Banijay is the world's largest independent content creation Group for television and multimedia platforms. Banijay is present in 16 territories.
Banijay is the world's largest independent content creation Group for television and multimedia platforms. Banijay is present in 16 territories.

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  1. Monello Productions Unveils New Series Pikky & Rhino

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    : Monello Productions, part of global leader in children’s entertainment, Banijay Kids & Family, today announces the development of original animation, Pikky & Rhino. The series, created by Cécile Sady and Ahmed Guerrouache, with Giorgio Welter and Cécile Sady as Producers, will be pitched at this year’s Cartoon Forum (12:30 Wednesday 17 September – Blue Room).

    With a blend of cartoon humour and rich visual storytelling, Pikky & Rhino explores themes of loyalty, interdependence, and friendship, through the lens of two unlikely companions living on the savannah. Pikky & Rhino centres on the exclusive bond between Pikky, an energic little bird, and Rhino, his gentle best friend. From his perch on Rhino’s back, Pikky keeps his buddy clean and tidy, while Rhino offers Pikky safety, snacks, and steadfast companionship. Their relationship is symbiotic, but more importantly, it’s deeply emotional, built on trust and devotion. The series introduces a playful tension as other animals on the plains grow envious of Pikky’s talents and the duo’s seamless setup. Each episode sees the pair navigating these challenges, reinforcing the value of true friendship in the face of temptation and rivalry.

    Cécile Sady, Monello Productions says: “Pikky & Rhino is a celebration of friendship in its purest form. We look forward to showcasing this heartfelt and visually engaging series at Cartoon Forum and connecting with partners who share our passion for meaningful storytelling.”

    With a strong reputation for producing world-renowned animation, Monello Productions (part of Banijay Kids & Family) creates premium shows for children and the whole family, covering comedy, action-adventure, and education. Founded in September 2013, the Paris-based studio, run by Giorgio Welter and Cécile Sady, is behind internationally successful series, including Max and Maestro, Street Football, Marblegen, When I Was Your Age, Hello Kitty: Super Style!, Chimera Keepers: Adventures with Incredible Creatures, and Froggie.

    Banijay Kids & Family’s collective of first-class producers and talent is behind some of the biggest kids’ brands in the world. Led by Benoît Di Sabatino, Banijay Kids & Family is part of content powerhouse Banijay Entertainment.

  2. Banijay Kids & Family Confirms Raft of Distribution Deals

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    Banijay Kids & Family, a global leader in children’s entertainment, behind hit shows such as Totally Spies!and Mr Bean: The Animated Series, today announces a host of new deals, secured by its dedicated commercial and sales division, Banijay Kids & Family Distribution.

    Miniheroes of the Forest season 1 has been picked up for Hong Kong by HK Television Entertainment Company Limited, and Vme Media Inc across the US; Chimera Keepers: Adventures with Incredible Creatures season 1 is heading to Switzerland with Radio Télévision Suisse; Moominvalley has been ordered by Hot Telecommunication Systems Ltd in Israel (season 1), StarTimes for Sub-Saharan Africa (seasons 1-3), and Czech Television in the Czech Republic (season 4); and The Game Catchers season 2 is heading to Ireland with RTE and Hong Kong with HK Television Entertainment Company Limited.

    Cecile Cau, SVP Co-productions, Sales and Acquisitions, Banijay Kids & Family Distribution says: “We have an incredibly strong slate of shows heading into MIPCOM, and as you can see, these titles are proving extremely popular with buyers all around the world. From our fantastic in-house productions to premium third-party titles, we have something for every buyer and platform.”

    Miniheroes of the Forest is produced by Movimenti Production and MoBo, and co-produced by Zodiak Kids & Family France (all part of Banijay Kids & Family). Chimera Keepers: Adventures with Incredible Creatures is produced by Banijay Kids & Family’s Monello Productions with Belvision and RTBF and was in the top 20 most watched shows in the MIPJunior screenings library this year. Moominvalley is produced by Gutsy Animations in collaboration with Yle, Sky, and  Viaplay, Banijay Kids & Family Distribution represents worldwide distribution. The Game Catchers is produced by Studio Bozzetto and Sphere Media, Banijay Kids & Family Distribution represents worldwide distribution.

    Led by Benoît Di Sabatino, Banijay Kids & Family is part of content powerhouse Banijay Entertainment. Its dedicated commercial and sales division, Banijay Kids & Family Distribution, is responsible for the exploitation of linear and non-linear rights for the group’s high-quality animated and live-action kids brands. As part of these efforts, it drives ancillary activity across all platforms, and through brand licensing and digital exploitation.

  3. Multiple Distribution Deals Confirmed for Moominvalley

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    Banijay Kids & Family, a global leader in children’s entertainment, behind hit shows such as Totally Spies! and Mr Bean: The Animated Series, today announces a slate of international distribution deals for the Emmy®-nominated Moominvalley.

    Four seasons of the award-winning animation, which is inspired by the iconic Moomin stories by Tove Jansson, have been produced by Gutsy Animations in collaboration with Yle and Sky. Viaplay also boarded the latest season. Banijay Kids & Family Distribution, which represents worldwide distribution, including digital for all series, has sealed multiple broadcasting deals across several territories with Iceland’s RUV and Switzerland’s RTS for seasons 1-2; the Netherlands’ NPO, ABC (Australia) and Thailand’s PBS for seasons 1-3; and in France with TF1’s SVOD service TFOU Max for season 1.

    Cecile Cau, SVP Sales, Coproductions & Acquisitions, Banijay Kids & Family comments: “By further expanding the show’s reach through this broad range of sales, Moominvalley continues to demonstrate the strength of its cross-generational and cross-cultural appeal. This is a timeless series that resonates with our international buyers, and we hope to bring it to even more homes across the globe.”

    Moominvalley is a captivating 3D-animated family drama series, with a unique visual style. The heart-warming, coming-of-age story, follows Moomintroll’s growth and encounters with his family and other creatures, exploring the themes of humanity, relationships and emotions.

    Led by Benoît Di Sabatino, Banijay Kids & Family is part of content powerhouse Banijay Entertainment. Its dedicated commercial and sales division, Banijay Kids & Family Distribution, is responsible for the exploitation of linear and non-linear rights for the group’s high-quality animated and live-action kids brands. As part of these efforts, it drives ancillary activity across all platforms, and through brand licensing and digital exploitation.