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We Love Toys! Headline News

Kickstarter for 'The Art of the Toys That Made Us' Collection is On the Way

By Dan Sarto | Friday, May 15, 2026 at 10:33am

Campaign for a new 2-volume hardcover art book collection featuring artwork, advertising, concept art, and archival materials from the hit Netflix ‘The Toys That Made Us’ docuseries, alongside exclusive collectibles and a deluxe 'Nacelleverse' comics collection, from Oni Press and The Nacelle Company, is launching soon.

Business Headline News

Underneath the Umbrella Productions Launches with 'Wizard of Id,' 'B.C.' Adaptations

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 3:50pm

Goodman Pictures and ‘Antz’ director Tim Johnson’s new company secures rights to classic comic strips and 'The Book of the Dun Cow,' with Johnson set to direct an animated 'Wizard of Id' feature as its first project.

You're Dethpicable! Headline News

Looney Tunes ‘Rabbit Season’ Month Launches April 1

By Dan Sarto | Monday, March 30, 2026 at 10:34am

Warner Bros. Discovery is launching a month-long series of games, streaming content, retail activations, and live appearances centered on Bugs Bunny and the Looney Tunes franchise.

Business Headline News

Mainframe Studios, Cookbook Media Form Strategic Partnership

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 12:45pm

The Vancouver-based animation studio and global franchise management agency will collaborate on business development, distribution, and licensing strategy across an original IP and work-for-hire slate.

Business Headline News

Cookbook Media, David Marshall and Todd Gallina Launch ‘Force 5’

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 10:41am

Animation veterans partner with the global agency on content distribution and consumer products representation for new CG animated sci-fi action-comedy series aimed at kids 7–12.

Dept. of Sooner or Later… Headline News

Sony Taps Paul King to Direct ‘Labubu’ Feature

The ‘Wonka’ helmer boards the film based on Pop Mart’s infamous and hugely popular dolls that have become a worldwide phenomenon due to their clever ‘blind boxes’ and hot secondary market for in-demand designs.

Who Doesn’t Like Kinetic-Powered Heroes? Headline News

Toikido, Spacetoon Partner on ‘Battalor’ Animated Series

The long-term deal will kick off with the production of 3 shows, which will debut across Spacetoon platforms in MENA and Türkiye; the projects will expand into global markets Spring 2027.

On the Road to Rome Headline News

MIA 2025 Presents Program of Panels, Presentations

The Rome event, which runs through October 10, features over 80 sessions, including panels, seminars, workshops and 5 showcases with 44 Italian and international titles across Animation, Doc & Factual, Drama, and Film.

Business Headline News

Xilam Animation Announces New ‘Piggy Builders’ Broadcast Deals

VRT Ketnet, Téléquebec, YLE, Warner Bros. Discovery Italy, RTS, and SVT have picked up the 3DCG preschool comedy series following its BBC launch.

Dept. of You Knew it Was Coming Headline News

Kartoon Studios Launches ‘Bitcoin Brigade: Adventures In Satoshi City’ Animated Series

The project includes a business model spanning content, digital education, merchandise, interactive apps, and a Bitcoin treasury strategy; anime-style show to be fully produced in AI with K-pop music track.

Business Headline News

Crunchyroll Restructuring Global Operations

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 10:18am

Company president outlines plans to expand operations outside the U.S.; new job openings reportedly will outnumber layoffs in a move not based on cost-cutting or ‘driven by financial performance.’

People Headline News

Wildbrain CPLG Promotes Evi Sari to Lead Global Location-Based Entertainment

Seasoned executive Danielle Tanton joins the leading brand licensor as Director, Location-Based Entertainment, EMEA, Experiential Strategy & Partnerships.

Business Headline News

Xilam Animation Inks Multiple Global Licensing Partnerships

New licensees for ‘Zig & Sharko,’ ‘Buddybot,’ ‘Space Goofs,’ and ‘Oggy and the Cockroaches’ include Game Plak, PTS, Snuggly Figs, Manne & Co., celio, Trade Invaders, and Topla.

Get Your Straw Hat! Headline News

Los Angeles Dodgers, Toei Animation Partner for ‘One Piece Night’

Stadium promotion set for July 3 Dodgers vs Chicago White Sox game; the first 40,000 ticketed fans in attendance will get a co-branded straw hat, while supplies last.

It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

VIZ Media Confirms ‘One-Punch Man’ Season 3 Acquisition

Deal includes theatrical, television, digital, home entertainment, ancillary, and merchandise rights across North America, Latin America, and Oceania.

Dept. of Because Of Course Headline News

Mattel, TriStar Pictures Announce ‘Whac-A-Mole’ Feature

The live-action/animated hybrid film based on the board game will be overseen by Elizabeth Bassin and Steve Spohr for Mattel and Shary Shirazi and Kelseigh Coombs for TriStar.

May the Bid be With You Headline News

Heritage Auctions Announces ‘Star Wars Day’ Auction

The event will feature over 300 lots ranging from original movie posters to screen-used props, high-end replicas, toys, comics, and artwork; concludes with a live session on May 4.

People Headline News

VIZ Media Announces Leadership Transition

The leading Japanese pop culture entertainment company’s former CEO Ken Sasaki has been named Chairman & Executive Advisor, while Brad Woods has been appointed President and CEO.

Conferences Events

Cartoon Forum 2025

Begins: September 15, 2025

The pitching and co-production forum for animated TV projects returns to Toulouse September 15-18, 2025; projects are now being accepted through May 7, 2025.

Sign Me Up! Headline News

Titmouse Unveils ‘Churp’ Curated Merch Delivery Service

Subscribers will receive a monthly mystery shipment with bespoke apparel, collectible items, and paraphernalia featuring cartoon characters designed by studio artists, as well as a code to unlock private cartoon viewing.

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