Dex Hamilton: Alien Entomologist Gets the Go-Ahead

LONDON, January 15: March Entertainment, SLR Productions and Parthenon Kids
have greenlit production for the new animated comedy series Dex Hamilton:
Alien Entomologist, which has already
pre-sold to Network Ten in Australia.

The new 26×30-minute series
follows the adventures of Dex Hamilton, an intrepid young explorer, who is
tasked with conquering a mysterious alien epidemic and preserving the ecosystem
in the year 3000. Along with his extraordinary friends—Zap Monogan, Jenny
10, and Tongue, the fantastic frog boy—Dex uncovers clues to a mystery
that takes him through mythical landscapes, hazardous adventures and encounters
with unworldly bugs. Delivery for the series is slated for fall.

Dan Hawes, the president of March
Entertainment, commented: “We’re all very passionate about Dex. He’s a
compelling character that transcends medium and he will inspire and entertain
children of all ages. The March/SLR/Parthenon team is rock solid, bringing the
best of the commonwealth together to create a world-beating series.”

Suzanne Ryan, the CEO of SLR,
said: “I am thrilled to be working with Dan Hawes of March Entertainment and
Regis Brown of Parthenon Kids on this Canadian-Australian co-production. I am
delighted to have Cherrie Bottger at Network Ten Australia on board and to be
working with the extremely creative and talented team of this production. Dex
Hamilton is a character with such
positive attitude it’s hard not love him no matter what age.”

“The market for world-class
children’s animated entertainment has evolved significantly over the last few
years and today’s kids demand more sophisticated product,” added the president
of Parthenon Kids, Regis Brown. “Dex Hamilton: Alien Entomologist is an intelligent multi-platform brand that will both
entertain and excite today’s voracious media-bouncing customer.”

—By Kristin Brzoznowski