Seoul - Cartoon Network has secured the cable and satellite rights to broadcast MixMaster2, the popular action adventure series, to over 91 million viewers across 25 Asia Pacific countries. Cartoon Network's agreement with Sunwoo Entertainment, the producer and distributor of MixMaster2, marks the first time a local animation company has teamed up with an international broadcast network. Slated for launch in 2010, MixMaster2 will premiere first on Cartoon Network in both Korea and across the … [Read more...] about Cartoon Network secures rights to Korea’s animation sensation, MixMaster2
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Cartoon Network’s acquisition of key Marvel Comics properties
Hong Kong - As part of an output deal, Cartoon Network will become the exclusive partner for Marvel's next three productions including Marvel Super Hero Squad, The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes and Thor. … [Read more...] about Cartoon Network’s acquisition of key Marvel Comics properties
Cartoon Network acquires League of Super Evil
Hong Kong - Cartoon Network has acquired rights to the League of Super Evil (L.O.S.E.). The comedy series follows a team of villains in their ongoing quest for total neighbourhood domination. The series will launch next year on Cartoon Network in more than 25 countries, including India, Pakistan, Australia, New Zealand, Korea, China and several others in South East Asia. … [Read more...] about Cartoon Network acquires League of Super Evil
Countdown for Cartoon Network’s BEN 10: Race Against Time
BEN 10: Race Against Time, the live-action made-for-TV CGI movie based on Cartoon Network's animated action-adventure series BEN 10, will launch in Asia Pacific when it premieres in September on Cartoon Network. The movie, which was the most watched telecast in history of Cartoon Network in the US, as well as the #1 show of the day on all television among boys, is anticipated to set similar records in the region. BEN 10 is now being aired in more than 160 countries around the world and is seen … [Read more...] about Countdown for Cartoon Network’s BEN 10: Race Against Time
Cartoon Network reveals pioneer Snaptoons projects
Cartoon Network has unveiled the ideas picked from over 300 entries received for Snaptoons (Short New Asia Pacific Cartoons), the Network's pan-Asian original content development initiative. Cartoon Network's in-house Snaptoons team has been working with the shortlisted creators in developing 10 ideas and will produce at least five completed shorts this year, with a view for further development of the most promising concepts. "This is an ambitious stage of Cartoon Network's long-term commitment … [Read more...] about Cartoon Network reveals pioneer Snaptoons projects
Turner appoints iScreen as Taiwan mobile services distributor
Turner Broadcasting System Asia Pacific, Inc. (Turner) has formed a distribution and content partnership with iScreen Corporation, the leading mobile service provider in Taiwan, for Cartoon Network mobile services. In a multi-year agreement, iScreen will distribute, market and promote Turner's Cartoon Network-branded mobile services to operators, serving Taiwan mobile users via downloads and streaming. "Turner is excited about this partnership with iScreen, as it will bolster our presence in the … [Read more...] about Turner appoints iScreen as Taiwan mobile services distributor