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Wildbrain Announces Agreement To Acquire House Of Cool, A Leader In Pre-Production Capabilities For Premium Animated Series And Movies

Mar 28, 2023•over 2 years ago

Acquiring Company

WILDBRAIN

Acquired Company

HOUSE OF COOL

Toronto

Description

WildBrain Ltd. ("WildBrain" or the "Company") (TSX: WILD), a global leader in kids' and family entertainment, has signed an agreement to acquire House of Cool, one of the top pre-production companies in the global animation industry. A strategic extension of WildBrain's focus on creative excellence, the acquisition significantly expands and enhances the Company's pre-production capabilities for premium animated series, specials and features.

Company Information

Company

WILDBRAIN

Location

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

About

WildBrain Ltd. is a global leader in kids' and family entertainment, with an outstanding portfolio of world-class IP, including Peanuts, Teletubbies, and Strawberry Shortcake, and unique capabilities across Content Creation, Audience Engagement, and Global Licensing.

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