Film & TV
PMI to launch novelty toys and games for Sonic Prime
A line of Sonic Prime products from PMI will launch in early 2023, including collectibles, mini figures, clip-on plush, stampers, games and more.
CoComelon joins Tonies line-up
“Our partnership with Moonbug Entertainment allows us to share the playful adventures of JJ and friends in a new screen-free way,” said Drew Vernon, Marketing Director for Tonies USA.
Penguin Ventures’ David Sprei on creativity, collaboration and keeping classic brands fresh
David Sprei – Commercial Director at Penguin Ventures – talks us through his history in licensing, and how he fuels creativity.
Warner Bros. Discovery readies “true experiential celebration” with Wizarding World Festival 2023
“We are beyond excited to celebrate this magical community and bring everyone together for an epic fan festival – more than a traditional fan fest, a true experiential celebration… A must-see event,” said Peter van Roden, Senior Vice President of Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment.
Fraktal’s Ben Cox and Vojtech Dvorak on crafting effective designs for brands like Pac-Man, Hot Wheels and D&D
Ben Cox and Vojtech Dvorak from the creative studio Fraktal discuss inspiration, the metaverse and design heroes.
Warner Bros teams with Creation Entertainment for The Sopranos Official Convention
“The opportunity to bring our brand of live fan convention entertainment to this project is a dream come true for our company and we can’t wait to mob it up with our fellow fans this December,” said Erin Ferries, Senior VP of Creation Entertainment.
Disney Lorcana to be “game-changer for the trading card game market”, says Ravensburger
“The breadth and scope of Disney characters represented in this game will be unprecedented, and it will contain more original Disney artwork than any other single product ever created,” said John Balen, Vice President of Product Design at Disney.
Super7 debuts Parks and Recreation action figures
The first wave of figures includes fan favourites Leslie Knope, Ron Swanson, Ben Wyatt and Donna Meagle.
Warner Bros to open first FRIENDS-inspired Central Perk Coffeehouse in 2023
“We’re looking forward to giving fans a Central Perk of their own,” said Peter van Roden, SVP of Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment.
MGM teams with Good Shepherd Entertainment and Teravision Games for Killer Klowns from Outer Space: The Game
“Not only will dedicated fans of the original film be excited for the video game’s take on the property, but it will also introduce the cult classic to a new generation of Killer Klowns enthusiasts,” said Robert Marick, Executive Vice President Global Consumer Products and Experiences at MGM.