Coolabi reveals tie-up with BBC Studios as part of Clangers’ 50th anniversary celebrations.
Coolabi has confirmed an exclusive new partnership between Clangers and BBC Studios’ Doctor Who as part of the former’s 50th anniversary celebrations.
The two British space-themed adventures come together to launch the new DoppelClangers merchandise range – a series of iconic and quirky mash-ups of Clangers with different icons from pop culture, from musicians through to scientists and celebrities.
The first line in the DoppelClanger product range will be inspired by the Fourth Doctor, as played by Tom Baker. The designs, featuring Major Clanger dressed up in the Doctor’s long coat and colourful scarf, will be available on a range of items from mugs and t-shirts to tote bags.
The DoppelClangers Doctor Who series is also set to continue, initially with the first seven Doctors.
“We are absolutely thrilled to be partnering with BBC Studios to produce this unique and wonderful selection of products that will appeal to all ages,” said Michael Dee, director of content at Coolabi Group. “Clangers and Doctor Who are such iconic and timeless brands with shared values of friendship, adventure and imagination and we can’t wait to see what fans old and new think of this ‘out of this world’ product range.”
Jason Easy, head of licensing at BBC Studios, added: “This is an ideal collaboration of much-loved British characters embodied in a range of exciting new products.
“For anyone that ever loved the time travelling Doctor or those loveable Clangers, this merchandise will make the perfect gift.”
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