New Broadcasters for Henson’s Dot., Splash and Bubbles

HOLLYWOOD: The Jim Henson Company has inked new broadcast deals around the globe for the animated preschool series Dot. and Splash and Bubbles.

Dot. is headed to Piwi+ in France, Canal Panda in Portugal and SVT in Sweden. JimJam snapped up the show for MENA and Benelux territories, while Israel Education Television will air the program in Israel. In Canada, TVO and Knowledge Network licensed the broadcast rights for Splash and Bubbles.

“We have received an enthusiastic response for Splash and Bubbles and Dot., and have secured top broadcast partners in key territories to introduce children to these engaging new characters,” said Ian Lambur, management consultant at The Jim Henson Company. “Splash and Bubbles’ humorous adventures will inspire children everywhere to explore the ocean alongside their favorite new underwater friends, and Dot, energetic and imaginative, will entertain children by showcasing the way she uses technology as a tool to enhance her everyday experiences and incorporate them into her playtime.”