TORONTO, Nov. 25, 2020 /PRNewswire/ - Spin Master Corp.
(TSX: TOY) (www.spinmaster.com), a leading global children's
entertainment company, announced today it has entered into a global
licensing agreement with Warner Bros. Consumer Products ("WBCP") as
the new toy licensee for the Wizarding World franchise. Spin
Master will develop Wizarding World products based on the
Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films including
dolls; figures and accessories; playsets; select vehicles; games;
feature plush and role play/dress up categories expected to launch
on shelves in Fall 2021.
"Spin Master is all about creating magical experiences for kids
through innovative toys, entertainment and digital platforms," said
John Blaney, Spin Master's Senior
Vice President, Licensing. "We are thrilled to expand on our
existing relationship with Warner Bros. Consumer Products and can't
wait to unveil our innovative toys, inspired by the stories and
characters from the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts
movies, for kids and fans of all ages around the world."
"The Wizarding World is a fan favorite and we are excited to be
growing our relationship with Spin Master who will bring innovation
to the merchandise within the franchise for the constantly growing,
worldwide fan community," said Robert
Oberschelp, SVP, Global Brand Product, WBCP.
Spin Master continues to build a strong and diversified
portfolio of evergreen licensee brands, receiving recognition for
its leadership by Kidscreen, who named Spin Master #1 in licensing
on the 2019 Hot 50 Companies ranking, repeating the company's first
place finish for licensing in 2018. Spin Master is also nominated
in the same category for 2020.
About Spin Master
Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY) is a
leading global children's entertainment company creating
exceptional play experiences through a diverse portfolio of
innovative toys, entertainment franchises and digital toys and
games. Spin Master is best known for award-winning brands PAW
Patrol®, Bakugan®, Kinetic Sand®, Air Hogs®, Hatchimals® and GUND®,
and is the toy licensee for other popular properties. Spin
Master Entertainment creates and produces compelling multiplatform
content, stories and endearing characters through its in-house
studio and partnerships with outside creators, including the
preschool success PAW Patrol and 10 other television series,
which are distributed in more than 160 countries. The Company has
an established digital presence anchored by the Toca Boca® and Sago
Mini® brands, which combined have more than 25 million monthly
active users. With over 1,800 employees in 28 offices globally,
Spin Master distributes products in more than 100 countries. For
more information visit spinmaster.com or follow on Instagram,
Facebook and Twitter @spinmaster.
About Wizarding World
More than two decades ago, a
young Harry Potter was whisked onto Platform 9¾ at King's Cross
Station, and readers everywhere were swept along with him into a
magical universe, created by J.K. Rowling. In the years
since, the seven Harry Potter bestsellers have inspired
eight blockbuster movies, an award-winning stage play, and, more
recently, the start of the Fantastic Beasts five-film
series. People of all ages have been enthralled by these
extraordinary adventures, set within an expanding universe,
inspired by the vision of J.K. Rowling.
For today's growing worldwide fan community, and for generations
to come, the Wizarding World welcomes everyone to explore
more of this magical universe — past, present and future. The
Wizarding World also provides fans with an instant, trusted
kite-mark of quality and authenticity.
About Warner Bros. Consumer Products
Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP), a WarnerMedia Company,
extends the Studio's powerful portfolio of entertainment brands and
franchises into the lives of fans around the world. WBCP
partners with best-in-class licensees globally on an award-winning
range of toys, fashion, home décor, and publishing inspired by
franchises and properties such as DC, Wizarding World, Looney
Tunes, Hanna-Barbera, HBO, Cartoon Network and Adult Swim. The
division's successful global themed entertainment business includes
groundbreaking experiences such as The Wizarding World of Harry
Potter and Warner Bros. World Abu
Dhabi. With innovative global licensing and merchandising
programs, retail initiatives, promotional partnerships and themed
experiences, WBCP is one of the leading licensing and retail
merchandising organizations in the world.
WIZARDING WORLD and all related trademarks, characters, names,
and indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
Publishing Rights © JKR. (s20)
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