GLENDALE: ZAG is partnering with family-entertainment film company 1492 Pictures, master toy group Playmates Toys and French producer Method Animation on a new hybrid CGI and live-action kids\u2019 show under its Zag Heroez label.<\/p>\n
The as-yet-untitled 52×11-minute hybrid series has received commissioning support from French TV network France T\u00e9l\u00e9visions. The show is slated for global TV broadcast in spring 2018, with a comprehensive toy and licensing program targeted for a fall 2018 rollout.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis generation of kids is ready for a new hybrid show that bridges the gap between the reality of live action and the fantasy of the CGI world,\u201d said Jeremy Zag, CEO of ZAG. \u201cWith these fantastic partners, we have pulled together the best of each world to produce this unique and revolutionary content.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cWe like to pull inspiration from the unlimited reach of children\u2019s imaginations,\u201d added Jared Wolfson, the president of franchise integration and business development at ZAG. \u201cIn this visually stunning hybrid execution, we will deliver action, adventure and comedy in a way that will resonate with kids around the world. Paired with organic integration of meaningful themes, heroic characters, powerful wish fulfillment and aspirational rituals, we\u2019ve positioned this new IP for long-term sustainability and extension into various digital platforms and robust licensing programs.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cWith our experience in live-action storytelling and the incredible quality of animation ZAG puts on screen, this is a dream project,\u201d commented Michael Barnathan, the president of 1492 Pictures. \u201cAnd having the deep-seated knowledge Playmates brings to the table, in addition to the support of Method, we\u2019re positioned for great success.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cZAG has proven to deliver high-quality animated properties that resonate on the global stage,\u201d remarked Thomas Chan, CEO of Playmates Toys. \u201cWe\u2019re honored to extend our vast history in designing, developing and executing high-quality toy lines to these best-in-class partners on this great new property.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cWe have a long history producing content based on major brands and IP,\u201d said Aton Soumache, the president of Method Animation. \u201cJoining our production capabilities with ZAG\u2019s knack for creating and building global kids\u2019 and family franchises, 1492\u2019s tremendous film-making expertise and Playmates\u2019s legendary experience in the toy business establishes a very strong platform from which to launch this property.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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