as the company's new SVP of marketing & franchise and Heath Kenny as Miraculous Corp's new CCO (chief content officer). “Heath and Ashley bring a wealth of expertise, visionary … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Miraculous Expands Global Leadership Team
Teddy Mountain and Encantos Bring Canticos Plush Toys to Life
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The global DIY plush toy producer Teddy Mountain has partnered with Encantos Media Studios to launch plush toys inspired by the pre-school series Canticos. Canticos is a bilingual preschool series celebrating Latino culture through Spanish-language nursery rhymes like Los Pollitos and Sol Solecito. Featuring adorable characters like … [Read more...] about Teddy Mountain and Encantos Bring Canticos Plush Toys to Life
Licensing International Announces 2024 Rising Star Award Recipients
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Licensing International has announced the eight licensing professionals who will receive the 2024 Global Rising Star Award. This year’s Rising Stars will be honored during the Hall of Fame Induction Gala and Global Rising Star Awards on December 4, 2024, at Gotham Hall in New York City. The event is a fundraiser for Licensing … [Read more...] about Licensing International Announces 2024 Rising Star Award Recipients
Blvck Paris Collaborates with WBDGCP on Batman-Inspired Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Blvck Paris has launched an exclusive Batman-themed capsule collection in partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products (WBDGCP). The limited-edition collection includes a range of products that combine the minimalist all-black streetwear aesthetic of the Blvck Paris brand with licensed characters and logos from the … [Read more...] about Blvck Paris Collaborates with WBDGCP on Batman-Inspired Collection