Toys & Games

“This is an important early deal in what we are sure will be a fast-growing licensing campaign as Tara Duncan continues to engage more and more children all over the world,” said Laurent Taieb, Head of Licensing for Princess Sam’s consumer products division.

“As a huge fan of Tomm Moore’s creativity, it is a privilege to collaborate with Cartoon Saloon on these three wonderful award-winning movies,” said Benoit Forget, Head of Asmodee’s Space Cow studio.

$10 from every Queer Eye Pop! sold will go to the It Gets Better Project, a charity whose mission is to uplift, empower and connect LGBTQ+ youth around the globe.

The partnership will span 18 anime series, including Chainsaw Man, Attack on Titan and JUJUTSU KAISEN.

“We could not be more excited that DC is now joining the tonies family,” said Markus Langer, Chief Content Officer at tonies.

James Wallis, Jude Coram and Ben Townsend share their picks of brands ripe for the TCG treatment.

“Gaming brands remain one of the hottest categories – and Roblox-based games are on the rise – so we are confident Smashlings will be a huge success in our space,” said Tim Kilby, Licensing and Brand Director at Character World.

“We are always looking for new and exciting ways to bring classic gaming experiences to life,” said LEGO Designer Sven Franic.

“Working with such a recognised leader in this field will help us reach new markets and engage with new audiences, such as licensed products for children,” said Ellen Sankey, Brand Licensing Manager at TfL.

“It’s going to be another amazing year for our favourite colourful quartet,” said Elizabeth Litten Miller, VP of Franchise Strategy at WildBrain.