Nickelodeon India's Nick HD+ to Start to Air 'Digimon Adventure tri.' Film Series from Sunday 9th September 2018 [Updated]

Update (3/9): Digimon is back by popular demand! Following receiving lots of requests from fans after Nickelodeon Sonic removed the Digimon Adventure tri. anime film series from the channel's schedules following the premiere of the first movie in August 2018 (see below for details), Nickelodeon India's HD channel, Nick HD+ will start to air Digimon Adventure tri. again, beginning with the first movie in the series, "Reunion" on Sunday 9th September 2018 at 1:30pm!

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Nickelodeon Sonic, India's first channel for the action-loving generation, will host the Indian TV premiere of the popular Digimon Adventure tri. anime film series this August, kicking off with the first movie in the series, "Reunion", on Friday 10th August 2018 at 7:30pm, as part of the channel's Friday Premiere Punch programming stunt!

Nickelodeon Sonic, India's first channel for the action-loving generation, will host the Indian TV premiere of the popular Digimon Adventure tri. anime film series this August, kicking off with the first movie in the series, "Reunion", on Friday 10th August 2018 at 7:30pm, as part of the channel's Friday Premiere Punch programming stunt!

Update (19/8): Unfortunately, Nickelodeon made a last minute schedule change, and didn't air the Digimon Adventure tri. movie "Determination" as planned, and has taken Digimon Adventure tri. off the schedule completely for the foreseeable future. Stay tuned for more updates! The schedule change was very last minute, as Nick continued to advertise the premiere and had a on-screen countdown clock up.

Update (21/8): Nickelodeon Sonic's communications team has reportedly confirmed to Anime News India that Digimon Adventure tri., along with other non-locally produced shows, such as Power Rangers and Dinosaur King have been pulled from Sonic's schedules due to poor ratings performances.

Update (14/8): Sonic will air the second movie in the Digimon Adventure tri. series, "Determination", on Friday 17th August 2018 at 7:30pm!

Digimon Adventure tri. (Japanese: デジモンアドベンチャーtri. Hepburn: Dejimon Adobenchā Torai) is a Japanese adventure anime film series produced by Toei Animation to celebrating the 15th anniversary of Akiyoshi Hongo's hit Digimon franchise. The six-part series serves as a direct sequel to the first two television series, Digimon Adventure and Digimon Adventure 02.

Digimon Adventure tri. is set three years after Digimon Adventure 02. A mysterious anomaly is causing distortions in the Real World and Digimon are being plagued by a virus that turns them hostile. These circumstances lead to the DigiDestined being reunited with their partner Digimon. Joined by another DigiDestined named Meiko Mochizuki and her partner Meicoomon, they must not only deal with the mystery of the infected Digimon but also with the responsibility of growing up.

Sonic will be airing five of the six Digimon Adventure tri. films this August: "Reunion", "Determination", "Pronounce", "Lost" and "Existence".


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Originally published: Monday, August 6, 2018.

H/T: ToonZone Forums /@jackz167, @animegamer (II, III, IV), Twitter /@Distoonlodeon, @RKB134; Additional sources: Wikipedia, Amazon.co.uk, Times of India.

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UK: London Live To Air Three Seasons Of "Power Rangers" As Part Of New Children's Strand, "Bounce"

London Live, a local television channel in London, England, UK, is launching a new children’s programming strand called Bounce to coincide with the beginning of the school summer holidays on Monday 17th July 2017.

Bounce will broadcast Monday to Saturdays 6-9 am, and promises to deliver compelling and innovative programming, engaging with children aged 4 to 15 in and around the capital. In the future, the programming block could be developed further to include Sunday mornings and early evening when kids get home from school.

Partnering with established content distributors Saban Brands and Studio 100, titles include a raft of UK premieres including Heidi, Tashi, K3 and the UK TV premiere series of Saban’s Glitter Force. These are in addition to iconic brands Digimon and three seasons from the 24-year series library of Saban’s Power Rangers franchise, including the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Power Rangers Lightspeed Rescue, and Power Rangers S.P.D.

“Bringing Bounce to life is something the team and I are very proud of, the immediate reaction from agencies and clients has been equally enthusiastic,” said Kavita Veeramah-Collins, London Live’s Sales Director. “Our alliance with key content partners, Saban Brands and Studio100, will ensure the strand grows from strength to strength. With a multitude of opportunities alongside traditional spot, advertisers have access to a truly unique and refreshing platform.”

Lucy Myers, London Live’s Programming Director, added: "With over three years’ audience growth under our belt, successfully delivering a multi-genre channel across news, entertainment, factual and film content, the summer school holidays are perfect timing to launch our children's programming strand Bounce.

“A dynamic, fun and energetic strand for boys and girls, the combination of exclusive content including UK Premiere series Glitter Force and Heidi, alongside well-loved titles such as Power Rangers and Digimon, perfectly complements our continuing programme strategy of curating the best quality content for London audiences. We're confident Bounce will delight children and parents alike."

A linear launch is London Live’s first step towards creating a experience for kids whilst giving parents confidence in the environment. But plans are also underway to launch the Bounce app in early 2018 supported by features that will give parents control of their kids viewing. Bounce launches with a consumer activation at Alexandra Palace’s Summer Festival on Saturday 22nd July 2017 as part of a defined marketing strategy that will include local engagement with schools.

Bounce will be found on London Live on Freeview 8, YouView 8, Sky 117 and Virgin 159.

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Original source: Toys 'n' Playthings; Additional source: Wikipedia.

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List Of Nickelodeon Comic-Con International: San Diego 2017 Exclusives | #NickSDCC

Check out the fantastic array of SDCC exclusives based on hit Nickelodeon shows, including Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, SpongeBob SquarePants and Power Rangers, that lucky attendees will be able to find and pick-up at Comic-Con International: San Diego 2017!

You can find a full list of Nickelodeon's scheduled SDCC 2017 events and highlights, including first-looks at Nickelodeon's upcoming movies Rocko’s Modern Life: Static Cling and Hey Arnold!: The Jungle Movie, here on NickALive!.

San Diego Comic-Con 2017 will run between July 20-23, 2017 (Preview night: July 19). Nickelodeon will be at SDCC 2017 booth #4113. #NickSDCC

Have I missed any exclusives? Let me know in the comments, on Twitter (@DailyNickNews) or via email!

Nicktoons USA To Premiere More Brand-New Episodes From "Digimon Fusion" Season 2 Starting Independence Day Weekend

Nickelodeon USA has announced the exciting news in a email to ToonZone Forums member '4Kids4EverFandom' that the second season of Saban Brands' "Digimon Fusion" returns to Nick USA's animation and action channel, Nicktoons USA, with double premieres during the Independence Day weekend! Following the Independence Day weekend, Nicktoons USA will continue to debut more brand-new episodes from "Digimon Fusion" season two through to Mid-August 2015!

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Season Two Of "Digimon Fusion" Premieres Sunday 8th March 2015 On Nicktoons USA

Original Nickelodeon USA Press Release via Toon Zone News:

SEASON TWO OF DIGIMON FUSION PREMIERES SUNDAY, MARCH 8, AT 10 A.M. (ET) ON NICKTOONS

Get ready for more fusion powers and endless battles as Nicktoons premieres the second season of the action-packed series, Digimon Fusion, with back-to-back episodes on Sunday, March 8, at 10 a.m. (ET). The new season (24 half-hour episodes) continues the journey of Mikey and his Digimon partner, Shoutman, in the Digital World. Digimon Fusion will air regularly Sundays at 10 a.m. (ET) and 10:30 a.m. (ET) on Nicktoons.

In the season premiere, "Back to the Digital World! Hot Time in Dragon Land," at 10 a.m. (ET), Mikey and Shoutman return to the Digital World, but discover it has been completely taken over by the evil Bagra Empire, divided into seven lands and ruled by seven Dark Generals who all have the power to Digi-fuse. In the second premiere, "Take a Stand, Christopher! Fusion Fighters' Rescue Mission," at 10:30 a.m. (ET), Christopher and Metal Greymon's strength is put to the test when they join Mikey and Shoutman on a rescue mission to save the rest of the Fusion Fighters from being deleted at the hands of the Dark General Dorbickmon.

Fans can visit Nicktoons.com to unlock every episode from season one before the season two premiere.

About Nicktoons

Nicktoons has the highest concentration of B2–11 across all television and offers a roster of hits that have defined kids' and animation lovers' TV, including the Yu-Gi-Oh!, Digimon and Power Rangers franchises; Avatar: The Last Airbender; Invader Zim; Danny Phantom; SpongeBob SquarePants; The Fairly OddParents; and The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron, Boy Genius. The network also features NickSports, a weekly programming block showcasing a mix of original and acquired long- and short-form content from professional sports leagues NFL, MLS, NASCAR and WWE; series including Wild Grinders from Rob Dyrdek, the animated NFL RUSH ZONE and the magazine-format show NFL RUSH; documentary programming; and acquired sports-themed theatrical movies. Nicktoons currently reaches almost 68 million homes via cable, digital cable and satellite. Nicktoons and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB).

About Digimon Fusion

Digimon Fusion is an animated series and the sixth installment of the Digimon franchise. The action-packed series follows Mikey, a human boy, who is transported into the digital world and must team up with his new "Digimon" or "Digital Monster" friends to defeat evil once and for all. New fusion powers allow Digimon to combine and fuse, creating endless battle possibilities. A property of Saban Brands, Digimon Fusion airs on Nicktoons every Sunday at 10 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. (ET/PT). Visit www.digimonfusion.com for more information.

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Nicktoons USA To Premiere "Digimon Fusion" Season Two On Sunday 8th March 2015

Saban Brands has announced the exciting news in a Tweet on their official "Digimon" Twitter profile page, @SabansDigimon, that Nick USA's animation and action channel, Nicktoons USA, will start to premiere and show brand-new episodes from the second season of "Digimon Fusion" from Sunday 8th March 2015 at 10:00am ET/PT, 9:00am C!

To celebrate, Nickelodeon USA has unveiled a selection of full episodes from the first season of "Digimon Fusion" in a special "Blowout" video playlist on NickToons USA's official website, allowing fans to catch up on what's been happening in the Digiverse before the premiere of season two, which fans can watch here on nicktoons.nick.com for free!

Additional source: ToonZone forum member RDG.

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NickToons USA To Start To Premiere More New Episodes Of "Digimon Fusion" In February 2014

Saban Brands has announced in the following press release, from Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance, the exciting Nickelodeon news that Nick USA's animation and action channel, Nicktoons USA, will continue to show brand-new episodes of the all-new animated television series "Digimon Fusion" in February 2014!

New episodes of "Digimon Fusion", the sixth installment of the hugely successful "Digimon" franchise, return to Nicktoons USA from Monday 17th February 2014, with an all-day marathon followed by two brand-new episodes at 9:00pm ET/PT. The series will rollout weekly premieres in its regular timeslot starting Sunday 23rd February 2014 at 11:30am ET/PT.

The Digimon fun continues with master toy licensee, Bandai America, who has produced a product line including toys, trading cards and digital apps for the series. The new "Digimon Fusion" Collectable Card Game, released Saturday 18th January 2014, was one of the first products broadly available for purchase to the public. To celebrate the new card game, Saban Brands and Bandai have been revealing card artwork through a special "Tuesday FUSEday" online promotion running throughout January 2014. Each week, three cards are being unveiled through a post on "Digimon Fusion"'s official Facebook profile page. The first two cards are released directly via Facebook and a third "super rare" card is released via a link to the official "Digimon Fusion" website. All cards are housed on the Digimon Fusion Facebook page and are also available for viewing on the website once they are revealed. Additional "Digimon Fusion" products will be available for purchase beginning mid-February 2014 at various retailers.

Also coming soon to "Digimon Fusion" fans is "Digimon Fusion Shoutmon Smash", a fun and addictive online game in which Shoutmon brings his ferociousness to smash out the enemies. The game will be available on DigimonFusion.com, MyVortexx.com and other websites around the world later this month.

Additionally, Saban Brands has also announced plans to provide fans with more "Digimon Fusion" than ever before! Following its Fall/Autumn 2013 debut on Nickelodeon USA and Nicktoons USA, starting Jan. 25, the animated series and sixth season of the hugely successful Digimon franchise joins the Vortexx on The CW lineup, airing every Saturday at 10:30am EST/PST. With exciting new fusion powers and endless battle possibilities, "Digimon Fusion" is the perfect addition to the Vortexx on The CW programming block.

Original Saban Brands Press Release:

Get Digitized with More Digimon Fusion than Ever Before!

Digimon Fusion to Air on Vortexx on The CW in Addition to Nicktoons, Celebrating with a Digi-Fused Online Fan Promotion Throughout January and New Online Game

January 14, 2014 12:00 PM

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

Saban Brands announced today plans to provide fans with more Digimon Fusion than ever before! Following its fall 2013 debut on Nickelodeon and Nicktoons, starting Jan. 25, the animated series and sixth season of the hugely successful Digimon franchise will join the Vortexx on The CW lineup, airing every Saturday at 10:30 a.m. EST/PST. With exciting new fusion powers and endless battle possibilities, Digimon Fusion is the perfect addition to the Vortexx on The CW block.

New episodes of the series return to Nicktoons Monday, Feb. 17, with an all-day marathon followed by two brand-new episodes at 9:00 p.m. EST. The series will rollout weekly premieres in its regular timeslot starting Sunday, Feb. 23, at 11:30 a.m. EST.

"By making Digimon Fusion available on two different television networks and offering fans online promotions and a new online game, we are creating even more opportunities for fans to engage with the series," said Elie Dekel, President of Saban Brands. "With the continued growth of the series, we are thrilled to be able to provide fans with more of Digimon Fusion's adventure-packed digital world."

The Digimon fun continues with master toy licensee, Bandai America, who has produced a product line including toys, trading cards and digital apps for the series. The new Digimon Fusion Collectable Card Game will be one of the first products broadly available for purchase to the public, starting Jan. 18. To celebrate the new card game, Saban Brands and Bandai are revealing card artwork through a “Tuesday FUSEday” online promotion running throughout January. Each week, three cards are being unveiled through a post on Digimon Fusion’s Facebook page. The first two cards are released directly via Facebook and a third “super rare” card is released via a link to the official Digimon Fusion website. All cards are housed on the Digimon Fusion Facebook page and are also available for viewing on the website once they are revealed. Additional Digimon Fusion products will be available for purchase beginning mid-February at various retailers.

Also coming soon to Digimon Fusion fans is “Digimon Fusion Shoutmon Smash,” a fun and addictive online game in which Shoutmon brings his ferociousness to smash out the enemies. The game will be available on DigimonFusion.com, MyVortexx.com and other websites around the world later this month.

For more information on Digimon Fusion, please visit www.digimonfusion.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram.

About Digimon Fusion

Digimon Fusion is the all-new animated series and sixth installment of the Digimon franchise. The action packed series follows Mikey, a human boy, who is transported into the digital world and must team up with his new “Digimon” or “Digital Monster” friends to defeat evil once and for all. New fusion powers allow Digimon to combine and fuse, creating endless battle possibilities. A property of Saban Brands, Digimon Fusion airs Sundays at 11:30 a.m. (ET/PT) on Nicktoons and will launch on Vortexx on The CW on January 25, 2014. Visit www.digimonfusion.com for more information.

About Saban Brands

Formed in 2010 as an affiliate of Saban Capital Group, Saban Brands (SB) was established to acquire and develop a world-class portfolio of properties and capitalize on the company’s experience, track record and capabilities in growing and monetizing consumer brands through content, media and marketing. SB applies a global omni-channel management approach to enhancing and extending its brands in markets worldwide and to consumers of all ages. The company provides full-service management, marketing, promotion and strategic business development for its intellectual properties including comprehensive strategies unique to each brand, trademark and copyright management and enforcement, creative design, retail development, direct-to-consumer initiatives and specialized property extensions. SB is led by a superior management team with decades of experience in media, content creation, branding, licensing, marketing, digital and finance. SB's portfolio of properties currently includes Power Rangers, Paul Frank, Digimon Fusion, Julius Jr., Popples, Vortexx, Zui.com and The Playforge. For more information, visit www.sabanbrands.com.

About Vortexx

Vortexx is an entertainment platform focused on delivering content, activities and products featuring high-energy action, adventure and comedy. On television, Vortexx provides programming, which airs Saturdays from 7 a.m. – noon on The CW. The nationally broadcast programming block reaches 110 million homes and features marquee titles such as Sonic X, Yu-Gi-Oh! ZEXAL and Justice League Unlimited. In addition to television, Vortexx offers a variety of online and mobile entertainment destinations that will keep kids entertained 24/7/365. Vortexx is an affiliate of Saban Brands. Learn more at MyVortexx.tv.

About Bandai America Incorporated

A leader in developing engaging, quality toys that capture children’s imaginative spirit and provide endless “Fun For The Future,” Bandai America Incorporated is the manufacturer and master toy licensee of some of the most popular brands in children’s toys and interactive entertainment today. The Bandai America brand family includes Power Rangers®, Ben 10™ and Pac-Man and The Ghostly Adventures™, among other boys, girls, preschool and hobby product lines. Bandai America Incorporated is a subsidiary of NAMCO BANDAI Holdings (USA) Inc., an entity that resulted from the integration of Namco Ltd. and Bandai Co. Ltd. of Japan. Global interests encompass three strategic business units: Toys and Hobby, Amusement Facility and Contents. The company is headquartered in Cypress, California. Find out more about our expertise in connecting with kids in fun and fresh ways at www.Bandai.com.

About Nicktoons

Nicktoons has the highest concentration of B2–11 across all television and offers programming such as the NFL RUSH ZONE franchise, Rob Dyrdek's Wild Grinders, Iron Man: Armored Adventures, Alien Dawn, the Dragon Ball franchise, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Voltron Force, Monsuno, and the Power Rangers franchise as well as a roster of hits that have defined kids' and animation lovers' TV, including Avatar: The Last Airbender, Invader Zim, Danny Phantom, SpongeBob SquarePants, The Fairly OddParents, and The Adventures of Jimmy Neutron, Boy Genius. Nicktoons currently reaches almost 68 million homes via cable, digital cable and satellite. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nicktoons and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB).

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Saban Brands Announces All-New Episodes of "Power Rangers Megaforce", Followed By Season Premiere Of "Digimon Fusion", Debuting On Nickelodeon USA On Saturday 7th September 2013

Saban Brands and Nickelodeon have today, Wednesday 28th August 2013, announced in the following press release, from PRNewswire, the exciting Nickelodeon News that Nick USA will start to premiere and show more brand new episodes of Saban's "Power Rangers Megaforce" on Saturday 7th September 2013 at 1 p.m. (ET/PT)! The all-new episodes of "Power Rangers Megaforce" will be followed by the season premiere of the brand new animated television series "Digimon Fusion" at 1:30 p.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon USA! The back-to-back episodes team up to create a MEGA power hour packed with action, excitement, humor and entertainment!

The return of new episodes of "Power Rangers Megaforce" continues the celebration of the franchise's 20th Anniversary, with today marking 20 years since the original series, Saban's "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers" ("MMPR"), which first aired on television on August 28, 1993!

"Power Rangers Megaforce" picks up when a shadow-stealing monster attacks, and the Megaforce Rangers must teach Robo Knight the power of teamwork in order to defeat him.

"Digimon Fusion" marks the sixth installment of the hugely successful "Digimon" franchise, which Saban Brands re-acquired in 2012. The all-new "Digimon Fusion" series follows Mikey, a human boy, who is transported into the digital realm and must team up with his new "Digimon" or "Digital Monster" friends before their world is deleted once and for all. New fusion powers allow Digimon to combine and fuse their abilities to create endless battle possibilities. Unleashing countless Digimon combinations, "Digimon Fusion" takes today's tech-savvy kids inside an adventure-packed digital world, where the heroes' courage is matched only by the fusion of their teamwork, loyalty and humor.

Original Saban Brands Press Release:

Saban Brands Announces All-New Episodes of Power Rangers Megaforce, Followed by the Season Premiere of Digimon Fusion, Debuting on Nickelodeon, Saturday, Sept. 7

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 28, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Saban Brands and Nickelodeon today announced that Saban's Power Rangers Megaforce will return with all-new episodes on Saturday, Sept. 7, at 1 p.m. (ET/PT), followed by the season premiere of the all-new Digimon Fusion at 1:30 p.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon. The back-to-back episodes team up to create a MEGA power hour packed with action, excitement, humor and entertainment.

"Fans have eagerly been awaiting new episodes of Power Rangers Megaforce, and we're excited to bring them back as we launch another one of our highly anticipated television properties, Digimon Fusion," said Elie Dekel, President of Saban Brands. "The back-to-back programming will be filled with tons of action, adventure and fun. The fans are in for a real treat."

The return of new episodes of Power Rangers Megaforce continues the celebration of the franchise's 20th Anniversary, with today marking 20 years since the original series, Saban's Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, first aired on television on August 28, 1993.

Power Rangers Megaforce picks up when a shadow-stealing monster attacks, and the Megaforce Rangers must teach Robo Knight the power of teamwork in order to defeat him.

Digimon Fusion marks the sixth installment of the hugely successful Digimon franchise, which Saban Brands re-acquired in 2012. The all-new Digimon Fusion series follows Mikey, a human boy, who is transported into the digital realm and must team up with his new "Digimon" or "Digital Monster" friends before their world is deleted once and for all. New fusion powers allow Digimon to combine and fuse their abilities to create endless battle possibilities. Unleashing countless Digimon combinations, Digimon Fusion takes today's tech-savvy kids inside an adventure-packed digital world, where the heroes' courage is matched only by the fusion of their teamwork, loyalty and humor.

For more information on Power Rangers Megaforce, please visit www.powerrangers.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram.

For more information on Digimon Fusion, please visit and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram.

About Saban's Power Rangers Megaforce

Power Rangers Megaforce is the current season of the iconic franchise on television. The series, which airs Saturdays at 1p.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon, delivers mega action, humor, excitement and entertainment, in addition to the core themes of friendship, teamwork, fitness, and helping others. Power Rangers Megaforce premiered as Saban Brands celebrates the 20th Anniversary of the Power Rangers franchise, which is helmed by Haim Saban, who created and produced the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers series in 1993. Following its introduction, Power Rangers quickly became the most-watched children's television program in the United States and remains one of the top-rated and longest running boys live-action series in television history. The series followed the adventures of a group of ordinary young people who "morphed" into superheroes. It was seen in more than 60 countries, translated into numerous languages, and was a mainstay in the most prominent international children's programming blocks. SCG Power Rangers LLC, which licenses and merchandises the Power Rangers brand, is an affiliate of Saban Brands. For more information, visit www.powerrangers.com.

About Digimon Fusion

Digimon Fusion is the all-new animated series and sixth installment of the Digimon franchise, the longest-running Japanese anime property. The series features all-new Digimon action and excitement following Mikey, a human boy, who is transported into the digital realm and must team up with his new "Digimon" or "Digital Monster" friends before their world is deleted once and for all. New fusion powers allow Digimon to combine and fuse their abilities to create endless battle possibilities. Digimon Fusion is a property of Saban Brands and will air on Nickelodeon in the U.S. in 2013. Visit www.SabanBrands.com for more information.

About Saban Brands

Formed in 2010 as an affiliate of Saban Capital Group, Saban Brands (SB) was established to acquire and develop a world-class portfolio of properties and capitalize on the company's experience, track record and capabilities in growing and monetizing consumer brands through content, media and marketing. SB applies a global omni-channel management approach to enhancing and extending its brands in markets worldwide and to consumers of all ages. The company provides full-service management, marketing, promotion and strategic business development for its intellectual properties including comprehensive strategies unique to each brand, trademark and copyright management and enforcement, creative design, retail development, direct-to-consumer initiatives and specialized property extensions. SB is led by a superior management team with decades of experience in media, content creation, branding, licensing, marketing and finance. SB's portfolio of properties currently includes Power Rangers, Paul Frank, Vortexx, Zui.com, The Playforge, Julius Jr., Digimon Fusion and Popples. For more information, visit www.sabanbrands.com.

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Saban Brands Launches Global Consumer Products Division

Saban Brands has announced today (Monday 17th June 2013) in the following press release, from PRNewswire, the news that Saban Brands has launched a new Global Consumer Products division, merging its domestic and international licensing and merchandising teams into a cohesive unit. The department is led by Kirk Bloomgarden, who serves as Senior Vice President of Global Consumer Products. The new division focuses on the global expansion of licensing programs for all Saban Brands properties, including Nickelodeon's "Power Rangers", Nick Jr. USA and Nick Jr. Australia and New Zealand's "Julius Jr.", and Nicktoons USA's Digimon Fusion, and for driving the strategic consumer product plans with licensees, retailers, broadcasters and agencies worldwide:

Saban Brands Launches Global Consumer Products Division

Bloomgarden leads new division; Leong, Rafferty and Wilson take on new global roles; Maeda joins team as Vice President of Licensing

LOS ANGELES, June 17, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Saban Brands has launched a new Global Consumer Products division, merging its domestic and international licensing and merchandising teams into a cohesive unit. The department is led by Kirk Bloomgarden, who serves as Senior Vice President of Global Consumer Products. The new division focuses on the global expansion of licensing programs for all Saban Brands properties and for driving the strategic consumer product plans with licensees, retailers, broadcasters and agencies worldwide.

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"This reorganization is a very exciting venture for us and will help continue the growth of our various global brands including Power Rangers and Paul Frank as well as the upcoming Julius Jr. and Digimon Fusion properties," said Elie Dekel, President of Saban Brands. "We've assembled a world-class team, and this new division allows these uniquely talented professionals to apply their expertise to our brands on a global scale while also maximizing efficiency."

In his new role, Bloomgarden focuses on growing Saban Brands' licensing and merchandising business globally across the company's portfolio of brands. Nina Leong moves into a new role as Senior Vice President, Strategic Business Development for Saban Brands, and will spearhead efforts to expand and broaden the Saban Brands portfolio, as well as strategically grow current properties. Leong focuses on searching for new brands, particularly in the lifestyle and fashion space. Mary Rafferty and Dan Wilson also have taken on new, global roles – their titles are Vice President of Global Consumer Products and Vice President of Global Retail, respectively.

In addition, Brian Maeda has joined the team as Vice President of Licensing, and will focus on helping to grow Saban Brands' business in Asia, with a focus on toys and video games. Maeda brings 20 years of experience in collaborating with Asian companies and working across publishing, film/TV acquisition, online content distribution, licensing and merchandising, third-party promotions and video games. He most recently was a Third-Party Account Manager at Xbox and also built the licensing and merchandising program for the Halo videogame franchise.

"Saban Brands is only three years old, and we've seen expanded growth and continued momentum in that short period of time. We have hundreds of licensees globally and our retail sales have increased exponentially year to year," said Bloomgarden. "The new Global Consumer Products division will help to streamline the process between licensees, retailers and all business partners globally. Our strategy for our brands has always been to 'think globally, act locally,' which will only be enhanced under this new structure."

In addition to the global team based in the United States, Saban Brands plans to open new offices in London, England and Shanghai, China later this year.

About Saban Brands

Formed in 2010 as an affiliate of Saban Capital Group, Saban Brands (SB) was established to acquire and develop a world-class portfolio of properties and capitalize on the company's experience, track record and capabilities in growing and monetizing consumer brands through content, media and marketing. SB applies a global omni-channel management approach to enhancing and extending its brands in markets worldwide and to consumers of all ages. The company provides full-service management, marketing, promotion and strategic business development for its intellectual properties including comprehensive strategies unique to each brand, trademark and copyright management and enforcement, creative design, retail development, direct-to-consumer initiatives and specialized property extensions. SB is led by a superior management team with decades of experience in media, content creation, branding, licensing, marketing and finance. SB's portfolio of properties currently includes Power Rangers, Paul Frank, Vortexx, Zui.com, The Playforge, Julius Jr., Digimon Fusion and Popples. For more information, visit www.sabanbrands.com.

Saban Brands Contact:

Kelsey Lynch
310-203-5875
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Saban Brands Announces Nickelodeon As U.S. Broadcast Partner For Brand-New "Digimon Fusion" Series

Saban Brands has announced the Nickelodeon News in the following Press Release, from PRNewswire, that they have named Nickelodeon USA and their U.S. broadcast partner for their brand-new animated television series "Digimon Fusion Series", and will start to air on Nick USA later this year (2013)! It is currently unknown whether Nickelodeon channels and networks around the world (Planet Nickelodeon) will also air "Digimon Fusion Series".

"Digimon Fusion" is the sixth installment (series) of the hugely successful Japanese anime (animation) 'Digimon' franchise, which Saban Brands re-acquired in 2012. Unleashing countless Digimon combinations, "Digimon Fusion" takes today's tech-savvy children inside an adventure-packed digital world, where the heroes' courage is matched only by the fusion of their teamwork, loyalty and humor. The series features all-new Digimon action and excitement following Mikey, a human boy, who is transported into the digital realm and must team up with his new "Digimon" or "Digital Monster" friends before their world is deleted once and for all. New fusion powers allow Digimon to combine and fuse their abilities to create endless battle possibilities:

Saban Brands Announces Nickelodeon as U.S. Broadcast Partner for Brand-New Digimon Fusion Series

The Powerful Anime Icon Gets a Reboot in 2013

NEW YORK, Feb. 5, 2013 /Saban Brands Press Release via PRNewswire/ -- Saban Brands announced today its new animated series, Digimon Fusion, will air on Nickelodeon in 2013. Digimon Fusion is the sixth installment of the hugely successful Digimon franchise, which Saban Brands re-acquired in 2012. Unleashing countless Digimon combinations, Digimon Fusion takes today's tech-savvy kids inside an adventure-packed digital world, where the heroes' courage is matched only by the fusion of their teamwork, loyalty and humor.

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"Digimon is the longest-running Japanese anime property and has been enjoyed by kids for more than a decade," said Elie Dekel , President of Saban Brands . "We're thrilled to be bringing the all-new Digimon Fusion TV series to Nickelodeon, where we have the opportunity to introduce the series to a new generation of children while still engaging long-time fans."
The series features all-new Digimon action and excitement following Mikey, a human boy, who is transported into the digital realm and must team up with his new "Digimon" or "Digital Monster" friends before their world is deleted once and for all. New fusion powers allow Digimon to combine and fuse their abilities to create endless battle possibilities. Tap into the excitement of Digimon Fusion later this year on Nickelodeon.

Digimon Fusion will be distributed internationally (outside of Asia) by MarVista Entertainment.

About Digimon Fusion

Digimon Fusion is the all-new animated series and sixth installment of the Digimon franchise, the longest-running Japanese anime property. The series will feature all-new Digimon action and excitement following Mikey, a human boy, who is transported into the digital realm and must team up with his new "Digimon" or "Digital Monster" friends before their world is deleted once and for all. New fusion powers allow Digimon to combine and fuse their abilities to create endless battle possibilities. A property of Saban Brands , Digimon Fusion will air on Nickelodeon in the U.S. in 2013. Visit www.SabanBrands.com for more information.

About Saban Brands

Formed in 2010 as an affiliate of Saban Capital Group, Saban Brands (SB) was established to acquire and develop a world-class portfolio of properties and capitalize on the company's experience, track record and capabilities in growing and monetizing consumer brands through content, media and marketing. SB applies a strategic transmedia management approach to enhancing and extending its brands in markets worldwide and to consumers of all ages. The company provides full-service management, marketing, promotion and strategic business development for its intellectual properties including comprehensive strategies unique to each brand, trademark and copyright management and enforcement, creative design, retail development, direct-to-consumer initiatives and specialized property extensions. SB is led by a superior management team with decades of experience in media, content creation, branding, licensing, marketing and finance. For more information, visit www.sabanbrands.com.

About Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon, now in its 33rd year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books, and feature films. Nickelodeon's U.S. television network is seen in almost 100 million households and has been the number-one-rated basic cable network for 18 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB).

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Nickelodeon dives into Digimon

Nickelodeon has acquired Digimon Fusion, the latest installment in the Japanese anime franchise, following a deal with its new owner Saban Brands.

The kids’ cablenet will air the series later this year. It’s the sixth incarnation of Digimon, which Saban reacquired last year from Toei Animation. The show was one of the first to combine TV and virtual pets.

The new version follows Mikey, a human boy, who is transported into the digital realm and must team up with his new ‘Digimon’ or ‘Digital Monster’ friends before their world is deleted once and for all.

“Digimon is the longest-running Japanese anime property and has been enjoyed by kids for more than a decade,” said Saban Brands president Elie Dekel.

“We’re thrilled to be bringing the all-new Digimon Fusion TV series to Nickelodeon, where we have the opportunity to introduce the series to a new generation of children while still engaging long-time fans.”

The Nick pick-up comes after parent Viacom last week unveiled plans to introduce six new series in a bid to turn around its flagging ratings.

Power Rangers owner Saban first brought Digimon to US audiences in 1999 via Fox Family Worldwide. MarVista handles distribution of the property outside Asia.

C21 reporter
05-02-2013
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