Dolphin Entertainment, Inc. - DLPN STOCK NEWS

Dolphin Entertainment (NASDAQ:DLPN) and IMAX Entertainment announce the release of a new 3D version of 'The Blue Angels' documentary in select IMAX institutional theaters globally starting January 17th, 2025. The film, which previously garnered over $2 million at the box office and topped Prime Video, offers unprecedented access to the Navy's elite Flight Demonstration Squadron.

The documentary, produced by Bad Robot, Glen Powell's Barnstorm Productions, Zipper Bros Films, and others, features immersive cockpit footage and aerial shots of the Blue Angels' precision flying. It will be shown across multiple venues including the Smithsonian Udvar-Hazy Center IMAX and Carnival Cruises IMAX Theaters, with a continuous rollout throughout the year.

The film follows the Blue Angels through their training to final show, featuring producer J.J. Abrams and actor-producer Glen Powell's involvement in bringing this unique perspective to audiences.

Dolphin Entertainment (NASDAQ:DLPN) has launched 'The Pod,' a new shareholder loyalty program in partnership with TiiCKER, the world's first shareholder engagement platform. The program offers tiered perks for verified DLPN investors, including gift cards and discount codes to premium brands like Häagen-Dazs, Francis Ford Coppola Wines, Carbone Fine Food, Saysh, and Foster Supply Hospitality.

Shareholders will receive exclusive access to concerts, movie screenings, and celebrity meet-and-greet events throughout the year. Investors can claim their perks by connecting their brokerage accounts at TiiCKER.com/DLPN. The initiative aims to strengthen investor engagement while providing added value to shareholders' investments.

Dolphin Entertainment, known for television and film production, public relations, and marketing solutions, joins other notable companies like Lionsgate, Fubo, and Whirlpool in partnering with TiiCKER's verified perks platform.

Dolphin Entertainment's subsidiary, The Digital Dept., has announced expansion plans for its BRANDEdit influencer showroom experiences and corporate event services in 2025. Building on its successful 2024 performance, where 820 creators generated over 170 million social impressions across 5 events, the company will expand to Nashville while maintaining presence in Los Angeles and New York.

The 2025 schedule includes events in Los Angeles (March and November), New York (May and September), and Nashville (June). Each BRANDEdit experience connects brands with over 150 high-caliber influencers during exclusive two-day events. The company is also expanding into corporate and retail event services, offering comprehensive solutions including creative development, venue sourcing, logistics management, and technology integration.

Shore Fire Media and 42West, subsidiaries of Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN), celebrated their clients' recognition at the 47th annual Kennedy Center Honors. Bonnie Raitt and Francis Ford Coppola were honored alongside the Grateful Dead and Arturo Sandoval, with the Apollo Theater receiving special recognition.

The ceremony, hosted by Queen Latifah on December 8, 2024, featured performances by Shore Fire clients including Dave Matthews, James Taylor, Trombone Shorty, and The War And Treaty. Matthews performed tributes to both Raitt and the Grateful Dead, while Taylor joined other artists in performing Raitt's "Nick of Time."

Coppola's tribute included appearances by notable film industry figures such as George Lucas, Martin Scorsese, and Robert DeNiro, along with several members of the Coppola family. The ceremony was broadcast on CBS on December 22, 2024.

Dolphin Entertainment (NASDAQ:DLPN) has announced plans to launch a shareholder loyalty program in early 2025 through a partnership with TiiCKER, a shareholder loyalty and engagement platform. The program will offer verified shareholders tiered benefits based on their investment level, including exclusive access to premium brands, concerts, movie screenings, meet-and-greet experiences, discounts, and gift cards.

The initiative aims to strengthen connections with retail investors by providing unique rewards and experiences. Shareholders will be able to link their brokerage accounts to unlock benefits, with more details about the program's official name and launch date to be announced in the coming weeks.

Dolphin Entertainment (NASDAQ:DLPN) has acquired the rights to adapt Clare Mulley's award-winning biography 'The Woman Who Saved the Children' into a feature film. The book chronicles the life of Eglantyne Jebb, founder of Save the Children in 1919, which reached nearly 106 million children across 115 countries in 2023.

This project marks Dolphin's return to scripted storytelling, following their recent success with 'The Blue Angels' documentary, co-produced with IMAX and JJ Abrams, which became the #1 movie on Amazon Prime over Memorial Day Weekend. The adaptation aims to showcase Jebb's revolutionary work in establishing children's human rights and her legacy in creating one of the world's leading humanitarian organizations.

Elle Communications, a Dolphin (NASDAQ:DLPN) acquisition, announces multiple clients receiving prestigious Anthem Awards for their social impact work. The recognized projects span various sectors including health innovation, human rights, and anti-trafficking initiatives.

Notable winners include Seed Health for their VS-01™ Vaginal Synbiotic product, showing 90% success in clinical trials; Chamber of Mothers for community engagement, reaching 20 million people through maternal rights advocacy; Mónica Ramírez of Justice for Migrant Women for humanitarian leadership; and Laila Mickelwait for the Traffickinghub movement, which gathered over 2.3 million petition signatures against online exploitation.

Rachael Ray's Staple Gin has partnered with FreshDirect to offer exclusive holiday recipes through December 31st in the Tri-State area. The collaboration features curated recipes incorporating Staple Gin, from cocktails to desserts, with easy ingredient ordering through FreshDirect's delivery service. Dolphin Entertainment (NASDAQ:DLPN), through its subsidiary The Door, continues as the official creative marketing partner for Staple Gin, handling marketing initiatives and strategic partnerships. The partnership includes a sweepstakes offering a virtual cookalong with Rachael Ray, cookware, and a FreshDirect gift card.

Dolphin Entertainment (NASDAQ:DLPN) reported strong Q3 2024 financial results with revenue increasing 24.5% year-over-year to $12.7M. The company achieved $0.5M in adjusted operating income, compared to an $0.8M loss in Q3 2023. Nine-month revenue grew 26.6% to $39.4M with adjusted operating income of $1.4M. Despite positive operational performance, the company recorded a net loss of $8.7M, including $6.5M in goodwill impairment. Notable developments include the acquisition of Elle Communications, launch of Always Alpha sports management firm, and ventures in Staple Gin and Loti AI partnership. The company maintains $6.6M in cash and is on track to surpass $50M in revenue for 2024.