Xilam Animation Aligns with Licensing Works! for Zig & Sharko

France-based Xilam Animation has appointed Licensing Works! as the North American licensing agent for its animated slapstick comedy brand Zig & Sharko.

Per the agreement, Licensing Works! is assembling a merchandise program for Zig & Sharko targeting kids, tweens, teens and families. Focused on vacation and spring/summer products, the line will include swimwear and pool accessories; home décor and outdoor textiles; surf, skate and related sporting goods; personal care; greetings cards; toys, puzzles and games; dress-up; publishing; back-to-school; gifting, food and drinks; seasonal promotions; and meet and greets.

This deal extends Xilam’s partnership with Licensing Works!, which also represents Oggy and the Cockroaches in the North American market.

Zig & Sharko is available in North America on Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. It also has a strong local presence on Xilam’s dedicated YouTube channel, where the new third season is now available.

Capucine Humblot, head of licensing and merchandising at Xilam Animation, said: “We’re delighted to build upon our relationship with Licensing Works! and to have the team representing Zig & Sharko across North America. The Licensing Works! team’s local expertise, enthusiasm and creativity, make them the perfect partner to build an engaging merchandise offering that captures Zig & Sharko’s fun and wacky spirit, alongside its positive values of promoting environmental awareness and sustainability.”

Leslie Levine, owner of Licensing Works!, added: “Zig & Sharko is a hilarious series that is brimming with all the elements licensees and promotional partners are looking for in a brand in order to deliver amazing consumer products and promotions. With the impressive audience Zig & Sharko garners 24/7 on YouTube and Netflix, we’re confident the brand has great potential in North America and look forward to assembling a colorful merchandise program for fans.”