Animation distributor PGS Entertainment has formed a strategic partnership with Magic Star, the official kids and family division of The Orchard and a member of Sony Music Entertainment, for their newly launched Mini Smiley. This new animated sing-along series, based on the Original Smiley and co-produced with The Smiley Company, will see Magic Star as the global music distributor.
“Partnering with The Orchard marks a significant milestone for Mini Smiley,” says Philippe Soutter, co-founder of PGS Entertainment. “Their expertise in distribution is unparalleled, and we are confident that this collaboration will not only elevate the series’ visibility worldwide but also amplify its positive impact, spreading joy and learning to more children across the globe.”
“Mini Smiley is poised to be one of the next great music-led kids and family entertainment franchises,” said Will Speer, managing director of Magic Star. “We are thrilled to be partnering with PGS Entertainment to enhance and expand the series’ international reach and we look forward to delivering engaging musical Mini Smiley adventures to children and families worldwide.”
Mini Smiley is a collaborative effort by PGS Entertainment and The Smiley Company to animate the iconic Smiley logo through a captivating collection of songs, sung by kids for kids. Music has been written and composed by Philippe Soutter and renowned songwriter John Mamann; and the series introduces Arpad as a singer. On the animation side, the visual and editorial development of the series was handled by Bananana, the development team at PGS Studios, and the production of the series, rendered in high-quality 3D, was entrusted to Blue Spirit.
Each episode provides families with the opportunity to bond over shared musical experiences that strengthen connections and create memorable moments. The songs explore key developmental themes such as friendship, love, kindness, courage, and curiosity. These themes are in line with Smiley’s ethos of promoting happiness and positivity, providing both educational and emotional growth in an engaging and enjoyable manner. In addition to original songs, the series features hits like “YMCA,” reimagined as “My ABC,” adding a fun and familiar twist that resonates with both kids and parents alike.
For more information on Mini Smiley and other PGS Entertainment projects, visit www.pgsentertainment.com.
