Peacock announced season two of the original baking competition series, “Baking It,” hosted and executive produced by Maya Rudolph and Amy Poehler. The second season premieres on the streamer on Monday, December 12.
The second season of the series marks the first time the Emmy-winners have hosted a show together. Poehler replaces fellow “Saturday Night Live” alum and “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” star Andy Samburg, who hosted the first season with Rudolph. Additionally, a special holiday episode of “Baking It” will air December 12 at 10pm Et/Pt on NBC. In the holiday special, Maya and Amy invite their famous friends to “cele-bake” the holidays in a friendly competition to raise money for their charities.
The show is produced by Universal Television Alternative Studio, a division of Universal Studio Group, in association with Paper Kite Productions and 3 Arts Entertainment. Poehler, Rudolph, Nicolle Yaron, Pip Wells, Kate Arend and Dave Becky serve as executive producers.
The second season of the series marks the first time the Emmy-winners have hosted a show together. Poehler replaces fellow “Saturday Night Live” alum and “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” star Andy Samburg, who hosted the first season with Rudolph. Additionally, a special holiday episode of “Baking It” will air December 12 at 10pm Et/Pt on NBC. In the holiday special, Maya and Amy invite their famous friends to “cele-bake” the holidays in a friendly competition to raise money for their charities.
The show is produced by Universal Television Alternative Studio, a division of Universal Studio Group, in association with Paper Kite Productions and 3 Arts Entertainment. Poehler, Rudolph, Nicolle Yaron, Pip Wells, Kate Arend and Dave Becky serve as executive producers.
- 10/25/2022
- by EJ Panaligan
- Variety Film + TV
Nickelodeon and Mattel Television have greenlit a sequel to “Monster High: The Movie,” which will begin production in Vancouver, Canada, in January. The live-action movie musical, based on the toy company’s doll collection of the same name, will air on Nickelodeon and stream on Paramount+ in 2023.
The first live-action movie for the franchise, “Monster High: The Movie” premiered on Nickelodeon and Paramount+ on Oct. 6, 2022. According to the streamer, it was the No. 1 kids and family movie on Paramount+ during its launch week and reached more than 4 million total viewers across its premiere weekend on linear.
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“We are ecstatic to tell the monstrous next chapter of this beloved franchise to our audience,” Zack Olin and Shauna Phelan, co-heads of Nickelodeon and Awesomeness Live-Action, said in a statement. “Monster High’s message of...
The first live-action movie for the franchise, “Monster High: The Movie” premiered on Nickelodeon and Paramount+ on Oct. 6, 2022. According to the streamer, it was the No. 1 kids and family movie on Paramount+ during its launch week and reached more than 4 million total viewers across its premiere weekend on linear.
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- 10/25/2022
- by Natalie Oganesyan
- The Wrap
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A sequel to Monster High The Movie, based on the popular Mattel toy line, is in the works from Paramount+, Nickelodeon and Mattel Television.
The latest live action TV movie will once again be based on the Monster High Mattel toyline that features teenage children of monsters such as Dracula, Frankenstein and the Wolfman undergoing the trials and tribulations of high school.
The feature-length TV movie will also again be produced in Vancouver and will air on Nickelodeon and stream on Paramount+ in 2023. The first live-action movie for the franchise, Monster High The Movie, successfully debuted on Nickelodeon and Paramount+ on Oct. 6, 2022.
The sequel is being penned by Matt Eddy and Billy Eddy, based on a story they wrote with Todd Holland, who will direct and executive produce the sequel.
“We are ecstatic to tell the monstrous next chapter of this beloved franchise to our audience.
A sequel to Monster High The Movie, based on the popular Mattel toy line, is in the works from Paramount+, Nickelodeon and Mattel Television.
The latest live action TV movie will once again be based on the Monster High Mattel toyline that features teenage children of monsters such as Dracula, Frankenstein and the Wolfman undergoing the trials and tribulations of high school.
The feature-length TV movie will also again be produced in Vancouver and will air on Nickelodeon and stream on Paramount+ in 2023. The first live-action movie for the franchise, Monster High The Movie, successfully debuted on Nickelodeon and Paramount+ on Oct. 6, 2022.
The sequel is being penned by Matt Eddy and Billy Eddy, based on a story they wrote with Todd Holland, who will direct and executive produce the sequel.
“We are ecstatic to tell the monstrous next chapter of this beloved franchise to our audience.
- 10/25/2022
- by Etan Vlessing
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Exclusive: On the heels of the successful premiere of Monster High The Movie, Nickelodeon and Mattel Television have given a green light to a sequel to the live-action movie musical. Based on the Mattel franchise about the children of famous monsters and creatures, the feature-length TV movie will begin production in January in Vancouver, Canada, and will air on Nickelodeon and stream on Paramount+ in 2023.
Monster High The Movie, which premiered on Nickelodeon and Paramount+ on October 6, was the No. 1 kids and family movie on Paramount+ during its launch week and reached more than 4M total viewers across its premiere weekend on linear. In L+3, the linear simulcast posted triple-digit increases, up more than +100 with Kids 6-11 and up 45 with total viewers.
The Monster High animated series is also slated to premiere on Friday, Oct. 28, at 7 p.m. (Et/Pt) on Nickelodeon.
“We...
Monster High The Movie, which premiered on Nickelodeon and Paramount+ on October 6, was the No. 1 kids and family movie on Paramount+ during its launch week and reached more than 4M total viewers across its premiere weekend on linear. In L+3, the linear simulcast posted triple-digit increases, up more than +100 with Kids 6-11 and up 45 with total viewers.
The Monster High animated series is also slated to premiere on Friday, Oct. 28, at 7 p.m. (Et/Pt) on Nickelodeon.
“We...
- 10/25/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
HBO Max announced that “Search Party” will end with its fifth season, which will premiere with all 10 episodes on Jan. 7, 2022.
The thriller comedy, which premiered on TBS in 2016 before moving to HBO Max for Season 3, follows a group of 20-somethings who end up on a dark path while searching for a missing college acquaintance. Season 5 will see Dory (Alia Shawkat) enter a business partnership with tech billionaire Tunnel Quinn (Jeff Goldblum) after a near death experience, bringing her friends Portia (Meredith Hagner), Elliott (John Early) and Drew (John Reynolds) along in the venture.
Cast members newly joining “Search Party” in Season 5 include Kathy Griffin, John Waters, Aparna Nancherla, Angela Trimbur, Grace Kuhlenschmidt, Greta Titelman, Joe Castle Baker, Larry Owens and Michelle Badillo. Jeffery Self and Clare McNulty return as recurring guest stars.
Showrunners Sarah-Violet Bliss and Charles Rogers executive produce with Michael Showalter and Jax Media’s Lilly Burns and Tony Hernandez.
The thriller comedy, which premiered on TBS in 2016 before moving to HBO Max for Season 3, follows a group of 20-somethings who end up on a dark path while searching for a missing college acquaintance. Season 5 will see Dory (Alia Shawkat) enter a business partnership with tech billionaire Tunnel Quinn (Jeff Goldblum) after a near death experience, bringing her friends Portia (Meredith Hagner), Elliott (John Early) and Drew (John Reynolds) along in the venture.
Cast members newly joining “Search Party” in Season 5 include Kathy Griffin, John Waters, Aparna Nancherla, Angela Trimbur, Grace Kuhlenschmidt, Greta Titelman, Joe Castle Baker, Larry Owens and Michelle Badillo. Jeffery Self and Clare McNulty return as recurring guest stars.
Showrunners Sarah-Violet Bliss and Charles Rogers executive produce with Michael Showalter and Jax Media’s Lilly Burns and Tony Hernandez.
- 11/9/2021
- by Selome Hailu and Katie Song
- Variety Film + TV
Nickelodeon and Mattel have scared up a cast for its upcoming live-action TV musical movie Monster High, tapping Miia Harris, Ceci Balagot, Nayah Damasen, Case Walker, Kyle Selig and more.
Directed and executive produced by Todd Holland, Monster High follows Clawdeen Wolf (Harris), who was born half human and half werewolf, after she arrives at her new school, Monster High. She quickly makes friends with her classmates Frankie Stein (Balagot) and Draculaura *Damasen), and for the first time in her life, Clawdeen feels like she has finally found a place where she fits in and can truly be herself, despite keeping her human half a secret. When a devious plan to destroy Monster High threatens to reveal her real identity, Clawdeen must learn to embrace her true monster heart and find a way to save the day.
Also joining the cast are Marci T. House, Scotch Ellis Loring, Steve Valentine,...
Directed and executive produced by Todd Holland, Monster High follows Clawdeen Wolf (Harris), who was born half human and half werewolf, after she arrives at her new school, Monster High. She quickly makes friends with her classmates Frankie Stein (Balagot) and Draculaura *Damasen), and for the first time in her life, Clawdeen feels like she has finally found a place where she fits in and can truly be herself, despite keeping her human half a secret. When a devious plan to destroy Monster High threatens to reveal her real identity, Clawdeen must learn to embrace her true monster heart and find a way to save the day.
Also joining the cast are Marci T. House, Scotch Ellis Loring, Steve Valentine,...
- 11/9/2021
- by Alexandra Del Rosario
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix’s Masters of the Universe: Revelation will return will all-new episodes on Nov. 23. Part 2 will consist of five episodes that run 30 minutes each.
Fall Premiere Dates For New & Returning TV Series On Broadcast, Cable & Streaming
The Kevin Smith He-Man follow-up series picks up where the iconic characters left off decades ago. After a cataclysmic battle between He-Man and Skeletor, Eternia is fractured and the Guardians of Grayskull are scattered. And after decades of secrets tore them apart, it’s up to Teela to reunite the broken band of heroes and solve the mystery of the missing Sword of Power in a race against time to restore Eternia and prevent the end of the universe.
The voice cast includes Mark Hamill as Skeletor, Lena Headey as Evil-Lyn, Chris Wood as Prince Adam/He-Man, Sarah Michelle Gellar as Teela, Liam Cunningham as Man-At-Arms, Stephen Root as Cringer, Diedrich Bader as King Randor/Trap Jaw,...
Fall Premiere Dates For New & Returning TV Series On Broadcast, Cable & Streaming
The Kevin Smith He-Man follow-up series picks up where the iconic characters left off decades ago. After a cataclysmic battle between He-Man and Skeletor, Eternia is fractured and the Guardians of Grayskull are scattered. And after decades of secrets tore them apart, it’s up to Teela to reunite the broken band of heroes and solve the mystery of the missing Sword of Power in a race against time to restore Eternia and prevent the end of the universe.
The voice cast includes Mark Hamill as Skeletor, Lena Headey as Evil-Lyn, Chris Wood as Prince Adam/He-Man, Sarah Michelle Gellar as Teela, Liam Cunningham as Man-At-Arms, Stephen Root as Cringer, Diedrich Bader as King Randor/Trap Jaw,...
- 10/12/2021
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Apple TV Plus released a trailer for “The Shrink Next Door,” which premieres the first three episodes of the eight-episode series on Nov. 12, followed by one new episode weekly, every Friday through Dec. 17.
The series stars Will Ferrell, Paul Rudd, Kathryn Hahn and Casey Wilson and is inspired by true events and the podcast of the same name. “The Shrink Next Door” follows the decades-long manipulation and exploitation by psychiatrist Dr. Isaac “Ike” Herschkopf (Rudd) and his longtime patient Martin Markowitz (Ferrel). Dr. Ike is accompanied by his unsuspecting wife Bonnie Herschkopf (Wilson) and though Marty may be defenseless against Dr. Ike, his sister Phyllis is not (Hahn).
“The Shrink Next Door” is directed by Michael Showalter and Jesse Peretz and based on the script by Georgia Pritchett. Ferrell and Rudd also serve as executive producers, along with Jessica Elbaum and Brittney Segal for Gloria Sanchez Productions. Pritchett executive produces...
The series stars Will Ferrell, Paul Rudd, Kathryn Hahn and Casey Wilson and is inspired by true events and the podcast of the same name. “The Shrink Next Door” follows the decades-long manipulation and exploitation by psychiatrist Dr. Isaac “Ike” Herschkopf (Rudd) and his longtime patient Martin Markowitz (Ferrel). Dr. Ike is accompanied by his unsuspecting wife Bonnie Herschkopf (Wilson) and though Marty may be defenseless against Dr. Ike, his sister Phyllis is not (Hahn).
“The Shrink Next Door” is directed by Michael Showalter and Jesse Peretz and based on the script by Georgia Pritchett. Ferrell and Rudd also serve as executive producers, along with Jessica Elbaum and Brittney Segal for Gloria Sanchez Productions. Pritchett executive produces...
- 10/12/2021
- by Katie Song
- Variety Film + TV
Netflix and Mattel released a trailer for “Masters of the Universe: Revelation,” premiering on July 23.
The streamer also announced that joining the voice over cast are Dennis Haysbert as King Grayskull, Adam Gifford as Vikor and Jay Tavare as Wundar.
The action-packed animated series picks up where the iconic “Masters of the Universe” characters left off decades ago. After a battle between He-Man and Skeletor, Eternia is fractured and the Guardians of Grayskull have dispersed, leaving Teela to reunite the broken band of heroes, solve the mystery of the missing Sword of Power and save the universe.
Part 1 premieres with five 30-minute episodes. Showrunner Kevin Smith executive produces alongside Frederic Soulie, Adam Bonnett, Christopher Keenan and Rob David. From Mattel Television, the series is produced by Susan Corbin and written by Marc Bernardin, Eric Carrasco, Diya Mishra and Tim Sheridan.
Watch the trailer below.
Also in today’s TV news...
The streamer also announced that joining the voice over cast are Dennis Haysbert as King Grayskull, Adam Gifford as Vikor and Jay Tavare as Wundar.
The action-packed animated series picks up where the iconic “Masters of the Universe” characters left off decades ago. After a battle between He-Man and Skeletor, Eternia is fractured and the Guardians of Grayskull have dispersed, leaving Teela to reunite the broken band of heroes, solve the mystery of the missing Sword of Power and save the universe.
Part 1 premieres with five 30-minute episodes. Showrunner Kevin Smith executive produces alongside Frederic Soulie, Adam Bonnett, Christopher Keenan and Rob David. From Mattel Television, the series is produced by Susan Corbin and written by Marc Bernardin, Eric Carrasco, Diya Mishra and Tim Sheridan.
Watch the trailer below.
Also in today’s TV news...
- 7/2/2021
- by Antonio Ferme
- Variety Film + TV
Fox is going back to the drawing board. Jerry O’Connell is set to host Pictionary, a new game show based on the popular Mattel game that will get a four-week tryout on select Fox stations next month.
The broadcast version of Pictionary will follow the rules of at-home play of the game launched in 1985. Two teams of three will consist of two players led by a celebrity captain. One player from the team will draw images that depict a word or phrase found on a card chosen at random, in an effort to have their fellow teammates guess the correct word or phrase on the card. The grand prize winner will receive a trip to an exotic destination.
Distributed by CBS Media Ventures, the half-hour show will air weekdays starting July 12 on Fox outlets including Kttv Los Angeles and Wnyw New York. It’s a rollout strategy Fox has used many times before,...
The broadcast version of Pictionary will follow the rules of at-home play of the game launched in 1985. Two teams of three will consist of two players led by a celebrity captain. One player from the team will draw images that depict a word or phrase found on a card chosen at random, in an effort to have their fellow teammates guess the correct word or phrase on the card. The grand prize winner will receive a trip to an exotic destination.
Distributed by CBS Media Ventures, the half-hour show will air weekdays starting July 12 on Fox outlets including Kttv Los Angeles and Wnyw New York. It’s a rollout strategy Fox has used many times before,...
- 6/21/2021
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix and creator Kevin Smith shared the first teaser for their highly anticipated “Masters of the Universe” series on Thursday.
The series, full title “Masters of the Universe: Revelation,” is designed as a direct sequel to the original 1980s series “He-Man and the Masters of the Universe,” picking up where the characters last left off. Read the full description below:
After a cataclysmic battle between He-Man and Skeletor, Eternia is fractured and the Guardians of Grayskull are scattered. And after decades of secrets tore them apart, it’s up to Teela to reunite the broken band of heroes, and solve the mystery of the missing Sword of Power in a race against time to restore Eternia and prevent the end of the universe.
The new teaser, set to Bonnie Tyler’s “I Need a Hero,” was released during a preview of the series for Netflix’s “Geeked Week.” Netflix also...
The series, full title “Masters of the Universe: Revelation,” is designed as a direct sequel to the original 1980s series “He-Man and the Masters of the Universe,” picking up where the characters last left off. Read the full description below:
After a cataclysmic battle between He-Man and Skeletor, Eternia is fractured and the Guardians of Grayskull are scattered. And after decades of secrets tore them apart, it’s up to Teela to reunite the broken band of heroes, and solve the mystery of the missing Sword of Power in a race against time to restore Eternia and prevent the end of the universe.
The new teaser, set to Bonnie Tyler’s “I Need a Hero,” was released during a preview of the series for Netflix’s “Geeked Week.” Netflix also...
- 6/10/2021
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
‘Masters Of The Universe: Revelation’: Premiere Date, First Looks At Kevin Smith’s He-Man Reimagined
Netflix on Thursday unveiled the premiere date and a slew of first-look photos for Masters of the Universe: Revelation, the CG-animated new series from Kevin Smith that offers a new take on the He-Man universe. The five-episode Part 1 of the series based on the Mattel character will bow on the streamer Friday, July 23.
Smith is executive producer and showrunner of the series, produced by Mattel Television. He said the new Masters of the Universe is set up as the next episode of the original animated series He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, which aired from 1983-85 and introduced He-Man and Skeletorfrom Mattel’s toy line (Mattel Television is a producer here.
In the new series, following a cataclysmic battle between He-Man and Skeletor, Eternia is fractured and the Guardians of Grayskull are scattered. And after decades of secrets tore them apart, it’s up to Teela to reunite the broken band of heroes,...
Smith is executive producer and showrunner of the series, produced by Mattel Television. He said the new Masters of the Universe is set up as the next episode of the original animated series He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, which aired from 1983-85 and introduced He-Man and Skeletorfrom Mattel’s toy line (Mattel Television is a producer here.
In the new series, following a cataclysmic battle between He-Man and Skeletor, Eternia is fractured and the Guardians of Grayskull are scattered. And after decades of secrets tore them apart, it’s up to Teela to reunite the broken band of heroes,...
- 5/13/2021
- by Patrick Hipes and Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Mattel Television and Netflix released the first look “Masters of the Universe: Revelation,” and it turns out the characters — including He-Man, Skeletor, Teela and Orko — look a lot like they did on the beloved 1980s animated series “He-Man and the Masters of the Universe,” just a bit glowed up.
They also announced the show will premiere globally on July 23.
Since the series was announced in 2019, fans have been speculating just what executive producer and showrunner Kevin Smith — writer-director of “Clerks,” “Chasing Amy” and “Dogma” — would be doing with the property. As the images make clear, Smith and the team at Powerhouse Animation (also the animation studio behind Netflix’s “Castlevania” series) are paying homage not just to the look of the original series, but its storylines as well.
“So much of this show has been possible because of the love and affection for this world at every level of production...
They also announced the show will premiere globally on July 23.
Since the series was announced in 2019, fans have been speculating just what executive producer and showrunner Kevin Smith — writer-director of “Clerks,” “Chasing Amy” and “Dogma” — would be doing with the property. As the images make clear, Smith and the team at Powerhouse Animation (also the animation studio behind Netflix’s “Castlevania” series) are paying homage not just to the look of the original series, but its storylines as well.
“So much of this show has been possible because of the love and affection for this world at every level of production...
- 5/13/2021
- by Haley Bosselman and Adam B. Vary
- Variety Film + TV
In today’s TV news roundup, HBO Max announced the release date for its new dark comedy, “Made For Love,” and Disney greenlit “Zombies 3.”
Dates
“Made For Love,” a dark comedy adapted from Alissa Nutting‘s novel of the same name, will debut on HBO Max with the first three episodes on April 1. The show follows Hazel Green (Cristin Milioti), a 30-something woman escaping a toxic marriage to tech billionaire Byron Gogol (Billy Magnussen), who has implanted a futuristic monitoring device in her brain. Dan Bakkedahl, Noma Dumezweni, Augusto Aguilera, Caleb Foote and Ray Romano also star in “Made For Love,” which is executive produced by Nutting, showrunner Christina Lee, Patrick Somerville, Dean Bakopoulos, Liza Chasin and Sj Clarkson. Paramount Television Studios is the studio. The series is directed by Alethea Jones and Stephanie Laing, who also serves as co-executive producer. Watch a trailer below.
Comedy Central has announced that...
Dates
“Made For Love,” a dark comedy adapted from Alissa Nutting‘s novel of the same name, will debut on HBO Max with the first three episodes on April 1. The show follows Hazel Green (Cristin Milioti), a 30-something woman escaping a toxic marriage to tech billionaire Byron Gogol (Billy Magnussen), who has implanted a futuristic monitoring device in her brain. Dan Bakkedahl, Noma Dumezweni, Augusto Aguilera, Caleb Foote and Ray Romano also star in “Made For Love,” which is executive produced by Nutting, showrunner Christina Lee, Patrick Somerville, Dean Bakopoulos, Liza Chasin and Sj Clarkson. Paramount Television Studios is the studio. The series is directed by Alethea Jones and Stephanie Laing, who also serves as co-executive producer. Watch a trailer below.
Comedy Central has announced that...
- 3/22/2021
- by Ethan Shanfeld
- Variety Film + TV
Mattel Television is developing a small-scale reality competition series for one of the world’s biggest fashion icons: Barbie.
The studio is co-producing “Barbie Fashion Battle,” a reality competition show centered around designing clothes for Barbie, along with “Hollywood Game Night” production company Mission Control Media.
Per Mattel, “Barbie Fashion Battle” features 12 up-and-coming adult designers who will be divided into two separate fashion houses, each headed by a celebrity fashion icon. The designers will then create miniature high-fashion collections for Barbie that are presented in cinematic reveal sequences. The winner will receive a cash prize as well as the opportunity to design a line of Barbie doll fashions for Mattel Creations, an e-commerce and content platform that features curated items for sale and highlights creator collaborations past and present.
Mattel Television’s Adam Bonnett will lead the project for the studio, with Dwight D. Smith and Michael Agbabian executive producing for Mission Control Media.
The studio is co-producing “Barbie Fashion Battle,” a reality competition show centered around designing clothes for Barbie, along with “Hollywood Game Night” production company Mission Control Media.
Per Mattel, “Barbie Fashion Battle” features 12 up-and-coming adult designers who will be divided into two separate fashion houses, each headed by a celebrity fashion icon. The designers will then create miniature high-fashion collections for Barbie that are presented in cinematic reveal sequences. The winner will receive a cash prize as well as the opportunity to design a line of Barbie doll fashions for Mattel Creations, an e-commerce and content platform that features curated items for sale and highlights creator collaborations past and present.
Mattel Television’s Adam Bonnett will lead the project for the studio, with Dwight D. Smith and Michael Agbabian executive producing for Mission Control Media.
- 3/22/2021
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
Mattel expands its television program slate with the development of Barbie Fashion Battle. The iconic toy brand has teamed with Mission Control Media for the competition show centered amed at discovering the next generation of designers.
Barbie Fashion Battle features 12 up-and-coming adult designers who will be divided into two separate fashion houses, each led by a celebrity fashion icon. The contestants will create miniature high-fashion collections for Barbie. The winner will receive a cash prize as well as the opportunity to design a line of Barbie doll fashions for Mattel Creations.
The fashion competition series adds to Mattel’s entertainment slate inspired by popular toy franchises. This year Mattel announced the animated musical Barbie Princess Adventure and will launch Barbie & Chelsea The Lost Birthday. Barbie Fashion Battle also joins other unscripted projects in development including game shows based on Uno and Whac-a-Mole.
Adam Bonnett, Executive Producer, Mattel Television will lead...
Barbie Fashion Battle features 12 up-and-coming adult designers who will be divided into two separate fashion houses, each led by a celebrity fashion icon. The contestants will create miniature high-fashion collections for Barbie. The winner will receive a cash prize as well as the opportunity to design a line of Barbie doll fashions for Mattel Creations.
The fashion competition series adds to Mattel’s entertainment slate inspired by popular toy franchises. This year Mattel announced the animated musical Barbie Princess Adventure and will launch Barbie & Chelsea The Lost Birthday. Barbie Fashion Battle also joins other unscripted projects in development including game shows based on Uno and Whac-a-Mole.
Adam Bonnett, Executive Producer, Mattel Television will lead...
- 3/22/2021
- by Alexandra Del Rosario
- Deadline Film + TV
"Monster High", the collectible 2010 Mattel toy line featuring 'Clawdeen Wolf', 'Draculaura' and 'Frankie Stein' will star in a new, live-action musical TV movie, written by Jenny Jaffe ("Big Hero 6") with Greg Erb and Jason Oremland for Nickelodeon's Zack Olin and Shauna Phelan, executive produced by Mattel's Adam Bonnett:
Created by Garrett Sander and Kellee Riley, "Monster High" was the first original accessoried fashion doll franchise for Mattel... ...packaged as the children of famous monsters including 'Draculaura', 'Frankie Stein', 'Clawdeen Wolf'... ...'Cleo de Nile and 'Lagoona Blue'.
The brand introduced a wide range of merchandise and entertainment. Products included "Monster High"-branded clothing, cosmetics, jewelry, dolls, a music video, video game "Monster High: Ghoul Spirit"... ...online webisode series, a dedicated YouTube channel and a "Monster High" book for teens by author Lisi Harrison.
Nickelodeon shares our passion for the brand and its purpose... "...having worked on the franchise...
Created by Garrett Sander and Kellee Riley, "Monster High" was the first original accessoried fashion doll franchise for Mattel... ...packaged as the children of famous monsters including 'Draculaura', 'Frankie Stein', 'Clawdeen Wolf'... ...'Cleo de Nile and 'Lagoona Blue'.
The brand introduced a wide range of merchandise and entertainment. Products included "Monster High"-branded clothing, cosmetics, jewelry, dolls, a music video, video game "Monster High: Ghoul Spirit"... ...online webisode series, a dedicated YouTube channel and a "Monster High" book for teens by author Lisi Harrison.
Nickelodeon shares our passion for the brand and its purpose... "...having worked on the franchise...
- 2/23/2021
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Nickelodeon is getting a new line of “Monster High” projects, based on Mattel’s horror-inspired fashion doll line.
The ViacomCBS cable network will work with Mattel on a new animated TV series, as well as a live-action movie musical. Both of them will premiere in 2022.
The new series follows fan-favorite characters Clawdeen Wolf, Draculaura, and Frankie Stein as they navigate the hilarity of high school in the hallowed halls of Monster High. Production on the “Monster High” animated TV series is overseen for Nickelodeon by Claudia Spinelli, senior vice president, animation development. Shea Fontana is serving as the showrunner.
Jenny Jaffe and the writing team of Greg Erb and Jason Oremland have been tapped to write the “Monster High” live-action television movie. Production for that will be overseen by Nickelodeon’s Zack Olin, senior vice president, live-action; and Shauna Phelan, senior vice president, live-action scripted content. Adam Bonnett, executive producer and Christopher Keenan,...
The ViacomCBS cable network will work with Mattel on a new animated TV series, as well as a live-action movie musical. Both of them will premiere in 2022.
The new series follows fan-favorite characters Clawdeen Wolf, Draculaura, and Frankie Stein as they navigate the hilarity of high school in the hallowed halls of Monster High. Production on the “Monster High” animated TV series is overseen for Nickelodeon by Claudia Spinelli, senior vice president, animation development. Shea Fontana is serving as the showrunner.
Jenny Jaffe and the writing team of Greg Erb and Jason Oremland have been tapped to write the “Monster High” live-action television movie. Production for that will be overseen by Nickelodeon’s Zack Olin, senior vice president, live-action; and Shauna Phelan, senior vice president, live-action scripted content. Adam Bonnett, executive producer and Christopher Keenan,...
- 2/23/2021
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
Exclusive: Monster High, the ghoulish toy line, is getting another stab at television with a new animated series and the franchise’s first live-action project.
Nickelodeon and Mattel have teamed up on two projects featuring the Clawdeen Wolf, Draculaura and Frankie Stein characters.
The ViacomCBS-owned network will premiere the two projects in 2022.
The animated series will follow the characters as they navigate the hilarity of high school in the hallowed halls of Monster High. It will be showrun by Shea Fontana, who has worked on DC Superhero Girls. Claudia Spinelli, SVP Animation Development, is overseeing the project for Nickelodeon, and Mattel exec producer Adam Bonnett and Christopher Keenan, SVP Content Development, overseeing for Mattel.
A slew of Monster High animated episodes, including specials, have been produced starting in 2010 with a handful of specials airing on Nickelodeon.
On the live-action side, Jenny Jaffe, who wrote on the Big Hero 6...
Nickelodeon and Mattel have teamed up on two projects featuring the Clawdeen Wolf, Draculaura and Frankie Stein characters.
The ViacomCBS-owned network will premiere the two projects in 2022.
The animated series will follow the characters as they navigate the hilarity of high school in the hallowed halls of Monster High. It will be showrun by Shea Fontana, who has worked on DC Superhero Girls. Claudia Spinelli, SVP Animation Development, is overseeing the project for Nickelodeon, and Mattel exec producer Adam Bonnett and Christopher Keenan, SVP Content Development, overseeing for Mattel.
A slew of Monster High animated episodes, including specials, have been produced starting in 2010 with a handful of specials airing on Nickelodeon.
On the live-action side, Jenny Jaffe, who wrote on the Big Hero 6...
- 2/23/2021
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Mattel is continuing its aggressive push into television.
The toy company has set a pair of animated specials, Barbie & Chelsea: The Lost Birthday and a musical sequel, focused around its iconic Barbie character. Both specials are poised to launch this year and follow the success of last year’s Netflix foray Barbie Princess Adventure.
“Barbie’s brand message, about inspiring the limitless potential in every child, and her stories resonate deeply with both kids and parents all over the world,” said Mattel TV exec producer Adam Bonnett. “This year, we are expanding the Barbie content universe in a ...
The toy company has set a pair of animated specials, Barbie & Chelsea: The Lost Birthday and a musical sequel, focused around its iconic Barbie character. Both specials are poised to launch this year and follow the success of last year’s Netflix foray Barbie Princess Adventure.
“Barbie’s brand message, about inspiring the limitless potential in every child, and her stories resonate deeply with both kids and parents all over the world,” said Mattel TV exec producer Adam Bonnett. “This year, we are expanding the Barbie content universe in a ...
- 2/18/2021
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
Mattel is continuing its aggressive push into television.
The toy company has set a pair of animated specials, Barbie & Chelsea: The Lost Birthday and a musical sequel, focused around its iconic Barbie character. Both specials are poised to launch this year and follow the success of last year’s Netflix foray Barbie Princess Adventure.
“Barbie’s brand message, about inspiring the limitless potential in every child, and her stories resonate deeply with both kids and parents all over the world,” said Mattel TV exec producer Adam Bonnett. “This year, we are expanding the Barbie content universe in a ...
The toy company has set a pair of animated specials, Barbie & Chelsea: The Lost Birthday and a musical sequel, focused around its iconic Barbie character. Both specials are poised to launch this year and follow the success of last year’s Netflix foray Barbie Princess Adventure.
“Barbie’s brand message, about inspiring the limitless potential in every child, and her stories resonate deeply with both kids and parents all over the world,” said Mattel TV exec producer Adam Bonnett. “This year, we are expanding the Barbie content universe in a ...
- 2/18/2021
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Mattel Television is set to develop a game show inspired by the game Whac-a-Mole, the company announced Monday.
The toymaker is developing the series with “America’s Got Talent” producer Fremantle.
Here is how Mattel is describing the series: The Whac-a-Mole game show will turn the iconic game into an elimination competition during which opposing teams will use their skill, strength and endurance to face off to become the ultimate Whac-a-Mole champion. The unscripted series will incorporate life-sized Whac-a-Mole, races and obstacle courses, along with a surprising twist that will awe participants and audiences alike.
“Whac-a-Mole is a beloved, action-packed arcade game with a deep fan following, and the interactive nature and comedic energy of the game makes it a great franchise for episodic television,” said Adam Bonnett, Executive Producer, Mattel Television, who is leading the development project for Mattel. “Jayson and the team at Fremantle have had unparalleled success creating...
The toymaker is developing the series with “America’s Got Talent” producer Fremantle.
Here is how Mattel is describing the series: The Whac-a-Mole game show will turn the iconic game into an elimination competition during which opposing teams will use their skill, strength and endurance to face off to become the ultimate Whac-a-Mole champion. The unscripted series will incorporate life-sized Whac-a-Mole, races and obstacle courses, along with a surprising twist that will awe participants and audiences alike.
“Whac-a-Mole is a beloved, action-packed arcade game with a deep fan following, and the interactive nature and comedic energy of the game makes it a great franchise for episodic television,” said Adam Bonnett, Executive Producer, Mattel Television, who is leading the development project for Mattel. “Jayson and the team at Fremantle have had unparalleled success creating...
- 2/1/2021
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
Toy company Mattel is ramping up its slate of TV formats based on classic games with Whac-a-Mole set as its latest project.
American Idol producer Fremantle has teamed with Mattel Television to develop a show based on the game, which is best known in arcades, carnivals and amusement parks.
It marks Mattel’s second entertainment development, based on a game, after it partnered with Propagate to develop a show based on Uno.
The Whac-a-Mole game show will turn the game into an elimination competition during which opposing teams will use their skill, strength and endurance to face off to become the ultimate Whac-a-Mole champion. The unscripted series will incorporate life-sized Whac-a-Mole, races and obstacle courses, along with a twist.
Whac-a-Mole began as an arcade game in 1976 and was turned into a tabletop game in 2009. This spring, Mattel will be re-releasing the tabletop game and launching a card game Whac-a-Mole Match-a-Mole.
American Idol producer Fremantle has teamed with Mattel Television to develop a show based on the game, which is best known in arcades, carnivals and amusement parks.
It marks Mattel’s second entertainment development, based on a game, after it partnered with Propagate to develop a show based on Uno.
The Whac-a-Mole game show will turn the game into an elimination competition during which opposing teams will use their skill, strength and endurance to face off to become the ultimate Whac-a-Mole champion. The unscripted series will incorporate life-sized Whac-a-Mole, races and obstacle courses, along with a twist.
Whac-a-Mole began as an arcade game in 1976 and was turned into a tabletop game in 2009. This spring, Mattel will be re-releasing the tabletop game and launching a card game Whac-a-Mole Match-a-Mole.
- 2/1/2021
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Iconic arcade game Whac-a-Mole is getting the TV treatment.
Toymaker Mattel is teaming with Fremantle (American Idol, America’s Got Talent) to adapt the beloved property into a reality competition TV series. A network is not yet attached.
The game show will turn Whac-a-Mole into an elimination competition in which opposing teams face in challenges that include a life-sized Whac-a-Mole, races and obstacle courses with a surprising twist.
Whac-a-Mole is the latest Mattel property to be developed for television from Mattel’s recently launched division. Adam Bonnett is overseeing development of the series for the company, which is also adapting ...
Toymaker Mattel is teaming with Fremantle (American Idol, America’s Got Talent) to adapt the beloved property into a reality competition TV series. A network is not yet attached.
The game show will turn Whac-a-Mole into an elimination competition in which opposing teams face in challenges that include a life-sized Whac-a-Mole, races and obstacle courses with a surprising twist.
Whac-a-Mole is the latest Mattel property to be developed for television from Mattel’s recently launched division. Adam Bonnett is overseeing development of the series for the company, which is also adapting ...
Iconic arcade game Whac-a-Mole is getting the TV treatment.
Toymaker Mattel is teaming with Fremantle (American Idol, America’s Got Talent) to adapt the beloved property into a reality competition TV series. A network is not yet attached.
The game show will turn Whac-a-Mole into an elimination competition in which opposing teams face in challenges that include a life-sized Whac-a-Mole, races and obstacle courses with a surprising twist.
Whac-a-Mole is the latest Mattel property to be developed for television from Mattel’s recently launched division. Adam Bonnett is overseeing development of the series for the company, which is also adapting ...
Toymaker Mattel is teaming with Fremantle (American Idol, America’s Got Talent) to adapt the beloved property into a reality competition TV series. A network is not yet attached.
The game show will turn Whac-a-Mole into an elimination competition in which opposing teams face in challenges that include a life-sized Whac-a-Mole, races and obstacle courses with a surprising twist.
Whac-a-Mole is the latest Mattel property to be developed for television from Mattel’s recently launched division. Adam Bonnett is overseeing development of the series for the company, which is also adapting ...
A reality game show based on the popular card game Uno is in the works, Variety has learned.
The potential series hails from the television division of game maker Mattel along with Ben Silverman, Howard T. Owens and Greg Lipstone of Propagate and John Quinn. Silverman, Owens, Lipstone, and Quinn will all serve as executive producers. No network is currently attached.
“Uno is the most popular game in the world and is a fixture in pop culture, making it the ideal franchise to build a reality game show around,” said Adam Bonnett, executive producer at Mattel Television, who is leading the development project for the company. “Ben, Howard, Greg and John have deep expertise in unscripted content and are the perfect partners to help us transform Uno into a television series for the whole family.”
“The Uno Game Show,” will feature four teams who will face off to become the ultimate Uno champion.
The potential series hails from the television division of game maker Mattel along with Ben Silverman, Howard T. Owens and Greg Lipstone of Propagate and John Quinn. Silverman, Owens, Lipstone, and Quinn will all serve as executive producers. No network is currently attached.
“Uno is the most popular game in the world and is a fixture in pop culture, making it the ideal franchise to build a reality game show around,” said Adam Bonnett, executive producer at Mattel Television, who is leading the development project for the company. “Ben, Howard, Greg and John have deep expertise in unscripted content and are the perfect partners to help us transform Uno into a television series for the whole family.”
“The Uno Game Show,” will feature four teams who will face off to become the ultimate Uno champion.
- 11/17/2020
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Mattel Television is set to develop a game show inspired by the card game Uno, the company announced Monday.
“The Uno Game Show” is described as a “larger-than-life televised competition” featuring four teams who will face off to become “the ultimate Uno champion.” The planned show will incorporate audience participation, over-the-top physical challenges and trivia.
Mattel Television is producing the series in partnership with Propogate, with “Let’s Make a Deal” showrunner John Quinn attached to executive produce. Adam Bonnett of Mattel and Ben Silverman, Howard T. Owens and Greg Lipstone of Propagate also serve as executive producers.
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Uno, a specialty card game akin to Crazy Eights, was first developed in 1971. Acquired by Mattel in 1992, the game is currently available in more than 80 countries and boasts dozens of themed versions. A previous game show adaptation was put into development in 2013 at The Gurin Company but did not move forward to series.
“The Uno Game Show” is described as a “larger-than-life televised competition” featuring four teams who will face off to become “the ultimate Uno champion.” The planned show will incorporate audience participation, over-the-top physical challenges and trivia.
Mattel Television is producing the series in partnership with Propogate, with “Let’s Make a Deal” showrunner John Quinn attached to executive produce. Adam Bonnett of Mattel and Ben Silverman, Howard T. Owens and Greg Lipstone of Propagate also serve as executive producers.
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Uno, a specialty card game akin to Crazy Eights, was first developed in 1971. Acquired by Mattel in 1992, the game is currently available in more than 80 countries and boasts dozens of themed versions. A previous game show adaptation was put into development in 2013 at The Gurin Company but did not move forward to series.
- 11/17/2020
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
Card game Uno is set to be adapted as a television game show after toy company Mattel teamed with Propagate Content and Let’s Make a Deal showrunner John Quinn.
The Uno Game Show is part of a new slate of unscripted shows being developed by Mattel Television, the production arm of the toy manufacturer. Mattel Television is best known for producing series such as Thomas & Friends and Netflix’s Barbie Princess Adventure as well as Masters of the Universe series.
It is the latest attempt to turn the card game into a television series after Mattel had previously partnered with the Gurin Company in 2013.
The series will turn the card game into a larger-than-life competition of four teams vying to become the ultimate Uno champion. It will feature audience participation, over-the-top physical challenges and trivia.
The card game, developed in 1971 by Merle Robbins, sees players compete to become the first to score 500 points,...
The Uno Game Show is part of a new slate of unscripted shows being developed by Mattel Television, the production arm of the toy manufacturer. Mattel Television is best known for producing series such as Thomas & Friends and Netflix’s Barbie Princess Adventure as well as Masters of the Universe series.
It is the latest attempt to turn the card game into a television series after Mattel had previously partnered with the Gurin Company in 2013.
The series will turn the card game into a larger-than-life competition of four teams vying to become the ultimate Uno champion. It will feature audience participation, over-the-top physical challenges and trivia.
The card game, developed in 1971 by Merle Robbins, sees players compete to become the first to score 500 points,...
- 11/17/2020
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
In today’s TV news roundup, BBC America and AMC announced “Killing Eve’s” Season 3 premiere date, and Netflix and Mattel Television announced the voice cast for its upcoming anime series “Masters of the Universe: Revelation.”
Casting
Netflix and Mattel Television have announced the cast for the upcoming anime series “Masters of the Universe: Revelation.” A reboot of the original series featuring He-Man, Skeltor, Teela and other characters, the program’s extensive voice cast includes Mark Hamill, Lena Headey, Chris Wood, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Liam Cunningham, Stephen Root, Diedrich Bader, Griffin Newman, Tiffany Smith, Henry Rollins, Alan Oppenheimer and more. Adam Bonnett, Christopher Keenan and Rob David serve as executive producers.
The pilot for Amazon’s series adaptation of “A League of their Own” has announced its cast. D’Arcy Carden (“The Good Place”) will lead a cast that also includes Abbi Jacobson, Chanté Adams, Gbemisola Ikumelo, Kelly McCormack, Roberta Colindrez,...
Casting
Netflix and Mattel Television have announced the cast for the upcoming anime series “Masters of the Universe: Revelation.” A reboot of the original series featuring He-Man, Skeltor, Teela and other characters, the program’s extensive voice cast includes Mark Hamill, Lena Headey, Chris Wood, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Liam Cunningham, Stephen Root, Diedrich Bader, Griffin Newman, Tiffany Smith, Henry Rollins, Alan Oppenheimer and more. Adam Bonnett, Christopher Keenan and Rob David serve as executive producers.
The pilot for Amazon’s series adaptation of “A League of their Own” has announced its cast. D’Arcy Carden (“The Good Place”) will lead a cast that also includes Abbi Jacobson, Chanté Adams, Gbemisola Ikumelo, Kelly McCormack, Roberta Colindrez,...
- 2/15/2020
- by J. Kim Murphy
- Variety Film + TV
Netflix and Mattel TV announced an expansive voice cast for its upcoming “Masters of the Universe” series from Kevin Smith. The cast is led by Mark Hamill as Skeletor, Lena Headey as Evil-Lyn and Chris Wood as Prince Adam aka He-Man.
The new series, “Masters of the Universe: Revelations,” will focus on the unresolved storylines of the original 1982 TV series, picking up many of the characters’ journeys where they left off decades ago.
In addition to those three, the cast also includes Sarah Michelle Gellar (Teela), Liam Cunningham (Man-At-Arms), Stephen Root (Cringer), Diedrich Bader (King Randor/Trap Jaw), Griffin Newman (Orko), Tiffany Smith (Andra), Henry Rollins (Tri-Klops), Susan Eisenberg (Sorceress), Alicia Silverstone (Queen Marlena), Justin Long (Roboto), Jason Mewes (Stinkor), Phil Lamarr (He-Ro), Tony Todd (Scare Glow), Cree Summer (Priestess), Kevin Michael Richardson (Beast Man), Kevin Conroy (Mer-Man) and Harley Quinn Smith (Ileena).
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The new series, “Masters of the Universe: Revelations,” will focus on the unresolved storylines of the original 1982 TV series, picking up many of the characters’ journeys where they left off decades ago.
In addition to those three, the cast also includes Sarah Michelle Gellar (Teela), Liam Cunningham (Man-At-Arms), Stephen Root (Cringer), Diedrich Bader (King Randor/Trap Jaw), Griffin Newman (Orko), Tiffany Smith (Andra), Henry Rollins (Tri-Klops), Susan Eisenberg (Sorceress), Alicia Silverstone (Queen Marlena), Justin Long (Roboto), Jason Mewes (Stinkor), Phil Lamarr (He-Ro), Tony Todd (Scare Glow), Cree Summer (Priestess), Kevin Michael Richardson (Beast Man), Kevin Conroy (Mer-Man) and Harley Quinn Smith (Ileena).
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- 2/14/2020
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
Netflix has set an all-star voice cast for Masters of the Universe: Revelation, its upcoming anime series based on He-Man, Skeletor, Teela and the other classic characters of the Masters of the Universe franchise.
Masters of the Universe: Revelation, produced by Mattel Television, will focus on the unresolved storylines of the iconic characters, picking up where they left off decades ago.
The cast includes Mark Hamill as Skeletor; Lena Headey as Evil-Lyn; Chris Wood as Prince Adam/He-Man; Sarah Michelle Gellar as Teela; Liam Cunningham as Man-At-Arms; Stephen Root as Cringer; Diedrich Bader as King Randor/Trap Jaw; Griffin Newman as Orko; Tiffany Smith as Andra; Henry Rollins as Tri-Klops; Alan Oppenheimer as Moss Man; Susan Eisenberg as Sorceress; Alicia Silverstone as Queen Marlena; Justin Long as Roboto; Jason Mewes as Stinkor; Phil Lamarr as He-Ro; Tony Todd as Scare Glow; Cree Summer as Priestess; Kevin Michael Richardson as Beast Man; Kevin Conroy as Mer-Man and Harley Quinn Smith as Ileena.
Adam Bonnett (Descendants), Christopher Keenan and Rob David (He-Man and the Masters of the Universe) serve as executive producers.
Kevin Smith will serve as showrunner and executive producer. In addition, Susan Corbin (Voltron) will produce.
Masters of the Universe: Revelation, produced by Mattel Television, will focus on the unresolved storylines of the iconic characters, picking up where they left off decades ago.
The cast includes Mark Hamill as Skeletor; Lena Headey as Evil-Lyn; Chris Wood as Prince Adam/He-Man; Sarah Michelle Gellar as Teela; Liam Cunningham as Man-At-Arms; Stephen Root as Cringer; Diedrich Bader as King Randor/Trap Jaw; Griffin Newman as Orko; Tiffany Smith as Andra; Henry Rollins as Tri-Klops; Alan Oppenheimer as Moss Man; Susan Eisenberg as Sorceress; Alicia Silverstone as Queen Marlena; Justin Long as Roboto; Jason Mewes as Stinkor; Phil Lamarr as He-Ro; Tony Todd as Scare Glow; Cree Summer as Priestess; Kevin Michael Richardson as Beast Man; Kevin Conroy as Mer-Man and Harley Quinn Smith as Ileena.
Adam Bonnett (Descendants), Christopher Keenan and Rob David (He-Man and the Masters of the Universe) serve as executive producers.
Kevin Smith will serve as showrunner and executive producer. In addition, Susan Corbin (Voltron) will produce.
- 2/14/2020
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Kevin Smith's animated Masters of the Universe series at Netflix has lined up a powerhouse voice cast.
Mark Hamill, Lena Headey, Chris Wood and Sarah Michelle Gellar headline the ensemble for Masters of the Universe: Revelation, an anime-style series on which Smith serves as showrunner. The series will focus on the unresolved storylines of the iconic characters in the He-Man universe, picking up where they left off decades ago.
Mattel Television is producing the series. Smith executive produces with Adam Bonnett (Descendants), Christopher Keenan (Batman Beyond) and Rob David (He-Man and the Masters of the Universe). Susan Corbin produces. Powerhouse Animation ...
Mark Hamill, Lena Headey, Chris Wood and Sarah Michelle Gellar headline the ensemble for Masters of the Universe: Revelation, an anime-style series on which Smith serves as showrunner. The series will focus on the unresolved storylines of the iconic characters in the He-Man universe, picking up where they left off decades ago.
Mattel Television is producing the series. Smith executive produces with Adam Bonnett (Descendants), Christopher Keenan (Batman Beyond) and Rob David (He-Man and the Masters of the Universe). Susan Corbin produces. Powerhouse Animation ...
- 2/14/2020
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
Netflix and Mattel Television announced a new “He-Man and the Masters of the Universe” series on Wednesday.
Adam Bonnett (“Descendants”), Christopher Keenan, and Rob David will serve as executive producers on the CG-animated series.
The project comes as part of a larger reboot of the “Masters of the Universe” franchise by Mattel, which also includes a comic book series by DC Comics, reimagined versions of the ’80s toys and a feature film. At Netflix, Mattel Television is also producing “Masters of the Universe: Revelation,” from Kevin Smith.
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“Masters of the Universe is one of the most iconic global franchises of all time, with a 30-year history and a passionate fan base,” said Fred Soulie, senior vice president of content distribution and business development at Mattel. “The entire team at...
Adam Bonnett (“Descendants”), Christopher Keenan, and Rob David will serve as executive producers on the CG-animated series.
The project comes as part of a larger reboot of the “Masters of the Universe” franchise by Mattel, which also includes a comic book series by DC Comics, reimagined versions of the ’80s toys and a feature film. At Netflix, Mattel Television is also producing “Masters of the Universe: Revelation,” from Kevin Smith.
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“Masters of the Universe is one of the most iconic global franchises of all time, with a 30-year history and a passionate fan base,” said Fred Soulie, senior vice president of content distribution and business development at Mattel. “The entire team at...
- 12/18/2019
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
Netflix and Mattel Television are producing He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, an original CG animated adventure series that will reimagine the popular Reagan Era toy-based franchise with a fresh take on its fantasy heroes.
The CG animation undertaking will be a brand companion for Netflix’s previously announced Mattel partnership on the 2D anime series Masters of the Universe: Revelation from filmmaker Kevin Smith.
The logline: “On the planet of Eternia, a young lost prince discovers the powers of Grayskull and transforms into He-Man, Master of the Universe! The classic battle between He-Man and evil Skeletor rages to new heights as both hero and villain forge new and mighty teams. A new generation of heroes fighting for the fate of us all. In the end, who will become Master of the Universe?”
The series is being produced by Mattel Television with Adam Bonnett (Descendants), Christopher Keenan, and Rob David serving as executive producers. The series was developed for television by Rob David.
Emmy-winning producer and designer Jeff Matsuda and Susan Corbin (Voltron) will also produce. Bryan Q Miller will serve as story editor on the series. Animation services are being provided by House of Cool and Cgcg (Trollhunters).
Fred Soulie, Mattel’s Senior Vice President of Content Distribution and Business Development, said the series will strive for a contemporary appeal that also satisfies longtime fans of the sword-and-sorcery exploits of characters such as Extendar, Man-At-Arms, Gwilor, Battle Cat and Roboto.
“Masters of the Universe is one of the most iconic global franchises of all time, with a 30-year history and a passionate fan base,” Soulie said. “The entire team at Mattel is excited to introduce the world of He-Man to a new generation and, together with the talented team at Netflix, to reimagine the classic characters in a way that appeals to kids and families today, while also resonating with the fans who grew up with them.”
Mattel’s reboot of the classic Masters of the Universe franchise also includes a comic book series by DC Comics, an upcoming feature film, and a reimagining of the 1980s toyline that hits retail shelves in Fall 2020.
Mattel and Netflix released a poster to promote the upcoming CG animated series…...
The CG animation undertaking will be a brand companion for Netflix’s previously announced Mattel partnership on the 2D anime series Masters of the Universe: Revelation from filmmaker Kevin Smith.
The logline: “On the planet of Eternia, a young lost prince discovers the powers of Grayskull and transforms into He-Man, Master of the Universe! The classic battle between He-Man and evil Skeletor rages to new heights as both hero and villain forge new and mighty teams. A new generation of heroes fighting for the fate of us all. In the end, who will become Master of the Universe?”
The series is being produced by Mattel Television with Adam Bonnett (Descendants), Christopher Keenan, and Rob David serving as executive producers. The series was developed for television by Rob David.
Emmy-winning producer and designer Jeff Matsuda and Susan Corbin (Voltron) will also produce. Bryan Q Miller will serve as story editor on the series. Animation services are being provided by House of Cool and Cgcg (Trollhunters).
Fred Soulie, Mattel’s Senior Vice President of Content Distribution and Business Development, said the series will strive for a contemporary appeal that also satisfies longtime fans of the sword-and-sorcery exploits of characters such as Extendar, Man-At-Arms, Gwilor, Battle Cat and Roboto.
“Masters of the Universe is one of the most iconic global franchises of all time, with a 30-year history and a passionate fan base,” Soulie said. “The entire team at Mattel is excited to introduce the world of He-Man to a new generation and, together with the talented team at Netflix, to reimagine the classic characters in a way that appeals to kids and families today, while also resonating with the fans who grew up with them.”
Mattel’s reboot of the classic Masters of the Universe franchise also includes a comic book series by DC Comics, an upcoming feature film, and a reimagining of the 1980s toyline that hits retail shelves in Fall 2020.
Mattel and Netflix released a poster to promote the upcoming CG animated series…...
- 12/18/2019
- by Geoff Boucher
- Deadline Film + TV
Mattel, Inc. (Nasdaq: Mat) today announced a new slate of 22 animated and live-action TV programs based on the company’s iconic and globally-recognized characters and franchises. The new programs in development are created by Mattel Television for multi-platform distribution and are based on more than 20 properties in Mattel’s rich IP portfolio. This innovative slate of high-quality episodic content for multi-platform distribution will encompass a broad range of genres, including action adventure, humor, game shows, music and more, and are designed to reach a range of demographics including toddlers and preschool, boys, girls, tweens, teens and families.
Ynon Kreiz, Chairman and CEO of Mattel, said: “With the proliferation of broadcasting and streaming platforms, there is a growing demand for high-quality content driven by global brands. Mattel is the owner of one of the strongest portfolios of children’s and family entertainment franchises in the world. We have countless opportunities...
Ynon Kreiz, Chairman and CEO of Mattel, said: “With the proliferation of broadcasting and streaming platforms, there is a growing demand for high-quality content driven by global brands. Mattel is the owner of one of the strongest portfolios of children’s and family entertainment franchises in the world. We have countless opportunities...
- 2/16/2019
- by Andrew Wendowski
- Age of the Nerd
Children’s entertainment company Mattel is continuing to focus on the “entertainment” side of its business, announcing it is developing a slate of 22 animated and live-action TV programs based on its storied brands and franchises.
The move comes in the wake of Mattel’s hiring of Adam Bonnett, a 21-year Disney Channel veteran behind Hannah Montana, Descendants, and Kim Possible as executive producer of Mattel Television. And it happens as the 2019 American International Toy Fair gets underway in New York beginning Friday.
The shows will be a mix of animated and live-action and made for multi-platform distribution.
Mattel ...
The move comes in the wake of Mattel’s hiring of Adam Bonnett, a 21-year Disney Channel veteran behind Hannah Montana, Descendants, and Kim Possible as executive producer of Mattel Television. And it happens as the 2019 American International Toy Fair gets underway in New York beginning Friday.
The shows will be a mix of animated and live-action and made for multi-platform distribution.
Mattel ...
- 2/15/2019
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
Adam Bonnett, former Disney Channels Worldwide Evp of Original Programming, has been appointed Executive Producer, Mattel Television.
During his 21 years at Disney Channel, Bonnett was behind the network’s signature and most successful original TV series and movies, in addition to overseeing casting and talent relations. His long list of hits include such Disney Channel series as Hannah Montana, Good Luck Charlie, The Suite Life Of Zack & Cody, The Suite Life On Deck, Sonny With A Chance, That’s So Raven, Lizzie McGuire and the Emmy-Award-winning series Even Stevens and Wizards of Waverly Place, as well as movies such as the Descendants franchise, Teen Beach Movie, Disney’s Zombies, Adventures in Babysitting (reboot) and Disney’s upcoming live-action movie Kim Possible.
At Mattel Television, Bonnett will be responsible for global episodic content development and production for live action and animation based on the company’s iconic brands. He will report to Richard Dickson,...
During his 21 years at Disney Channel, Bonnett was behind the network’s signature and most successful original TV series and movies, in addition to overseeing casting and talent relations. His long list of hits include such Disney Channel series as Hannah Montana, Good Luck Charlie, The Suite Life Of Zack & Cody, The Suite Life On Deck, Sonny With A Chance, That’s So Raven, Lizzie McGuire and the Emmy-Award-winning series Even Stevens and Wizards of Waverly Place, as well as movies such as the Descendants franchise, Teen Beach Movie, Disney’s Zombies, Adventures in Babysitting (reboot) and Disney’s upcoming live-action movie Kim Possible.
At Mattel Television, Bonnett will be responsible for global episodic content development and production for live action and animation based on the company’s iconic brands. He will report to Richard Dickson,...
- 2/6/2019
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
After 21 years as a programming executive at Disney Channels Worldwide, Adam Bonnett has joined Mattel Television as executive producer overseeing development and production of episodic content.
Bonnett will spearhead animated and live-action projects for the El Segundo, Calif.-based toymaker that is looking to better exploit its popular toy brands through TV programming. Mattel is home to Barbie, Hot Wheels, Thomas and Friends and the Fisher-Price line of toys for tykes.
Bonnett will report to Mattel president and chief operating officer Richard Dickson.
“Adam is an extraordinarily talented executive with a proven track record of developing high-quality TV content that captures the imagination of kids worldwide,” said Dickson. “Adding his expertise is another important step as we build out our franchise management capabilities in order to maximize the potential of our brands across a variety of channels and consumer touchpoints.”
As exec VP of original programming for Disney Channels Worldwide,...
Bonnett will spearhead animated and live-action projects for the El Segundo, Calif.-based toymaker that is looking to better exploit its popular toy brands through TV programming. Mattel is home to Barbie, Hot Wheels, Thomas and Friends and the Fisher-Price line of toys for tykes.
Bonnett will report to Mattel president and chief operating officer Richard Dickson.
“Adam is an extraordinarily talented executive with a proven track record of developing high-quality TV content that captures the imagination of kids worldwide,” said Dickson. “Adding his expertise is another important step as we build out our franchise management capabilities in order to maximize the potential of our brands across a variety of channels and consumer touchpoints.”
As exec VP of original programming for Disney Channels Worldwide,...
- 2/6/2019
- by Cynthia Littleton
- Variety Film + TV
Mattel has found its head of television.
Twenty-one-year Disney Channel alum Adam Bonnett has been tapped to oversee television for the toymaker.
In his new position, Bonnett will be charged with global episodic content development and production for live-action and animated series based on Mattel's iconic brands. He will report directly to Mattel COO and president Richard Dickson.
"Adam is an extraordinarily talented executive with a proven track record of developing high-quality TV content that captures the imagination of kids worldwide,” Dickson said. “Adding his expertise is another important step as we build out our franchise ...
Twenty-one-year Disney Channel alum Adam Bonnett has been tapped to oversee television for the toymaker.
In his new position, Bonnett will be charged with global episodic content development and production for live-action and animated series based on Mattel's iconic brands. He will report directly to Mattel COO and president Richard Dickson.
"Adam is an extraordinarily talented executive with a proven track record of developing high-quality TV content that captures the imagination of kids worldwide,” Dickson said. “Adding his expertise is another important step as we build out our franchise ...
Adam Bonnett is stepping down as executive vice president of original programming at Disney Channels Worldwide to pursue a career as a producer, he announced Friday.
Bonnett — who has been with the cabler for 21 years — will depart next month, with a replacement expected to be named in the next few weeks. The exec currently oversees Disney Channel and Disney Xd’s live-action development, along with current original series and movies, and casting and talent relations for both channels. A replacement is expected to be named in the coming weeks.
“The demand for programming content across many platforms is at an all-time high so this is the right time for me to explore producing opportunities, something I’ve dreamt about forever,” Bonnett said in a statement obtained by TheWrap. “I’m lucky to have had the benefit of a fulfilling career at Disney Channel working with many amazingly talented people. As...
Bonnett — who has been with the cabler for 21 years — will depart next month, with a replacement expected to be named in the next few weeks. The exec currently oversees Disney Channel and Disney Xd’s live-action development, along with current original series and movies, and casting and talent relations for both channels. A replacement is expected to be named in the coming weeks.
“The demand for programming content across many platforms is at an all-time high so this is the right time for me to explore producing opportunities, something I’ve dreamt about forever,” Bonnett said in a statement obtained by TheWrap. “I’m lucky to have had the benefit of a fulfilling career at Disney Channel working with many amazingly talented people. As...
- 10/26/2018
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
Exclusive: Adam Bonnett, Evp, Original Programming, Disney Channels Worldwide, is leaving the cable network after 21 years to become a producer. He made the announcement to his team this afternoon. Bonnett, who will depart next month, has been overseeing all live action development and current original series and movies for Disney Channel and Disney Xd as well as casting and talent relations for those channels. A replacement is expected to be named in the coming weeks.
“The demand for programming content across many platforms is at an all-time high so this is the right time for me to explore producing opportunities, something I’ve dreamt about forever,” Bonnett said. “I’m lucky to have had the benefit of a fulfilling career at Disney Channel working with many amazingly talented people. As I transition to an exciting new career chapter, it’s with unending gratitude to my longtime mentor Gary Marsh as...
“The demand for programming content across many platforms is at an all-time high so this is the right time for me to explore producing opportunities, something I’ve dreamt about forever,” Bonnett said. “I’m lucky to have had the benefit of a fulfilling career at Disney Channel working with many amazingly talented people. As I transition to an exciting new career chapter, it’s with unending gratitude to my longtime mentor Gary Marsh as...
- 10/26/2018
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Disney Channel is saying goodbye to a key executive.
Executive vp original programming Adam Bonnett, who has been with the cable network for more than two decades, is leaving his post next month. The exec, who oversees all live-action development and current original series and movies for both Disney Channel and Disney Xd, is expected to be replaced in the coming weeks.
"The demand for programming content across many platforms is at an all-time high so this is the right time for me to explore producing opportunities, something I’ve dreamt about forever," Bonnett said Friday in ...
Executive vp original programming Adam Bonnett, who has been with the cable network for more than two decades, is leaving his post next month. The exec, who oversees all live-action development and current original series and movies for both Disney Channel and Disney Xd, is expected to be replaced in the coming weeks.
"The demand for programming content across many platforms is at an all-time high so this is the right time for me to explore producing opportunities, something I’ve dreamt about forever," Bonnett said Friday in ...
- 10/26/2018
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
When ABC revealed that “Black-ish” would have a spinoff, sister network Freeform raced to sign the series up. For Freeform, “Grown-ish” would hit all the right notes — it came with a proven pedigree in creator Kenya Barris, and even more important, featured a young, diverse cast.
The decision was a wise one, indeed. “We chased the show that became ‘Grown-ish’ because we very much wanted a diverse comedy on our slate, and who better to partner with than Kenya?” explains Freeform exec VP, programming and development, Karey Burke. “It very quickly drew new viewers to our channel and ‘Siren,’ which follows it, has a more diverse audience than ever.”
“Diversity” has been a jargony watchword for years among programmers and content creators in the youth and young adult worlds. But it’s only in recent years that select networks like The CW, Nickelodeon, Disney Channel, Freeform and Netflix have made...
The decision was a wise one, indeed. “We chased the show that became ‘Grown-ish’ because we very much wanted a diverse comedy on our slate, and who better to partner with than Kenya?” explains Freeform exec VP, programming and development, Karey Burke. “It very quickly drew new viewers to our channel and ‘Siren,’ which follows it, has a more diverse audience than ever.”
“Diversity” has been a jargony watchword for years among programmers and content creators in the youth and young adult worlds. But it’s only in recent years that select networks like The CW, Nickelodeon, Disney Channel, Freeform and Netflix have made...
- 8/28/2018
- by Randee Dawn
- Variety Film + TV
With all the TV reboots coming down the pike in 2018, it was only a matter of time before beloved Disney Channel shows started getting the same treatment. Just like the recent revival of That's So Raven, Kim Possible is also being brought back but with a fun twist.
The animated series about a young high-school cheerleader who lives a double life as a spy saving the world from supervillains is being turned into a live-action movie with newcomer Sadie Stanley as the title character. The Goldbergs star Sean Giambrone will play her trusty sidekick Ron Stoppable.
At San Diego Comic-Con on July 21, executive producers Mark McCorkle and Bob Schooley shared a first look at the movie, which will premiere in 2019. In the quick clip shared by the Disney Channel, the spunky animated character is shown evolving through the years, ending with a shot of Stanley all suited up as Kim.
The animated series about a young high-school cheerleader who lives a double life as a spy saving the world from supervillains is being turned into a live-action movie with newcomer Sadie Stanley as the title character. The Goldbergs star Sean Giambrone will play her trusty sidekick Ron Stoppable.
At San Diego Comic-Con on July 21, executive producers Mark McCorkle and Bob Schooley shared a first look at the movie, which will premiere in 2019. In the quick clip shared by the Disney Channel, the spunky animated character is shown evolving through the years, ending with a shot of Stanley all suited up as Kim.
- 7/22/2018
- by Quinn Keaney
- Popsugar.com
August 10 will be Freaky Friday for Disney Channel. The cable net has set that midsummer date for the premiere of its musical version of the classic mother-daughter body-swap.
Directed by Steve Carr, the latest take on Mary Rodgers’ classic book stars Heidi Blickenstaff, who played the mom role in the stage version, and Cozi Zuehlsdorff of the Dolphin Tale films as the bickering mother and daughter who both wish they could switch places with the other for a day. But be careful what you wish for: they magically wake up one freaky Friday in each other’s body and begin a journey of self-discovery and empathy neither one could have imagined.
Disney also made Freaky Friday theatrical features in 1976 starring Jodie Foster and Barbara Harris, and in 2003 with Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis. Its 1995 telefilm version starred Gaby Hoffmann and Shelley Long.
Bridget Carpenter wrote the Freaky Friday screenplay based on her stage adaptation,...
Directed by Steve Carr, the latest take on Mary Rodgers’ classic book stars Heidi Blickenstaff, who played the mom role in the stage version, and Cozi Zuehlsdorff of the Dolphin Tale films as the bickering mother and daughter who both wish they could switch places with the other for a day. But be careful what you wish for: they magically wake up one freaky Friday in each other’s body and begin a journey of self-discovery and empathy neither one could have imagined.
Disney also made Freaky Friday theatrical features in 1976 starring Jodie Foster and Barbara Harris, and in 2003 with Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis. Its 1995 telefilm version starred Gaby Hoffmann and Shelley Long.
Bridget Carpenter wrote the Freaky Friday screenplay based on her stage adaptation,...
- 6/13/2018
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Kayti Burt Feb 8, 2018
Kim Possible is coming to the big screen, Disney has confirmed
The Disney Channel is developing a live-action film version of Kim Possible, the animated spy series that ran from 2002 to 2007 for 87 episodes. While the series has already had two Disney Channel animated films, this would be the first live-action film.
Kim Possible follows the life of a high school girl who fights crime alongside her sidekick Ron Stoppable and his naked mole-rat Rufus, as well as computer genius Wade. Christy Carlson-Romano, of Even Stevens fame, voiced the main character of Kim in the series. Hopefully, Carlson-Romano will be involved in the project in some way. Either way, this premise and tone has the potentialy to be a fun, kid-geared spy movie like we haven't had in a while.
According to Variety, the live-action Kim Possible movie has already begun casting, with series creators Mark McCorkle and...
Kim Possible is coming to the big screen, Disney has confirmed
The Disney Channel is developing a live-action film version of Kim Possible, the animated spy series that ran from 2002 to 2007 for 87 episodes. While the series has already had two Disney Channel animated films, this would be the first live-action film.
Kim Possible follows the life of a high school girl who fights crime alongside her sidekick Ron Stoppable and his naked mole-rat Rufus, as well as computer genius Wade. Christy Carlson-Romano, of Even Stevens fame, voiced the main character of Kim in the series. Hopefully, Carlson-Romano will be involved in the project in some way. Either way, this premise and tone has the potentialy to be a fun, kid-geared spy movie like we haven't had in a while.
According to Variety, the live-action Kim Possible movie has already begun casting, with series creators Mark McCorkle and...
- 2/7/2018
- Den of Geek
Did she see this coming? 'Cause we did. Raven's Home is officially coming back for a second season! Disney Channel announced on Tuesday that the network had renewed the That's So Raven follow-up series for another season, with production set to resume in Hollywood in November. Raven-Symoné reprises her role as Raven Baxter on the show, and also serves as an executive producer. "We are incredibly proud of our first season and the fact that Raven has returned home to Disney Channel in a very big way," Adam Bonnett, executive vice president, Original Programming, Disney Channels Worldwide, said in a statement. "The entire cast and crew have delivered a classic...
- 10/10/2017
- E! Online
Disney Channel has named former Paramount Television executive Dina Hillier as VP Original Series. Hillier will work in tandem with Jonas Agin, vice president, Original Series, Disney Channel, in the development of live-action series for multiple distribution platforms, reporting to Adam Bonnett, Evp Original Series, Disney Channels Worldwide. “We are fortunate to have Dina’s experience, insights and strong ties to the creative community in a critical role, joining Jonas…...
- 10/6/2017
- Deadline TV
When Anneliese van der Pol initially heard that Disney Channel was plotting a That’s So Raven spinoff, she couldn’t believe it. In fact, she didn’t believe it.
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“[Raven-Symoné] and I first talked about it a year ago when we were both in New York,” van der Pol, who co-starred on Raven from 2003 to 2007, tells TVLine. “I thought she was just calling me to hang, but then she told me that she and Adam Bonnett were discussing bringing the show back. Long story short, I just didn’t believe her.
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“[Raven-Symoné] and I first talked about it a year ago when we were both in New York,” van der Pol, who co-starred on Raven from 2003 to 2007, tells TVLine. “I thought she was just calling me to hang, but then she told me that she and Adam Bonnett were discussing bringing the show back. Long story short, I just didn’t believe her.
- 7/5/2017
- TVLine.com
The Disney Channel is renewing a show that gives social media stars a chance to show up on TV. That show is Bizaardvark, and it will return for a second season, which will air in 2017.
Bizaardvark follows a pair of teenagers who express themselves through their titular vlogging channel on YouTube. That premise gives many opportunities for prominent social media stars to show up in the show’s cast. Jake Paul has a supporting role in the series, and notable creators who have appeared as guests include Rosanna Pansino, Eva Gutowski, Alisha Marie, Meredith Foster, and Logan Paul.
The second season of Bizaardvark will feature more cameos while continuing to develop the show’s storyline and characters. “Our hope is that Bizaardvark inspires kids to embrace their own creativity and individuality, and encourages them to express themselves,” said Adam Bonnett, the Evp of original programming at Disney Channel Worldwide. “We...
Bizaardvark follows a pair of teenagers who express themselves through their titular vlogging channel on YouTube. That premise gives many opportunities for prominent social media stars to show up in the show’s cast. Jake Paul has a supporting role in the series, and notable creators who have appeared as guests include Rosanna Pansino, Eva Gutowski, Alisha Marie, Meredith Foster, and Logan Paul.
The second season of Bizaardvark will feature more cameos while continuing to develop the show’s storyline and characters. “Our hope is that Bizaardvark inspires kids to embrace their own creativity and individuality, and encourages them to express themselves,” said Adam Bonnett, the Evp of original programming at Disney Channel Worldwide. “We...
- 12/27/2016
- by Sam Gutelle
- Tubefilter.com
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