Rolling into stores now, the all-new 2020 Wawa Holiday Trucks are here! A limited supply will be available on the Wawa Online Store here. Also available at the closest Wawa to you. Check the store locator for more information here.
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They say you’re not famous until your head is on the top of a PEZ dispenser.
So here we are.
Whataburger fans can now purchase their very own Whataburger PEZ, a pocket-sized reminder that Whataburger is always there for you – and with you.
Link: Whatastore - Whataburger PEZ
Known for being an orange light in the middle of a late-night journey, or a beacon of hope for guests craving breakfast, the Whataburger pole sign is one of the brand’s most recognized symbols.
The pole sign PEZ dispensers, complete with orange-flavored candy, are available online at the Whatastore in packs of two for $10.99, plus tax and includes free shipping.
Wondering how PEZ makes their unique candies and dispensers? Check out our behind-the-scene video for an insider’s view!
Source: https://stories.whataburger.com/whataburger-pez-get-yours-today/
ABOUT WHATABURGER:
Whataburger has focused on its fresh, made-to-order burgers and friendly customer service since 1950 when Harmon Dobson opened the first Whataburger as a small roadside burger stand in Corpus Christi, Texas. Dobson gave his restaurant a name he hoped to hear customers say every time they took a bite of his made-to-order burgers: “What a burger!” Within the first week, people lined up around the block for his 25 cent, 100 percent beef burgers served on five-inch buns. Today, the company is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, with more than 820 locations in 10 states with sales of more than $2 billion annually. Visit www.whataburger.com for more information.
The Grinch PEZ gift tin is shaped in the iconic silhouette of The Grinch himself. Each gift tin includes four new PEZ dispensers: The Grinch, Cindy Lou, Fred and Max. A fittingly sour Green Apple PEZ six pack is included with each gift set. This all new holiday offering will be available ahead of the North American debut of Illumination’s Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch on November 9, 2018.
About Illumination Presents DR. SEUSS’ THE GRINCH
For their eighth fully animated feature, Illumination and Universal Pictures present The Grinch, based on Dr. Seuss’ beloved holiday classic. The Grinch tells the story of a cynical grump who goes on a mission to steal Christmas, only to have his heart changed by a young girl’s generous holiday spirit. Funny, heartwarming and visually stunning, it’s a universal story about the spirit of Christmas and the indomitable power of optimism.
Academy Award® nominee Benedict Cumberbatch lends his voice to the infamous Grinch, who lives a solitary life inside a cave on Mt. Crumpet with only his loyal dog, Max, for company. With a cave rigged with inventions and contraptions for his day-to-day needs, the Grinch only sees his neighbors in Who-ville when he runs out of food.
Each year at Christmas they disrupt his tranquil solitude with their increasingly bigger, brighter and louder celebrations. When the Whos declare they are going to make Christmas three times bigger this year, the Grinch realizes there is only one way for him to gain some peace and quiet: he must steal Christmas. To do so, he decides he will pose as Santa Claus on Christmas Eve, even going so far as to trap a lackadaisical misfit reindeer to pull his sleigh.
Meanwhile, down in Who-ville, Cindy-Lou Who—a young girl overflowing with holiday cheer—plots with her gang of friends to trap Santa Claus as he makes his Christmas Eve rounds so that she can thank him for help for her overworked single mother. As Christmas approaches, however, her good-natured scheme threatens to collide with the Grinch’s more nefarious one. Will Cindy-Lou achieve her goal of finally meeting Santa Claus? Will the Grinch succeed in silencing the Whos’ holiday cheer once and for all?
Find out, Christmas season 2018. www.grinchmovie.com
About PEZ Candy, Inc.:
Based in Orange, CT, PEZ has been inspiring and innovating since 1927. PEZ Candy, Inc. is the pioneer of interactive candy that is both enjoyable to eat and fun to play with. PEZ was first marketed as a compressed peppermint candy in 1927 in Vienna, Austria. Today, the company sells and markets its products worldwide with locations in Orange, Connecticut and Traun, Austria. Between them, the two locations distribute approximately 70 million dispensers and 5 billion candies per year. PEZ products are available in more than 80 countries worldwide and are a hot collectible for adults and children alike. PEZ dispensers have been a staple of American pop culture for over 60 years. To learn more, visit us.pez.com.
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“We’ve received overwhelming interest from collectors and retailers alike so we’re really excited to bring these favorite Stranger Things characters to fans in a unique way,” said Amy Kopchak, director of Marketing for PEZ Candy, Inc.
The Stranger Things PEZ Gift Sets will be available in early September 2018 at select U.S. retailers and online at us.pez.com.
About Netflix:
Netflix is the world's leading internet entertainment service with 130 million memberships in over 190 countries enjoying TV series, documentaries and feature films across a wide variety of genres and languages. Members can watch as much as they want, anytime, anywhere, on any internet-connected screen. Members can play, pause and resume watching, all without commercials or commitments.
About PEZ Candy, Inc.:
Based in Orange, CT, PEZ has been inspiring and innovating since 1927. PEZ Candy, Inc. is the pioneer of “interactive candy” that is both enjoyable to eat and fun to play with. PEZ was first marketed as a compressed peppermint candy in 1927 in Vienna, Austria. Today, the company sells and markets its products worldwide with locations in Orange, Connecticut and Traun, Austria. Between them, the two locations distribute approximately 70 million dispensers and 5 billion candies per year. PEZ products are available in more than 80 countries worldwide and are a hot collectible for adults and children alike. PEZ dispensers have been a staple of American pop culture for over 60 years. To learn more, visit us.pez.com.
The foundation grants wishes to children with life-threatening medical conditions to inspire them and give them strength as they cope with their challenges. "We're excited to have partnered with Make-A-Wish for this exciting charity auction and look forward to seeing the proceeds put to work in supporting the important mission of Make-A-Wish." said Christian Jegen, President & CEO of PEZ Candy, Inc.
About PEZ Candy, Inc.:
Based in Orange, CT, PEZ has been inspiring and innovating since 1927. PEZ Candy, Inc. is the pioneer of "interactive candy" that is both enjoyable to eat and fun to play with. PEZ was first marketed as a compressed peppermint candy in 1927 in Vienna, Austria. Today, the company sells and markets its products worldwide with locations in Orange, Connecticut and Traun, Austria. Between them, the two locations distribute approximately 70 million dispensers and 5 billion candies per year. PEZ products are available in more than 80 countries worldwide and are a hot collectible for adults and children alike. PEZ dispensers have been a staple of American pop culture for over 60 years. To learn more, visit us.pez.com
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May 2, 2018 - ORANGE, CT- PEZ Candy, Inc. today announced the auction of an exclusive Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Dispenser Set in support of Make-A-Wish® UK. PEZ fans and collectors can bid on eBay for Charity for this unique souvenir of the royal wedding from May 7-13, 2018. Only one set was created for this global auction.
All of the proceeds from the auction will be going to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The foundation grants wishes to children with life-threatening medical conditions to inspire them and give them strength as they cope with their challenges. “Both PEZ and the Make-A-Wish Foundation have been bringing smiles to families for generations and PEZ is pleased to be able to contribute to Make-A-Wish and ensure more children’s dreams come true.”, said Christian Jegen, President & CEO of PEZ Candy, Inc.
In 2011, PEZ auctioned an exclusive set of royal dispensers on eBay for charity to celebrate the royal wedding of Prince William and Catherine Middleton. The great success of that auction prompted PEZ to launch a similar campaign for the Prince’s brother. PEZ looks forward to raising funds for charity with this exciting auction that is sure to entice both royal fans and PEZ fans alike!
About PEZ Candy, Inc.:
Based in Orange, CT, PEZ has been inspiring and innovating since 1927. PEZ Candy, Inc. is the pioneer of “interactive candy” that is both enjoyable to eat and fun to play with. PEZ was first marketed as a compressed peppermint candy in 1927 in Vienna, Austria.
Today, the company sells and markets its products worldwide with locations in Orange, Connecticut and Traun, Austria. Between them, the two locations distribute approximately 70 million dispensers and 5 billion candies per year. PEZ products are available in more than 80 countries worldwide and are a hot collectible for adults and children alike. PEZ dispensers have been a staple of American pop culture for over 60 years. To learn more, visit us.pez.com.
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On June 1, 2018 and in anticipation of the upcoming theatrical release of Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, PEZ will release a Jurassic World Click & Play Gift Tin. The set will include four dispensers: Blue, T.rex, Triceratops, and Mosasaurus. Each dispenser top can be removed from its base to play along in an interactive and fun board game within each gift tin. The set also includes six Sour Blue Raspberry PEZ Candy refills. Both offerings will be available at select retailers and online at us.pez.com.
About PEZ Candy, Inc.:
Based in Orange, CT, PEZ has been inspiring and innovating since 1927. PEZ Candy, Inc. is the pioneer of “interactive candy” that is both enjoyable to eat and fun to play with. PEZ was first marketed as a compressed peppermint candy in 1927 in Vienna, Austria. Today, the company sells and markets its products worldwide with locations in Orange, Connecticut and Traun, Austria. Between them, the two locations distribute approximately 70 million dispensers and 5 billion candies per year. PEZ products are available in more than 80 countries worldwide and are a hot collectible for adults and children alike. PEZ dispensers have been a staple of American pop culture for over 60 years. To learn more, visit us.pez.com.
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“We’re really excited about this collaboration,” said Amy Kopchak, Director of Marketing for PEZ Candy, Inc. “Shopkins PEZ have been a top request from fans and we’re delighted to bring these great characters into the PEZ lineup!”
About Moose Toys:
Moose Toys exists to make children happy. The team has innovation in their DNA and are famous for the design, development and manufacture of award winning toys that continue to disrupt the market! Moose Toys dominates in categories including collectables, craft, dolls, games and youth electronics and is consistently recognized as the most creative company in the industry.
The family run business disrupted the toy industry with the global phenomenon Shopkins and through these pintsized characters, reinvigorated the way children play. The success of the company extends to the development of content, entertainment and global licensing deals. Moose calls Australia home, has over 350 staff and distributes to over 100 countries.
About PEZ Candy, Inc.:
Based in Orange, CT, PEZ has been inspiring and innovating since 1927. PEZ Candy, Inc. is the pioneer of “interactive candy” that is both enjoyable to eat and fun to play with. PEZ was first marketed as a compressed peppermint candy in 1927 in Vienna, Austria.
Today, the company sells and markets its products worldwide with locations in Orange, Connecticut and Traun, Austria. Between them, the two locations distribute approximately 70 million dispensers and 5 billion candies per year. PEZ products are available in more than 80 countries worldwide and are a hot collectible for adults and children alike. PEZ dispensers have been a staple of American pop culture for over 60 years. To learn more, visit us.pez.com.
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About Crayola:
Crayola LLC, based in Easton, PA and a subsidiary of Hallmark Cards, Incorporated, is the worldwide leader in children's creative expression products. Known for the iconic Crayola crayon first introduced in 1903, the Crayola brand has grown into a portfolio of innovative art tools, crafting activities and creativity toys that offer children innovative ways to use color to create everything imaginable. Consumers can find the wide array of Crayola products in the "Crayola Aisle" at all major retailers. For more information visit http://www.crayola.com or join the community at http://www.facebook.com/crayola.
About PEZ Candy, Inc.:
Based in Orange, CT, PEZ has been inspiring and innovating since 1927. PEZ Candy, Inc. is the pioneer of “interactive candy” that is both enjoyable to eat and fun to play with. PEZ was first marketed as a compressed peppermint candy in 1927 in Vienna, Austria. Today, the company sells and markets its products worldwide with locations in Orange, Connecticut and Traun, Austria. Between them, the two locations distribute approximately 70 million dispensers and 5 billion candies per year. PEZ products are available in more than 80 countries worldwide and are a hot collectible for adults and children alike. PEZ dispensers have been a staple of American pop culture for over 60 years. To learn more, visit us.pez.com.
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The initial collection of frozen treats includes PEZ Emoji Face Pops, Fun-Up Pops, and Super Pops, available in a variety of fruity, tropical and rainbow flavors directly derived from the original PEZ candy tablets. Dolly Madison Ice Cream successfully introduced the PEZ program to a wide spectrum of ice cream distributors from all markets at the recent International Association of Ice Cream Distributors and Vendors Show.
“We are excited to be partnering with a great company like Dolly Madison Ice Cream to expand the PEZ brand into the frozen novelty product segment,” said PEZ CEO Christian Jegen.” We are confident that consumers will love the collection of frozen treats that will come out of this cooperation.”
"Bringing two ICONIC & HISTORIC brands together like Pez Candy & Dolly Madison Ice Cream is a perfect match" said Sal Pesce Senior Vice President of Dolly Madison. The Pez/Dolly items are drawing a tremendous amount of excitement and demand within the frozen novelty category and we are very excited with our relationship with the Pez Candy Company."
“This is a terrific new program,” said LMA President Lisa Marks. “Dolly Madison Ice Cream is a great partner who develops quality products with the freshest ingredients and has a strong sales and distribution arm which will make this a wonderful long-term success. This new PEZ line marries the playfulness, creativity and fun that is at the core of PEZ’s brand reputation with the well known flavor profiles of PEZ candy.”
A broad launch is planned for the program, with initial product scheduled to ship in March of 2018 to a range of retailers.
About PEZ CANDY, Inc.
Based in Orange, CT, PEZ has been inspiring and innovating since 1927. PEZ Candy, Inc. is the pioneer of "interactive candy" that is both enjoyable to eat and fun to play with. PEZ dispensers are a hot collectable for adults and children alike and have been a staple of American pop culture for over 60 years. To learn more, please visit http://www.pez.com.
About Dolly Madison Ice Cream
Dolly Madison Ice Cream Inc., founded in the greater New York City area, is one of the US’s largest suppliers of ice cream and novelty products including Dolly Madison, Bungalow and several licensed brands.
About LMA, Inc.
LMA is a creative, full-service Licensing and Marketing Agency, focusing on strategic brand building and long-term revenue generation. LMA is unique in bringing clients innovative licensing expertise from the world’s leading entertainment companies to develop powerful, cohesive, turnkey licensing programs. Based in New York, LMA consists of a coalition of experts and industry leaders in the fields of Licensing and Merchandising, Creative Development and Design, Product Development, Retail Business Development and Multimedia Brand Extensions. For more information, please visit www.LMA-Inc.com.
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Orange, CT December 20, 2017 –PEZ Candy, Inc. today announced a licensing partnership with Funko Inc. (Nasdaq:FNKO), a leading pop culture consumer products company, to create a new line of PEZ candy dispensers featuring Funko’s Pop! Vinyl style. The line will be sold exclusively in the US and Canada by Funko, who will license the PEZ name for the new launch. Funko joins a carefully selected group of best in class partners to join PEZ in expanding the iconic and beloved PEZ brand to new product categories. PEZ and Funko were brought together by PEZ’s Licensing Agency, Lisa Marks Associates (LMA).
Pop! PEZ will allow fans to take collecting to the next level by bringing together two of the most well-known names in collectibles. The new dispensers will reflect Funko’s whimsical art style and PEZ’s flair for fun and candy in one package. Funko will design and manufacture their classic Pop! heads and integrate them with the classic PEZ candy dispenser which is recognizable all over the world to fans of all ages. The new Pop! PEZ dispensers will be sold in a collector window box suitable for display.
“We are excited to be joining forces with Funko to put a new spin on our beloved PEZ dispensers for this partnership,” said PEZ CEO Christian Jegen.“The line of PEZ dispensers with Funko Pop! shaped heads will be an exciting addition to the collections of both of our companies which will combine our long history as the original collectible with Funko’s distinct designs. The licensing properties chosen for the partnership will vary from our regular PEZ assortments which should create a lot of excitement. We believe this partnership will be an exciting addition to our sublicensing portfolio.”
“We are thrilled to announce this significant partnership which infuses the timeless collectible confection, PEZ, with our most popular collectible figures, Pop! Vinyl,” said Funko CEO Brian Mariotti. “This collaboration will bring two of the world’s most collected items together, in a unique and stylized package that fans of both companies are going to love. As a PEZ collector myself, I couldn’t be more excited to join Funko with PEZ.”
“This is a truly historic collaboration,” said Lisa Marks, President, LMA, Inc.“PEZ and Funko creates a whole new platform that will capture the imagination of collectors and fans of pop culture everywhere!”
Funko, LLC and PEZ Candy, Inc. estimate that the new Pop! PEZ dispensers will arrive in mass retail during the first half of 2018. More news regarding which characters will arrive in Funko’s Pop! PEZ collection will be revealed in the coming months.
About PEZ Candy Inc.:
Based in Orange, CT, PEZ has been inspiring and innovating since 1927. PEZ Candy, Inc. is the pioneer of “interactive candy” that is both enjoyable to eat and fun to play with. PEZ was first marketed as a compressed peppermint candy in 1927 in Vienna, Austria. Today, the company sells and markets its products worldwide with locations in Orange, Connecticut and Traun, Austria. Between them, the two locations distribute approximately 70 million dispensers and 5 billion candies per year. PEZ products are available in more than 80 countries worldwide and are a hot collectible for adults and children alike. PEZ dispensers have been a staple of American pop culture for over 60 years. To learn more, visit www.pez.com.
About Funko, Inc.
Headquartered in Everett, Washington, Funko is a leading pop culture consumer products company. Funko designs, sources and distributes licensed pop culture products across multiple categories, including vinyl figures, action toys, plush, apparel, housewares and accessories for consumers who seek tangible ways to connect with their favorite pop culture brands and characters. Learn more at https://funko.com/, and follow us on Twitter (@OriginalFunko) and Instagram (@OriginalFunko).
About LMA, Inc.
LMA is a creative, full-service Licensing and Marketing Agency, focusing on strategic brand building and long-term revenue generation. LMA is unique in bringing clients innovative licensing expertise from the world’s leading entertainment companies to develop powerful, cohesive, turnkey licensing programs. Based in New York, LMA consists of a coalition of experts and industry leaders in the fields of Licensing and Merchandising, Creative Development and Design, Product Development, Retail Business Development and Multimedia Brand Extensions. For more information, please visit www.LMA-Inc.com.
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ORANGE, CT - PEZ Candy, Inc. in partnership with Nintendo today announced the latest addition to the PEZ Candy line of products with the introduction of Nintendo PEZ Dispensers. PEZ is shipping the new line of products to retailers across the United States.
PEZ currently offers Nintendo dispensers in an everyday assortment to include Mario, Donkey Kong, Princess Peach, and Yoshi. In addition, a collectible gift set is being released in the iconic Question Mark shape from the Super Mario franchise. Each gift set also features iconic imagery from the side scrolling world of Super Mario complete with fun trivia facts. All four dispensers are pad printed each indicating their name in the Mario font.
“We’re excited to bring to life the imaginative and iconic world of Super Mario just in time for the holiday gift giving season,” said Amy Kopchak, Director of Marketing for PEZ Candy, Inc.
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About PEZ Candy, Inc.: Based in Orange, CT, PEZ has been inspiring and innovating since 1927, PEZ Candy, Inc. is the pioneer of "interactive candy" that is both enjoyable to eat and fun to play with. PEZ dispensers are a hot collectable for adults and children alike and have been a staple of American pop culture for over 60 years. To learn more, visit pez.com.
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Nickelodeon recently announced the renewal of PAW Patrol for a fifth season. In the upcoming season of PAW Patrol (26 half-hour episodes, produced by Spin Master Entertainment), the heroic pack of pups–Chase, Marshall, Rubble, Skye, Rocky, Zuma, Everest and Tracker–will take to the high seas for Sea Patrol adventures where they’ll meet a scallywag of a pirate and his dachshund pup pal. PAW Patrol currently ranks as the number-one preschool show on all TV and features a curriculum that focuses on citizenship, social skills and problem solving.
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About Nickelodeon
Nickelodeon, now in its 38th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, digital, recreation, books and feature films. Nickelodeon’s U.S. television network is seen in more than 90 million households and has been the number-one-rated kids’ basic cable network for 22 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB).
About PEZ Candy, Inc.:
Based in Orange, CT, PEZ has been inspiring and innovating since 1927, PEZ Candy, Inc. is the pioneer of "interactive candy" that is both enjoyable to eat and fun to play with. PEZ dispensers are a hot collectable for adults and children alike and have been a staple of American pop culture for over 60 years. To learn more, visit http://www.pez.com.
]]>Orange, CT - PEZ Candy, Inc., announces the launch of new additions to its Illumination’s Despicable Me line with an all-new PEZ three pack Gift Set featuring Gru, Jerry and Stuart with Jerry and Stuart appearing on exclusive Mini PEZ Dispensers to coincide with Despicable Me 3’s theatrical release on June 30, 2017. The three pack Gift Set also features new exclusive Banana flavor PEZ candies.
PEZ is also introducing a new Giant PEZ dispenser featuring Bob with the new exclusive Banana flavor PEZ candies. The Giant Bob PEZ dispenser comes with a voice option that exclaims “Banana! Hahaha!” when candy is dispensed.
The Despicable Me standard assortment will be updated to include the new Gru and Jerry dispensers alongside Dave, Stuart and Agnes.
Illumination, who brought audiences Despicable Me and the biggest animated hits of 2013 and 2015, Despicable Me 2 and Minions, continues the adventures of Gru, Lucy, their adorable daughters—Margo, Edith and Agnes—and the Minions in Despicable Me 3. Directed by Pierre Coffin and Kyle Balda, co-directed by Eric Guillon and written by Cinco Paul & Ken Daurio, the animated film is produced by Illumination’s Chris Meledandri and Janet Healy, and executive produced by Chris Renaud.
Joining Steve Carell and Kristen Wiig in Despicable Me 3 is Emmy, Tony and Grammy Award winner Trey Parker, co-creator of Comedy Central’s global phenomenon South Park and the Broadway smash The Book of Mormon. Parker voices the role of villain Balthazar Bratt, a former child star who’s grown up to become obsessed with the character he played in the ‘80s, and proves to be Gru’s most formidable nemesis to date. The film will be released in theaters on June 30, 2017. www.despicable.me
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About Universal Brand Development
Universal Brand Development globally drives expansion of the company’s intellectual properties, franchises, characters and stories through innovative physical and digital products, content, and consumer experiences. Along with franchise brand management, Universal Brand Development’s core businesses include Consumer Products, Games and Digital Platforms, and Live Entertainment based on the company’s extensive portfolio of intellectual properties created by Universal Pictures, Illumination Entertainment, DreamWorks Animation, and NBCUniversal cable and television. Universal Brand Development is a business segment of Universal Filmed Entertainment Group, and part of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ: CMCSA).
About PEZ Candy, Inc.:
Based in Orange, CT, PEZ has been inspiring and innovating since 1927, PEZ Candy, Inc. is the pioneer of "interactive candy" that is both enjoyable to eat and fun to play with. PEZ dispensers are a hot collectable for adults and children alike and have been a staple of American pop culture for over 60 years. To learn more, visit http://www.pez.com.
]]>ORANGE, CT – PEZ Candy, Inc., under a licensing relationship with Hasbro, today announced the June 1st release of an all-new PEZ Connectibles line featuring My Little Pony and Transformers: Robots in Disguise. This new line of product allows fans to take the iconic PEZ dispenser to the next level with fun connectible pieces. Designed to ignite creativity, fans can turn their dispensers into an interactive toy or display proudly as part of their collection.
The My Little Pony line will feature Rainbow Dash and Twilight Sparkle each with connectible wings, tail and a bonus sticker sheet complete with cutie marks. The Transformers: Robots in Disguise line will feature Bumblebee and Optimus Prime each with five iconic Transformers connectible pieces. Both offerings will include three rolls of PEZ candy and will begin shipping to retailers June 1, 2017.
The My Little Pony brand has been enchanting fans of all ages worldwide for more than 30 years with its socially relevant messages of acceptance and friendship. What started in 1983 as a toy line of colorful ponies with unique symbols, called "cutie marks," has since exploded into international, multi-media, pop culture phenomena that grossed over $1 billion in retail sales in 2014. The entertainment continues to engage and inspire kids and families in over 180 countries across the globe. MY LITTLE PONY: THE MOVIE is an upcoming animated musical fantasy film premiering October 6, 2017 featuring new adventures for the characters fans know and love. The current running TV series MY LITTLE PONY: FRIENDSHIP IS MAGIC is in its seventh season and has quickly grown to be #1 show among kids 2-11 on the Discovery Family Channel!
In Transformers: Robots in Disguise, a Cybertronian prison ship has crashed on Earth, unleashing its Decepticon inmates on Crown City. Bumblebee must learn to fill the shoes of Optimus Prime as team leader in order to recapture the destructive bots before they terrorize the city. His new recruits, the stern Strongarm, rebellious Sideswipe, and bombastic Grimlock, need to function as a well-oiled machine if they are to succeed. Transformers: Robots in Disguise airs on Cartoon Network. Transformers: The Last Knight is slated to premiere in theaters June 23, 2017.
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About Hasbro
Hasbro (NASDAQ: HAS) is a global play and entertainment company committed to Creating the World's Best Play Experiences. From toys and games to television, movies, digital gaming and consumer products, Hasbro offers a variety of ways for audiences to experience its iconic brands, including NERF, MY LITTLE PONY, TRANSFORMERS, PLAY-DOH, MONOPOLY, LITTLEST PET SHOP and MAGIC: THE GATHERING, as well as premier partner brands. The Company's Hasbro Studios and its film label, Allspark Pictures, are building its brands globally through great storytelling and content on all screens. Through its commitment to corporate social responsibility and philanthropy, Hasbro is helping to make the world a better place for children and their families. Learn more at www.hasbro.com, and follow us on Twitter (@Hasbro & @HasbroNews) and Instagram (@Hasbro).
About PEZ Candy, Inc.:
Based in Orange, CT, PEZ has been inspiring and innovating since 1927, PEZ Candy, Inc. is the pioneer of "interactive candy" that is both enjoyable to eat and fun to play with. PEZ dispensers are a hot collectable for adults and children alike and have been a staple of American pop culture for over 60 years. To learn more, visit http://www.pez.com.
ORANGE, CT - PEZ Candy, Inc. today announced the latest addition to its product line with the addition of Rocket and Groot from Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy. The all-new Guardians of the Galaxy Twin Pack features the iconic Groot and Rocket with Rocket appearing on a twin-pack exclusive mini PEZ dispenser. The Marvel PEZ assortment has been updated to include Rocket and Groot in addition to Marvel favorites Spider-Man, Iron Man and Captain America.
Set to the all-new sonic backdrop of Awesome Mixtape Vol. 2, Marvel Studios’ Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 continues the team’s adventures as they traverse the outer reaches of the cosmos. The Guardians must fight to keep their newfound family together as they unravel the mysteries of Peter Quill's true parentage. Old foes become new allies and fan-favorite characters from the classic comics will come to our heroes' aid as the Marvel cinematic universe continues to expand. Marvel Studios’ Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 premieres in U.S. theaters May 5, 2017.
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About Marvel Entertainment
Marvel Entertainment, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is one of the world's most prominent character-based entertainment companies, built on a proven library of more than 8,000 characters featured in a variety of media over seventy-five years. Marvel utilizes its character franchises in entertainment, licensing and publishing. For more information visit http://www.marvel.com © 2017 MARVEL.
About PEZ Candy, Inc.:
Based in Orange, CT, PEZ has been inspiring and innovating since 1927, PEZ Candy, Inc. is the pioneer of interactive candy that is both enjoyable to eat and fun to play with. PEZ dispensers are a hot collectable for adults and children alike and have been a staple of American pop culture for over 60 years. To learn more, visit pez.com.
]]>PEZ Candy, Inc., in partnership with Sony Pictures Consumer Products, today unveiled the latest addition to its product line with the launch of an all new Smurfs PEZ Assortment and gift tin. The PEZ assortment features Brainy Smurf, Papa Smurf, Smurf and Smurfette. The gift tin features four click and play PEZ dispensers, an all-new Smurfs game board and Sour Blue Raspberry PEZ Candy. Each click and play dispenser has a removable top which brings to life the Smurfs characters in a fun filled interactive board game.
In Smurfs: The Lost Village the fully-animated, all-new take on The Smurfs, a mysterious map sets Smurfette (Demi Lovato) and her best friends Brainy (Danny Pudi), Clumsy (Jack McBrayer) and Hefty (Joe Manganiello) on an exciting and thrilling race through the Forbidden Forest filled with magical creatures to find a mysterious lost village before the evil wizard Gargamel (Rainn Wilson) does. Embarking on a rollercoaster journey full of action and danger, The Smurfs are on a course that leads to the discovery of the biggest secret in Smurf history! Directed by Kelly Asbury, the all-star cast also features Michelle Rodriguez (SmurfStorm), Ellie Kemper (SmurfBlossom), Ariel Winter (SmurfLily), Mandy Patinkin (Papa Smurf), and Julia Roberts (SmurfWillow).
“The Smurfs hold a dear place in the hearts of people around the world. We’re so thrilled to help reintroduce the Smurfs characters and incredible storytelling to an all new generation through PEZ,” said Amy Kopchak, Director of Marketing for PEZ Candy, Inc.
The Smurfs PEZ Assortment and Smurfs Gift Tin are available now at select retailers.
About Sony Pictures Entertainment:
Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) is a subsidiary of Sony Entertainment Inc., a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corporation. SPE’s global operations encompass motion picture production, acquisition and distribution; television production, acquisition and distribution; television networks; digital content creation and distribution; operation of studio facilities; and development of new entertainment products, services and technologies. For additional information, go to http://www.sonypictures.com.
About Sony Pictures Animation
Sony Pictures Animation produces a variety of animated and family entertainment for audiences around the world. The studio is following its worldwide comedy hits—the record-breaking monster comedies Hotel Transylvania and Hotel Transylvania 2, the hybrid live action/animated blockbusters The Smurfs and The Smurfs 2, and the mouth-watering Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs movies—with the fully-animated reboot Smurfs: The Lost Village in April 2017; a surprising and comic take at the secret world inside our phones with The Emoji Movie in July 2017; the inspirational The Star in November 2017; Hotel Transylvania 3 in July 2018; and an animated Spider-Man feature from the minds of directors Chris Miller and Phil Lord in December 2018. The studio, in conjunction with Aardman Animations, has produced two critically acclaimed feature films: the CG-animated family comedy Arthur Christmas; and the Academy Award® nominated stop-frame animated high-seas adventure, The Pirates! Band of Misfits. In 2007, Surf's Up also received an Academy Award® nomination for Best Animated Feature Film; a sequel entitled Surf’s Up 2: WaveMania is now available on digital and DVD. The division, whose first feature film Open Season led to a very successful movie franchise including the brand new Open Season: Scared Silly now available on digital, DVD and Blu-ray, was founded in 2002. Sony Pictures Animation is a division of the Sony Pictures Motion Pictures Group.
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About Lafig Balgium S.A.:
Lafig Belgium is the owner of the rights to produce audio-visual works based on the Smurf universe and of the Smurf worldwide licensing rights (together with IMPS). Lafig Belgium is controlled by the heirs of Pierre Culliford, better known under his pseudonym Peyo, the author/creator of the Smurfs. For 50 years, the Culliford family has controlled the Smurf characters and all licenses worldwide.
About PEZ Candy, Inc.:
Based in Orange, CT, PEZ has been inspiring and innovating since 1927, PEZ Candy, Inc. is the pioneer of "interactive candy" that is both enjoyable to eat and fun to play with. PEZ dispensers are a hot collectible for adults and children alike and have been a staple of American pop culture for over 50 years. To learn more, visit http://www.pez.com.
PEZ Candy, Inc., in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, on behalf of DC Entertainment, today unveiled the latest addition to its product line with the launch of DC Super Hero Girls. The assortment will include Wonder Woman, Batgirl, Supergirl, and Harley Quinn.
DC Super Hero Girls centers on the female Super Heroes and Super-Villains of the DC Universe during their formative high school years—prior to discovering their full super power potential.
“We’re excited to continue our partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products to bring to life the iconic personalities of the DC Super Hero Girls,” said Amy Kopchak, Director of Marketing for PEZ Candy, Inc.
The DC Super Hero Girls PEZ line is available now at pez.com and at select retailers.
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About DC Super Hero Girls
Featuring a completely new artistic style and aesthetic, DC’s icons such as Wonder Woman, Supergirl, Batgirl, Harley Quinn, Bumblebee, Poison Ivy, Katana and many more, make their unprecedented teenaged introduction. Each character has their own storyline that explores what teen life is like as a Super Hero, including discovering their unique abilities, nurturing their remarkable powers and mastering the fundamentals of being a hero.
DC Super Hero Girls is a fun, immersive universe that encourages girls to discover their own super-heroic potential with new animated webisodes, TV specials, and made-for-video movies; as well as a merchandise program across all categories, and more. Random House Children’s Books continue to expand on its portfolio of middle-grade novels, with author Lisa Yee; and DC continues to create original graphic novels, with writer Shea Fontana – both publishing programs bringing the DC Super Hero Girls universe to life in all-new stories that expand the world from what is featured in the animated content. Fans can discover more at DCSuperHeroGirls.com and through dedicated social media platforms, including YouTube, Facebook and Instagram.
About PEZ Candy, Inc.
Based in Orange, CT, PEZ has been inspiring and innovating since 1927, PEZ Candy, Inc. is the pioneer of "interactive candy" that is both enjoyable to eat and fun to play with. PEZ dispensers are a hot collectable for adults and children alike and have been a staple of American pop culture for over 50 years. To learn more, visit http://www.pez.com.
About Warner Bros. Consumer Products
Warner Bros. Consumer Products, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, is one of the leading licensing and retail merchandising organizations in the world.
About DC Entertainment
DC Entertainment, home to iconic brands DC (Superman, Batman, Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, The Flash, etc.), Vertigo (Sandman, Fables, etc.) and MAD, is the creative division charged with strategically integrating across Warner Bros. and Time Warner. DC Entertainment works in concert with many key Warner Bros. divisions to unleash its stories and characters across all media, including but not limited to film, television, consumer products, home entertainment, and interactive games. Publishing thousands of comic books, graphic novels and magazines each year, DC Entertainment is one of the largest English-language publishers of comics in the world.
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ORANGE, CT - PEZ Candy, Inc. announced today the latest addition to its product line with the introduction of Power Rangers PEZ. The initial assortment will include characters from the iconic Mighty Morphin Power Rangers including Jason the Red Ranger, Kimberly the Pink Ranger and Zack the Black Ranger.
First premiering in 1993, “Mighty Morphin Power Rangers” quickly became a global phenomenon and the Power Rangers continues to be one of the longest running and most-watched kids action series in television history. Saban Brands and Lionsgate will soon release the feature film, Saban’s Power Rangers on March 24, 2017.
“We’re excited to answer the call from a devoted Power Rangers fan base to help bring the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers to life through PEZ,” stated Christian Jegen, CEO/President of PEZ Candy, Inc. “The Power Rangers brand has a great iconic status that fits well with the PEZ portfolio.”
Fans can power up their Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Pez collection now at pez.com and at select retailers.
About PEZ Candy, Inc.:
Based in Orange, CT, PEZ has been inspiring and innovating since 1927, PEZ Candy, Inc. is the pioneer of "interactive candy" that is both enjoyable to eat and fun to play with. PEZ dispensers are a hot collectable for adults and children alike and have been a staple of American pop culture for over 50 years. To learn more, visit http://www.pez.com.
About Saban Brands:
Formed in 2010 as an affiliate of Saban Capital Group, Saban Brands (SB) acquires and develops a world-class portfolio of properties in the entertainment and lifestyle sectors. SB applies a global 360-degree management approach to growing and monetizing its brands through content, media, marketing, distribution, licensing and retail to markets worldwide and consumers of all ages. Saban Brands Entertainment Group (SBEG) develops innovative branded content that resonates with consumers across all media platforms. SBEG’s growing entertainment portfolio of brands includes Power Rangers, Popples, Glitter Force, Cirque du Soleil Junior – Luna Petunia, La Banda and others in development. Saban Brands Lifestyle Group (SBLG) drives major expansion within the company’s diverse portfolio of fashion and lifestyle properties. SBLG’s portfolio currently includes Paul Frank, Macbeth, Mambo and Piping Hot. SB operates a global network of offices in Los Angeles, London and Sydney. For more information, visit http://www.sabanbrands.com.
About Saban’s Power Rangers:
Saban’s Power Rangers franchise is the brainchild of Haim Saban, creator and producer of the original “Mighty Morphin Power Rangers” hit series that launched in 1993. Following its introduction, “Power Rangers” quickly became the most-watched children’s television program in the United States and remains one of the top-rated and longest running kids live-action series in television history. The series follows the adventures of a group of ordinary teens who morph into superheroes and save the world from evil. It is seen in more than 150 markets, translated into numerous languages and a favorite on many key international children’s programming blocks around the world. For more information, visit http://www.powerrangers.com.
From the creators of Shrek comes the most smart, funny and irreverent animated comedy of the year, DreamWorks’ Trolls. This holiday season, enter a colorful, wondrous world populated by hilariously unforgettable characters and discover the story of the overly optimistic Trolls, with a constant song on their lips, and the comically pessimistic Bergens, who are only happy when they have trolls in their stomach. PEZ will offer DreamWorks’ Trolls in an everyday assortment to include characters Poppy, Branch and Guy Diamond. In addition two and three-pack gift sets will be available with dispensers on mini-stems. “We are excited to collaborate with DreamWorks to bring this exceptionally fun property to the PEZ line.” stated Christian Jegen, CEO/President of PEZ Candy, Inc.
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About PEZ Candy, Inc:
Based in Orange, CT, PEZ has been inspiring and innovating since 1927, PEZ Candy, Inc. is the pioneer of "interactive candy" that is both enjoyable to eat and fun to play with. PEZ dispensers are a hot collectable for adults and children alike and have been a staple of American pop culture for over 50 years.
To learn more, visit pez.com.