Category: Licensing

Kung Fu Tea is thrilled to announce an exhilarating collaboration with the iconic 3D-CGI-animated superhero action-comedy series Miraculous – Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir, to launch this February. This groundbreaking partnership will introduce two captivating character-themed drinks, exclusive stickers, a vibrant social media sweepstakes, and an array of engaging surprises for fans. Miraculous follows the adventures of two seemingly typical teens who magically transform into secret superheroes, Ladybug and Cat Noir, to protect their city of Paris from unexpected villains! Five seasons and three one-hour animated specials are available in the U.S. on Disney Channel and Disney+; seasons one to three are also on Netflix. The animated blockbuster Miraculous: Ladybug and Cat Noir, The Movie launched on Netflix in the U.S. in July 2023.

Ahead of Super Bowl LVIII coming to SpongeBob’s Bikini Bottom on Nickelodeon for the first-ever alternate telecast of Super Bowl LVIII, the NFL is coming together with Gamefam, in collaboration with Paramount, for the launch of the first-ever official Super Bowl quest on Roblox. The experience will be the biggest Super Bowl event on Roblox ever, centered around a cross-game adventure quest leading into and through Super Bowl LVIII.

Syntax Creative, a leading digital distribution and marketing company, is thrilled to announce a new deal with Cloudco Entertainment, the company behind the universally adored Care Bears brand. This strategic collaboration brings the music of Care Bears to fans across the globe, expanding their reach through digital avenues. “Our team is thrilled to join forces with Cloudco Entertainment,” stated Syntax Creative CEO, Timothy Trudeau. “We can’t wait to bring the Care Bears’ message of joy and care to both new and nostalgic audiences around the world.”

Evriholder Products LLC, a leading provider of impulse products worldwide under the Evriholder and Joie brand names, has announced that it has acquired BASE4 Ventures, a provider of value-oriented impulse products across a wide range of categories, including toy, beauty, outdoor living and general merchandise. This acquisition follows last week’s announcement that Evriholder has acquired Progressive International, an innovative kitchen tools and storage company. “This acquisition is very exciting for Evriholder and will help propel us into our next chapter of growth. Not only does BASE4 have a complementary customer base in the drug, dollar, beauty and mass merchant channels, but its attractive product assortment is one that we can cross merchandise to our customers as well,” said Ivan Stein, Evriholder CEO.

Character Arts, LLC, the exclusive licensor for Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and all of the iconic characters from the beloved television special of the same name, announced that it has entered into licensing agreements with thirteen new companies to create and distribute a variety of must-have products featuring Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer in time for the 2024 holiday season. These licensees will join over 100 existing Rudolph licensees poised to celebrate 60 years on television with the most famous reindeer of all.

StoryToys, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Team17 Group PLC and a leading creator of edutainment apps for kids, and Sesame Workshop, the global impact nonprofit organization behind Sesame Street, are thrilled to announce the global launch of the Sesame Street Mecha Builders app. Made for children aged 2 to 6, the app aims to nurture curiosity, inspire creativity, and foster a love of learning through play with fun adventures using Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM).

Noah & Zoie Costumes and pocket.watch are pleased to announce the costume collection for Ryan’s World the Movie: Titan Universe Adventure at Halloween Costume & Party Expo being held at The Mirage in Las Vegas. The first products in the Noah & Zoie Collection feature Ryan’s World in an all-new, Red Titan caped hero suit with eye mask. Available for Halloween 2024, the Ryan’s World Red Titan costume features a jumpsuit, mask, poly-satin cape and more. In the first feature-length project from the popular kids ’brand Ryan’s World, Ryan takes to the big screen for his most epic adventure yet! When his twin sisters, Emma and Kate, get sucked into a mystical comic book, Ryan rises up as the great big brother he is, and jumps in after them as the Red Titan. Adventures, battles, and hilarious debacles ensue, as Ryan and his friends navigate the Titan Universe and bring everyone back home safely before his parents catch on.

Trailblazing podcast studio, Wondery, and award-winning makers of premium STEM toys, Thames & Kosmos, announced a first-of-its-kind collaboration. The companies will debut an all-new line of STEM toys and science kits inspired by the #1 science podcast for kids and their grown-ups, Wow in the World. Launching at retail in Fall 2024, the Wondery Kids Wow in the World toy line is expertly designed by Thames & Kosmos and combines classic science learning toys and engaging audio content to offer kids and families a brand-new way to play. The toy line further builds on Wondery’s vision, giving fans new ways to engage with their favorite podcast shows.