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Playmates and Paramount Reveal Star Trek: Prodigy Action Figures

Playmates Toys and Paramount Consumer Products have revealed a first look of the action figures from the Paramount+ animated series Star Trek: Prodigy. Star Trek: Prodigy follows a motley crew of young aliens who must figure out how to work together while navigating a greater galaxy, in search for a better future. These six young outcasts know nothing about the ship they have commandeered – a first in the history of the Star Trek franchise – but over the course of their adventures together, they will each be introduced to Starfleet and the ideals it represents. Produced by Nickelodeon Animation Studio and CBS Studios, Star Trek: Prodigy is currently available to stream exclusively on Paramount+ and will debut on Nickelodeon in the U.S. later this year.

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JAKKS Pacific Reports Fourth Quarter 2021 Financial Results

JAKKS Pacific, Inc. [NASDAQ: JAKK] has reported financial results for the fourth quarter, ended December 31, 2021.

Fourth Quarter 2021:
-Net sales were $188.0 million compared to $128.3 million last year; a 47% increaseGross margin of 26.6%, negatively impacted by a 950+ basis-point increase in ocean and inbound freight expenses

Mattel Announces Multiyear Global Licensing Partnership with Paramount Consumer Products for Nickelodeon’s Santiago of the Seas

Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced that it has entered into a multiyear global licensing agreement with Paramount Consumer Products for Nickelodeon’s animated preschool pirate adventure series, Santiago of the Seas. Through this agreement, Mattel has the licensing rights to create a full line of toys based on the property, which will be produced under the Fisher-Price brand, including dolls, figures, play sets, vehicles, role play, plush, ride-ons and more, expected to launch at retailers worldwide in 2022.

Youtube Comedy & Gaming Duo, LankyBox Partners with Bonkers Toys

LankyBox, the most highly viewed YouTube gaming duo in the world, has partnered with Bonkers Toys to create their first retail toy line. Stars Justin and Adam, along with their cast of animated characters including Boxy, Foxy, and Rocky, create high-energy, laugh-out-loud videos such as challenges, gaming and shorts. LankyBox averages over 1.5 billion video views per month with 18.6 billion lifetime views. Their videos are youthful and family-friendly making the brand an ideal fit for a toy launch.

MGM and Play.Works Debut the Pink Panther’s Secret Slots Game on Connected Television Devices

Metro Goldwyn Mayer (MGM), a leading entertainment company focused on the production of premium film and television content across platforms, and Play.Works, a leading Connected TV Influencer Video and Games Network, has unveiled that its new The Pink Panther’s Secret Slots game is now available through connected television devices. The game is available to play through the Play.Works Network, which reaches over 200 million homes and has the largest Connected TV games catalog in the world. It is the second of three titles being developed around the iconic character, with Pink Panther Time Traveler launching in 2021.

Spin Master’s 2022 Looks Bright with Toys and Activities that Inspire Creators, Fuel Fandoms and Promote Inclusive Play

Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY) a leading global children’s entertainment company is forecasting fun with the reveal of their toys, games and activities that will inspire children and their families around the globe this year. Spin Master’s 2022 portfolio delivers innovation with new intellectual property, expansions within popular evergreen brands and a showstopping cast of licensed characters and experiences.

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Moonbug Entertainment Announces the Appointment of Susan Vargo as Head of Live Events

Moonbug Entertainment Ltd. announces the appointment of Susan Vargo as Head of Live Events at Moonbug Entertainment where she is responsible for live events across all the Moonbug properties, including Blippi, CoComelon and Little Baby Bum.

The Inimitable Randimals Toys Make Their Debut

Randimals, a new company out of Sun Valley, Idaho announced the launch of its new plush and hard Randimals toys. These loveable creatures embody the mantra, “What makes us different, makes all the difference in the world!” Randimals are made up of two different animals, which means they are a unique blend of personalities, characteristics, instincts and skills. The heart of the Randimals story is about celebrating difference. It’s about recognizing that we are all unique and that it’s our differences that make us special.

9 Story Media Group and Karma’s World Entertainment Tap Students From FIT to Design Streetwear

9 Story Media Group, industry-leading creator, producer, and distributor of award-winning animated and live-action content for young audiences, and Karma’s World Entertainment, Chris “Ludacris” Bridges’ entertainment media company, are pleased to announce a first-of-its kind partnership with the Fashion Institute of Technology’s Design and Technology Lab (FIT DTech). Inspired by the hit animated Netflix series Karma’s World – for which fashion is central to the brand DNA – FIT students designed a 50-piece fashion-forward children’s collection for licensing partners to incorporate across a range of consumer categories, with the first product set to launch later this year. Designs include jumpsuits, jackets, sweatsuits, dresses, swimsuits, and footwear.