this is awesome news, all the way around! I'm hoping they do comic book versions as well!
but, the real hidden gem in the press release (IMHO) is the fact that they got the license, and who they got it with ... and I would guess that with a successful delivery of this IP, the connections made are the real announcement here...
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About Universal Content Productions
Universal Content Productions (UCP), a division of Universal Studio Group, is a premium content studio that operates with a curated indie sensibility while leveraging the power and scale of NBCUniversal. Advocates for creators with an eclectic point of view, the UCP team develops pioneering and award-winning scripted and documentary programming. The studio is responsible for critically acclaimed series including
“Battlestar Galactica,” “Mr. Robot,” “The Act,” “Monk,” “Homecoming,” “The Sinner,” “Suits,” “Dirty John,” “The Umbrella Academy” and “Psych.” UCP also creates premium docuseries such as “Business of Drugs” and the upcoming “A Wilderness of Error.” The studio’s podcast platform, UCP Audio, produces original podcasts such as “The Lost Kids,” while its comic book extension, UCP Graphic, develops and publishes original creator-owned comic books including the upcoming “Proctor Valley Road.”
About Striker Entertainment
Striker Entertainment is a full-service global licensing agency dedicated to maximizing licensing opportunities and building brand equity for its clients. Striker represents some of the biggest global entertainment franchises including
AMC’s The Walking Dead, Five Nights at Freddy’s, The Umbrella Academy, Ozark,
Good Omens,
Creepshow, Trivia Crack and more. Headed by industry veteran Russell Binder, Striker’s client roster includes AMC, Universal Content Productions, Media Rights Capital,
The BBC, and more. For more information, visit
http://www.strikerentertainment.com.
