Film & TV
Squid Game: The Challenge reality show in the works from Netflix and Studio Lambert
The competition reality show will see 456 real players enter the game in pursuit of a $4.56 million cash prize.
From Baby Shark to South Park: Paramount’s Alexandra Salisbury on her design-led approach to crafting toy and game partnerships
Alexandra Salisbury – Senior Category Manager for Toys & Games EMEA & ANZ at Paramount – on recent launches, inventor opportunities, and the power of a cuppa.
BARK debuts Jurassic World dog toys and treats
The range includes a Dr. Ian Malcolm-inspired toy, a dinosaur wearable headpiece and Raptor Scraps treats.
ITV Studios and Azerion bring Love Island into Hotel Hideaway
“We are giving fans all over the world a new virtual way to experience the life of an Islander in the Love Island villa,” said Kim Dingler, CCO for Global Entertainment at ITV Studios.
Kith partners with HBO for The Wire apparel collection
The range spans 21 styles and features stills and quotes from the show.
Warner Bros teams with Nifty’s for Looney Tunes NFTs
The first NFTs to launch will focus on Tweety, formin part of the character’s 80th anniversary celebrations.
Elana Woldenberg – Senior Director of Product Development at hand2mind – on bringing Numberblocks into toys
hand2mind’s Elana Woldenberg discusses creativity, education and working with brands.
Anderson Entertainment teams with designer Andrew Harman for Thunderbirds: Danger Zone card game
Anderson Entertainment connected with Harman following a call out to game designers through Mojo Nation.
Scooby-Doo! And the Mystery Pups to “give pre-schoolers a version of Scooby to call their own”
The series – featuring ‘mysteries more kooky than spooky’ – will debut on the Cartoonito pre-school block in 2024.
From Barbie to Colin the Caterpillar: How brands are celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
Brands including Swatch, McDonald’s and Peppa Pig have launched Jubilee-inspired products and experiences.