Hasbro To Sell eOne TV, But Keep Family Brands

In a development that many saw coming, Hasbro has announced today that it’s initiating a sale process for eOne’s library and adult-skewing scripted and unscripted content businesses.

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Power Rangers Actor Jason David Frank Has Died

Jason David Frank was a key attraction to the Power Rangers franchise, debuting on the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers series when it premiered in 1993. Frank was one of the most–if not the most–consistent presence throughout the franchise, appearing in 10 series and four movies. Although he primarily portrayed the Green Ranger, he would also later play the White, Black and Red Rangers thro…

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Hasbro Considering Selling Or Restructuring Its Assets

When Hasbro bought eOne under former CEO and Chairman Brian Goldner, who died unexpectedly last fall, the company was getting both valuable new intellectual properties — including PJ Masks and Peppa Pig — of benefit to its toy business, as well as knowhow in producing entertainment, giving the company a direct channel to cashing in from media made out of its own properties.“The acquisition of eOn…

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What's Next For Hasbro-eOne Merger?

Nerf- and Power Rangers-maker Hasbro agreed to purchase Canadian indie producer/distributor Entertainment One (eOne) for US$4 billion on Thursday, but despite numerous reports on the merger, there isn’t lot of information on what’s next for this new media giant.The acquisition is significant for Hasbro’s growth in family-oriented TV, movies and consumer products because the Rhode Island-based toy…

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