The Pinkfong Company Partners with Mattel to Distribute Legacy Pingu Content to New Audiences in Korea
Mattel (NASDAQ:MAT) has partnered with The Pinkfong Company to distribute classic Pingu content in Korea. The exclusive distribution agreement includes the Pingu Classic Series, Pingu at the Wedding Party special, and Pingu in the City, with episodes set to premiere on September 19, 2025 across pay-TV and digital platforms.
The partnership combines Mattel's iconic IP portfolio with Pinkfong's local distribution expertise. Pingu, a beloved stop-motion animation series that debuted in the 1980s, has achieved popularity in over 150 countries through its universal humor and family themes.
Mattel (NASDAQ:MAT) ha stretto una partnership con The Pinkfong Company per distribuire in Corea i contenuti classici di Pingu. L'accordo di distribuzione esclusivo comprende la Pingu Classic Series, lo speciale Pingu at the Wedding Party e Pingu in the City, con gli episodi in prima mondiale il 19 settembre 2025 su pay-TV e sulle piattaforme digitali.
La partnership unisce il celebre portafoglio IP di Mattel all'esperienza di distribuzione locale di Pinkfong. Pingu, amata serie di stop-motion che debuttò negli anni ’80, ha ottenuto popolarità in oltre 150 paesi grazie al suo umorismo universale e ai temi familiari.
Mattel (NASDAQ:MAT) se ha asociado con The Pinkfong Company para distribuir contenido clásico de Pingu en Corea. El acuerdo de distribución exclusivo incluye Pingu Classic Series, Pingu at the Wedding Party y Pingu in the City, con episodios que se estrenarán el 19 de septiembre de 2025 en plataformas de televisión de pago y digitales.
La asociación combina el icónico portafolio de IP de Mattel con la experiencia de distribución local de Pinkfong. Pingu, una querida serie de stop-motion que se estrenó en los años 80, ha logrado popularidad en más de 150 países gracias a su humor universal y temas familiares.
매텔(MAT)과 The Pinkfong Company가 협력하여 한국에서 클래식한 Pingu 콘텐츠를 배포합니다. 독점 배포 계약에는 Pingu Classic Series, Pingu at the Wedding Party 특별편, Pingu in the City가 포함되며, 에피소드는 2025년 9월 19일에 유료 TV 및 디지털 플랫폼을 통해 초연될 예정입니다.
이 파트너십은 매텔의 아이피 포트폴리오와 Pinkfong의 현지 배포 전문성을 결합합니다. 1980년대에 시작된 사랑받는 스톱모션 애니메이션 시리즈인 Pingu는 보편적 유머와 가족 테마를 통해 전 세계 150개국 이상에서 인기를 얻고 있습니다.
Mattel (NASDAQ:MAT) s'est associé à The Pinkfong Company pour distribuer le contenu classique de Pingu en Corée. L'accord de distribution exclusif comprend Pingu Classic Series, le spécial Pingu at the Wedding Party et Pingu in the City, avec des épisodes qui seront diffusés en première le 19 septembre 2025 sur les chaînes payantes et les plateformes numériques.
Le partenariat réunit le portefeuille IP emblématique de Mattel à l'expertise de distribution locale de Pinkfong. Pingu, une série d'animation en stop-motion très appréciée qui a débuté dans les années 1980, a connu une popularité dans plus de 150 pays grâce à son humour universel et à ses thèmes familiaux.
Mattel (NASDAQ:MAT) hat sich mit der The Pinkfong Company zusammengeschlossen, um klassische Pingu-Inhalte in Korea zu vertreiben. Die exklusive Vertriebsvereinbarung umfasst die Pingu Classic Series, die Spezialfolge Pingu at the Wedding Party und Pingu in the City, deren Episoden am 19. September 2025 auf Pay-TV und digitalen Plattformen premiert werden sollen.
Die Partnerschaft verbindet Mattels ikonisches IP-Portfolio mit Pinkfongs lokaler Vertriebsexpertise. Pingu, eine beliebte Stop-Motion-Animationsserie, die in den 1980er-Jahren startete, hat in über 150 Ländern an Beliebtheit gewonnen, dank universellem Humor und familiären Themen.
شركة ماتل (المُسْهَم MAT) تعاونت مع شركة Pinkfong لتوزيع محتوى Pingu الكلاسيكي في كوريا. يشمل اتفاق التوزيع الحصري سلسلة Pingu Classic Series، وفيلم Pingu at the Wedding Party الخاص، وPingu in the City، مع عرض حلقات لأول مرة في 19 سبتمبر 2025 عبر قنوات التلفزيون المدفوعة والمنصات الرقمية.
يجمع الشراكة بين محفظة IP المميزة لدى ماتل وخبرة Pinkfong في التوزيع المحلي. Pingu، سلسلة الرسوم المتحركة بالتقنية المتوقّفة عن الحركة والتي ظهرت في الثمانينات، حققت شهرة في أكثر من 150 دولة بفضل فكاهتها الشاملة ومواضيعها العائلية.
美泰（NASDAQ:MAT） 已与 The Pinkfong Company 合作，在韩国分发经典的 Pingu 内容。独家分销协议包括 Pingu Classic Series、Pingu at the Wedding Party 特辑和 Pingu in the City，剧集将于 2025年9月19日 在有线付费电视和数字平台首播。
此次合作将美泰的知名 IP 组合与 Pinkfong 的本地分销专长结合起来。Pingu，这部自 1980 年代首映的受欢迎的定格动画，通过其普遍的幽默感与家庭主题，在全球超过 150 个国家 赢得了人气。
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With original family IPs such as Baby Shark and Bebefinn, The Pinkfong Company has built a diverse portfolio that resonates with audiences of all ages. Mattel, renowned for iconic global brands including Barbie and Hot Wheels, continues to expand its storytelling across content and media. Through this partnership, the two companies are creating meaningful synergies — combining Mattel's IP with The Pinkfong Company's growing role as a trusted local partner in distributing internationally renowned properties.
Since its debut in the 1980s, Pingu has won the hearts of audiences in more than 150 countries with its whimsical stop-motion charm and universal humor. Featuring the mischievous young penguin and his signature "Noot Noot!," the series blends family themes with timeless comedy, cementing its status as a beloved pop culture icon across generations.
"Pingu is one of the most iconic stop-motion properties of all time, and we are thrilled to bring this timeless classic back to Korean audiences through our partnership with Mattel," said Gemma Joo, Chief Business Officer at The Pinkfong Company. "This marks an exciting new chapter in sharing Pingu's universal charm and playful spirit, reinforcing our dedication to family entertainment that transcends generations."
"Mattel is excited to partner with The Pinkfong Company to reintroduce Pingu's adventures to a new generation of fans in
This partnership reflects The Pinkfong Company's ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality family entertainment through its original IPs and key collaborations with leading global brands like Mattel. It also underscores the company's mission to bring joyful content that connects audiences across generations and regions.
About The Pinkfong Company
The Pinkfong Company is a global entertainment company that delivers content and entertaining experiences around the world. Driven by award-winning brands and IPs, the company has created and distributed a range of content across genres and formats including original animated series, world live tours, interactive games, and more. Believing in the power of entertaining and engaging content, The Pinkfong Company is committed to connecting people around the world and bringing joy and inspiration to worldwide audiences of all ages. For more information, please visit the website or follow the company on LinkedIn.
About Mattel
Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, Fisher-Price®, American Girl®, Thomas & Friends™, UNO®, Masters of the Universe®, Matchbox®, Monster High®, Polly Pocket®, and Barney®, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world's leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Visit us at mattel.com
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