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Kartoon Studios Celebrates 10th Anniversary of its Netflix Hit ‘Bee and Puppycat’

Amassing millions of fans across multiple platforms over the past decade, Kartoon Studios (NYSE:TOON) celebrates the 10th Anniversary of its Frederator Networks’ critically-acclaimed, hit original Netflix series, Bee and PuppyCat. In July 2013, creator Natasha Allegri’s Bee and PuppyCat premiered on Frederator Networks’ Cartoon Hangover YouTube channel—a charming animated tale of a twenty-something temp worker named Bee and her mysterious companion PuppyCat as the two travel on fantastic adventures across space while taking on various intergalactic odd jobs to help make rent. What followed was a historic grassroots crowdfunding campaign; a full season on YouTube; followed by a full season debut on Netflix, Bee and PuppyCat: Lazy in Space; a comic book series, incredible cosplayers; amazing fanart; and a rapidly growing global community of fans.

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MGA Entertainment Brings Innovation to the Feature Plush Category with Launch of New Brand, Fluffie Stuffiez

MGA Entertainment (MGA), one of the largest and fastest-growing privately held toy and entertainment companies in the world, has officially announced the launch of the its newest brand, Fluffie Stuffiez. Featuring a cast of huggable, lovable, fluffy plush characters with big personalities, the new line offers the experience of unboxing, collectability, ASMR, fidget and just plain fun. Fluffie Stuffiez is an incredibly soft and fluffy all-in-one plush toy with three ways to play: PULL IT, REVEAL IT, and STUFF IT. After removing your Fluffie Stuffiez from the soft, squishy bag, PULL out the outer layer of its fluff to REVEAL the surprise character underneath – an oddly satisfying activity that keeps kids engaged for hours. Then STUFF the pulled-off fluff into the squishy bag, which becomes a second toy made from the loose fluff for squishy, tactile fun. This unique innovation, featuring patent-pending fabric fur, completely disrupts the feature plush category, giving kids an incredible, huggable, collectible, most enjoyable fun and cool experience unlike any other on the market today.

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Spin Master Introduces PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie Toy Collection

Spin Master Corp, the leading global children’s entertainment company behind the global phenomenon PAW Patrol, officially unveils their toy collection for the franchise’s upcoming second feature film PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie, a Spin Master Entertainment production, produced in association with Nickelodeon Movies and Paramount Pictures. “Packed with jaw-dropping transformations, the PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie toy collection will spark limitless imaginative play,” said Chris Beardall, Spin Master’s President of Toys and Chief Commercial Officer. “Our team of toy experts have brought the on-screen adventures of the pups to life, blending impressive features with intuitive mechanisms tailored for little hands, ensuring an unforgettable playtime experience.”

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Playview Brands Extends Licensing Agreement with NERF

Playview Brands, an established toy company with a diverse portfolio of brands and licenses that inspire families to see the possibilities of play, is proud to announce the renewal of its licensing agreement with NERF, the renowned Hasbro brand known for foam-blasting fun! This innovative partnership will keep NERF fans in control of their next championship with Playview’s NERF BUNKR Battle Zones, a customizable game field toy line. NERF BUNKR Battle Zones aims to elevate NERF play by equipping fans to create and customize their battlefield with large-scale inflatable obstacles and accessories that take blaster battles to the next level. Playview’s line of BUNKR products gamify the battle experience by using a game card system that reinforces active, imaginative, and immersive play.

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Exploding Kittens Launches ‘Exploding Kittens: Good vs Evil’ Inspired By Upcoming Netflix Series

Exploding Kittens, a leading gaming and entertainment company, has announced the launch of its newest tabletop game, Exploding Kittens: Good vs Evil, based on the franchise’s upcoming adult animated Netflix series titled Exploding Kittens. This new standalone version of the company’s original card game was designed within the fictional world of the TV series. “Adapting Exploding Kittens into a TV show has been one of our most satisfying creative endeavors,” said Elan Lee, Co-Creator and CEO of Exploding Kittens. “Not only will fans of the upcoming show get to see their new favorite characters on all the Good vs. Evil cards, but new and existing fans will get an exciting gameplay experience with a new game mechanic that pits players against each other in a battle of wits to compete for the most powerful card in the game!”

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Warner Bros Discovery Partners with Ten Rising Artists for ‘Artist Series Collection’ Merchandise

As part of the yearlong centennial celebration for the 100th anniversary of Warner Bros Studios, Warner Bros Discovery Global Brands, Franchises, and Experiences (WBDGBFE) has launched its Artist Series Collection bringing together a remarkable group of diverse visual storytellers from around the world to reinterpret iconic Warner Bros stories and characters and celebrate their fandom through their art. Inspired by their favorite Warner Bros film and TV shows, the artists put their own unique twist on each piece to create something totally unique in their signature style. The full collection of the highly-collectible, limited-edition home goods, fashions, and accessories featuring the original artwork has launched on WB Shop (wbshop.com) and DC Shop (shop.dc.com). Artist products can also be found here, with additional items coming later this year from retailers around the world including BoxLunch, NAOKO, WB UK Shop, Cicero, Factorie, and more. Additionally, a new wave of anniversary products and experiences, including WB Shop’s “Modern Era Collection,” is available for fans to enjoy.

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WildBrain Expands Offering on Prime Video with Trio of New International Content Deals

WildBrain, a global leader in kids’ and family entertainment, is significantly expanding its offering on Amazon’s leading SVOD services through a trio of new deals with Prime Video for Canada, Australia and New Zealand; Prime Video in Germany; and Amazon Kids+ in the US. Collectively, the deals total over 850 episodes, plus movies and specials from WildBrain’s extensive library of original and partner content. Caroline Tyre, VP Global Sales & Rights Strategy at WildBrain, said: “The global demand for WildBrain’s deep library of content remains strong across all kids’ and family demographics, from preschool to kids to teens. We’re pleased that Amazon’s SVOD services look to WildBrain for top, recognizable brands, as we continue to build on our longstanding relationship, delivering more compelling characters and entertaining storylines for their audiences around the world to enjoy.”

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Kylie Jenner Is Welcomed into the Bratz Pack as the Brand Launches Celebrity Bratz Collection

MGA Entertainment (MGA), one of the largest and fastest-growing privately held toy and entertainment companies in the world, has announced a collaboration between its popular fashion doll brand Bratz and star and entrepreneur, Kylie Jenner. Together, the generation-defining duo is launching the first-ever celebrity Bratz collection that reimagines the pop culture queen herself as a Bratz doll. Beginning with the new Mini Bratz x Kylie Collectibles, the full line will be released over the coming weeks. The Bratz x Kylie collection gives Kylie the classic Bratz treatment, while also pulling inspiration from her personal style and most iconic fashion moments.

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Make It Real Launches New Party Nails: Glitter Nail Studio

Make It Real (MIR), a leading lifestyle brand for tweens and teens specializing in DIY, beauty, and fashion, introduces its latest groundbreaking innovation, Party Nails: Glitter Nail Studio. Decorating sparkly party nails has never been this easy—or fun! This latest innovation joins a roster of beauty and fashion products made to inspire creativity. Make It Real has a reputation for creating innovative beauty solutions for young creators, which include groundbreaking Color Fusion Nail Polish Maker and Color Fusion Swirling Lip Gloss Maker. The team continues to innovate with Party Nails: Glitter Nail Studio which is sure to excite fashionistas everywhere.