Film & TV

“We are seeing great momentum building for the Totally Spies! brand ahead of the much-anticipated return of the series next year,” said Annick Bizet, New Business and Strategic Alliances Director at Banijay Kids & Family.

“The legacy of Jurassic Park is felt across the world,” said Melissa Rodriguez, vice president of franchise strategy for Universal Products & Experiences.

Felipe Noriega – Vice President & Regional Director, EMEA, Maxx Marketing & Licensing Matters – and Gurdeep Bains – Global Creative Director, Maxx Group & YuMe Toys – on the creative process behind their Disney 100 Surprise capsules.

The game ­– designed by Roberta Taylor – will launch via a crowdfunding campaign that’s set to go live in September.

The dolls feature the likenesses of Halle Bailey’s Ariel, Melissa McCarthy’s Ursula and Javier Bardem’s King Triton.

The LEGO Little Mermaid Royal Clamshell includes references to throne rock, Ariel’s grotto and Ursula’s lair.

“As one of the world’s most recognisable pop-culture sailors, we could not think of a better gaming partner for Popeye than World of Warships,” said Jarred Goro, vice president, licensing, North America, King Features.

Elsewhere, Funko is expanding its Cryptic line of puzzle games with a Star Trek edition.

“We are excited to expand on the world of Oddbods with the new fantastical world of Minibods and reach audiences with the same imaginative universe and new loveable characters,” said Moonbug CEO René Rechtman.

The range kicks off with Maleficent, designed by Lead Product Designer Carina Bilz.