Classic Media Secures Rights for hoops&yoyo Special

LONDON: Classic Media is overseeing the worldwide distribution for a range of hoops&yoyo entertainment offerings, including the Christmas special hoops&yoyo Ruin Christmas, which will be available to buyers at MIPCOM.

The special was produced by Hallmark and will premiere on CBS on November 25. Classic Media’s agreement does not cover the U.S. and Canada. The special features the animated characters discovering Santa’s secrets by becoming accidental stowaways on his sleigh. After falling through a wormhole they end up back in time with a young Kris Kringle.

“As the seasonal market leader, we are committed to bringing time-honored classics to consumers as well as creating new family viewing traditions,” said Chloe van den Berg, the executive VP of international at Classic Media. “We are delighted to be working with Hallmark and very much hope this is the first of many hoops&yoyo adventures we’ll see. We look forward to unveiling this new special at MIPCOM and introducing it to audiences later this holiday season.”

“With six international websites, hoops&yoyo have fans around the globe,” added Jodi Schade, the VP of music acquisitions and Hallmark properties. “We are thrilled to partner with Classic Media to bring our first holiday special to our fans throughout the world!”