NATPE Spotlight: DHX Media

MIAMI: The animated shows Slugterra and Inspector Gadget are two of the highlights that DHX Media is promoting at NATPE this year.

The first is an action-packed boys’ comedy, while the latter is a sequel to the original series from the 1980s. Slugterra is a 3D animated show that centers on the character of Eli Shane, who is determined to be the greatest slug-slinging hero of all time. There are currently 59 22-minute episodes available. The 26×22-minute Inspector Gadget picks up on the original story, as the evil Dr. Claw has reactivated his global crime syndicate, MAD, and the bumbling bionic detective, Inspector Gadget, has been brought out of retirement to save the world.

The company is also offering up Make It Pop, a new tween program about a group of best friends who bond over their passion for music and fashion. DHX has 40 22-minute episodes to offer buyers.

“All of these shows are strong performers internationally and have a proven track record in Latin America,” says Josh Scherba, the senior VP of distribution at DHX Media. “We also have new seasons available of both Slugterra and Make It Pop to offer audiences even more of these great properties.”

Further highlights of the company’s NATPE slate include the live-action character drama Backstage, the family movie Full Out and the music-based animated series Kuu Kuu Harajuku.

Scherba notes, “Our focus is to continue to secure top-tier placement for our brands, establish relationships with new OTT and VOD platforms, and leverage our 6,000-plus half-hour Spanish and Portuguese library.”