Paris and LA based producer and distributor Cyber ​​Group Studios has inked a multi-year, worldwide master toy agreement for Gigantosaurus, a new animated preschool series with global toy and consumer products company JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (Nasdaq: JAKK) Gigantosaurus is set to launch on television platforms worldwide in early 2019.

Tara Hefter, Senior Vice President, Global Licensing, JAKKS Pacific says: “We are thrilled to be named master toy licensee for Gigantosaurus. Gigantosaurus is an adorable series based on a beloved bestselling book and we look forward to bringing these loveable dinosaurs to life in a whole new way.”

Pierre Sissmann, Chairman and CEO of Cyber Group Studios , adds: “It’s a pleasure to see all of the Gigantosaurus characters come to life and to have the opportunity to collaborate on a major toy line with a dynamic company such as JAKKS Pacific.”

Gigantosaurus is based on the bestselling book by world renowned author and illustrator Jonny Duddle. The full CGI-animated action and comedy series brings preschool viewers along on the adventures of four young dinosaur friends as they explore their prehistoric world and the mystery of “Gigantosaurus” — the biggest, fiercest dinosaur of all! Inquisitive Mazu, playful Tiny, timid Bill and courageous Rocky all want to discover the secrets of the elusive Gigantosaurus… and their land. Gigantosaurus is published by Templar.

Under the terms of the worldwide licensing agreement, JAKKS Pacific, Inc. will design, produce and bring to market a full range of toys inspired by the series, including preschool toys, figures, toy vehicles, playsets, outdoor seasonal, indoor furniture, Halloween costumes and accessories. The initial products from JAKKS, as well as other licensed products including new books from Templar, will be at retailers beginning Fall 2019.

Gigantosaurus (52 x 11-minutes) will be launched on Disney Junior worldwide (excluding India and Taiwan) beginning in early 2019 and then will also air amongst major broadcast networks, France Télévision (France) and Super RTL (Germany).

About Jakks Pacific, Inc
JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAKK) is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of toys and consumer products sold throughout the world, with its headquarters in Santa Monica, California. JAKKS Pacific’s popular proprietary brands include BIG-FIGS™, XPV®, Max Tow™ and Friends, Disguise®, Moose Mountain®, Funnoodle®, Maui®, Kids Only! ®; a wide range of entertainment-inspired products featuring premiere licensed properties; and C’est Moi™, a youth skincare and makeup brand. Through JAKKS Cares, the company’s commitment to philanthropy, JAKKS is helping to make a positive impact on the lives of children.

About Cyber Group Studios
Cyber Group Studios is a French independent, multi-award-winning company which develops, produces and distributes its own and third party audiovisual productions and brands. The company focuses on content with strong global appeal targeted particularly to kids and families, namely with 3D CGI and 2D HD-animated productions (TV series and movies). Its mission is to bring the best quality entertainment to audiences produced by top creative talent and to develop breakthrough technologies to enhance its productions. The company’s also aims to collaborate with other top creators and producers to help them bring their creations to market with outstanding content distributed and marketed through Cyber Group Studios’ worldwide operation.