EXCLUSIVE: In addition to raising financing for this CG-animated special with kidlit roots, the London-based distributor will also sell it worldwide.
The struggling toy retailer has reached a deal with an acquisition-focused Canadian company that will keep 48 storefronts open.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid's multi-hyphenate creator sits down with Kidscreen to share some tips and tricks for nailing the page-to-screen translation.
Submissions from JAM Media, Little Moon Animation and Turnip + Duck were selected by the Animation Innovation and Immersive Development Fund for monetary support.
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The stop-motion preschool series' fourth installment will launch on Nick Jr. in the US next year, thanks to a deal brokered by global distributor CAKE.
Vida the Vet, Unicorn Academy and Bakugan are traveling to new platforms in France, Sweden, Canada and beyond.
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Co-branded Monster High dolls and Little People collector sets will launch at retail worldwide next year.
This nature-focused short series for preschoolers is set to launch next year on the Moonbug Kids YouTube channel.
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The three Pixar films, which were originally released direct-to-streaming, are gearing up for theatrical runs to capitalize on a decent market appetite for kid-friendly flicks.
Cobra Kai 's Westbrook Studios has signed on as a co-producer to adapt the '90s collectible brand and its 220 creatures for television.
This new toon from Fantawild Animation was the most-viewed title in October's MIP Junior screenings.
The toyco has acquired Big Balloon, its long-time toy distributor in the market, and will rebrand the company as Jazwares Australia following the sale.