Film & TV
Mattel gives The Beatles a MEGA makeover
“Our passionate and devoted designers have recreated a piece of rock’n’roll history which puts Beatles fandom on full display that we hope all will enjoy,” said Glenn Abell, Senior Vice President of MEGA.
Mattel celebrates 40 years of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles with Masters of the Universe collaboration
“Bringing the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles into Masters of the Universe is a dream come true for many action figure fans,” said PJ Lewis, VP and Global Head of Action Figures at Mattel.
Hot Wheels Let’s Race to land on Netflix in March
“We want to make audiences feel like they’re literally gripping the wheel for an unforgettable ride with Hot Wheels Let’s Race,” said Rob David, VP of Content Creative at Mattel Television Studios.
Bluey activity trail coming to Kew Gardens and Wakehurst
‘Bluey at Kew is a highlight of this year’s springtime family offer,” said Paul Denton, Head of Visitor Programmes and Exhibitions at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
Anderson Entertainment set to stage new musical celebration of Gerry Anderson
Stand By for Action! 2 Tunes of Danger to feature music from iconic TV catalogue.
Moose Toys and MrBeast to co-create new action figure brand
“This will be the most anticipated launch of the year,” said Paul Solomon, CEO of Moose Toys.
Peppa Pig to get LEGO DUPLO treatment
“Toddlers can be creative with the Peppa sets and play out stories with the iconic figure,” said Roberta Cardazzo, Design Manager at the LEGO Group.
Licensing Haüs to helm consumer products push for Heathcliff the Cat and Friends
“We’re excited to put together a stellar platform of licensed partners to tell the Heathcliff story,” said Maria Alcaide, President of Licensing Haüs.
Willsow’s Thomas Willday on Dragons’ Den, Shaun the Sheep – and growing a plantable books business
“It isn’t as daunting as it initially might seem!” Willsow Founder Thomas Willday talks us through the firm’s first foray into licensing.
What’s with The Wombles? Writer Phil Bowne discusses his role alongside the much-loved brand
Books, bibles and buzz: what’s new with The Wombles? Head of Publishing Phil Bowne tells all…