Silvergate Media (Silvergate), producer of global hit IP Octonauts, is excited to announce plans for the broadcast launch of its new animated series, The Creature Cases, which follows the adventures of a unique detective duo who specialize in solving animal mysteries. The first season will debut on Netflix’s global streaming platform from 12th April, 2022.
Major lifestyle and motoring brand Motul has announced a partnership with Sunrich Toys & Hobby, which designs and manufactures the highest-quality scale model cars for the global hobby market. Sunrich will produce and distribute a special range of model cars featuring the classic red and white Motul livery. The deal was brokered by WildBrain CPLG, Motul’s global licensing agent (excluding APAC).
Rainbow High, NPD’s #1 Fashion Doll and #1 Doll of 2021 and two-time Toy Association Doll of the Year nominee, is thrilled to announce that entrepreneur and television personality, Paris Hilton, will be joining the cast of Rainbow High for four unforgettable episodes. The first highly-anticipated episode will air March 25 on YouTube. Paris will be introduced in animated form, portraying herself as the Headmistress of Pacific Coast High, marking the start of a collaboration inspired by the creativity and fashion that fuel both Paris and Rainbow High.
Skydance Animation has announced a multi-year agreement with leading global children’s entertainment company Spin Master, to become the studio’s master toy licensee. The first feature property included under the pact is Apple Original Film Spellbound, directed by Vicky Jenson, which will debut globally on Apple TV+. Spin Master will bring characters from the show to life with products including fashion dolls, mini-dolls and vehicles. The agreement also gives Spin Master the rights to develop toy lines for other upcoming Skydance animated features.
Award-winning global independent animation studio ZAG announced today the appointment of Rafael Baltodano, formerly with The Walt Disney Company, as Vice President, North America Retail Development. The announcement was made by Julian Zag, EVP Global Operations and Head of Consumer Products.
Sesame Workshop announced it will be expanding its animation slate with book-based properties, starting with the classic Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White . Partnering with WarnerMedia Kids & Family, Sesame Workshop will begin production in April on the recently greenlit family miniseries, which will be available on HBO Max and Cartoon Network in 2024.
Illumination and Universal Brand Development have collaborated with Italian luxury brand Moschino, to launch the Minions x Moschino Baby Kid Teen capsule collection, available now on Moschino.com. Illumination’s new feature film, Minions: The Rise of Gru, arrives in theaters 1 July.
JAKKS Pacific, Inc, a leading toy and consumer products manufacturer, has announced new Spring 2022 additions to its line of outdoor toys with cool new updated graphics coming to retail stores and online. A brand new trampoline has been added to the line up for $159.99 along with new additions of patio chairs, Fly Wheels, pop-up tents, music mats and many other specialty items in prices ranging from $9.99 to $59.99. For these price points, there is something every family can add for outdoor fun.
Pisces USA is excited to announce a brand new addition to their Natural Décor range – a stunning range of aquascaping rocks under the Aqua Natural brand. There are three unique and beautiful styles of rocks included with in this range under the ‘Aqua Natural’ brand. These are available exclusively through Pisces USA and will be on show at Global Pet Expo 2022, Booth 4644