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. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. Zodiak Kids & Family Distribution Acquires Moominvalley

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    Banijay Kids & Family today announces its distribution arm, Zodiak Kids & Family Distribution, will represent all four seasons of the animated family drama series, Moominvalley. Inspired by the much-loved Moomin stories by Tove Jansson, it is produced by Finnish production company Gutsy Animations in collaboration with YLE and Sky and, additionally, Viaplay for the fourth season.

    The Emmy®-nominated series brings the Moomins into 3D with a unique visual style combining high quality CGI and painterly effects. It is a whimsical, coming-of-age story of family and friendship, which explores humanity, relationships and emotions, as the Moomins work together to restore harmony to their titular home. The series also features a high-profile voice cast, including Rosamund Pike, Bel Powley, Warwick Davis, Matt Berry, Akiya Henry, Jennifer Saunders, Will Self, and Julian Barratt.

    Delphine Dumont, Chief Commercial Officer, Banijay Kids & Family says: “Moominvalley is a beautifully crafted animation, with timely themes of the environment, sustainability, and respect for nature, all of which will strongly appeal to our buyers globally. This is such an iconic brand that resonates with audiences of all ages and across borders, and it is a wonderful, complimentary addition to our diverse and exciting portfolio of titles.”

    Katherine Senior, Head of International Sales, Gutsy Animations says: “I am delighted to be working with the great team at Zodiak Kids & Family Distribution to expand our international reach of the award-winning Moominvalley series.  I am certain we will be bringing our animated family drama to many more homes around the world.”

    The award-winning Finnish content creator Marika Makaroff is creative director of Moominvalley. The series director of the first two seasons is the Oscar®-winning Steve Box (The Curse of the Were-Rabbit). Season 3 is directed by the episode directors from previous seasons; Nigel Davies, Sara Barbas (Final Call), Darren Robbie (Doc McStuffins) and Jay Grace (Shaun the Sheep). Season 4 series director is Nigel Davis (Shaun the Sheep Movie). Season 1 is produced by the BAFTA®-winning producer John Woolley (Shaun the Sheep), Season 2 by Louise Holmes (Shaun of the Sheep) and Seasons 3 and 4 by Stephen Dorrance (Happy!). Head writers for the first three seasons are the Emmy®-winning writing duo Mark Huckerby and Nick Ostler (Peter Rabbit). Season 4 head writer is Diana Whitley (House of Anubis).

    The 3D animation is made at Anima Vitae – a Finnish animation studio located in Helsinki and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The score music is composed by the acclaimed percussionist Samuli Kosminen, multi-instrumentalist Jarmo Saari and violinist Pekka Kuusisto.