RollBots Heads to DVD

OTTAWA: Amberwood Entertainment has secured a DVD deal with Nelvana Enterprises for RollBots, with the first season to be released in Canada through Corus Entertainment’s As Seen on YTV label and plans for distribution by Phase 4 Films.

The 26×30-minute series premiered in February on YTV and in September in the U.S. on TheCW4Kids morning block. The DVD will be released in both French and English.

“We are delighted to be working with Nelvana and continue our relationship with Corus on this brand,” said Jonathan Wiseman, the senior VP at Amberwood. “Their label is a proven performer in Canada and we are excited for RollBots to launch on DVD in the coming year.”

Peter Maule, the VP of worldwide home entertainment and digital media at Nelvana Enterprises who oversees the As Seen on YTV label on behalf of Corus Entertainment, stated: "We are excited to launch this great show under our YTV DVD label in Canada. Our ability to leverage Corus Entertainment’s outstanding reach will ensure RollBots has optimal consumer and retail awareness. We are delighted to be partnered with a great team at Amberwood Entertainment.”