2005 Merchandise & Miscellaneous News Archives
June 16, 2005: WB to Fly High with Superman at Licensing 2005 International
Franchise Set to Reach New Heights in 2005 Leading Up to Feature Film Release of Superman Returns in June 2006Company Kicks off Industry's Premier Trade Show with New Films and Television Series, Powerhouse Brands and Football Frontiers
Warner Bros. Consumer Products kicks off Licensing 2005 International with a multi-pronged, worldwide licensing program surrounding DC Comics' celebrated Superman brand and the S-Shield icon -- universally recognized as a symbol of strength and style.
"Superman is unique as a franchise brand in the world of entertainment licensing. He stands as the World's Greatest Super Hero and, with the S-Shield, as one of the world's most acclaimed and influential pop culture icons," said Brad Globe, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Warner Bros. Worldwide Consumer Products. "The strength of these attributes will allow our partners to capture the essence of this property as a character and a brand."
With a super hero that transcends all demographics, a solid S-Shield business and a new feature film from Warner Bros. Pictures, Superman Returns, slated for release on June 30, 2006, Warner Bros. Consumer Products positions the franchise for a worldwide resurgence in 2005 and beyond. Superman will reach new heights as one cohesive licensing program inspired by both Superman as a character and the S-Shield as a stand-alone symbol. Warner Bros. Consumer Products and its licensees will create merchandise that reinforces what is cool about Superman and what makes him different from other super heroes.
Superman is famed in many different forms including illustrated comic books, cartoons, movies, home video, television (animated and live-action), video games and more. Mattel, the global master toy partner for the property, will introduce a new line of products inspired by the highly anticipated live-action feature film, as well as the core brand. The S-Shield, which continues to be a fashion symbol and hot trend with high-end apparel being placed in upscale retailers nationwide, has become a personal statement of strength and confidence. The release of the film will broaden the reach of the property even further and drive product category expansion for Superman as a brand.
"From high-flying super heroes, Superman and Batman, to the world's greatest entertainment franchises and characters including Harry Potter, Scooby-Doo and the Looney Tunes, we continue to create licensing programs inspired by a roster of properties made up of world-class brands. Film, television and character brands allow us to offer licensees and promotional partners virtually limitless opportunities," concluded Globe.
At Licensing 2005 International, Warner Bros. Consumer Products will present an extensive feature film and television roster that will soar including big screen favorites Batman Begins, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The Dukes of Hazzard, Tim Burton's Corpse Bride, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Superman Returns, Happy Feet and The Ant Bully, as well as new and continuing small-screen hits such as, Firehouse Tales, Krypto The Superdog, Xiaolin Showdown, Harry and his Bucket Full of Dinosaurs, Teen Titans, The Batman, Johnny Test, Coconut Fred's Fruit Salad Island, Loonatics Unleashed, Justice League Unlimited, The O.C., Sex and the City and more.
2005 Merchandise & Miscellaneous News
Listed below are all the Merchandise & Miscellaneous News items archived for 2005.- January 6, 2005: Superman Roars into Monster Jam Monster Truck Series
- January 7, 2005: ABC Radio Queensland to Interview Steve Younis
- January 17, 2005: ABC Radio Queensland Interview with Steve Younis - Audio
- February 1, 2005: Superman Homepage T-Shirt Competition
- February 2, 2005: EA Games Advertises Positions Vacant for Superman Game
- February 3, 2005: Superman Homepage at Cult TV Superhero Expo
- February 9, 2005: Death to the Centurion Now Available in Paperback
- February 15, 2005: Superheroes and Philosophy
- February 17, 2005: Superman and DC Comics Bank Checks Available
- February 19, 2005: Deseret News Reports on Jerry Newingham's Superman Serials
- February 21, 2005: New Superman Figure Displayed at Toy Fair
- March 3, 2005: Golden Age of Radio Online Downloads
- March 6, 2005: BBC Radio 4 Asks Is Superman Jewish?
- March 6, 2005: Warhol Superman Painting in Multi-Million Dollar Collection
- March 13, 2005: Justice League Showbag at Sydney's Royal Easter Show
- March 15, 2005: George Lowther Superman Novel Listed in Rare Books
- March 21, 2005: New Superman Homepage Themes
- March 31, 2005: Superman vs the Klu Klux Klan
- April 18, 2005: Justice League Toys at Red Rooster in Australia
- April 21, 2005: Celebrity Details for Metropolis Illinois Superman Celebration
- April 29, 2005: Superman Radio's Atom Man Dies
- May 1, 2005: Superman to Appear in Ohio Wax Museum
- May 6, 2005: Superman Homepage RSS News Feed
- May 10, 2005: Metropolis Illinois Superman Celebration Details Online
- May 10, 2005: Superman Homepage Online Collector Cards
- May 21, 2005: Roger Stern Talks New Superman Novel
- May 31, 2005: Review - New Fossil Superman: Street Watch
- May 31, 2005: Steve Younis on ABC Australia Radio
- June 5, 2005: Superman Hits the Stage in Warsaw, Indiana
- June 11, 2005: New Superman Rollercoaster Under Construction in Australia
- June 12, 2005: Stars Shine at Annual Superman Celebration
- June 15, 2005: Superman's S Shield has Brand Strength
- June 15, 2005: New Life Size Superman Statue Available in Europe
- June 15, 2005: Metropolis Illinois 2005 Superman Celebration Reports
- June 16, 2005: WB to Fly High with Superman at Licensing 2005 International
- June 16, 2005: More Metropolis 2005 Superman Celebration Reports and Photos
- June 20, 2005: Tonight Show Reports on Metropolis Illinois Superman Festival
- June 21, 2005: Chicago Tribune Asks Is Superman Better Than Batman?
- June 21, 2005: Another Fan Report on the Metropolis Illinois Superman Celebration
- June 27, 2005: Man of Steel Marathon on Radio
- July 7, 2005: New Justice League Game for PS2 and Xbox
- July 22, 2005: Baby Kal-El Gets New Heart
- July 31, 2005: Tomorrow's Memoir Prequel Comic Online
- August 8, 2005: Philosophy Bathroom Product Benefits CRPF
- August 8, 2005: Superman Merchandise at Wizard World Chicago
- August 18, 2005: Fossil Release New Superman Multifunction Watch
- August 21, 2005: Superman Documentary Online
- August 22, 2005: Fossil Superman Multifunction Watch
- August 22, 2005: Police Seize 120,000 Fake Action Figures
- August 24, 2005: Superman Spotted in Serbia
- September 3, 2005: Superman Related Actors React to Hurricane Katrina
- September 7, 2005: Superman Tags Start A New Fad
- September 19, 2005: Justice League Toys with U.K. McDonalds Happy Meals
- September 27, 2005: Superman Symphony Flying High
- October 3, 2005: Nicolas Cage's Super Baby
- October 5, 2005: Superman Documentary Online - Now Free!
- October 13, 2005: Live Superman II Production
- October 23, 2005: It's Superman! Novel Reviewed
- October 26, 2005: Siegel's Silent Son Speaks Out
- October 28, 2005: Superman Game in Warner Bros. Online Arcade
- November 2, 2005: Win a Trip to Experience Superman Escape at Warner Bros Movie World
- November 9, 2005: Superman Cartoons on Chinese Cell Phones
- November 10, 2005: Study Sociology Through Superheroes in Illinois
- November 13, 2005: Pillsbury Dough Boy Dances to Superman Broadway Song
- November 15, 2005: More On Siegel's Silent Son
- November 21, 2005: Superman and Lois Lane Barbie Dolls
- November 23, 2005: Superman Documentary Maker Interviewed
- November 27, 2005: Monogram International Producing Superman Returns Merchandise
- November 28, 2005: Superman Brand Bible Proving a Success
- December 2, 2005: Lex Luthor Makes Forbes Fictional 15
- December 2, 2005: The 2005 SHIELD Award Winners!
- December 3, 2005: Superman Fan Convention in Hawaii
- December 3, 2005: Hallmark Superman Returns Products Coming Soon
- December 3, 2005: SHIELD Award Winners Say Thanks!
- December 5, 2005: Superman Returns Lunch Boxes Coming in May
- December 8, 2005: Forbes Follows Up with Luthor vs Wayne Article
- December 9, 2005: Australian Superman Escape Rollercoaster Website
- December 12, 2005: Superman and Songs Through Time
- December 12, 2005: Superheroes Banned From Pre-School
- December 12, 2005: Cosmos Magazine on the Science of Superheroes
- December 12, 2005: Which Superhero Are You?
- December 21, 2005: Australian Superman Escape Rollercoaster Ride Cam
- December 21, 2005: Metropolis Superman Makes U.S. Army Tour
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