Warner Bros. to Preview “Fantastic Beast” Merch at Expo

Jun 06, 2015

Posted by: Catherine

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PR Newswire shared an announcement from Warner Bros. on their Twitter, saying that “Fantastic Beast” consumer products may be previewed at a Licensing Expo in Las Vegas. The Licensing Expo, which will take place June 9-11, “has connected the world’s most influential entertainment, character, fashion, art and corporate brand owners and agents with consumer goods manufacturers, licensees and retailers.” Warner Bros. released a statement saying that they will be present:

From J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World Comes the Eagerly Awaited Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them

WBCP Broad Licensing Programs Support DC Entertainment’s Extensive Content, Including Batman, DC Super Hero Girls, DC Super Friends, DC Comics TV Portfolio and More, for Boys, Girls, Preschoolers, Teens and Adults

WBCP’s Robust Portfolio Includes Film, Television, Animation, Games and Classics.

BURBANK, Calif., June 5, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — With a powerhouse portfolio of entertainment properties—anchored by a theatrical slate of tentpole films, a fan-driven TV portfolio, global initiatives with immersive worlds, all-new animated content developed for younger fans, and a diverse lineup of pop-classic favorites—Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) soars into Licensing Expo 2015 with an unrivaled lineup of content support and partners that will drive its licensing, merchandising and retail business in 2016 and beyond.

“WBCP arrives at Licensing Expo with an unmatched portfolio of content and product offerings, led by the most anticipated feature film events of 2016—DC Comics’ Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, the first time fans will see Batman and Superman together in a theatrical event; DC Comics’ Suicide Squad, the first-ever theatrical team up of some of the most iconic Super-Villains; and from J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,” said Brad Globe, President of Warner Bros. Consumer Products. “Content is the cornerstone of our robust programs, and we have an unparalleled lineup of collaborations and partnerships, which is a testament to the trusted relationships we have built with all of our licensing and retail partners.”

The wizarding world continues to delight audiences with Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, J.K. Rowling’s screenwriting debut, which marks an expanded creative partnership between Warner Bros. Entertainment and J.K. Rowling, and which will be fully supported by WBCP to offer fans an exciting licensing and merchandising program. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, the first in a new film series from J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World, is inspired by Hogwarts textbook Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, and the adventures of the book’s fictitious author, Newt Scamander.

“We are incredibly excited to further explore and dig deeper into our already strong portfolio with an eye towards content creation, allowing us to offer initiatives for girls, boys and preschoolers on a global scale,” said Karen McTier, Executive Vice President, Warner Bros. Consumer Products. “With programs like DC Super Hero Girls, Batman Unlimited, DC Super Friends and more, WBCP is creating new content and building impactful activations with partners around the world.”

To see what other exciting product lines Warner Bros will be presenting, the rest of the statement can be read here.

Thanks to SnitchSeeker for the heads up.





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