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New Atomic Cartoons Original Movie Rocket Saves the Day Heads to PBS KIDS

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

Thunderbird Entertainment Group Inc. (TSXV:TBRD, OTC – THBRF) (“Thunderbird” or the “Company”) today announced that Rocket Saves the Day, a brand-new animated original movie from its Kids & Family label Atomic Cartoons, will debut in the U.S. on PBS KIDS on December 26, 2023.

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  • Thunderbird Entertainment Group Inc. (TSXV:TBRD, OTC – THBRF) (“Thunderbird” or the “Company”) today announced that Rocket Saves the Day, a brand-new animated original movie from its Kids & Family label Atomic Cartoons, will debut in the U.S. on PBS KIDS on December 26, 2023.
  • As our latest Atomic original release, Rocket Saves the Day exemplifies the kind of content we aspire to bring to life— an entertaining romp of an animated adventure, and inspiring kids to read!”
    “PBS KIDS’ characters spark fun and learning, and we’re thrilled to welcome Rocket to the family,” said Adriano Schmid, VP, PBS KIDS Content, PBS.
  • Rocket Saves the Day is the latest owned IP (intellectual property) announced by Thunderbird, and the Company manages and controls global media distribution rights to the movie.
  • Thunderbird Distribution will debut Rocket Saves the Day to prospective international buyers at global sales market mipcomjunior/MIPCOM, taking place in Cannes, France, October 14 to 19, 2023.

The Jim Henson Company, Weta Workshop, and Quidd Partner to Celebrate The Dark Crystal's 40th Anniversary with Digital Collectibles

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

This marks the first appearance of officially licensed digital collectibles from Wētā Workshop, the award-winning concept design firm, on Quidd.

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  • This marks the first appearance of officially licensed digital collectibles from Wētā Workshop, the award-winning concept design firm, on Quidd.
  • The Dark Crystal x Wētā: Masterpieces features stunningly-detailed 3D renditions of fan-favorite characters, carefully crafted by the artists at Wētā Workshop, ensuring each digital collectible is of the highest quality.
  • "We are excited to be partnering with Wētā Workshop and The Jim Henson Company on this exciting, first-of-its-kind collection," said Michael Bramlage, CEO of Quidd.
  • We are really pleased to be teaming up with The Jim Henson Company and Quidd to work on this drop of premium digital collectibles and think The Dark Crystal fans will love these new creations.

JIM HENSON'S FAMILY HUB ON YOUTUBE LAUNCHES FULL EPISODES OF BELOVED PUPPET SERIES "PAJANIMALS" TO HELP PRESCHOOLERS WITH CHANGING SLEEP ROUTINES DURING THE HOLIDAYS

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Friday, December 9, 2022

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Dec. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time for the holidays, Jim Henson's Family Hub on YouTube has launched a 24/7 live stream dedicated exclusively to full episodes of Pajanimals, the beloved preschool puppet series that models for kids (and their parents) how to transition peacefully through their daily schedules, with a special emphasis on bedtime. The kids safe YouTube channel also showcases popular and iconic titles from The Jim Henson Company's beloved catalog including Fraggle Rock, Sid the Science Kid, Word Party, Dinosaur Train, and more.

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  • The kids safe YouTube channel also showcases popular and iconic titles from The Jim Henson Company's beloved catalog includingFraggle Rock,Sid the Science Kid, Word Party,Dinosaur Train,and more.
  • Pajanimals, created with guidance from sleep experts, provides multiple fun and relatable adventures, a perfect resource for parents and caregivers trying to keep their children's sleep habits on track.
  • Parents can also visit Jim Henson's Family Hub online for more ideas from the Pajanimals team.
  • The Company produced Guillermo Del Toro's Pinocchiofor Netflix and is currently in production on the feature film The Portable Door.

The Jim Henson Company Partners With Quidd to Release the Dark Crystal NFTs

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Wednesday, June 8, 2022

Quidd, founded in 2016, is the first marketplace built for buying and selling limited-edition, individually serialized digital collectibles and NFTs.

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  • Quidd, founded in 2016, is the first marketplace built for buying and selling limited-edition, individually serialized digital collectibles and NFTs.
  • With its unique mintables technology and easy-to-use platform, Quidd brings accessible digital and NFT collecting to mass audiences, regardless of their crypto experience.
  • These new collections will bring The Dark Crystal universe and characters to life in digital and blockchain collectibles.
  • "It's incredible to be able to build collections around a movie as impactful and deeply rooted in its lore as The Dark Crystal," said Sam Barberie, VP of Content at Quidd.

JIM HENSON'S FAMILY HUB LAUNCHES KIDS SAFE CHANNEL ON YOUTUBE

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Friday, June 3, 2022

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jim Henson's Family Hub, The Jim Henson Company's online community for celebrating, supporting and connecting all kinds of families, has launched a new YouTube channel featuring full episodes, fun clips, weekly updates, and more. This kids safe channel (/HensonFamilyHub) showcases popular and iconic titles from the Company's beloved catalog including Fraggle Rock, Sid the Science Kid, Word Party, Dinosaur Train, Splash and Bubbles, Pajanimals, The Wubbulous World of Dr. Seuss, and more.

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  • HOLLYWOOD, Calif., June 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jim Henson's Family Hub, The Jim Henson Company's online community for celebrating, supporting and connecting all kinds of families, has launched a new YouTube channel featuring full episodes, fun clips, weekly updates, and more.
  • This kids safe channel (/HensonFamilyHub) showcases popular and iconic titles from the Company's beloved catalog including Fraggle Rock, Sid the Science Kid, Word Party, Dinosaur Train, Splash and Bubbles, Pajanimals, The Wubbulous World of Dr. Seuss, and more.
  • "Jim Henson's Family Hub on YouTube provides the perfect place online for kids of all ages to enjoy the high-quality entertainment that has become synonymous with The Jim Henson Company," said Kerry Novick, Vice President of Global Distribution.
  • The Jim Henson Company has remained a leader in family entertainment for over 60 years and is recognized as an innovator in puppetry, animatronics, and digital animation.

Falcon's Beyond Partners with Moonbug Entertainment to Expand CoComelon and Blippi Brands into Immersive Entertainment

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022

Beyond each portal, guests begin a self-guided journey of exploration, interaction, and learning with beloved characters and enriching environments.

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  • Beyond each portal, guests begin a self-guided journey of exploration, interaction, and learning with beloved characters and enriching environments.
  • Also in development is exclusive co-branded merchandise featuring CoComelon and Blippi, and the Curiosity Playground brand.
  • CoComelon and Blippijoin other previously announced children's brands to be featured at Curiosity Playground, including several iconic shows that air on PBS KIDS.
  • Moonbug Entertainment is an award-winning global entertainment company behind some of the most popular kids' titles in the world.

Falcon's Beyond Unveils Signature Retail, Dining & Entertainment Destination: Falcon's Central

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022

ORLANDO, Fla., May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Falcon's Beyond Global, LLC, a trailblazing, global entertainment company that specializes in intellectual property (IP) creation and expansion, today announced details of the first of its new signature destinations merging retail, dining, and entertainment. Falcon's Central connects guests with world-renowned brands through a multitude of entertainment experiences, amenities, content, and merchandise. These extensive complexes will reside at the epicenters of destination resorts that are owned and operated by Falcon's Beyond.

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  • Falcon's Central connects guests with world-renowned brands through a multitude of entertainment experiences, amenities, content, and merchandise.
  • Upon entering the venue, guestsencounter four portals offering immersive experiences and attractions based on Falcon's Curiosity Spectrum science, technology, arts, and nature.
  • Beyond each portal, guests begin a self-guided journey of exploration, interaction, and learning with beloved characters and enriching environments.
  • Following its Punta Cana debut, Falcon's Central will then roll out to future locations where Falcon's will operate destination resorts.

Pinna, in association with The Jim Henson Company, Launches Dinosaur Train: Ride Along Adventures, a Podcast Adaptation of the Beloved PBS KIDS Show

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Monday, November 15, 2021

Using the intimacy of podcasting, listeners will feel as though they're riding the Dinosaur Train along with their favorite characters.

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  • Using the intimacy of podcasting, listeners will feel as though they're riding the Dinosaur Train along with their favorite characters.
  • "We're thrilled to partner with The Jim Henson Company and Creator, Craig Bartlett, to develop all new stories for the Dinosaur Train: Ride Along Adventures podcast," saidMaggie McGuire, CEO of Pinna.
  • This podcast fosters imagination and scientific thinking in preschoolers andis the perfect companion to the beloved television show from The Jim Henson Company and PBS KIDS."
  • The Ride Along Adventures podcast allows kids to enjoy more stories from the Dinosaur Train world in a whole new way.