Paramount Unveils Massive Cross-Media Plans for TMNT, SpongeBob, and Paw Patrol Through 2029

September 28, 2026
Paramount Unveils Massive Cross-Media Plans for TMNT, SpongeBob, and Paw Patrol Through 2029
  • Paramount is signaling a large-scale cross-media strategy for TMNT, SpongeBob, and Paw Patrol, backed by major partnerships and a robust product/licensing ecosystem with releases and initiatives planned through 2029 and beyond.

  • TMNT is the centerpiece for Paramount in the coming years, expanding into content, gaming, publishing, and consumer products, anchored by a unified World of TMNT brand and a roadmap extending into 2027–2029.

  • Ruth emphasizes balancing pan-European partnerships with local authenticity in diverse EMEA markets to ensure consumer relevance and timely market access while preserving TMNT’s authentic appeal.

  • Brand Licensing Europe will feature Paramount Products & Experiences, inviting attendees to explore opportunities across franchises and partnerships at Stand A121.

  • Paw Patrol is expanding licensing and retail partnerships, including collaborations with Hunter Boots and Puma, plus a Dino Movie pop-up at the Natural History Museum, with ongoing partner opportunities.

  • TMNT partnerships are built on authentic, multi-category collaborations—apparel, footwear, cosmetics, and quick-service restaurants—driven by the franchise’s emotional hooks like humor, brotherhood, music, and action.

  • Past TMNT collaborations (Puma x LaMelo Ball, Lush, McDonald’s, Burger King) illustrate that successful tie-ins feel true to the property rather than merely placing characters on products.

  • Ruth notes her personal connection to TMNT and emphasizes that the franchise is actively creating new content to engage new audiences, including preschoolers, while honoring four decades of fan affection.

  • The strength of TMNT lies in its living, evolving content that continually attracts new fans while honoring the franchise’s legacy.

  • SpongeBob consumer products are performing well with Lego sets, plush, and collectibles, supported by retail partners like Home Bargains and Made by Mitchell, and a strong Roblox presence with Tower Defense games.

  • TMNT targets both nostalgic older fans and younger audiences through initiatives like Teeny Mutant Ninja Turtles, a YouTube-first entry point to broaden appeal.

  • TMNT remains a major Paramount priority with activity across content, gaming, publishing, experiences, and consumer products, including YouTube-first content to reach new generations.

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