Ahead of the New York Toy Fair 2023, Curiosity Ink Media, the original storytelling and Intellectual Property (IP)-generating subsidiary of Grom Social Enterprises, Inc, announces a new expansion of its Cats vs Pickles licensing program in association with Cepia, LLC. This licensing partnership with Well Played Toys is poised to introduce a diverse and innovative range of Cats vs Pickles products to the market. Managing the phenomenal VS World property, where the uniqueness of quirky and unexpected friendships shine, Curiosity Ink is committed to supporting the growing Cats vs Pickles fandom, a group that consistently collects 80 or more distinctive and charming characters. The anticipated new product line is slated to hit retail shelves by Q2 2024, offering fans new options to expand and display their Cats vs Pickles collections.

Moonbug Entertainment, a subsidiary of Candle Media, has announced expansion plans for its biggest global franchise, CoComelon, with master toy partner Jazwares. A new collection of toys featuring characters from the popular franchise will be on display at New York Toy Fair (Jazwares booth #2403) from September 30th to October 3rd. 

Goliath, a family-owned toy and game company, has announced an extension of its global partnership with Paramount Consumer Products to debut a series of plush toys for the new theatrical film, The Garfield Movie, produced by Alcon Entertainment and distributed by Sony Pictures Entertainment, only in theatres May 2024. As the official global plush partner for the highly anticipated film, Goliath will design, develop and manufacture cuddle-worthy plush toys. The collection will debut in parallel with the highly anticipated The Garfield Movie release, starring Chris Pratt as the voice of Garfield, in May 2024. Garfield and Odie 8” soft and huggable plush toys will be available on shelves and online starting at $9.99. The two characters are the first of a full character lineup that will reach the masses in Fall 2024.