Turner AsiaPac & TV Asahi Align for Super Shiro Series

Turner Asia Pacific and TV Asahi, in what is the first regional deal between the two, have partnered on a new animated series called Super Shiro.

The agreement, which features a sizeable investment from Turner, includes broadcast rights across the Asia Pacific, not including China. Super Shiro, a fast-paced chase series inspired by the Crayon Shin-chan franchise, is produced by Shin-ei Animation and Tokyo’s Science SARU. It is slated to launch in early 2020 across Turner’s kids’ channels Cartoon Network, Boomerang and POGO.

Edward Barnieh, director of acquisitions and co-productions at Turner Asia Pacific, said: “Turner’s investment in the series is a testament to its strategy of developing quality local IP and takes our long-term partnership with TV Asahi to the next level. We’re confident that this collaborative effort will result in the creation of another awesome fan-favorite.”

Takahiro Kishimoto, head of animation for TV Asahi’s international business department, added: “We are delighted to partner with an international media company like Turner. With its extensive reach and brand recognition in the Asia Pacific, we are certain kids will get to enjoy Super Shiro even more. We truly believe this collaboration strengthens the partnership between our two companies.”