Netflix Inks Overall Deal with Kuku Studios

Netflix has signed a multiyear overall deal with Kuku Studios, whose first project for Netflix is set to be the preschool series Go! Go! Cory Carson.

Per the deal, Kuku Studios key members Alex Woo, Stanley Moore, Tim Hahn and Erik Benson will exclusively produce animated films and series for Netflix members worldwide. Based on the hit toy line Go! Go! Smart Wheels from VTech Electronics, Go! Go! Cory Carson is slated to launch on Netflix early in 2020.

The series features a little kid car named Cory that has an engine that runs on fun and lives with his family amongst different makes and models in Bumperton Hills. As he navigates childhood, Cory’s eager and playful spirit sometimes veers him off course, but his friends and family are always there to get him back on track.

Kuku Studios’ first animated feature film with Netflix will explore the power and magic of dreams. The yet-to-be-titled movie has been greenlit and will be produced out of Kuku’s Berkeley, California-based studio. The company’s past titles include Ratatouille, WALL-E, Toy Story 3, Monster’s University and Finding Dory.

Melissa Cobb, VP of original animation for Netflix, said: “With Go! Go! Cory Carson, the creative team at Kuku proved that they can bring their vast cinematic experience into the preschool realm, and the result is a breathtaking show that we can’t wait to share with children and families around the world on Netflix. A lot of what’s in our creative DNA at Netflix is shared with Kuku, and Alex, Stanley and Tim have for years honed their ability to tell timeless stories about beloved characters in visually innovative ways. We can’t wait to see what they do next!”

Alex Woo, founder and CEO of Kuku Studios, added: “We are thrilled to partner with Melissa Cobb, Dominique Bazay, Gregg Taylor and the rest of the Netflix team. Our mission at Kuku is to enrich people’s lives with stories that not only delight and entertain, but also inspire audiences to grow. Stories have been a vessel for wisdom across every generation and culture, and we are excited to add to the world’s rich collection. With Netflix’s emphasis on quality and their global reach, we can’t think of a better partner to craft our stories with.”