Film & TV
Magic Light Pictures details fresh softline deals for The Gruffalo and Friends
“These developments underscore both the enduring popularity of the brand and the continued strength of our licensing programme,” said Jade Ferguson, UK Licensing Manager at Magic Light Pictures.
Scents and Sustainability: Wild’s Grace Tedstone discusses the company’s brand values – and its new Paddington partnership
“With it being Wild’s first character licensing deal, it’s been special”: Grace Tedstone, Licensing Brand Manager at Wild, talks us through the company’s licensing strategy for this year and beyond.
Spin Master details toy line for Dora
“Our new collection brings Dora’s spirit to today’s fans and families, sparking playtime exploration, encouraging learning new languages and celebrating Dora’s world of adventures,” said Doug Wadleigh, Spin Master’s President, Toys.
Monopoly Deal gets the Stitch treatment
In this version, players compete to collect familiar items from Stitch’s world.
Pottery Barn Kids launches Bluey collection spanning bedding, backpacks and lunch bags
“Pottery Barn Kids is known for exceptional quality and stylish designs, and we’re delighted to partner with them on this gorgeous, fashion-forward collection,” said Suzy Raia, SVP of Consumer Products for BBC Studios.
Jen Tan – Creative Director for Consumer Products at Pixar – on 30 years of Toy Story
As Toy Story celebrates its 30th anniversary, Pixar’s Creative Director for Consumer Products, Jen Tan, talks new style guides and fresh launches.
Hasbro’s Bradley Bowman discusses new launches aimed at adult fans of Transformers, Power Rangers and more
Bradley Bowman – Hasbro’s Senior Director of Global Licensed Toy and Game – discusses targeting adult fans.
Shelley Macintyre – SVP of Marketing at BBC Studios – on Bluey brand plans, movie opportunities and the ‘Let’s Play Chef’ theme
“We are building the next Mickey Mouse in Bluey”: In conversation with BBC Studios’ Shelley Macintyre.
Phil Walker-Harding discusses designing 2001: A Space Odyssey: The Board Game
“I realised early on that HAL was going to be pretty fun to play”: Game designer Phil Walker-Harding takes us inside development of Maestro Media’s 2001: A Space Odyssey: The Board Game.
Bonkers Toys named master toy partner for YouTube gaming brand PrestonPlayz
“We are looking forward to creating thoughtful and intentional products based on the channel’s most viewed videos,” said Katy Roshannon, Senior Director of Brand Marketing at Bonkers Toys.