By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Victura Media, a new entertainment franchise company, was just unveiled at MIPCOM 2024 in Cannes. Victura was founded by entertainment executive Thom Chapman (pictured) and executive producer Gráinne McNamara, and is based in the UK and Canada. The company announced at its launch that it has already secured a slate of IP, which … [Read more...] about Entertainment & Licensing Company Victura Launches at MIPCOM
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Toonz and Angel Studios Team Up On Anime Series
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The global studio Toonz Media Group has joined with Angel Studios to distribute 'Gabriel and the Guardians', a series based on the Dead Sea Scrolls The epic fantasy series follows Gabriel, a Celestial Guardian tasked with protecting the Tree Eternal as he remains steadfast in his purpose while even his closest companions falter. He … [Read more...] about Toonz and Angel Studios Team Up On Anime Series
New Kidazzle Company Named Master Toy Partner for Iyanu Animated Series
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Kidazzle has announced its official launch alongside its appointment as master toy licensee for Lion Forge Entertainment’s upcoming animated series, Iyanu. Under the multi-year master toy partnership, Kidazzle will be responsible manufacturing and marketing an extensive range of toys inspired by characters and settings from the Iyanu franchise. … [Read more...] about New Kidazzle Company Named Master Toy Partner for Iyanu Animated Series
Millimages Expands Licensing Program for Molang Across Latin America
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterMillimages has announced several new licensing agreements and content sales in Latin America for its Molang entertainment brand. Created by Korean illustrator Hye Ji Yoon, Molang is a cute, gender-neutral bunny that focuses on joy, compassion, and love. Since its acquisition by Millimages in 2015, Molang's international presence has expanded to … [Read more...] about Millimages Expands Licensing Program for Molang Across Latin America
‘Arthur’ Creator Marc Brown Hops Into New Kids Series With CBC
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Epic Story Media (ESM) and CBC Kids have confirmed a licensing agreement for the new preschool comedy series Hop. Created by Marc Brown, the Hop animated series follows group of friends that is led by an enthusiastic frog named Hop who has one leg that is shorter than the other. ESM has engaged the non-profit organization RespectAbility as … [Read more...] about ‘Arthur’ Creator Marc Brown Hops Into New Kids Series With CBC
Heathside and Alcon TV Group Partner On Collectibles for The Expanse
By Allison WatkinsonTLL ReporterHeathside Trading Ltd. has secured an agreement with Alcon Television Group to become an authorized licensee for The Expanse sci-fi franchise. Heathside Trading Ltd is a manufacturing and wholesale company that specializes in developing and distributing product ranges based on licensed pop-culture IPs. "So thrilled … [Read more...] about Heathside and Alcon TV Group Partner On Collectibles for The Expanse
Princess Sam Annoints New Licensing Agents in Europe
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Princess Sam Consumer Products has appointed two additional licensing agents for its Tara Duncan IP in key territories in Europe. The Tara Duncan brand was created by author and Princess Sam CEO, Sophie Audouin-Mamikonian as a series of fantasy adventure novels. Tara Duncan follows a magical girl from Earth who discovers she is heir … [Read more...] about Princess Sam Annoints New Licensing Agents in Europe
Public Broadcaster GBH Signs Key Content Licensing Deal
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Boston-based content creator GBH has signed a deal that will see its "treasure trove of IP" brought to scripted TV and feature films. Under the agreement, GBH will work with Anonymous Content, a global media company that produces multi-platform premium content and boasts an exceptional client roster which includes many of the … [Read more...] about Public Broadcaster GBH Signs Key Content Licensing Deal
Cartoon Saloon Signs Raft of Licensing Partners for Three Key IPs
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Cartoon Saloon Brand Development has secured new licensing partners for three of its entertainment brands ahead of the 2023 Licensing Expo. The three entertainment brands include Puffin Rock, The Irish Folklore Trilogy, and My Father's Dragon. Puffin Rock began as a children's TV series that follows puffin characters from the Irish … [Read more...] about Cartoon Saloon Signs Raft of Licensing Partners for Three Key IPs
Blues Clues is Back With New Episodes and Feature Film
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Nickelodeon is debuting new content for the popular Blue's Clue's children's entertainment franchise. The content includes a brand-new episode called The Case of the Missing Thinking Chair for the Blue’s Clues & You! TV series and the TV debut of the Paramount+ original movie Blue’s Big City Adventure. The Case of the Missing … [Read more...] about Blues Clues is Back With New Episodes and Feature Film