Kartoon Studios announced on March 26, 2025, the appointment of Linda Woolverton as Executive Producer for its tentpole animated production, 'Hundred Acre Wood’s Winnie and Friends.' Woolverton is a renowned screenwriter behind films like Disney’s 'Beauty and the Beast' and 'The Lion King,' with her films collectively grossing over $3.6 billion worldwide.
Joining her is John Rivoli, who has been named Creative Director for the project. Rivoli is recognized for his creative contributions to multi-billion dollar consumer products programs for franchises such as 'Harry Potter,' 'Batman,' 'The Lord of the Rings,' and 'SpongeBob SquarePants.'
These high-profile appointments bring significant creative and commercial expertise to 'Hundred Acre Wood’s Winnie and Friends,' which is envisioned as a large global merchandising franchise. Their involvement is expected to drive the project's cultural and commercial impact, leveraging their proven track records in developing iconic entertainment properties.
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