Thursday, October 10, 2019

Viacom and Virgin Media Extend Content Partnership in Multi-Year Agreement

Viacom and Virgin Media extend content partnership in multi-year agreement


Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) and Virgin Media have agreed a new multi-year distribution deal in the UK and Ireland spanning TV channels, on-demand rights and a range of new streaming applications.

The renewed partnership ensures Virgin Media customers will continue to enjoy access to some of their favourite TV networks including Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., Nicktoons, MTV, Comedy Central and Paramount Network, as well as associated catch up rights and box sets.

As part of the new deal, Virgin Media will add three more of Viacom’s branded apps – My5, Pluto TV and MTV Play – to the app section of its user interface for the first time, making significant additional hours of content accessible to Virgin Media’s TV customers.

In addition to offering catch-up and extended on-demand access to a range of Channel 5 content, My5 also showcases a number of third-party ‘channels’ from partners including A+E and PBS America and a range of exclusive content including scripted series from the U.S., Australia and Israel.

Pluto TV, the ad-supported streaming platform acquired by Viacom earlier this year, features more than 60 channels in the UK including Pluto TV Drama, Pluto TV Romance and Pluto TV Crime, plus thousands of movies and series on-demand – all of which will be made available for Virgin Media customers to enjoy.

For the first time, Virgin Media’s Player TV and Mixit TV customers will be able to access MTV’s award-winning content through the MTV Play app which will also be available on Virgin Media’s TV service, offering 1,800 hours of Box Set content as well as the MTV channel and catch up services.

Virgin Media Subscribers to the MTV channel will continue to be able to enjoy catch up and Box Set content as part of their existing subscription in addition to access to the standalone MTV Play app for no additional fee.

Update (10/10) - Virgin Media is slated add Nick Jr. HD, a simulcast of the main Nick Jr. SD channel with programming broadcast in high definition, soon, reports to Virgin Media insider Media Boy! Nick Jr. HD is currently only available on Sky in the UK and Ireland.

Media Boy Blog also reports that Viacom could be planning to either turn MTV Classic into an on demand only service or to axe the channel completely.

The news follows Viacom and Virgin partnering in May 2018 for the UK debut of Nick Play, an enhanced version of the Nickelodeon Play app and Viacom's first mobile streaming app featuring long form content, which gives Virgin Media customers who subscribe to the Nickelodeon channels free access to the Nick Play VOD mobile app.

Arran Tindall, Senior Vice President (SVP), Commercial and Content Distribution, for Viacom International Media Networks, said: “This renewed and broadened partnership with Virgin Media speaks to the strength of our brands and content, as well as our investment in new streaming apps, which will allow Virgin Media customers to access their favourite Viacom content in new ways. Virgin Media has a great track record of innovation as a platform and as a partner and we’re delighted to have reached agreement with them to deliver further innovation for the benefit of their customers.”

David Bouchier, Chief Digital Entertainment Officer at Virgin Media, added: “This is great news for our customers who can continue to enjoy Viacom’s diverse range of channels and content. The inclusion of three brand new apps will give our customers greater flexibility to watch their favourite shows at a time that suits them.”

The pact includes on-demand access to series such as SpongeBob SquarePants, Paw Patrol and The Loud House, MTV UK reality series Geordie Shore, and Comedy Central's Inside Amy Schumer, among others.

The previous agreement was due to expire at the end of August 2019. For a brief period of time, Virgin Media viewers reported on social media and customer forums that they could see pop-up messages on various Viacom channels warning them that various Viacom services would be withdrawn at midnight 31st August into 1st September. A short-lived website was launched informing viewers of the channels that would be withdrawn from the cable platform.

More Nick: Nickelodeon UK to Premiere 'Are You Afraid of the Dark?' in October 2019!

Originally published: Monday, October 07, 2019.

H/T: Special thanks to RegularCapital for the update!; Additional sources: RXTV Log, Media Play News, Wikipedia.
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Annie & Hayley's RUNWAY FINALE For Rebecca Zamolo & Indiana Massara πŸ‘‘Fashion Faceoff: S2 Ep. 4 | Nickelodeon

Annie & Hayley's RUNWAY FINALE For Rebecca Zamolo & Indiana Massara πŸ‘‘Fashion Faceoff: S2 Ep. 4



In the final Fashion Faceoff, Annie and Hayley LeBlanc have to up the ante and design outfits good enough for a high-fusion runway event! With Indiana Massara, also known as 'Rooney,' and Rebecca Zamolo stepping up as their models, which girl will make the dress that will light up the runway?

Vote for your favorite thrift flip in the comments below!

Who made the more fashionable outfit? ANNIE πŸ’™ or HAYLEY πŸ’œ

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More Nick: Viacom Digital Studios Readies Facebook Watch Slate, Including Three New Shows for Nickelodeon!
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It’s the Hash Slinging Slasher! 😱 SpongeBob SquarePants

It’s the Hash Slinging Slasher! 😱 SpongeBob SquarePants



It’s the sash wringing… the trash thinging… mash flinging…The Hash Slinging Slasher!! Watch more of your favorite shows on Nick!

Which is the best spooky season activity? HAUNTED HAYRIDE πŸ•·️ HAUNTED HOUSES πŸ‘» SCARY MOVIES ☠️ Watching Are You Afraid of the Dark πŸ”₯

Catch the brand-new SpongeBob SquarePants Halloween special "The Ghost of Plankton", premiering Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. ET/PT on Nickelodeon!: http://nickalive.blogspot.com/2019/09/nickelodeon-to-premiere-new-spongebob.html

Are You Afraid of the Dark? premieres Friday, October 11, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon!

CALLING ALL GOOFY GOOBERS! (ROCK!) Are ya ready for a deep dive into the world of SpongeBob SquarePants? The SpongeBob YouTube channel is THE PLACE for all fan-favorite SpongeBob moments! We’re serving up everything from legendary scenes to remixes of classic songs to deep dives into Bikini Bottom lore. Be sure to check back every week for Music Mondays, Wumbo Wednesdays, and Flashback Fridays! Subscribe now at https://www.youtube.com/SpongeBobOfficial!

Join the OFFICIAL SpongeBob SquarePants Facebook Group here!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/SpongeBobSquareFans

For more Halloween Nick vids, click the following link!: http://nickalive.blogspot.com/search/label/Halloween%20On%20Nickelodeon

More Nick: Nickelodeon Marks 20 Years of "SpongeBob SquarePants" with the "Best Year Ever"!
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Canticos Nursery Rhyme in English & Spanish: 'The Busy Tizzy Hen' + Dora's Doctor Visit | Nick Jr.

Canticos Nursery Rhyme in English & Spanish: 'The Busy Tizzy Hen' + Dora's Doctor Visit | Nick Jr.



Sing along to Canticos 'The Busy Tizzy Hen' (La Gallina Turuleca) and Dora in both English and Spanish. See how busy Mother Hen is for her Chickies, and go on a journey to the doctor with Dora and her friends. You can find more of your friends everywhere you find Nick Jr.

Name a song you like to sing! 🎀

More Nick: Nick Jr. Live! "Move To The Music" U.S. Theatrical Tour To Debut Fall 2019!

Kids can watch their favorite Nick Jr. shows weekdays on Nickelodeon and all week long on the Nick Jr. channel: http://nickjr.com/tvschedule/

Preschoolers can watch full episodes online, play games, and discover silly surprises in the free Nick Jr. App and at NickJr.com. Stream Nick Jr. for free in the Nick Jr. App on Roku and Apple TV or download full episodes for offline viewing on iTunes or Google Play.

You can also download premium apps featuring your child's favorite Nick Jr. shows on iTunes, Google Play, and Amazon, including Nick Jr. Draw and Play and Nick Jr. Let’s Learn!

Watch more Nick Jr. everyday for FREE on Nick Jr. Pluto TV!

More Nick: Encantos and Nickelodeon’s to Debut 'Canticos' Merchandise in Fall 2019!
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Thomas & Friends | Thomas and The Dragon - Halloween Special | Kids Cartoon

Thomas & Friends | Thomas and The Dragon - Halloween Special | Kids Cartoon



For more spooktacular Halloween content featuring your favorite Nickelodeon characters and stars, visit: http://nickalive.blogspot.com/search/label/Halloween%20On%20Nickelodeon

Thomas & Friends "Big World! Big Adventures!" is airing now on Milkshake! in the UK and on Nickelodeon USA!

Connect with Thomas & Friends Online: Official Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Pinterest

Looking for even more safe, fun, kid friendly activities and apps? Head over to http://www.thomasandfriends.com and shop for Thomas & Friends engines, games, and other products at http://fisher-price.mattel.com

More Thomas: Thomas & Friends Launches Collaboration With the United Nations to Inspire the Next Generation of Global Citizens!
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10 SpongeBob FEITJES die je nog niet kent! πŸ’› | SpongeBob SquarePants | Nickelodeon Nederlands

10 SpongeBob FEITJES die je nog niet kent! πŸ’› | SpongeBob SquarePants | Nickelodeon Nederlands



We kennen allemaal SpongeBob natuurlijk wel, maar we hebben 10 feitjes verzameld die je nog niet eerder gehoord hebt! Check nu deze video en misschien help jij ons wel met de titel van een film!

Meer Nick: 'De Ludwigs' Returns with a Sixth and Final Season on Nickelodeon Benelux in October 2019!
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Top Floor / Se 01 Ep 05 + Se 01 Ep 05 | TeenNick Israel

Top Floor / TeenNick Israel / Se 01 Ep 05



Se 01 Ep 05 of TeenNick Israel's The Top Floor (Featuring Noa Kirel)

Top Floor / TeenNick Israel / Se 01 Ep 10



Se 01 Ep 10 of TeenNick Israel's The Top Floor (Featuring Eden Hasson)

Χ™Χ•ΧͺΧ¨ Χ Χ™Χ§ΧœΧ•Χ“Χ™ΧΧ•ΧŸ: Nickelodeon International Renames 'The Covurts' as 'Spyders'; To Premiere in 2020!
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Hallowscream | Halloween on Nickelodeon USA

Get ready to Hallowscream this Halloween on Nickelodeon!



Catch brand-new Halloween specials of your favorite Nick shows all this month on Nickelodeon! (all times ET/PT; unless otherwise noted, all premieres on Nickelodeon):

Friday, October 4, 2019

12:00 p.m. - PAW Patrol - Pups Save a Bat Family; Pups Save a Mud Monster

12:30 p.m. - Abby Hatcher - Trick or Treat Otis; Bedtime for Peepers

Saturday, October 5, 2019

9:30 a.m. - Corn & Peg - Trailblazers; The Haunted Barn (on Nick Jr.)

Sunday, October 6, 2019:

7:30 a.m. - 44 Cats - Campfire Cat Tails: The Buffycats tell Bucky about meeting the white orangutan, but Bucky doesn't believe it exists.

9:00 a.m. Butterbean's CafΓ© - A Bean for Halloween! (on Nick Jr.)

Friday, October 11, 2019:

7:00 p.m. - Are You Afraid of the Dark? - Part One: Submitted for Approval

Saturday, October 12, 2019:

9:30 a.m. - Top Wing - The Haunting of Pirate Cove; Penny and Bea Rescue Team

11:00 a.m - SpongeBob SquarePants - The Ghost of Plankton; A Cabin in the Kelp

8:00 p.m. - Henry Danger - "Story Tank"

8:30 p.m. - All That - #1110

Friday, October 18, 2019:

12:00 p.m. - Ryan's Mystery Playdate - Ryan's Spooky Playdate

7:00 p.m. - Are You Afraid of the Dark? - Part Two: Opening Night

Saturday, October 19, 2019

8:00 a.m. - Power Rangers Beast Morphers - Hypnotic Halloween

11:00 a.m. - The Loud House - Tails of Woe; Last Loud on Earth

11:30 a.m. - Max & Ruby - Ruby's Tea Party Surprise; Max's Bump in the Night (on Nick Jr.)

11:30 a.m. - The Casagrandes - New Haunts

Friday, October 25, 2019:

12:00 p.m. - Blaze and the Monster Machines - Abra-Ka-Pickle

12:30 p.m. - Ricky Zoom - Wheeloween; Zoom Encounters

7:00 p.m. - Are You Afraid of the Dark? - Part Three: Destroy All Tophats



More Nick: Nickelodeon USA's October 2019 Premiere Highlights | Halloween | Nick or Treat!

Originally published: Monday, October 07, 2019.
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Are You Afraid of the Dark? (2019) FULL EPISODE πŸ•―️ ‘Part 1: Submitted For Approval’ | NickRewind

Are You Afraid of the Dark? (2019) FULL EPISODE πŸ•―️ ‘Part 1: Submitted For Approval’ | NickRewind


Join the club – if you DARE! Submitted for the approval of The Midnight Society, it’s the first full episode of the brand new Are You Afraid of the Dark? miniseries. And don’t miss parts 2 & 3 on Nickelodeon this October!

Let me know your thoughts on PART 1 and if you'll be watching PARTS 2 & 3 with us on Nick! πŸ•―️

Nickelodeon is preparing for the return of The Midnight Society with the all-new Are You Afraid of the Dark? three-part limited series event. Based on the ‘90s kids’ cult classic, and reimagined for a new generation, part one of Are You Afraid of the Dark? will debut on Friday, Oct. 11, at 7:00 p.m. (ET/PT), with parts two and three to follow Oct. 18, and Oct. 25, respectively.

Across the three hour-long episodes, Are You Afraid of the Dark? will follow members of an entirely new Midnight Society, who tell a terrifying tale of the Carnival of Doom and its evil ringmaster Mr. Tophat, only to witness the shocking story come frightfully to life. In the just-released trailer, viewers meet the new members of the Midnight Society, get a glimpse at the uncertainty that awaits and prepare for an adventure beyond their wildest nightmares.

The new members of the Midnight Society are: Rachel, played by Lyliana Wray (Top Gun: Maverick); Gavin, played by Sam Ashe Arnold (Best.Worst.Weekend.Ever.); Akiko, played by Miya Cech (Rim of the World, Always Be My Maybe); Graham, played by Jeremy Taylor (IT: Chapter Two, Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween); and Louise, played by Tamara Smart (Artemis Fowl, The Worst Witch). The Carnival of Doom’s ringmaster, Mr. Tophat, is played by Rafael Casal (Blindspotting).

Are You Afraid of the Dark? is produced by ACE Entertainment (To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before, The Perfect Date) with ACE founder Matt Kaplan and Spencer Berman serving as executive producers. The series is written by BenDavid Grabinski (Skiptrace, Happily) and directed by Dean Israelite (Power Rangers movie, Project Almanac), both of whom are also executive producers. Chris Foss is also an executive producer.

One of the Nickelodeon’s most iconic series from the ‘90s, the original Are You Afraid of the Dark? delivered riveting stories of horror to young audiences, all from a kid’s perspective. Are You Afraid of the Dark? is owned by DHX and was created by D.J. MacHale and Ned Kandel, who are also executive producers on the project.

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More Nick: 'Are You Afraid of the Dark?' Reboot Sneak Peek: Watch the New York Comic Con 2019 Footage!

Originally published: Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at 17:49 BST.
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How to Draw Raphael ✍️ | Draw Along w/ Alan Wan 🎨 | Rise of the TMNT | Nickelodeon Animation

How to Draw Raphael ✍️ | Draw Along w/ Alan Wan 🎨 | Rise of the TMNT



Draw along with Rise of the TMNT supervising producer Alan Wan as he teaches us how to draw Raphael!

Catch brand-new Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on Nicktoons!: http://nickalive.blogspot.com/2019/10/nickelodeon-usa-to-move-rise-of-teenage.html

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More Nick: Geocaching HQ and Nickelodeon Partner on Limited-Edition 'Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' Trackable Game Pieces!
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Nickelodeon USA to Premiere New 'Henry Danger' Halloween Special 'Story Tank' on Saturday, October 12, 2019

Things are about to get spooky in the Man Cave this October when Nickelodeon USA premieres brand-new Henry Danger Halloween special "Story Tank" on Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 8:00 p.m.!


In the all-new Henry Danger Halloween episode "Story Tank", big steaks are on the line when Henry (Jace Norman) claims he can't be scared; Schwoz (Michael D. Cohen) uses a machine that allows Henry to virtually experience the spooky stories that everyone in the Man Cave tells him in an attempt to prove Henry wrong. (#528)



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More Nick: Nickelodeon USA's October 2019 Premiere Highlights | Halloween | Nick or Treat!

Originally published: Friday, October 04, 2019.
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Nights Of The Jack to Host 'SpongeBob SquarePants' and 'Are You Afraid of the Dark?' Installations

Nights Of The Jack, a Halloween jack o' lantern experience at King Gillette Ranch in the heart of Calabasas, California has announced the fangtastic news that they are partnering with Nickelodeon to host installations inspired by beloved series SpongeBob SquarePants and Are You Afraid of the Dark?, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the network's iconic animated series and the revival of the network's beloved horror anthology series!


Nights Of The Jack is more than your traditional Halloween attraction. Vast grounds of intricately hand-carved and illuminated pumpkins welcome visitors as they make their way through the half-mile trail around the ranch.

This year, in partnership with Nickelodeon, the event will feature a special SpongeBob SquarePants installation, which brings to life fan-favorite SpongeBob characters and iconic Bikini Bottom places through an illuminated pumpkin display, as well as an Are You Afraid of the Dark? pre-show tent space to include twisted surprises, along with an interactive augmented reality experience.

The grounds will also feature a live pumpkin carver, gift shop, food trucks from some of Los Angeles’ most popular dining destinations, "The Spookeasy Bar" @ Nights of the Jack, which will serve traditional alcoholic beverages as well as specially crafted Halloween cocktails, and tons of other “Instagrammable” moments for all to enjoy!

Dates: Nights of the Jack will be open to the public from Thursday, October 3 through Sunday, November 3, 2019
Times: Thursday, October 3 - Sunday, October 27: Thursday-Sunday, from 6:00pm – 11:00pm
Monday, October 28 – Sunday, November 3: Monday-Sunday, from 6:00pm – 11:00pm
Info and tickets: https://nightsofthejack.com/

Nickelodeon will premiere a brand-new SpongeBob SquarePants Halloween special and network's Are You Afraid of the Dark? revival in October 2019!

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OPENING: 'Nights of the Jack' - Halloween 2019: Calabasas

At King Gillette Ranch, 26800 Mulholland Hwy, Calabasas, CA. (Courtesy of “Nights of the Jack” )

Event Details
Thu, Oct. 3, 2019 at 6:00 PM
More Information
“Nights of the Jack”

Oct. 3 – Nov. 3, 2019

Oct. 3 - Oct. 27: Thursdays-Sundays, 6 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Oct. 28 – Nov. 3: Monday-Sunday, 6 p.m. – 11 p.m.
King Gillette Ranch, 26800 Mulholland Hwy, Calabasas, CA 91302

Hosted by Nights of the Jack:

“'Nights of the Jack' will return to King Gillette Ranch in Calabasas from October 3 – November 3.

"Angelenos will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in a Halloween wonderland, filled with thousands of hand-carved Jack O’Lanterns at this ranch, which is steeped in history.

"Legend has it that in 1824, at the top of the Calabasas grade on the original El Camino Real, a rancher from Oxnard spilled a wagonload of pumpkins while en route to Los Angeles. Sometime later, hundreds of pumpkin seeds sprouted alongside the road. As a result of the surprising event, the area was dubbed Las Calabasas—'the place where the pumpkins fell.'

"Tickets for the once-in-a-lifetime production are on sale now at https://nightsofthejack.com/. Guests who reserve tickets for opening weekend (October 3-6) will receive a 25% discount.

"Nights Of The Jack is more than your traditional Halloween attraction. Vast grounds of intricately hand-carved and illuminated pumpkins will welcome visitors as they make their way through the half-mile trail around the ranch.

"This year, in partnership with Nickelodeon, the event will feature a special SpongeBob SquarePants installation, which brings to life fan-favorite SpongeBob characters and iconic Bikini Bottom places through an illuminated pumpkin display, as well as an Are You Afraid of the Dark? pre-show tent space to include twisted surprises, along with an interactive augmented reality experience.

"The grounds will also feature a live pumpkin carver, gift shop, food trucks from some of Los Angeles’ most popular dining destinations, 'The Spookeasy Bar' @ Nights of the Jack, which will serve traditional alcoholic beverages as well as specially crafted Halloween cocktails, and tons of other 'Instagrammable' moments for all to enjoy!"

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From The Blast:

'SpongeBob SquarePants' Bikini Bottom Recreated In Amazing Pumpkin Display


Forget a pineapple under the sea ... because right now it's all about the pumpkins!

Nickelodeon's "SpongeBob SquarePants" was just given the Halloween treatment by some skilled artists who recreated the famous city of Bikini Bottom with jack-o'-lanterns.


The exhibit is being featured at Nights of the Jack in Calabasas, CA.

Visitors to the event get to enjoy an interactive Halloween experience featuring intricately hand-carved and illuminated pumpkins spread throughout the sprawling King Gillette Ranch.

The half-mile trail features dinosaurs, sea life, and famous movie monsters, but the biggest attraction this year is definitely the SpongeBob scene.


Nights of the Jack teamed up with Nickelodeon and recreated the iconic Bikini Bottom, which even features the Krusty Krab ... with Mr. Krabs nearby keeping watch over his beloved Krabby Patty recipe while Plankton works on his latest evil plan.


Even Squidward got into the Halloween spirit, and can be seen near his tiki home.



SpongeBob's pet snail, Gary, is featured alongside Sandy the squirrel, who is fully clad in her diving suit.


A trip to Bikini Bottom wouldn't be complete without paying a visit to Patrick Star, and he can be seen jumping for joy among a giant cluster of pumpkins.


Are You Afraid of the Dark?


"SpongeBob SquarePants" isn't the only Nickelodeon show being celebrated at Nights of the Jack, as the classic horror show, "Are You Afraid of the Dark?" was also brought to life.

To celebrate the upcoming movie, Nickelodeon put together a spooky tent filled with "twisted surprises," and an interactive experience to make guests an official member of The Midnight Society.

Nights of the Jack runs from October 3 - November 3.

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More Nick: Nickelodeon to Host 'SpongeBob SquarePants' and 'Are You Afraid of the Dark?' Panels at New York Comic Con 2019!

Originally published: Friday, September 06, 2019.

Original source: Patch.
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Walmart Leads Halloween Retail Program for Genius Brands’ 'Rainbow Rangers' With In-Store Exclusive Nationwide

Walmart Leads Halloween Retail Program for Genius Brands International’s Rainbow Rangers With In-Store Exclusive Nationwide

Halloween Costumes from Disguise Also Available Online at Walmart, Target, Party City, Amazon, and Halloweencostumes.com; and Direct-to-Retail Program for Rainbow Rangers’ Costumes at 1,200 Spirit Halloween Stores Nationwide



Genius Brands International's Rainbow Rangers Halloween Costumes

Genius Brands International has unveiled an assortment of new Halloween costumes and accessories from Disguise based on its hit Rainbow Rangers series on Nick Jr. Available in-store and online at Walmart, as well as online at Party City and halloweencostumes.com. Costumes are also available in approximately 1,200 Spirit Halloween stores through a direct-to-retail program.

Genius Brands International, Inc.

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Oct. 08, 2019 -- Led by Walmart (NYSE:WMT), Genius Brands International, Inc. (“Genius Brands”) (NASDAQ: GNUS), a global brand management company that creates and licenses multimedia entertainment content for children, announces the nationwide launch of the first Halloween retail program for Rainbow Rangers, based on the hit original preschool series currently airing daily on Nick Jr.

Genius Brands has initiated multiple retail launches for Rainbow Rangers for Halloween, highlighted by an in-store exclusive with Walmart, available in approximately 1,200 locations nationwide. Walmart will offer, exclusively, the Floof costume from Disguise based on the popular character in Rainbow Rangers. The Company has also unveiled an assortment of Rainbow Rangers Halloween costumes and accessories from Disguise at online retailers, including Walmart, Amazon, Party City, and halloweencostumes.com. Additionally, costumes are also available in approximately 1,200 Spirit Halloween stores through a direct-to-retail program.

“The launch of the Rainbow Rangers’ Halloween program at Walmart signifies our continued growth of the brand with merchandise distribution at mass retail,” said Andy Heyward, Chairman & CEO of Genius Brands. “This is just the beginning as we work with our top-tier manufacturing and retail partners to take this special brand to the next level with 375 SKUs across a broad range of merchandise categories planned in total for distribution at market over the next 12 months.”

“In the preschool merchandising market, Halloween is a significant holiday to create product that truly engages the audience with the brand, and we are thrilled to go to market this year with our first line of Halloween costumes for Rainbow Rangers with an amazing line-up of mass brick and mortar, specialty and online retail partners such as Walmart, Spirit Halloween, Amazon, Party City, and halloweencostumes.com,” commented Lloyd Mintz, SVP, Global Consumer Products, Genius Brands.

About Rainbow Rangers

Rainbow Rangers is a rescue-based series that follows the adventures of seven girls who are Earth’s first responders, protecting people, animals, resources, and the natural beauty of our world. The series airs Monday – Friday, 3x per day, and on the weekends with a new episode premiering each Sunday.

Rainbow Rangers boasts a unique and highly-accomplished team of creators from the animated motion picture and television worlds, including Rob Minkoff (Disney’s The Lion King director), Shane Morris (Disney’s Frozen co-writer), Tim Mansfield, and New York Times Bestselling author and Emmy Award-nominated writer Elise Allen (Dinosaur Train, Lion Guard, Barbie specials), who serves as head writer and co-creator. Multiple Emmy Award-winning director Michael Maliani directs the series, and Genius Brands' Chairman and CEO and multiple Emmy Award-winning producer, Andy Heyward, serves as executive producer.

Viewers can visit nickjr.com, the Nick Jr. app and the official Rainbow Rangers show website, rainbowrangers.com to find out more about the show and its colorful superheroes and to watch exclusive video clips. Viewers can also follow the official Rainbow Rangers community on Facebook and Instagram for magical updates.

About Genius Brands International
Headquartered in Beverly Hills, Genius Brands International, Inc. (Nasdaq: GNUS) is a leading global kids media company developing, producing, marketing, and licensing branded children's entertainment properties and consumer products for media and retail distribution. The Company's "content with a purpose" brand portfolio, which is led by award-winning creators and producers, including the all-new Stan Lee’s Superhero Kindergarten, Rainbow Rangers for Nick Jr.; Llama Llama for Netflix; award-winning toddler brand, Baby Genius; adventure comedy STEM series, Thomas Edison's Secret Lab; and financial literacy and entrepreneurship series, Warren Buffett's Secret Millionaires Club. The Company’s content catalog also includes the animated series, Stan Lee's Cosmic Crusaders, created with Stan Lee's Pow! Entertainment. Seeing the need to provide kids and parents with a safe viewing environment that offers premium enriching and engaging programming, Genius Brands launched the Genius Brands Network – comprised of Kid Genius Cartoon Channel and Baby Genius TV, as well as an exclusive Kid Genius Cartoons Plus subscription channel on Amazon Prime. The Network channels are available in approximately 80 million U.S. households via a variety of distribution platforms, such as OTT, set-top box, internet, and mobile. Through licensing agreements with category-leading partners, characters from the Company's properties also appear on a wide range of consumer products for retail. For additional information, please visit www.gnusbrands.com.

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