WildBrain London explained

WildBrain Family International Limited
Trade Name:	WildBrain London
Former Name:	WildBrain (2016–2019) WildBrain Spark (2019–2024)
Type:	Subsidiary
Predecessor:	Wildbrain Entertainment
Location City:	London
Location Country:	England
Area Served:	Worldwide
Industry:	Digital media
Parent:	WildBrain
Divisions:	WildBrain Digital Studios

WildBrain Family International Limited, operating as WildBrain London (formerly WildBrain and WildBrain Spark), is a British multi-channel network owned by Canadian media company WildBrain (formerly DHX Media). It distributes and produces preschool and children's video content for YouTube and other digital platforms. The division officially launched in 2016; it reuses trademarks associated with Wildbrain Entertainment, an animation studio that had been acquired by DHX.^[1] It maintains offices in London.

The division is responsible for distributing pre-existing material and creating original animated and live-action shorts based on properties owned by its parent company and partners. WildBrain Spark also manages the YouTube presence for a number of external brands and businesses, including Beyblade Burst, Larva, Moomins, Mr. Bean Animated, Outfit7, Playmobil, The Smurfs, NBCUniversal, and Warner Bros. Discovery, among others.^{[2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7]}

In September 2019, DHX Media changed its name to WildBrain, citing strong brand recognition stemming from the MCN. Concurrently, the MCN was renamed WildBrain Spark.^[8]

In November 2023, WildBrain Spark merged into its parent company under its YouTube network business in London, along with Digital Studios and Media Solutions, and it was completed in January 2024 with Kate Smith appointed as Executive Vice-president for Audience Engagement.^[9]

Productions

• Akedo: Ultimate Arcade Warriors (2021–present) (produced with Moose Toys)^[10]
• Animal Mechanicals (2019)^[11]
• BFF Bright Fairy Friends (2020–2022)^[12]
• Boy & Dragon (2019–present)^[13]
• Brum (2016)
• Brum & Friends (2017–present)
• Caillou: New Adventures (2017–present)^[14]
• Crayola Scribble Scrubbie Pets (2020–present)^[15]
• DJ Lance and the Upbeat Retreat! (2017–2018)^[16]
• Eena Meena Deeka (2020–present) (season 3) (produced with Cosmos-Maya)^[17]
• The Ellie Sparkles Show (2017)^[18]
• Emojitown (2021–present) (produced with Emoji Company)^[19]
• Hairdorables (2018–2020)^[20]
• Hydro and Fluid (2018–present) (season 2) (produced with Alopra)^[21]
• Johnny Test: The Lost Web Series (2020)^[22]
• Kiddyzuzaa Land (2018–2019)^[23]
• Kiwi & Strit (TBA) (season 3) (produced with Copenhagen Bombay)^[24]
• Peanuts (2018–present)^[25]
• Polly Pocket (2018–present)^[26]
• Popeye's Island Adventures (2018–2019)^[27]
• Slugisodes (2020) (produced with Epic Story Media)^[28]
• Strawberry Shortcake (2018)
• Strawberry Shortcake: Berry in the Big City (2021–present) (produced by WildBrain Studios)
• Super Binks (2020–2021) (produced with Park Star Media)^[29]
• Through the Fairy Door (2019)^[30]
• Tiddlytubbies (2018–present)^[31]
• Teletubbies: Let's Go! (2022–present)^[32]
• Tulipop (2017–2019)^[33]

Programs streaming on YouTube

• Action Man (1995–1996)
• The Adrenaline Project (2007–2009) (Thru Marblemedia's MarbleKids channel)
• The Adventures of Paddington Bear (1997–2000)
• Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog (1993–1996)
• The Adventures of Super Mario Bros. 3 (1990)
• Alva's World (2021–present)
• (2001–2002)
• Animal Mechanicals (2008–2011)
• Archie's Weird Mysteries (1999–2000)
• Are You Afraid of the Dark? (1992–2000)
• AstroLOLogy (2018–present)
• Ben & Holly's Little Kingdom (2008–2013)
• Being Ian (2004–2008), (Thru Nelvana's Keep it Weird (Film) and Treehouse Direct (final season) channels)
• Beyblade Burst (2015–present)
• Billy Bricks (2016–present)
• Bing (2014–2019)
• Bo on the Go! (2007–2011)
• Bob the Builder (1999) (1999–2011)
• Bob the Builder (2015) (2015–2018)
• Boohbah (2003–2006)
• Braceface (2001–2004), (Thru Nelvana's Keep it Weird channel for 13 episodes)
• Brave Bunnies (2021–present)
• Brum (1991–2001)
• Busytown Mysteries (2007–2010)
• The Busy World of Richard Scarry (1994–1997)
• Caillou (1997–2010)
• (1989–1991)
• Cave Club (2020–2021)
• Chip and Potato (2018–present)
• Chuggington (2008–present)
• Class of the Titans (2005–2008), (Thru Nelvana's Retro Rerun channel)
• Curious George (2006–2022)
• The Deep (2015–present)
• Degrassi High (1989–1991)
• Degrassi Junior High (1987–1989)
• (2001–2015)
• Dennis the Menace (1986–1988)
• Dino Ranch (2021–present)
• DinoSquad (2007–2008)
• Dipdap (2011)
• The Doodlebops (2005–2007)
• Double Dragon (1993–1994)
• The Fabulous Show with Fay and Fluffy (2020–present)
• Fimbles (2002–2004)
• Fireman Sam (1987–present)
• The Fixies (2010–present)
• Franny's Feet (2003–2010)
• Gadget Boy & Heather (1995–1998)
• Hero Dad (2019–present)
• Heroes of Goo Jit Zu (2019)
• The Hoobs (2001–2003) (Thru Jim Henson's Family Hub channel)
• Horrid Henry (2006–2019)
• Horseland (2006–2008)
• (2009–2011), (Thru Nelvana's Cartoon Power Up channel)
• In the Night Garden... (2007–2009)
• Inspector Gadget (1983–2018)
• Instant Star (2004–2008)
• Johnny Test (2005–2014)
• Jungle Beat (2003–present)
• Kid vs. Kat (2008–2011)
• Kongsuni and Friends (2014–present)
• Kung Fu Dino Posse (2010–2011)
• The L.A. Complex (2011–2013)
• Larva (2011–2019)
• The Legend of Zelda (1989)
• Liberty's Kids (2002–2003)
• The Little Lulu Show (1995–1999)
• Little People (2016–2018)
• M.A.S.K. (1985–1986)
• Madeline (1993–2001)
• Mona the Vampire (1999–2006)
• Monster Math Squad (2012)
• (2002–present)
• Mummies Alive! (1997)
• Open Heart (2015)
• Peppa Pig (2004–present)
• Pingu (1990–2006)
• Pip and Posy (2021–present)
• Pole Position (1984)
• Rainbow Ruby (2016–2020)
• Rev & Roll (2019)
• Ricky Zoom (2019–present)
• Roary the Racing Car (2007–2010)
• The Roly Mo Show (2005–2006)
• (1999)
• Simon's Cat (2008–present)
• Slugterra (2012–2016)
• The Smurfs (1981) (1981–1989)
• The Smurfs (2021) (2021–present)
• Sonic Underground (1999)
• Space Ranger Roger (2017)
• Spookiz (2014–present)
• Strawberry Shortcake (2003–present)
• Street Sharks (1994–1997)
• Sunny Bunnies (2015–present)
• The Super Mario Bros. Super Show! (1989)
• Supernoobs (2015–2019)
• Super Why! (2007–2016)
• Super 10 (2022–present)
• Talking Tom & Friends (2012–present)
• Teletubbies (1997–present)
• Tobot (2010–2016)
• Topsy and Tim (2013–2015)
• Twirlywoos (2015–2017)
• Turbozaurs (2019-present)
• Waffle the Wonder Dog (2018–2020)
• Where on Earth Is Carmen Sandiego? (1994–1999)
• Woody Woodpecker (1957–present)
• Yo Gabba Gabba! (2007–2015)

Notes and References

1. Web site: DHX Media unveils online kids net WildBrain. Jeremy. Dickson. April 26, 2016. October 1, 2019. Kidscreen. Brunico Communications.
2. Web site: WildBrain and 'Beyblade Burst' Let It Rip on YouTube. Thomas. McLean. June 14, 2018. October 2, 2019. Animation World Network.
3. Web site: WildBrain teams up with Cyber Group Studios. Alexandra. Whyte. February 12, 2018. October 2, 2019. Kidscreen. Brunico Communications.
4. Web site: WildBrain to shape Larva's YouTube presence. Elizabeth. Foster. April 11, 2017. October 2, 2019. Kidscreen. Brunico Communications.
5. Web site: WildBrain to oversee Moomins on YouTube. Nico. Franks. August 12, 2019. October 2, 2019. C21 Media.
6. Web site: WildBrain adds Smurfs, Playmobil to portfolio. Ryan. Tuchow. January 31, 2019. October 2, 2019. Kidscreen. Brunico Communications.
7. Web site: Turner Kids YouTube channels get leg up from WildBrain. Jeremy. Dickson. January 5, 2017. October 2, 2019. Kidscreen. Brunico Communications.
8. Web site: 2019-09-23 . DHX rebrands as WildBrain . 2019-12-02 . Kidscreen.
9. Web site: 2023-11-08. WildBrain restructures its exec ranks to serve streamlined business . 2024-05-26. Kidscreen.
10. MOOSE TOYS DELIVERS A TRIPLE THREAT WITH NEW 'AKEDO' FRANCHISE COMBINING ACTION FIGURES, BATTLING AND COLLECTABILITY. June 24, 2021. June 24, 2021. WildBrain. Los Angeles.
11. WildBrain_spark. 1134442108117553152 . May 31, 2019 . The brand new and reimagined 'Animal Mechanicals' is back in 3D! The new series is launching this Saturday. This robot slapstick comedy is perfect for kids between the ages of 3 and 6. Watch tomorrow on our channel!. October 1, 2019.
12. Web site: WildBrain Spark teams with Funrise Toys to develop online content for its collectable doll brand BFF Bright Fairy Friends. Robert. Hutchins. September 4, 2020. September 9, 2020. Licensing.biz.
13. Web site: WildBrain launches original hand-drawn series 'Boy & Dragon'. August 28, 2019. October 3, 2019. Skwigly. Ben. Mitchell.
14. Web site: Caillou's New Adventures. October 1, 2019. Amazon.com.
15. CRAYOLA LAUNCHES NEW SEASON OF DIGITAL-FIRST CONTENT IN PARTNERSHIP WITH WILDBRAIN SPARK. September 22, 2021. September 30, 2021. Crayola. WildBrain. Easton.
16. WildBrain_spark. 953310049916588032. January 16, 2018 . Check out the first episode of our new show DJ Lance and the Upbeat Retreat! The beat is infectious in this one ... Show it to your kids, they'll love it.. October 1, 2019.
17. Web site: WildBrain Spark and Cosmos-Maya in Partnership for Eena Meena Deeka. October 6, 2020. June 23, 2021. Rebecca. Ash. Total Licensing.
18. Web site: The Ellie Sparkles Show. July 31, 2022. July 31, 2022. WildBrain Spark. YouTube.
19. Web site: Clip: emoji brand, WildBrain Launch New IP 'emojitown'. May 5, 2021. June 23, 2021. Mercedes. Milligan. Animation Magazine.
20. Web site: WILDBRAIN TO PRODUCE ORIGINAL HAIRDORABLES CONTENT FOR JUST PLAY. Madeleine. Buckley. September 27, 2018. October 2, 2019. Toybook.
21. Web site: WildBrain Launching Its First Co-Pro 'Hydro and Fluid' on YouTube. Mercedes. Milligan. June 5, 2018. October 1, 2019. Animation Magazine.
22. Web site: The League of Johnnys -Johnny Test: The Lost Web Series. May 2, 2020. May 2, 2020. WildBrain Spark. YouTube.
23. Web site: WildBrain Celebrates the Launch of Kiddyzuzaa Land. March 15, 2018. October 1, 2019. WildBrain Spark. WildBrain.
24. Web site: WildBrain Spark Teams with Copenhagen Bombay for 'Kiwi & Strit' S3. Mercedes. Milligan. February 5, 2021. June 23, 2021. Animation Magazine.
25. WildBrain_spark. 1028940473119985665. August 13, 2018. We're incredibly proud to have worked on a brand new 2D animation for classic cartoon, Peanuts, featuring Charlie Brown and Lucy. Check out the first episode on YouTube. October 1, 2019.
26. Web site: Polly Pocket Animated Episodes. WildBrain Spark. YouTube. October 1, 2019.
27. Web site: Popeye Is Back...But You'll Wish He Weren't. Amid. Amidi. Cartoon Brew. December 3, 2018. October 1, 2019.
28. Web site: Epic Story, DHX build out Slugterra universe. September 20, 2019. October 1, 2019. Kidscreen. Brunico Communications. Jordan. Pinto.
29. Web site: WildBrain Spark teams with Park Star Media to develop Super Binks digital series based on the popular Korean toy line. Robert. Hutchins. September 9, 2020. September 9, 2020. Licensing.biz.
30. Web site: Game changer: Irish Fairy Door cartoon launched. Gordon. Deegan. Irish Independent. Mediahuis. July 27, 2019. October 1, 2019.
31. Web site: How WildBrain made it 'YouTube Time' for Teletubbies. Kate. Smith. Preschool News. June 6, 2019. October 1, 2019.
32. Web site: WildBrain says Teletubbies, Let's Go! In CG-animated preschool spin-off .
33. Web site: WildBrain Creating 'Tulipop' Webtoon & Channel. Mercedes. Milligan. May 2, 2017. October 1, 2019. Animation Magazine.