Johan Buse

Zodiak Kids has reached an agreement with STUDIOCANAL to take on the distribution rights for aquatic action and adventure series Sammy & Co and launches the brand new series two at MIPTV. Following the success of feature films A Turtle’s Tale: Sammy’s Adventures, and Sammy’s Great Escape, both produced by STUDIOCANAL’s partner nWave animation studio, this 3D CGI animation for pre-schoolers explores an underwater world filled with action and humor. Zodiak Kids has acquired both Series 1 (52 x 11’), and newly commissioned Series 2 also 52 x 11’ for M6. Julia Rowlands, VP of Sales, Acquisitions & Co-Productions said: “We are delighted to add Sammy & Co to our catalogue of pre-school programming - we think this series has strong international appeal. The show teaches children universal values through an array of humorous characters and action packed adventures in the underwater world.” Katrina Neylon, EVP Sales and Marketing STUDIOCANAL, said:"We are thrilled to partner with Zodiak Kids on one of our most iconic family brands. Since we first released Sammy, STUDIOCANAL’s first animated 3D feature film, the franchise has grown considerably and we could not have wished for a better partner to look after our favourite Turtle and his friends."