Forbidden Planet Launches ‘Dog Man’ CollaborationForbidden Planet Launches ‘Dog Man’ Collaboration

The pop culture retailer’s new collection includes licensed apparel, giftware and homewares based on the characters from the graphic novel.

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February 4, 2025

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Forbidden Planet has launched a wide range of licensed apparel, giftware and homewares based on the world of “Dog Man” by Dav Pilkey. The deal was brokered by The Joester Loria Group, the exclusive global licensing agent for “Dog Man” and Cat Kid Comic Club, a spin-off of “Dog Man” launched in 2020, on behalf of Writers House and Dav Pilkey. 

Launched in the wake of the new movie “Dog Man” inspired by the graphic novel, the collection features multiple t-shirts and accessories – including beanies, scarves, enamel pins and keychains, badges, mugs coasters, tote bags, ceramic hanging ornaments, sticker sheets, postcards, posters and cushions. 

"What an honor to welcome Dav Pilkey's smash-hit ‘Dog Man’ universe to Forbidden Planet." says Anthony Garnon, FP's Head of Pop Culture. "Forbidden Planet is the home of global pop culture and the perfect fit for the world's number one selling graphic novel series - we're absolutely delighted to be offering merchandise that you just can't get anywhere else." 

“We are delighted to bring these two brands together,” says Jackie DeMaio, senior licensing director, The Joester Loria Group. "The partnership of Forbidden Planet and Dog Man comes together in such a fun and stylish collection that is sure to excite Dog Man fans. 

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With his trademark humor and heart, bestselling author and award-winning illustrator Dav Pilkey has made reading fun for kids through the “Dog Man” graphic novel series, which Scholastic launched in August 2016. The latest title in the series, “Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder,” was published in March 2024. The series has sold over 60 million copies in print and has been translated into 47 languages. The new range includes designs featuring fan-favorite characters from the series, like Dog Man, Lil Petey, Petey, 80HD, and more. 

The full “Dog Man” range is available online and in Forbidden Planet stores throughout the U.K. 

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