Moonbug Entertainment has teamed with Disney Branded Television to create a new CG original series based on the hit short-form, My Magic Pet Morphle.
The 52 x seven episode comedy adventure series – called Morphle – will debut in 2024 exclusively on Disney+ and Disney Junior globally (excluding China).
Disney will also launch episodes of My Magic Pet Morphle on its platforms. The strategic partnership is the first creation and distribution agreement of its kind between the two companies.
“The agreement with Disney Branded Television is a significant milestone for the Morphle brand and recognises Moonbug Entertainment’s continued growth within the kids’ market,” commented Andy Yeatman, md of Americas and Originals at Moonbug Entertainment. “We are excited to expand our original content initiatives and bring the fun and fantastical Morphle universe to more families around the world.”
Jane Gould, evp content research, insights and scheduling, Disney General Entertainment, continued: “This inaugural partnership with Moonbug Entertainment for this new iteration of Morphle is a welcome venture for us. The characters and stories from this beloved franchise have delighted and entertained kids and families for more than a decade and the sensational combination of magic and adventure is the perfect fit for our Disney Junior and Disney+ audiences.”
Morphle follows Mila and her stepbrother, Jordie, as they leap into a world of adventure with the help of Morphle, Mila’s magical and loyal pet who has the power to change into whatever she needs.
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