Cartoon Saloon to Handle Global Licensing for Netflix Film, ‘My Father's Dragon’

First book in trilogy to become an animated feature.

May 5, 2022

Cartoon Saloon

Cartoon Saloon Brand Development, ancillary rights division animation studio of Cartoon Saloon, will spearhead the global licensing and merchandising strategy for the 2D animated family feature, “My Father’s Dragon,” a Netflix Film, set to premiere this year.

“My Father’s Dragon” is inspired by the book of the same name by Ruth Stiles Gannett. It was first published in 1948 and has since been published in more than 20 languages. “My Father’s Dragon” is the first book of a trilogy that also includes “Elmer the Dragon” and “The Dragons of Blueland.”

“’My Father’s Dragon’ is a timeless and classic story with inspirational qualities which has been pleasing kids and adults alike across the globe for over 70 Years, and will for years to come,” says Brian Tyrrell, general manager, Cartoon Saloon Brand Development. “Discussions are already well under way with key potential licensees and we look forward to presenting this evergreen property to a wider audience at the upcoming Licensing Expo.”