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Sustainability in Licensing Conference to take place in June
“Our aim with SILC 2021 is to help both future-proof our industry and our world,” said conference curator Helena Mansell-Stopher.
The Mandalorian named License of the Year at 2021 Toy of the Year Awards
11 out of the 19 winners were based on brands, including The Mandalorian, Spawn, Super Mario and Back to the Future.
Animated Cluedo series on the way from the studio behind Bob’s Burgers
“Clue is an iconic whodunit property that exudes mystery and intrigue, and has fans all over the world – we can’t wait to share our reimagined animated version with audiences,” said eOne’s Pancho Mansfield.
Risk TV series in the works from House of Cards creator Beau Willimon
“In Beau, we’ve found an amazing combination of brilliant producer, singular creator, and avid fan of Risk,” said Michael Lombardo, president global television at eOne.
Nike and Taschen explore the design process behind The Ten with ICONS book
The Ten was a sneakers collaboration that saw Off-White founder Virgil Abloh deconstruct and redesign ten iconic Nike shoes.
“Demand for retro brands” fuels Sesame Street homewares line from Texco
Texco will be developing a range of Sesame Street duvet sets, curtains, bean bags, towels, cushions and fleece blankets.
Hearst and Idle Group debut Country Living mattress collection
“Our most discerning, nap-enthusiast editors put a great deal of thought into every detail, from the quilted tops to the ticking stripe detailing,” said Rachel Hardage, Editor-in-Chief of Country Living.
Revlon appoints MDR Brand Management to lead brand expansion plans
“The Revlon brands’ notable international presence gives way for innovative products, formats and formulations, direct-to-consumer relationships and experiential opportunities,” said MDR CEO Daniel Avener.
Amazon Studios to adapt YA book series The Summer I Turned Pretty for TV
“In bringing this beloved novel to life as a television series, Jenny’s distinct voice will resonate with our global Prime Video audience, who are eager for more smart, funny and authentic Young Adult content,” said Albert Cheng, COO and Co-Head of Television at Amazon Studios.
Netflix to give anime treatment to Tomb Raider and Skull Island
Lara Croft will make her anime debut in a series that picks up after the events of the Tomb Raider video-game reboot trilogy.