Mercury Filmworks Announces Series from In-House Trio
Canadian animation studio Mercury Filmworks has greenlit the development of BloopyMerps, an animated series created by three long-term employees of the company.
Donkey Hodie to Premiere on PBS Kids May 3
Donkey Hodie, a new children’s puppet series produced by Fred Rogers Productions, will premiere on PBS Kids on May 3, 2021.
Oggy and the Cockroaches Franchise Expands Globally
French animation studio Xilam Animation has secured a wave of international broadcast deals across its Oggy and the Cockroaches franchise.
Barbie Named Top Global Toy Property of 2020 by NPD
The NPD Group named Mattel’s Barbie brand the Global Top Toy Property of the Year for 2020. In addition, Hot Wheels Singles 1/64 assortment was recognized as the Global Top Selling Toy of the Year.
Harry Potter Recognized in NPD Toy Industry Awards
As part of its Global and European Toy Industry Performance Awards, the NPD Group recognized Harry Potter as a top gaining property of 2020 in the Games & Puzzles Category.
Stan Lee Series Sneak Peek Announced
Genius Brands announced a sneek peak at the Stan Lee’s Superhero Kindergarten series, produced by and starring Arnold Schwarzenegger
NPD Group: U.S. Toy Sales Grew 16% in 2020
The NPD Group announced U.S. retail sales of toys generated $25.1 billion in 2020, an increase of 16% or $3.5 billion.
Octonauts Grants Toy Rights to Moose Toys
As part of the deal, Moose Toys will create a full range of Octonauts toys including figures, vehicles, playsets, plush, games and more.
‘Making It In The Toy Industry’ Launches Season 2
Making It In The Toy Industry, a toy industry podcast hosted by the Toy Coach Azhelle Wade, announces the release of its second season.