International animation producer-distributor Cyber Group Studios (Gigantosaurus, Sadie Sparks, Droners), is developing Precious Moments, an animated comedy and adventure series for children ages 4-6 based on the gift industry phenomenon of the same name. The whimsical 52 x 11′ series is created by Scott and Julie Stewart (Kate & Mim-Mim). The development plan also includes four 30- to 60-minute holiday specials.
Precious Moments follows the adventures of eight-year-old Hope and her adorable pet hamster, Sammy, as they work together to help make the children of Heartspring’s precious moments come true. With an abundance of comedy and heart, thoughtful undertones of mindfulness and plenty of fun, action-packed moments, Precious Moments features diverse characters and strong messages of inclusiveness. The series underscores the Precious Moments brand’s core values of loving, caring, sharing and kindness via stories that emphasize sharing feelings, overcoming fears and anxieties, and more.
“Precious Moments embodies values that have been embraced and celebrated by families for generations,” said Pierre Sissmann Chairman & CEO of Cyber Group Studios and Karen K. Miller, President and CEO, Cyber Group Studios U.S.A. “After a very challenging year for all of us, we have a wonderful opportunity to create a series that delivers magical and heartwarming moments with endearing characters who will bring so much joy to viewers of all ages around the world.”
The Precious Moments brand, best known for its signature range of collectible porcelain figurines with distinctive teardrop-shaped eyes that help celebrate milestones and special occasions in people’s lives, has been a best-selling range of the gift business for over four decades.
“We are thrilled to be working with Cyber Group Studios and a team of thoughtful writers and artists to bring the Precious Moments brand to a new generation of children,” said Shehnaz Safiuddin, Vice President of Product and Marketing, Precious Moments, Inc. “Our updated art style and entertainment content are sure to captivate young audiences while fostering feelings of nostalgia among parents and grandparents.”
