Funrise Named Space Racers Master Toy Licensee

Space Race has appointed Funrise Toy Corporation as the master toy licensee for the preschool series Space Racers.

A full range of preschool toys inspired by the animated series will hit shelves globally by fall 2018. The STEM-focused show launched on public television and on Netflix in 2015, and the second season debuted in November 2016 on Sprout. Space Racers currently airs in more than 130 countries and is available in 25 languages.

“We couldn’t be more excited to have found such a perfect partner in Funrise,” said Michael Matays, the CEO of Space Race and executive producer of Space Racers. “As Space Racers has gained momentum and global exposure, we have seen ever-increasing demand from kids who want to play and go on adventures with the Space Racers. Our partnership with Funrise is a natural next step for the development of this brand.”

“Space Racers is a powerful emerging brand in space, STEM education and children’s play, and we couldn’t be happier adding them to our portfolio,” added King Cheng, the CEO of Funrise. “Every young child is a scientist and these toys will help children to enjoy space play with the Stardust Space Academy Cadets.”