Kartoon Studios Delivers Fifth Consecutive Quarter of Revenue Growth; Q2 Revenue Surges 23% Year-Over-Year, Including Strong Streaming Performance and Operational Efficiency
Kartoon Studios (NYSE:TOON) reported strong Q2 2025 financial results, marking its fifth consecutive quarter of revenue growth. Revenue increased 23% year-over-year to $10.3 million, driven by robust performance across segments. The company's streaming service, Kartoon Channel, achieved significant milestones as the #1 rated kids' streaming app in the Apple App Store, with FAST views surging 221% year-over-year.
Mainframe Studios demonstrated exceptional growth with a 44% year-over-year revenue increase, supported by partnerships with major entertainment companies. The company's operational efficiency improved significantly, with G&A expenses declining 10.1% year-over-year and operating loss narrowing by 31%. Management expects to achieve profitability by year-end 2025, supported by zero long-term debt and strong content pipeline including the upcoming 'Hundred Acre Wood/Winnie & Friends' premiere.
Kartoon Studios (NYSE:TOON) ha registrato solidi risultati finanziari nel secondo trimestre 2025, segnando il quinto trimestre consecutivo di crescita dei ricavi. I ricavi sono aumentati del 23% su base annua, raggiungendo 10,3 milioni di dollari, grazie a performance robuste in tutti i segmenti. Il servizio di streaming della società, Kartoon Channel, ha raggiunto traguardi importanti come l'essere l'app per bambini più apprezzata sull'Apple App Store, con le visualizzazioni FAST in aumento del 221% anno su anno.
Mainframe Studios ha mostrato una crescita eccezionale con un incremento dei ricavi del 44% su base annua, sostenuta da partnership con grandi società di intrattenimento. L'efficienza operativa è migliorata significativamente, con le spese G&A in calo del 10,1% su base annua e la perdita operativa ridotta del 31%. La direzione prevede di raggiungere la redditività entro la fine del 2025, supportata dall'assenza di debito a lungo termine e da un solido pipeline di contenuti, incluso il prossimo debutto di 'Hundred Acre Wood/Winnie & Friends'.
Kartoon Studios (NYSE:TOON) presentó sólidos resultados financieros en el segundo trimestre de 2025, marcando su quinto trimestre consecutivo de crecimiento de ingresos. Los ingresos se incrementaron un 23% interanual hasta $10.3 millones, impulsados por un desempeño sólido en todos los segmentos. El servicio de streaming de la compañía, Kartoon Channel, logró hitos importantes al convertirse en la aplicación infantil mejor valorada en el Apple App Store, con las visualizaciones FAST creciendo un 221% interanual.
Mainframe Studios registró un crecimiento excepcional con un aumento de ingresos del 44% interanual, apoyado por alianzas con grandes compañías del entretenimiento. La eficiencia operativa mejoró notablemente, con gastos G&A reducidos en un 10.1% interanual y la pérdida operativa disminuida en un 31%. La dirección espera alcanzar la rentabilidad a finales de 2025, respaldada por la ausencia de deuda a largo plazo y una sólida cartera de contenidos, que incluye el próximo estreno de 'Hundred Acre Wood/Winnie & Friends'.
Kartoon Studios (NYSE:TOON)는 2025년 2분기 강력한 실적을 발표하며 5분기 연속 매출 성장을 기록했습니다. 매출은 전년 동기 대비 23% 증가한 1,030만 달러로, 모든 부문에서의 견고한 성과가 견인했습니다. 회사의 스트리밍 서비스인 Kartoon Channel은 Apple App Store에서 어린이용 앱 1위를 차지하는 등 주요 이정표를 달성했으며, FAST 조회수는 전년 대비 221% 급증했습니다.
Mainframe Studios는 주요 엔터테인먼트사와의 파트너십을 바탕으로 전년 대비 매출 44% 증가라는 뛰어난 성장을 보였습니다. 운영 효율성도 크게 개선되어 G&A 비용이 전년 대비 10.1% 감소했고 영업손실은 31% 축소되었습니다. 경영진은 장기 부채가 없고 탄탄한 콘텐츠 라인업, 특히 곧 공개될 'Hundred Acre Wood/Winnie & Friends'의 지원으로 2025년 말까지 수익성 달성을 기대하고 있습니다.
Kartoon Studios (NYSE:TOON) a publié de solides résultats financiers pour le deuxième trimestre 2025, enregistrant son cinquième trimestre consécutif de croissance du chiffre d'affaires. Le chiffre d'affaires a augmenté de 23% sur un an pour atteindre 10,3 millions de dollars, porté par de bonnes performances dans l'ensemble des segments. Le service de streaming de la société, Kartoon Channel, a franchi des étapes importantes en devenant l'application pour enfants la mieux notée sur l'Apple App Store, tandis que les vues FAST ont bondi de 221% sur un an.
Mainframe Studios a affiché une croissance exceptionnelle avec une augmentation des revenus de 44% sur un an, soutenue par des partenariats avec de grands groupes du divertissement. L'efficacité opérationnelle s'est nettement améliorée, les frais G&A diminuant de 10,1% sur un an et la perte d'exploitation se réduisant de 31%. La direction prévoit d'atteindre la rentabilité d'ici la fin 2025, grâce à l'absence de dette à long terme et à une solide pipeline de contenus, y compris la prochaine première de 'Hundred Acre Wood/Winnie & Friends'.
Kartoon Studios (NYSE:TOON) meldete starke Finanzergebnisse für das zweite Quartal 2025 und verzeichnete damit das fünfte Quartal in Folge mit Umsatzwachstum. Der Umsatz stieg um 23% im Jahresvergleich auf 10,3 Millionen US-Dollar, angetrieben von einer robusten Performance in allen Geschäftsbereichen. Der Streamingdienst des Unternehmens, Kartoon Channel, erreichte wichtige Meilensteine und wurde als bestbewertete Kinder-App im Apple App Store gelistet, während FAST-Views um 221% im Jahresvergleich zunahmen.
Mainframe Studios zeigte ein außergewöhnliches Wachstum mit einem Umsatzanstieg von 44% im Jahresvergleich, gestützt durch Partnerschaften mit großen Entertainment-Unternehmen. Die operative Effizienz verbesserte sich deutlich: G&A-Ausgaben sanken um 10,1% im Jahresvergleich und der operative Verlust verringerte sich um 31%. Das Management rechnet damit, bis Ende 2025 profitabel zu sein, gestützt auf keine langfristigen Schulden und eine starke Content-Pipeline, einschließlich der bevorstehenden Premiere von 'Hundred Acre Wood/Winnie & Friends'.
- Revenue grew 23% year-over-year to $10.3M, marking fifth consecutive quarter of growth
- Kartoon Channel achieved #1 rated kids' streaming app status in Apple App Store
- FAST views increased 221% year-over-year with 45% quarter-over-quarter growth
- Mainframe Studios revenue surged 44% year-over-year with 90% of 2025 projected revenue secured
- G&A expenses reduced by 10.1% year-over-year showing improved operational efficiency
- Operating loss narrowed by 31% year-over-year
- Company maintains zero long-term debt with $25.5M in current assets
- Company still operating at a loss, though narrowing
- Profitability not expected until year-end 2025
Insights
Kartoon Studios shows strong financial momentum with 23% revenue growth, narrowing losses, and a clear path to profitability by year-end.
Kartoon Studios (TOON) has delivered its fifth consecutive quarter of revenue growth, demonstrating impressive momentum across multiple business segments. Q2 revenue reached
The company's operational efficiency improvements are equally impressive. G&A expenses decreased by
Mainframe Studios stands out as a major growth driver, with revenue surging
The streaming business shows exceptional growth metrics, with FAST views increasing
From a balance sheet perspective, the company reported
Management's confidence is reflected in their share repurchase activity and personal stock purchases, signaling strong internal belief in the company's trajectory. With multiple franchise launches scheduled and expanding production capabilities, Kartoon Studios appears well-positioned to continue its positive financial momentum toward profitability.
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Mainframe Studios Revenue Climbs
First Showing of ‘Hundred Acre Wood/Winnie & Friends’ Set for December 24, 2025
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Aug. 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kartoon Studios (NYSE American: TOON) today reported its fifth consecutive quarter of revenue growth, with Q2 revenue up
Q2 2025 Financial Highlights:
- Total Revenue:
$10.3M , up8.2% sequentially and22.6% YoY, driving robust top-line growth - Production Services Revenue: +
12% sequential, +44.4% YoY, fueled by expanded client demand - Operating Loss: narrowed
31% YoY, reflecting enhanced operational efficiency - G&A Expenses: down
10.1% YoY, showcasing disciplined cost control across the Company
Andy Heyward, Chairman and CEO, stated, “Kartoon Studios’ fifth consecutive quarter of revenue growth underscores the strength and scalability of our business model. Our operational discipline, expanding global footprint, and robust content pipeline are driving margin improvement and accelerating our path to sustained profitability. The impact of our gifted CFO, Brian Parisi, on implementing disciplined financial strategies to harness our assets cannot be overstated. We are executing on our strategy and delivering consistent, profitable improvements. These results underscore our growth trajectory, operational efficiency, and path toward profitability in 2025.”
Kartoon Channel!: #1 Rated Kids’ Streaming App; Viewership Expands
- Kartoon Channel! remains the #1 rated kids’ streaming app in the Apple App Store, ahead of YouTube Kids, Netflix, and Disney+. Users have responded to the array of hit shows and movies, the highly curated safety of the channel, and the user experience.
Kartoon Channel Performance Highlights:
- FAST views grew
45% quarter-over-quarter and221% year-over-year, driving significant audience expansion - Tubi watch hours increased
50% year-over-year, expanding engagement - Kartoon Channel app views climbed
26% quarter-over-quarter, boosting digital footprint and user retention - SVOD subscriptions increased for the seventh consecutive month through July 2025, highlighting strong subscription momentum
- Kartoon Studios earned the Amazon Operational Excellence Award, validating its performance on Prime Video
Together, Frederator and the broader Toon Media Networks strengthen Kartoon Studios’ position as a leading global kids and family entertainment powerhouse, driving diversified revenue streams and maximizing audience engagement across multiple platforms.
- Kartoon Channel’s Hit library now includes Super Mario Bros.™, PAC-MAN and the Ghostly Adventures, Roblox Rumble, and originals like Shaq’s Garage, and Stan Lee’s Superhero Kindergarten, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger.
IP Pipeline: Major Launches Set for 2nd Half 2025
- Hundred Acre Woods’ Winnie and Friends: Executive produced by Linda Woolverton (The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Maleficent, Alice in Wonderland) and visual designer John Rivoli (Harry Potter, Batman, Wicked, SpongeBob). Sneak Peek of Christmas special coming December 24, 2025, commemorating 100-year anniversary of first publication of A.A. Milne’s Winnie-the-Pooh, as Company celebrates original yarn-like look.
- Stan Lee’s The Excelsiors: Overseen by Michael Uslan (Batman), co-written by Aaron Waltke (Star Trek: Prodigy); debuting as a graphic novel in Q4 2025, and in development for TV and audio.
Mainframe Studios: Revenue Surges
- Revenue growth fueled by robust demand from top-tier global partners, including Netflix, Mattel, Disney, PBS, Sony Kids, and Spin Master
- Over
90% of 2025 projected revenue secured under contract, with production agreements extending through 2026 and 2027, ensuring strong forward visibility
Current slate features marquee titles such as SuperKitties (Disney Channel), Unicorn Academy (Netflix), Phoebe & Jay (PBS), Barbie (Mattel/Netflix), and It’s Andrew (ABC Australia, CBC Canada)
Brian Parisi, CFO, commented, “Q2 marks our fifth straight quarter of revenue growth, a record for the Company, underpinned by disciplined cost controls and zero long-term debt. Revenue rose
“We remain focused on opportunities to drive long-term shareholder value, as demonstrated by our recent share repurchase activity. Additionally, members of both management and the Board have purchased shares in the open market, which we believe reflects our strong confidence in the Company’s strategic direction and business outlook.”
Q2 2025 Financial Summary:
- Revenue:
$10.3 million - Current Assets:
$25.5 million - Stockholders’ Equity:
$29.7 million - No Long-Term Debt
Full financial results are available in Kartoon Studios’ Form 10-Q filed with the SEC and on the Company’s website.
Profitability in Sight: Outlook
“With our rapidly expanding production capabilities at Mainframe Studios, a newly strengthened banking partnership with National Bank of Canada, and multiple franchise launches scheduled for 2025 that we believe have high potential, Kartoon Studios is confidently advancing toward profitability by year-end. We are broadening monetization across licensing, streaming, advertising, and digital platforms, all while delivering children’s content with strong global relevance. The foundational work laid years ago is now coming to fruition, and we are truly excited about the momentum building across the Company,” concluded Parisi.
About Kartoon Studios
Kartoon Studios (NYSE AMERICAN: TOON) is a global leader in children’s and family entertainment, delivering premium content and high-value intellectual property to millions of viewers worldwide. The Company’s portfolio features globally recognized brands including Stan Lee’s Superhero Kindergarten, Shaq’s Garage, Rainbow Rangers, and Llama Llama. Kartoon Studios holds a controlling interest in Stan Lee Universe and operates Mainframe Studios—one of North America’s largest animation producers—with more than 22,000 minutes of award-winning programming delivered.
Through its Toon Media Networks division including Kartoon Channel!, Ameba, Kartoon Channel Worldwide and Frederator, Kartoon Studios reaches audiences across linear television, AVOD, SVOD, FAST channels, and top streaming platforms. Kartoon Channel! is consistently rated the #1 kids’ streaming app on the Apple App Store. With a global distribution footprint in over 60 territories, and a robust content pipeline, Kartoon Studios is positioned for sustained growth and long-term shareholder value.
For more information, visit www.kartoonstudios.com
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 Company's path and progress toward profitability in 2025; the showing of "Hundred Acre Wood/Winnie & Friends" content as scheduled for December 24, 2025; the strength and scalability of the Company's business model; the Company's operational discipline, expanding global footprint, and robust content pipeline driving margin improvement and accelerating its path to sustained profitability; the Company's ability to implement disciplines to harness assets; the Company's success in executing on its strategy and delivering consistent, improvements; the Company’s growth trajectory, operational efficiency, and path toward profitability in 2025; Kartoon Channel! remaining the #1 rated kids’ streaming app in the Apple App Store; Frederator and the broader Toon Media Networks strengthening Kartoon Studios’ position as a leading global kids and family entertainment powerhouse, driving diversified revenue streams and maximizing audience; launching Stan Lee’s The Excelsiors: Overseen as a graphic novel in Q4 2025, and in development for TV and audio; having an efficient cost structure to support profitable growth; the Company's focus on opportunities to drive long-term shareholder value; the Company’s strategic direction and business outlook and the views of the Company's management and Board thereon; the growth of the Company's production unit, in general, and Mainframe Studios, in particular; the potential of the Company's forthcoming franchises; the Company's ability to expand monetization across licensing, streaming, advertising, and digital platforms, and to produce children’s entertainment that is globally relevant and the foundational work laid years ago now coming to fruition. 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, the Company’s ability to sustain growth and profitability in 2025; the Company’s ability to expand its brand globally in 2025 and beyond; the ability of the Company to achieve profitability in 2025; the successful release of the Company’s Winnie-the-Pooh films and series; the successful production and release of the Company’s animated Christmas movie set to premiere December 24, 2025; the Company’s ability to obtain additional financing on acceptable terms, if at all; fluctuations in the results of the Company’s operations from period to period; general economic and financial conditions; the Company’s ability to anticipate changes in popular culture, media and movies, fashion and technology; competitive pressure from other distributors of content and within the retail market; the Company’s reliance on and relationships with third-party production and animation studios; the Company’s ability to market and advertise its products; the Company’s reliance on third-parties to promote its products; the Company’s ability to keep pace with technological advances; the Company’s ability to protect its intellectual property and those other 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, 2024 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.
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