Kartoon Studios Announces $300 Million SPAC, Kartoon Studios Acquisition Corporation

The proposed offering would fund KSAC, whose public shareholders would benefit from a trust account holding the offering proceeds.

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Kartoon Studios (TOON) announced that Kartoon Studios Acquisition Corp. has publicly filed for a proposed $300 million initial public offering. The newly formed special purpose acquisition company, or SPAC, proposes selling 30,000,000 units at $10.00 each. Each unit contains one Class A ordinary share and one redeemable warrant to buy one Class A ordinary share.

KSAC intends to seek media and entertainment business combinations and list its units on the New York Stock Exchange as KACQ U. E.F. Hutton is the sole book-running manager. KSAC expects to grant underwriters an option to purchase up to an additional 15% of units for overallotments. Proceeds will enter a trust account for KSAC's public shareholders. The SEC registration statement is not yet effective, and securities cannot be sold before effectiveness. Andy Heyward will lead both companies as chairman and CEO.

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• Minor pointKSAC's registration statement is not yet effective; securities sales cannot begin before effectiveness.

Key Figures

Proposed IPO size: $300 million Base offering terms: 30,000,000 units at $10.00 per unit Overallotment option: Up to 15% of the units +1 more

Proposed IPO size

$300 million

Proposed KSAC initial public offering

Base offering terms

30,000,000 units at $10.00 per unit

Gross proceeds of $300.0 million

Overallotment option

Up to 15% of the units

Option expected to be provided to underwriters

Unit structure

1 Class A ordinary share and 1 redeemable warrant

Each unit

Key Terms

initial public offering, special purpose acquisition company, form s-1, registration statement, +1 more

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initial public offering financial

"The filing is for a proposed $300 million initial public offering."

An initial public offering (IPO) is when a private company first sells its shares to the public and becomes a stock-listed company. It matters because it allows the company to raise money from a wide range of investors, helping it grow, while giving early shareholders a way to sell some of their ownership.

special purpose acquisition company financial

"KSAC is a newly formed special purpose acquisition company"

A special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) is a company formed with the sole purpose of raising money through a public offering to buy or merge with an existing private business. It acts like a vehicle that allows private companies to go public more quickly and with less complexity. For investors, it offers an opportunity to invest early in a potential acquisition, though it also carries risks if the intended deal doesn’t materialize.

form s-1 regulatory

"publicly filed a registration statement on Form S-1"

A Form S-1 is the registration filing a company submits to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission when it plans to offer stock to the public, most commonly for an initial public offering. Think of it as the company’s full disclosure packet or blueprint: it contains audited financials, business description, management background, risk factors and details of the offering, giving investors the information needed to judge the company’s financial health and potential risks before buying shares.

registration statement regulatory

"filed a registration statement on Form S-1"

A registration statement is a formal document that companies file with a government agency to offer new shares of stock to the public. It provides essential information about the company's finances, operations, and risks, helping investors make informed decisions. Think of it as a detailed product description that ensures transparency and trust before buying into a company.

redeemable warrant financial

"Each unit consists of one Class A ordinary share and one redeemable warrant."

A redeemable warrant is a financial tool that gives its holder the right to buy shares of a company at a fixed price within a certain period. If the holder chooses to do so, the company can buy back or cancel the warrant before it expires, often to encourage investment or manage share issuance. For investors, it provides an option to potentially buy shares at a favorable price while offering some flexibility for the issuing company.

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BEVERLY HILLS, CA / ACCESS Newswire / November 5, 2026 / Kartoon Studios, Inc. (NYSE American:TOON) ("Kartoon Studios" or the "Company") today announced that Kartoon Studios Acquisition Corp. ("KSAC") has publicly filed a registration statement on Form S-1 (the "Registration Statement") with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). The filing is for a proposed $300 million initial public offering. KSAC is a newly formed special purpose acquisition company, and its initial public offering will be underwritten by E.F. Hutton & Co.

The Offering: Size: 30,000,000 units at $10.00 per unit, for gross proceeds of $300.0 million. KSAC also expects to provide the underwriters an option to buy up to an additional 15% of the units to cover overallotments, if any.

• Trust account: The offering proceeds will be placed in a trust account for the benefit of KSAC's public shareholders, as described in the Registration Statement.
• Unit structure: Each unit consists of one Class A ordinary share and one redeemable warrant. Each warrant entitles the holder to buy one Class A ordinary share.
• Listing: KSAC intends to list its units on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "KACQ U."
• Book-runner: E.F. Hutton & Co. is acting as sole book-running manager.

KSAC intends to pursue business combination targets in media and entertainment. KSAC will be led by:

• Andy Heyward , Chairman and CEO of Kartoon Studios and KSAC
• Brian Parisi , CFO of Kartoon Studios and KSAC
• Michael Jaffa , Chief Operating Officer of Kartoon Studios and KSAC

There can be no assurance that the public filing of the Registration Statement will result in any transaction or other action by KSAC. Kartoon Studios does not intend to comment on or provide updates about these matters unless and until it determines that further disclosure is appropriate or required based on the then-current facts and circumstances.

A registration statement, including a prospectus, relating to these securities has been filed with the SEC but has not yet become effective. The prospectus is preliminary and subject to completion. These securities may not be sold, nor may offers to buy be accepted, before the registration statement becomes effective. This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any security. There shall be no sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction where such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful before registration or qualification under that jurisdiction's securities laws.

When available, copies of the prospectus related to the proposed initial offering by KSAC may be obtained for free by visiting EDGAR on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov or by sending a written request to EF Hutton, 745 Fifth Avenue, 34th Floor & PH, New York, NY, 10151, Attention: Syndicate Department, or by emailing a request to syndicate@efhutton.com or by calling (212) 970-3700.

About Kartoon Studios

Kartoon Studios (NYSE American:TOON) is a global, vertically integrated children's and family entertainment company. It turns owned and controlled intellectual property into enduring, multi-platform franchises. The Company develops, produces, distributes, licenses and monetizes content across the full value chain, creating multiple revenue streams and long-term brand value.

For more information, visit www.kartoonstudios.com.

Important Cautions Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

Forward-Looking Statements: Certain statements in this press release constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Words such as "may," "might," "will," "should," "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "continue," "predict," "forecast," "project," "plan," "intend" or similar expressions, or statements regarding intent, belief, or current expectations, are forward-looking statements and include statements regarding: the launch and closing of KSAC's proposed $300 million initial public offering; the use of offering proceeds for the benefit of KSAC's public shareholders; each warrant entitling the holder thereof to buy one Class A ordinary share of KSAC; KSAC listing its units on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "KACQ U"; KSAC pursuing business combination targets in media and entertainment that complement the experience and expertise of Kartoon Studios' management team' and the Company developing, producing, distributing, licensing and monetizing content across the full value chain, creating multiple revenue streams and long-term brand value.

While the Company believes these forward-looking statements are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on any such forward-looking statements, which are based on information available to us on the date of this release. These forward-looking statements are based upon current estimates and assumptions and are subject to various risks and uncertainties, including without limitation, those risk factors set forth in the "Risk Factors" section of the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 and in the Company's subsequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). Thus, actual results could be materially different. The Company expressly disclaims any obligation to update or alter statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

MEDIA CONTACT:
pr@kartoonstudios.com

INVESTOR RELATIONS CONTACT:
ir@kartoonstudios.com

SOURCE: Kartoon Studios

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FAQ

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What are the terms of the KSAC IPO announced by Kartoon Studios?

KSAC proposes offering 30,000,000 units at $10.00 per unit, for gross proceeds of $300.0 million. Each unit includes one Class A ordinary share and one redeemable warrant to purchase one Class A ordinary share. KSAC expects to provide underwriters an option to buy up to an additional 15% of units for overallotments.

What businesses will Kartoon Studios Acquisition Corp. target?

KSAC intends to pursue business combination targets in media and entertainment. It is a newly formed special purpose acquisition company led by Andy Heyward as chairman and CEO.

Who else will manage KSAC alongside Kartoon Studios CEO Andy Heyward?

Brian Parisi will serve as CFO of both Kartoon Studios and KSAC, while Michael Jaffa will serve as chief operating officer of both companies.