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Genius Brands International, Inc. (Nasdaq: GNUS) is a premier global children's media company engaged in the development, production, marketing, and licensing of branded children's entertainment properties and consumer products for media and retail distribution. Located at 5820 Oberlin Dr, San Diego, CA, Genius Brands has successfully curated a diverse portfolio of family-friendly content. The company boasts an impressive array of intellectual property, including the Stan Lee brand, Stan Lee's Superhero Kindergarten, featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Shaq's Garage, starring Shaquille O'Neal. These shows are available on platforms like Kartoon Channel! and Pluto TV.
Recently, Shaq's Garage achieved significant viewership milestones on Kartoon Channel! thanks to the pilot episode on Pluto TV, which attracted twice the number of users and view time compared to other shows. The series has become a standout hit, capturing over 25% of all channel viewers on launch day.
Furthermore, Genius Brands acquired WOW! Unlimited Media, expanding its reach with over 2,500 channels under the Frederator Network, and invested strategically in Germany's Your Family Entertainment AG, enhancing its international footprint. The company's Genius Networks encompasses Kartoon Channel!, Frederator Network, and Ameba, with Kartoon Channel! offering a vast library of safe, family-friendly content available on multiple platforms, including iOS, Android, Amazon Prime Video, Roku, and more.
The company also celebrated the release of the Stan Lee documentary on Disney+, earning critical acclaim and a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. This documentary is a part of their strategy to leverage the Stan Lee Universe, which includes a notable 20-year licensing deal with Marvel Studios for future projects.
Genius Brands continues to operate at the intersection of entertainment and education, offering STEM-based content through Kartoon Classroom. With ongoing strategic partnerships and a focus on high-quality, engaging content, Genius Brands International is poised to remain a leader in the children's media industry.
Genius Brands International (GNUS) is expanding its digital platform, Kartoon Channel!, with the addition of five Scooby-Doo animated movies starting March 5, 2021, marking the launch of its Friday Family Fun Films series. The lineup includes titles like Scooby-Doo! Frankencreepy and Scooby-Doo! on Zombie Island. CEO Andy Heyward highlighted the significance of the Scooby franchise, while EVP Jon Ollwerther emphasized the channel's commitment to family-friendly content. Kartoon Channel! features thousands of episodes and is accessible across various streaming platforms.
Genius Brands International (NASDAQ:GNUS) announces a special sneak peek event for its upcoming animated series, Stan Lee’s Superhero Kindergarten, featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger. Scheduled from January 29 at 12:00 PM EST to January 31 at 11:59 PM PST, the event will be available exclusively on Kartoon Channel!. The show highlights superheroes in kindergarten and emphasizes values like health, inclusivity, and anti-bullying.
This event, sponsored by Laser Pegs, will include promotional giveaways and introduce audiences to a creative children's series.
Genius Brands (NASDAQ:GNUS) announces a sneak peek of the animated series Stan Lee’s Superhero Kindergarten, co-executive produced by Arnold Schwarzenegger. The event runs from January 29 at 12:00 PM EST to January 31 at 11:59 PM PST on Kartoon Channel!. The series aims to teach values like inclusivity and fitness, targeting a young audience with unique storytelling. The show features 26 episodes and a robust retail program.
Genius Brands International (GNUS) has partnered with The Jim Henson Company to acquire streaming rights for the family series The Wubbulous World of Dr. Seuss. This acquisition aims to enhance the content portfolio of Kartoon Channel!, appealing to kids and families. The series, featuring beloved characters created by Dr. Seuss, combines puppetry and animation to deliver engaging life lessons. The Kartoon Channel! is now available to over 100 million U.S. households, further expanding its reach and potential viewership among families.
Genius Brands International (NASDAQ:GNUS) announced its participation in the 13th Annual LD Micro Investor Conference on December 15, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. PST. CEO Andy Heyward will present live, followed by a Q&A session. Additionally, NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal, a shareholder and Co-Executive Producer of the upcoming animated series 'Shaq’s Garage', will be interviewed on December 14, 2020, at 3:00 p.m. PST. The event will be held virtually on the Sequire platform, featuring discussions on O’Neal's career and the new series.
Genius Brands International (NASDAQ: GNUS) announces its Kartoon Channel! has expanded access to nearly 100% of U.S. television households and over 300 million devices. Following a partnership with LG Electronics, Kartoon Channel! is now available for free on LG Smart TVs, in addition to existing support on Samsung Smart TVs. Genius Brands aims to innovate children's entertainment with safe, educational content and plans to announce more distribution agreements in the coming year, enhancing its market presence.
Genius Brands International (Nasdaq: GNUS) has promoted Michael Jaffa to Chief Operating Officer, expanding his role to oversee business operations, consumer products, and global distribution. Jaffa, previously General Counsel, aims to drive growth as the company prepares to launch new brands like Stan Lee's Superhero Kindergarten. Genius Brands operates the Kartoon Channel!, which reaches over 100 million U.S. households, and recently acquired Chizcom Media, enhancing its advertising capabilities.
Genius Brands International (NASDAQ: GNUS) announced key business developments in a letter to shareholders from Chairman & CEO Andy Heyward. Highlights include the acquisition of ChizComm, enhancing marketing capabilities and access to over 30 major toy companies. The launch of the Kartoon Channel! aims to create a kid-friendly streaming service, with significant viewership growth. Their tentpole animation brands include Rainbow Rangers and Llama Llama, which have strong retail presence. The company boasts a healthy balance sheet with zero debt and over $100 million in cash, positioning it for growth.
Genius Brands International (GNUS) has announced a transformative acquisition of ChizComm Ltd and ChizComm Beacon Media, the largest purchaser of children’s media in North America. This transaction is positioned to drive revenue growth and generate immediate synergies in marketing and media strategies, enhancing Genius Brands’ capabilities. ChizComm holds a commanding share of the Kids 2-11 media market and brings extensive relationships with major networks. Harold Chizick will continue to lead the ChizComm entities as independent divisions of Genius Brands.
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