Character Options renews Teletubbies contract for worldwide manufacturing rights with UK distribution

The deal, which runs until 2020, is for worldwide manufacturing rights with UK distribution and comes following the current toys’ retail success.

Character Options, which is engaged in the design, development and distribution of toys and games, will add further plush and plastic toys to the range. New lines will also be inspired from the show and further “Tiddlytubbies” toys are being developed.

The Teletubbies product range first launched in January 2016.

Jerry Healy, group marketing director for Character Options, said: “We are delighted to have renewed our contract for worldwide manufacturing rights with UK distribution.

“Since its launch in January 2016, Teletubbies sales in the UK have continued to grow and the brand is becoming a staple. We believe it will be in our portfolio for many years to come. The new series captures the imagination of children, and provides us with a wealth of environments and characters to expand our product range and grow sales even further.”

Tom Roe, commercial director at DHX Brands, added: “As we continue to grow the overall licensing programme for Teletubbies, it is imperative that we build on the strong sales of core categories.

“Character Options has done a superb job with the toy line and we are excited about the new product to come that will complement the current broadcast season. We are confident that our continued relationship will see Teletubbies toys go from strength to strength at retail.”