Entertainment One has inked a broadcast agreement in the U.S. with NBCUniversal’s Sprout preschool network for the animated TV special, The Magic Hockey Skates. The half-hour mini movie will premiere in December 2016 as part of Sprout’s holiday line-up, featuring seasonal movies and specials every weekend throughout the month.
Produced by Amberwood Entertainment, The Magic Hockey Skates is a 2D animated tale about a young boy’s inspirational journey as he gains confidence and self-respect with a little help from a pair of magic skates. eOne holds international broadcast rights for the special, which has sold to international broadcasters including Disney Channel (Latin America, Brazil), SRC (Canada), France Televisions, KiKA (Germany), SVT (Sweden), DR Danish Broadcasting Corporation and MBC (Middle East).
