Extensive toy range based on global hit animated property will launch in Fall 2022, under partnership brokered by WildBrain CPLG The Netflix hit Chip & Potato is getting both a third season and a new Master Toy Partner, says producer Wildbrain. The company's consumer products division, Wildbrain CPLG, brokered a deal that will see JAKKS Pacific appointed to develop a wide … [Read more...] about Preschool Licensing: Wildbrain Appoints Jakks Master Toy Partner for Chip & Potato
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ViacomCBS Releases ‘More Than Dolls’ Study on Diversity and Inclusion
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief A study by ViacomCBS Consumer Products shows that a doll is not just a doll, and that representation of minorities in toy choices can dramatically impact how children view diversity. ViacomCBS unveiled the results of More Than Dolls on Nov. 18, a new study commissioned to examine diversity in the Dolls category and factors that fuel … [Read more...] about ViacomCBS Releases ‘More Than Dolls’ Study on Diversity and Inclusion
Toy Licensing: Bulldog Launching UK Licensing Program For Magic Mixies
The ‘wow toy of 2021’ from Moose Toys has experienced a phenomenal UK launch The toy phenomenon Magic Mixies is hitting the shores of the United Kingdom, quickly becoming one of the top products on every family's Christmas wish list. Now, Bulldog Licensing has extended its range of brands it represents under the Moose Toys umbrella with the enormously popular new launch, … [Read more...] about Toy Licensing: Bulldog Launching UK Licensing Program For Magic Mixies
Experiential Licensing: Mattel, Mobil 1 Partner On First Ever UNO World Championship in Vegas
Mattel says select fans will compete at the first-ever official UNO Championship Series Vegas Invitational Tournament, sponsored by Mobil 1, in Las Vegas on Nov. 11. The event is part of Mattel's 50th anniversary licensing program for the world's most popular family card game. Viewers from around the world can watch live on the UNO TikTok channel starting at 6 p.m. PST as the … [Read more...] about Experiential Licensing: Mattel, Mobil 1 Partner On First Ever UNO World Championship in Vegas
Licensing Awards: Toy Of The Year Finalists Named
The Toy Industry has announced the finalists for the coveted Toy of the Year Awards for 2022. From creative construction toys and innovative collectibles to lovable plush and toys for grown-ups, the finalists announced this week will certainly be topping wish lists this holiday season. Known as the "Oscars" of the toy industry, the TOTY Awards program recognizes the top … [Read more...] about Licensing Awards: Toy Of The Year Finalists Named
Toy Licensing: Moose Building CP Licensing Program Around Magic Mixies
Moose Toys says the runaway success of its Magic Mixies Magic Cauldron this fall has compelled the company to rapidly build a consumer products licensing program. "Magic Mixies is a great example of how Moose Toys continues to diversify its brand portfolio," said Menal McGrath, vice president, global licensing, Moose Toys. "Magic Mixies has strong licensing appeal. … [Read more...] about Toy Licensing: Moose Building CP Licensing Program Around Magic Mixies
Toy Licensing: PAW Patrol Gets Big Screen Sequel
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Toymaker Spin Master says its popular toy and TV series property PAW Patrol will be getting a sequel to its hit kids movie. Spin Master announced Nov. 3 it is producing a second big screen feature, entitled PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie, for its preschool powerhouse franchise. The CGI animated film is a Spin Master Entertainment production … [Read more...] about Toy Licensing: PAW Patrol Gets Big Screen Sequel
Retail Licensing: Toys R Us Returning to UK Through Licensing Deal
The dedicated toy store Toys R Us is coming back to the UK through a licensing deal between parent company WHP Global and Toys R Us ANZ. Through the agreement, Toys R Us ANZ acquires the exclusive license to run both digital and physical retail for both the Toys R Us brand and for Babies R Us. Toys R Us ANZ currently runs the Australian ecommerce websites for both brands after … [Read more...] about Retail Licensing: Toys R Us Returning to UK Through Licensing Deal
Toy Licensing: UNO Teams Up With Nike and Giannis for a Wild Product Collection
Mattel is launching the first-ever collaboration between UNO and Nike, featuring a product line developed in coordination with the 2019-20 Kia NBA Most Valuable Player and UNO fan, Giannis Antetokounmpo. “I want every product to be genuine and authentic, and playing UNO with my brothers is a big part of our lives,” said Antetokounmpo. “The Nike team has done a great job … [Read more...] about Toy Licensing: UNO Teams Up With Nike and Giannis for a Wild Product Collection
Video Game Licensing: Funrise and Psyonix Partner On Rocket League Replica Cars
The toymaker Funrise has partnered with video game developer Psyonix to bring its popular Rocket League cars into the real world as remote control vehicles. In a deal brokered by IMG, Funrise is creating a full range of customizable and remote controlled Rocket League replica cars, including both mini-RCs and full size RCs. The replicas are based on some of the most popular … [Read more...] about Video Game Licensing: Funrise and Psyonix Partner On Rocket League Replica Cars