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TV KIDS
DQ Entertainment International Five & It / The New Adventures of Lassie / Robin Hood: Mischief in Sherwood Meant for viewers between the ages of 6 and 9, Five & It is an animated series that follows a group of children after they discover a sand fairy underneath their uncle’s beachfront mansion. DQ Entertainment International is showcasing that title at MIPTV, in addition to The New Adventures of Lassie and Robin Hood: Mischief in Sherwood. The former is an animated series focused on the iconic canine, while the latter spotlights a young version of the heroic outlaw. “We continuously endeavor to create quality entertainment content for kids,” says Tapaas Chakravarti, the company’s CEO. “We are grateful to all our broadcast and co-production partners worldwide who have always believed in us and shared our passion to create new and exciting properties with global appeal.”
“We will continue to produce and bring to life several new epic stories, raising the bar of creativity to entertain our young audiences all over the world.” —Tapaas Chakravarti Robin Hood: Mischief in Sherwood
Entertainment One Family PJ Masks / Winston Steinburger & Sir Dudley Ding Dong / Peppa Pig There are two new animated series that Entertainment One (eOne) Family is bringing to this year’s MIPTV. The first, PJ Masks, is a superhero show for preschoolers based on a French picture-book series. The second is Winston Steinburger & Sir Dudley Ding Dong, a fast-paced comedy set in space. The company is also presenting the hit preschool program Peppa Pig and its latest specials, Golden Boots, Holiday and Halloween. “Peppa Pig perfectly captures the humor of everyday family life, which people around the globe feel an immediate emotional connection to,” says Monica Candiani, eOne Family’s head of international sales. “It’s this universal theme of family life, in addition to the fact that the writing is very funny, that underpins the series’ success with international audiences.”
“Winston Steinburger totally delivers on laughs, and we’re confident that once they see it, kids will be hooked.” —Monica Candiani Winston Steinburger & Sir Dudley Ding Dong
Foothill Entertainment Boy and the Dinosaur / Rollie & Friends / The Cut The adventures of an ordinary boy and his prehistoric friend take center stage in Boy and the Dinosaur, a MIPTV highlight from Foothill Entertainment. “It blends strong visual storytelling and broad physical comedy with plenty of original music and a simple educational philosophy about growing up in a family,” says Elizabeth Stephens, the company’s VP of sales and development. “This series has universal themes and a family appeal all tied together with a unique look, which gives it a special, intimate, family-oriented atmosphere all its own.” Foothill is also presenting Rollie & Friends, about an adorable little roller coaster with big ambitions, and The Cut, a soapopera-style online/broadcast show that follows a group of teens trying to carry on with life after the death of their friend.
“With traditional broadcasting giving way to a multiscreen, online experience, there still is no substitute for great storytelling.” —Elizabeth Stephens Rollie & Friends 230 World Screen 4/15