By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Marvel Studios and pioneering eyewear company Gunnar Optiks have just introduced officially-licensed Guardians of the Galaxy Groot Edition blue light blocking glasses. Gunnar says the Marvel Comic’s Groot Glasses are "perfect for unleashing your inner superhero and combating intergalactic threats, like the harmful effects of visible … [Read more...] about Marvel Studios and Gunnar Release Groot-Themed Gaming Glasses
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Update: ‘S’ is for ‘Settlement’ on Sesame Street This Week
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Good news for Sesame Workshop, which staved off a potential strike by writers and achieved a tentative agreement with their union. There was a very real chance writers for Sesame Workshop could have hit the picket line as their contract ended on April 19. Instead, the company has reached a tentative agreement, and writers with the Writers … [Read more...] about Update: ‘S’ is for ‘Settlement’ on Sesame Street This Week
Who’s News: Xilam Animation Promotes Chloé Menier to Brand Manager
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterFrench entertainment studio Xilam Animation has promoted Chloé Menier to the newly-created position of brand manager.As the new brand manager, Chloé Menier will be taking on many of the duties that Xilam’s previous licensing director, Capucine Humblot, was responsible for before she departed the company last week to pursue a new project.“We are … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Xilam Animation Promotes Chloé Menier to Brand Manager
Amazon MGM Studios Unveils Extensive Fallout Licensing Program
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Amazon MGM Studios has launched an extensive licensing program for its upcoming post-apocalyptic Fallout series. The Fallout licensing program currently includes 15 partners across a wide range of product categories such as apparel, accessories, collectibles, beverages and more. In addition, the company is launching a dedicated Amazon … [Read more...] about Amazon MGM Studios Unveils Extensive Fallout Licensing Program
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
Chilling New Licensed Products Coming For Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
TLL Staff Sony Pictures Consumer Products is inviting fans of Ghostbusters to gear up for the next chapter with new products and collaborations from the pop culture phenomenon. Sony has created a robust consumer products program for the upcoming Ghostbusters installment, anchored by key licensees including Hasbro, Funko, Timberland, Wuxly, and Kellogg’s, The launch … [Read more...] about Chilling New Licensed Products Coming For Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
The Thunderbirds Are Back With New Model From Anderson Entertainment
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Sci fi fans will be thrilled to see Anderson Entertainment is taking pre-orders for their new, limited edition model of the famed Thunderbird 2. The space ship is likely the most famous of all the futuristic vehicles that came from the mind of writer and producer Gerry Anderson, and will be instantly recognizable to anyone who watched … [Read more...] about The Thunderbirds Are Back With New Model From Anderson Entertainment
Molang in Concert With Top K-Pop Band Tomorrow x Tomorrow
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Millimages and Tomorrow x Tomorrow (TXT) are hosting a live Molang and TXT-themed fan event for the K-pop band's fifth anniversary. “K-pop culture is a part of Molang’s brand identity. said Millimages director, Alexandra Algard-Mikanowski. "With TXT members being genuine fans of our Molang, it seemed only fitting to accompany this … [Read more...] about Molang in Concert With Top K-Pop Band Tomorrow x Tomorrow
Kartoon Studios Licenses Llama Llama for Books and Plush
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Kartoon Studios has expanded its partnership with Penguin Young Readers to launch licensed products from the Llama Llama franchise for the KOHL’s Cares initiative. Based on the book series by author and illustrator Anna Dewdney, Kartoon Studios' Llama Llama is a Netflix Original animated preschool series about early childhood experiences … [Read more...] about Kartoon Studios Licenses Llama Llama for Books and Plush
Who’s News: Warner Appoints New SVP for Consumer Products in EMEA Region
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Warner Bros. Discovery has promoted Philippe Roucoule to senior vice president of EMEA consumer products. Roucoule previously held the position of VP of category and retail business development for WBD. In his new role, Roucoule will be responsible for leading all of the company's consumer products operations across EMEA (Europe, Middle … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Warner Appoints New SVP for Consumer Products in EMEA Region