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ASIFA-Hollywood Heads to WonderCon
The event runs March 29-31 and features 900+ exhibitors and movie and TV programming exclusives; ASIFA panels include ‘Animation Superstars: Movers and Shakers,’ ‘The Greatest Cartoons Ever!’ and ‘Monsters of Adult Animation.’
Shout! Studios Heads to San Diego Comic-Con 2023
The leading multiplatform media company returns to SDCC with fan favorites, exclusive items, giveaways, and more; for those unable to make it in-person, Shout! TV will air a special re-cutting and re-imagining, Always a Sword: A Sword & Sorcery Adventure, July 19 at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT.
Watch ‘Oswald the Lucky Rabbit’ Return to Celebrate ‘Disney 100 Years of Wonder’
Created by Disney Animation’s storied hand-drawn animation team, the studio’s first breakout animated star is back in a new short, after a 94-year hiatus, marking the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company.
The Academy Museum Celebrates LAIKA Throughout October
‘The Magical Films of LAIKA’ program features remastered versions of the studio’s award-winning animated films that will be screened as part of the museum’s Family Matinees series.
Here are Marvel’s First Looks and Panels Coming to Disney’s D23 Expo
Marvel Studios plans to deliver attendees a 60th anniversary celebration of Spider-Man, a sprawling showcase of exclusive items and events, and more in Anaheim next month.
‘Looney Tunes: What's Up Block?’ Blockchain Program Launches This Summer
Warner Bros. and Nifty’s launch story driven NFTs for the legendary animated franchise; first drop features ‘Tweety’ in celebration of his 80th anniversary.
Netflix and CD PROJEKT RED’s ‘WitcherCon’ is Coming
The free global online event streams July 9-10 on Twitch and YouTube; fans of the games and TV series get a behind-the-scenes look at the popular franchise with panels, breaking news, and a preview of the upcoming mobile game ‘The Witcher: Monster Slayer.’
GUNDAM ONLINE EXPO Begins August 20
12-day digital event to feature exclusive figures never before available in the US, AR tour of THE GUNDAM BASE TOKYO, and special video content including instructional painting sessions with professional modeler Katsumi ‘Meijin’ Kawaguchi.
WEBTOON and Crunchyroll Team Up to Co-Develop New Animated Content
Mattel Announces Multi-Platform Slate of 22 Series
New television programs in development based on Mattel’s beloved portfolio of franchises and characters as well as new IP across a range of genres.
GUND Appointed First Licensing Partner for Netflix Series ‘Hilda’
Award-winning 2D animated series co-produced by Silvergate Media and Mercury Films signs top plush toy manufacturer as first licensing partner.
Netflix Announces New ‘Transformers’ Series
Produced by Rooster Teeth and animated at Polygon Pictures, ‘War For Cybertron’ launches on the streaming service in 2020.
Nickelodeon Marks 20 Years Of SpongeBob SquarePants With ‘Best Year Ever’
‘Best Year Ever’ kicks off July 12 with ‘SpongeBob’s Big Birthday Blowout,’ mixed live-action/animated special featuring voice cast playing human versions of their characters.
Guru Studio Names Playmates Toys Master Toy Partner For ‘Pikwik’
Playmates Toys to develop a range of preschool toys based on the new series coming to Disney Junior.
FIRST LOOK: ‘True and the Rainbow Kingdom’ Returns to Netflix with Special Valentine’s Day Episode
‘True: Happy Hearts Day’ the first release in a lineup of new content which includes all new episodes, seasonal specials, a 44-minute movie and a mix of comedic shorts and musical content rolling out on the service throughout 2019 and 2020.
China’s Alibaba to Partner with STX Entertainment on UglyDolls Franchise
New deal includes previously announced ‘UglyDolls’ animated feature film directed by Kelly Asbury along with an animated TV series, digital and print publishing, mobile and educational games, soundtrack and music, and merchandising and licensing programs.
STX Drops First Official Trailer for ‘UglyDolls’ Feature
Director Kelly Asbury’s animated musical family adventure inspired by the beloved plush toy line arrives in theaters on May 10, 2019.
UYoung to Localize ‘Space Racers’ for China
Preschool brand expands its Chinese market presence through multi-channel television distribution and consumer-products deal.
Millimages Scores Mulitiple Deals in China
Acamar Films Extends Master Toy Partnership with Fisher-Price for ‘Bing’
Major marketing launch leading into the holiday season and 2018 planned for new product offerings from popular preschool series.
Guru names Toy State Master Toy Partner for Netflix Series ‘True and the Rainbow Kingdom’
Netflix original preschool series is produced by Guru Studio in collaboration with Pharrell Williams’ i Am Other, iconic artists FriendsWithYou, and Home Plate Entertainment.
Genius Brands Expands Licensing Program for ‘Rainbow Rangers’
Slated to premiere in 2018 on Nickelodeon’s Nick Jr., ‘Rainbow Rangers’ rolls out comprehensive retail program spearheaded by Mattel’s Fisher-Price Toys as master toy partner with previously announced licensing partners H.E.R. Accessories, Bentex and Franco Manufacturing.
NECA Announces Multi-Category Merchandise Deal with LAIKA
New merchandise line launched just in time for San Diego Comic-Con 2017 includes bespoke reproductions of the Oscar-nominated animation studio’s hero puppets.
Sutikki Announces Licensees for New BBC Series ‘Moon and Me’
The kids and family division of Bento Box Entertainment announces lead partners including Redan, Immediate Media, Danilo, Jumbo Games, Amscan, Blueprint Collections and Paper Projects.