Alliance Entertainment Secures Exclusive North American Distribution for Master Replicas Collectibles
Alliance Entertainment (Nasdaq: AENT) has secured an exclusive North American distribution partnership with Master Replicas, a leading producer of premium pop culture collectibles. The agreement grants Alliance exclusive rights to distribute Master Replicas' products through their B2B network, featuring licensed collectibles from major science fiction franchises including Blade Runner, Dune, Foundation, Doctor Who, Stargate, Star Trek, and Mass Effect.
The partnership combines Master Replicas' product authenticity with Alliance's extensive omnichannel distribution capabilities. A key highlight includes the distribution of new 4.5" Star Trek action figures and the Star Trek Library Series. This collaboration strengthens Alliance's position in the global collectibles market while expanding their portfolio of exclusive content.
Alliance Entertainment (Nasdaq: AENT) ha ottenuto una partnership esclusiva per la distribuzione in Nord America con Master Replicas, un produttore leader di collezionabili di cultura pop di alta qualità. L'accordo conferisce ad Alliance i diritti esclusivi per distribuire i prodotti di Master Replicas attraverso la loro rete B2B, con collezionabili con licenza provenienti da importanti franchise di fantascienza come Blade Runner, Dune, Foundation, Doctor Who, Stargate, Star Trek e Mass Effect.
La partnership unisce l'autenticità dei prodotti Master Replicas con le ampie capacità di distribuzione omnicanale di Alliance. Tra le novità più rilevanti vi è la distribuzione delle nuove action figure da 4,5" di Star Trek e della Star Trek Library Series. Questa collaborazione rafforza la posizione di Alliance nel mercato globale dei collezionabili, ampliando al contempo il loro portafoglio di contenuti esclusivi.
Alliance Entertainment (Nasdaq: AENT) ha asegurado una asociación exclusiva de distribución en Norteamérica con Master Replicas, un productor líder de coleccionables premium de cultura pop. El acuerdo otorga a Alliance los derechos exclusivos para distribuir los productos de Master Replicas a través de su red B2B, con coleccionables licenciados de grandes franquicias de ciencia ficción como Blade Runner, Dune, Foundation, Doctor Who, Stargate, Star Trek y Mass Effect.
La asociación combina la autenticidad de los productos de Master Replicas con las amplias capacidades de distribución omnicanal de Alliance. Un punto destacado incluye la distribución de las nuevas figuras de acción de 4.5" de Star Trek y la Star Trek Library Series. Esta colaboración fortalece la posición de Alliance en el mercado global de coleccionables, ampliando su portafolio de contenido exclusivo.
Alliance Entertainment (나스닥: AENT)은 프리미엄 팝 컬처 수집품의 선도 제조업체인 Master Replicas와 북미 독점 유통 파트너십을 체결했습니다. 이번 계약을 통해 Alliance는 Master Replicas의 제품을 B2B 네트워크를 통해 독점 유통할 권리를 확보했으며, Blade Runner, Dune, Foundation, Doctor Who, Stargate, Star Trek, Mass Effect 등 주요 SF 프랜차이즈의 라이선스 수집품을 포함합니다.
이번 파트너십은 Master Replicas의 제품 진품성과 Alliance의 광범위한 옴니채널 유통 역량을 결합합니다. 주요 내용으로는 새로운 4.5인치 스타트렉 액션 피규어와 스타트렉 라이브러리 시리즈 유통이 포함됩니다. 이 협력은 Alliance의 글로벌 수집품 시장 내 입지를 강화하고 독점 콘텐츠 포트폴리오를 확장합니다.
Alliance Entertainment (Nasdaq : AENT) a conclu un partenariat exclusif de distribution en Amérique du Nord avec Master Replicas, un producteur de premier plan de produits de collection de culture pop haut de gamme. L'accord accorde à Alliance les droits exclusifs de distribution des produits Master Replicas via leur réseau B2B, comprenant des objets sous licence issus de grandes franchises de science-fiction telles que Blade Runner, Dune, Foundation, Doctor Who, Stargate, Star Trek et Mass Effect.
Ce partenariat allie l'authenticité des produits Master Replicas aux vastes capacités de distribution omnicanale d'Alliance. Parmi les points forts, la distribution des nouvelles figurines Star Trek de 4,5" et de la Star Trek Library Series. Cette collaboration renforce la position d'Alliance sur le marché mondial des objets de collection tout en élargissant leur portefeuille de contenus exclusifs.
Alliance Entertainment (Nasdaq: AENT) hat eine exklusive nordamerikanische Vertriebspartnerschaft mit Master Replicas abgeschlossen, einem führenden Hersteller von hochwertigen Popkultur-Sammlerstücken. Die Vereinbarung gewährt Alliance exklusive Rechte, die Produkte von Master Replicas über ihr B2B-Netzwerk zu vertreiben, darunter lizenzierte Sammlerstücke aus großen Science-Fiction-Franchises wie Blade Runner, Dune, Foundation, Doctor Who, Stargate, Star Trek und Mass Effect.
Die Partnerschaft verbindet die Produktauthentizität von Master Replicas mit den umfangreichen Omnichannel-Vertriebskapazitäten von Alliance. Ein Highlight ist die Distribution der neuen 4,5" Star Trek Actionfiguren und der Star Trek Library Series. Diese Zusammenarbeit stärkt die Position von Alliance auf dem globalen Sammlermarkt und erweitert gleichzeitig ihr Portfolio exklusiver Inhalte.
- Exclusive North American distribution rights for Master Replicas products
- Access to multiple major sci-fi franchise licenses
- Expansion of product portfolio with premium collectibles
- Enhanced market position in global collectibles ecosystem
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Alliance's exclusive Master Replicas deal strengthens collectibles market position, adding valuable sci-fi IP distribution rights to their portfolio.
This exclusive distribution agreement with Master Replicas represents a strategic expansion of Alliance Entertainment's collectibles business. The deal gives Alliance exclusive North American distribution rights to premium collectibles from major sci-fi franchises including Blade Runner, Dune, Star Trek, and several other valuable intellectual properties.
The partnership aligns perfectly with Alliance's vertical integration strategy in the collectibles space. As the collectibles market continues to show resilience even during economic uncertainty, Alliance is positioning itself as a crucial middleman between manufacturers and retailers. This deal strengthens Alliance's B2B value proposition by offering retailers exclusive access to highly sought-after licensed merchandise that drives foot traffic and consumer engagement.
The sci-fi franchises mentioned are particularly valuable in the collectibles ecosystem, as they typically command premium pricing and attract dedicated collectors with higher-than-average spending patterns. Star Trek merchandise alone has historically demonstrated exceptional longevity and consistent consumer demand across multiple generations of fans.
Most importantly, this type of exclusive distribution agreement creates a competitive moat around Alliance's business model. By securing exclusive North American rights, Alliance effectively becomes the mandatory intermediary for any retailer wanting to stock these premium collectibles, strengthening their negotiating position and potentially improving margins. The deal reinforces Alliance's position as a specialized distributor that can deliver unique value to both brands and retailers in an increasingly competitive e-commerce landscape.
Partnership adds iconic sci-fi franchises to Alliance’s portfolio and strengthens leadership in the global fan collectibles market
PLANTATION, Fla., June 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alliance Entertainment Holding Corporation (Nasdaq: AENT) (“Alliance” or the “Company”), a premier global distributor and fulfillment partner of entertainment and pop culture collectibles, today announced a new partnership with Master Replicas, a leading producer of premium pop culture consumer products. Under the agreement, Alliance will act as Master Replicas’ exclusive North American distribution partner, bringing Master Replicas’ new and upcoming releases to the Company’s expansive B2B customer base.
This partnership will expand the availability of officially licensed collectibles from beloved science fiction franchises — including Blade Runner, Dune, Foundation, Doctor Who, Stargate, Star Trek, Mass Effect, and more — through Alliance’s broad retail and e-commerce distribution channels. By combining Master Replicas’ product authenticity with Alliance’s omnichannel reach, the companies are poised to deliver premium collectibles into the hands of fans and collectors across North America, fueling both retail sell-through and franchise engagement.
“We’re honored to bring the Master Replicas lineup to North America,” said Tony Moyers, SVP Collectibles at Alliance Entertainment. “These pieces are more than collectibles – they’re celebrations of iconic franchises. As a longtime Trekkie, I’m particularly excited to share their new range of 4.5” Star Trek action figures along with the Star Trek Library Series.”
Gregory Benassar, CEO of Heathside / Master Replicas, added, “We have been searching for the right partner for the U.S. market for some time, and we believe that Alliance Entertainment fits every requirement of a good partner—offering great products to a strong customer base. We are excited to grow the opportunities together.”
This agreement reflects Alliance’s broader strategy to expand its leadership in the global collectibles ecosystem — leveraging exclusive content, deep retail relationships, and powerful fulfillment infrastructure to connect fans with the franchises they love.
“Partnering with Master Replicas adds another premier name to our growing portfolio of exclusive collectibles,” said Jeff Walker, CEO of Alliance Entertainment. “Their deep bench of licensed IP and commitment to product authenticity align perfectly with our strategy to deliver fan-driven content at scale. This collaboration expands our reach across iconic science-fiction franchises and reinforces our role as the go-to distributor for brands looking to engage collectors and consumers through high-quality, physical storytelling.”
About Master Replicas
Master Replicas is a leading manufacturer, wholesaler and online retailer of Pop Culture Consumer Products, with a focus on the world’s leading science-fiction brands. It specializes in action figures, die-cast vehicles and resin models from franchises including Star Trek, Stargate, Space 1999, Doctor Who, The Expanse, Dune and Blade Runner. It creates products for a passionate fanbase and works closely with the concept artists and visual effects teams who created the movies and TV series to ensure incredible accuracy.
Learn more at masterreplicas.com
About Alliance Entertainment
Alliance Entertainment (NASDAQ: AENT) is a premier distributor and fulfillment partner for the entertainment and pop culture collectibles industry. With more than 325,000 unique in-stock SKUs — including over 57,300 exclusive titles across compact discs, vinyl LPs, DVDs, Blu-rays, and video games — Alliance offers the largest selection of physical media in the market. Our vast catalog also includes licensed merchandise, toys, retro gaming products, and collectibles, serving over 35,000 retail locations and powering e-commerce fulfillment for leading retailers. The company’s growing collectibles portfolio includes Handmade by Robots™, a stylized vinyl figure line featuring licensed characters from leading entertainment franchises. Leveraging decades of operational expertise, exclusive licensing partnerships, and a capital-light, scalable infrastructure, Alliance is a trusted partner to the world’s top entertainment brands and retailers. Our omnichannel platform connects collectors and fans to the products, franchises, and experiences they love — across formats and generations. For more information, visit www.aent.com.
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