The Licensing Awards has unveiled the finalists for the six 2013 best licensed property categories.
April 6, 2018
The Licensing Awards has unveiled the finalists for the six 2013 best licensed property categories, which were selected by a panel of retailers and licensees.
“The contenders in the licensed property categories stand as testament to the dynamism which is inherent in this ever-evolving industry,” says Ian Hyder, joint managing director, Max Publishing, sponsor of the annual event. “There is an impressive array of finalists from right across the spectrum, newer entertainment properties which have really ‘hit the spot’ in the last year to real stalwart brands that have successfully wielded the power of their heritage while maintaining their relevance in today’s challenging market place.”
Finalists in the product and marketing communication and retailer categories were previously announced and can be viewed here.
The winners in all categories will be announced on Sept. 10 at an event at London’s Grosvenor House Hotel.
The best licensed property finalists are:
Best Preschool Licensed Property
Doc McStuffins
Fireman Sam
The Gruffalo
Mike The Knight
Peppa Pig
Thomas & Friends
Tree Fu Tom
Best Schoolers/Tween or Teen Licensed Property
Angry Birds
Hello Kitty
Marvel’s Avengers
Minnie Mouse
Moshi Monsters
Skylanders
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Best Sports Licensed Property
Arsenal Football Club
Chelsea FC
England Rugby
FC Barcelona
Liverpool Football Club
Manchester United Football Club
Tottenham Hotspur Football Club
Best Celebrity Licensed Brand
The Beatles
Emma Bridgewater
Jamie Oliver
Kirstie Allsopp
Little Mix
One Direction
Best Brand Licensed Property (entertainment, heritage, FCMG, transport, etc.)
Britvic Brands
JCB
Kellogg’s Vintage
National Trust
Stanley Black & Decker
V&A
Wall’s Ice Cream
Best Classic Licensed Property
A category for properties that are more than 10-years-old, the winner will enter the Classic Hall of Fame joining brands like Mickey Mouse (2012 winner) and Star Wars (2011).
Barbie
Batman
The Beano
Doctor Who
Me to You
Paddington Bear
Sesame Street
The Simpsons
SpongeBob Squarepants
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