Film & TV
BBC Studios and Penguin Random House renew publishing deal for Bluey
“As Bluey fandom continues to soar, we look forward to bringing even more Bluey stories inspired by the beloved TV show to families,” said Jan Paterson, Director of Book and Audio Publishing at BBC Studios.
MGA Entertainment teams with Paramount for Bratz x Mean Girls dolls
“This collaboration will go down in pop culture history,” said Bratz Vice President of Creative, Chelsea Green.
Hasbro readies Dungeons & Dragons anniversary album
The album’s 12 original tracks are designed to evoke locations within the Forgotten Realms.
Amazon MGM Studios and WildBrain CPLG detail fresh Wednesday collaborations
“We’re just getting started in unlocking Wednesday’s full merchandising potential,” said Jamie Kampel, Head of Amazon MGM Studios Consumer Products and Interactive Licensing.
The Traitors: Live Experience will “push the boundaries of immersive entertainment”, says Immersive Everywhere
“Our team is dedicated to delivering an unforgettable adventure that captures the essence of The Traitors while adding our own creative twist,” said Elliot Hargreaves, Joint-CEO of Immersive Everywhere.
Read the Brands Untapped Creative Guide online now
The Brands Untapped Creative Guide profiles 14 different studios and is also available to pick up at BLE from the Brands Untapped booth – E175.
Sophie Bloomfield and Aardman’s Ben Townsend on cracking collaborations for Wallace & Gromit
Creative consultant Sophie Bloomfield and Aardman’s Licensing Approvals Co-ordinator Ben Townsend on why the brand continues to soar in consumer products.
Magic Light Pictures bolsters The Gruffalo’s food portfolio with Cocoba Chocolate, Cake Decor and Just Love Food
“FMCG is a really important category for us to develop the Gruffalo brand further,” said Aidan Taylor-Gooby, Licensing Director, Magic Light Pictures.
Magic Light Pictures partners with Products of Change on sustainable package guide
“We have already had wonderful feedback from the licensees who have seen the guide and hope other industry professionals can benefit from it,” said Alex Sanson, Senior Brand Manager at Magic Light Pictures.
Haven to helm licensing push for The Wiggles
“The Wiggles’ TV, music, touring, and YouTube numbers are massive, and they represent core areas of focus as we look to build and strengthen our presence in the US and UK markets,” said Tom Punch, Managing Director at Haven Licensing.