The
deal gives Taffy Entertainment the cable, satellite and other
television distribution rights in Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia,
Laos and Brunei.
Based
on the best-selling books by Todd Parr, ToddWorld is
co-produced by DQE in India, Mike Young Productions and Discovery
Kids in the US, and Telegael of Ireland. The TV series was created
by Todd Parr, in collaboration with writer Gerry Renert, president
of SupperTime Entertainment.
Commenting
on the announcement, DQE chairman and CEO Tapaas Chakravarti
said, The success of the series has been a credit to all
parties involved and we look forward to announcing further distribution
deals on the second season as well, which will allow this production
to reach global audience.
The
first season of the series was broadcast across 20 countries including Canada,
Australia, UK, India, France, Germany and Korea. The series was nominated four
years (2004, 2005, 2006, and 2007) for Daytime Emmy Award, and won the Parents
Choice Award in 2005, 2006 and 2007.
ToddWorld
is one of those programs that appeals to children of all ages, all cultures and
backgrounds. Were confident the series will be a huge hit in these territories,
said Taffy Entertainment president distribution Lionel Marty.