Warner Bros. Consumer Products Unveils Worldwide Licensing Program For Highly Anticipated Animated Family Comedy Adventure, “Happy Feet Two”

(November 17, 2011 – Burbank, CA) – Warner Bros. Consumer Products has assembled a global collection of licensees in celebration of the much-anticipated animated family comedy adventure “Happy Feet Two,” in theaters this Friday, Novemburr 18, 2011. “Happy Feet Two” is Director George Miller’s follow up to his 2006 Academy Award-winning Best Animated Feature Film, “Happy Feet.” The sequel returns tap dancing penguin star Mumble and friends to the big screen for an unrivaled holiday classic. The film will be presented in 3D and 2D as well as IMAX, and will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures and, in select territories, by Village Roadshow Pictures. “‘Happy Feet Two’ provides a great opportunity for our licensees to create a wide range of offerings that capture the fun-loving nature of this franchise,” said Karen McTier, Executive Vice President, Domestic Licensing and Worldwide Marketing, Warner Bros. Consumer Products. “From toys, games, and books, to interactive products and accessories, our partners have created a line of merchandise that is sure to be a hit this holiday season.” Thinkway Toys, the global master toy partner for the property, has built upon its already impressive Happy Feet line and created a flurry of unique “Happy Feet Two” products that will continue to delight young fans by bringing the film and its characters to life. Lead items in Thinkway’s new toy line include Dancing Erik (Mumble’s son), Boadicea (Erik’s friend) and the unforgettable Ramon (Mumble’s pal from the first film). The adorable toys feature state-of-the-art dance moves, interactive play features, music, and a talk back mode which allows the toys to speak and dance. In addition, the line also features several sizes of soft, huggable plush based on the main characters in the film, a magical Musical Dance Play Set, plus Collectible figurines, Wind-Up Toys, a Bucket O Penguins an Icebergs Play Set, and more. Additional offerings from the wide roster of licensees include Rubie’s Costume Co. with an assortment of playful costumes; Pressman Toy with all-new interactive games; Build-A-Bear Workshop, offering collectible soft, loveable plush; MeadWestvaco with themed calendars; Hallmark, offering decorative ornaments and party supplies; Anagram International with cool party décor; Penguin Children’s Books with books inspired by the film; CSS Industries, with a wintry line gift wrap, writing instruments, and stickers; Bakery Crafts, offering delectable baked treats; and Trends International, with a selection of “Happy Feet Two” posters. International licensees include Fujifilm with “Happy Feet Two”-branded digital and disposable cameras for a limited time; Flunch, France’s casual fast food chain, with figurine premiums; Albin Michel with books and sticker activities based on the film; Kinder Sopressa with “Happy Feet Two” confections; national retailer, Nucleo, with a “Happy Feet Two” apparel collection and holiday promotion; and many more products inspired by “Happy Feet Two.” About “Happy Feet Two”: The sequel to “Happy Feet,” the Academy Award-winning animated smash hit, “Happy Feet Two” returns audiences to the magnificent landscape of Antarctica in superb 3D. Mumble, The Master of Tap, has a problem because his tiny son, Erik, is choreo-phobic. Reluctant to dance, Erik runs away and encounters The Mighty Sven – a penguin who can fly! Mumble has no hope of competing with this charismatic new role model. But things get worse when the world is shaken by powerful forces. Erik learns of his father’s “guts and grit” as Mumble brings together the penguin nations and all manner of fabulous creatures – from tiny Krill to giant Elephant Seals – to put things right. “Happy Feet Two” is directed by George Miller, who won an Oscar as the creator of the original “Happy Feet.” The film features the voices of Elijah Wood, Robin Williams, Hank Azaria, Alecia Moore (P!nk), Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, Sofia Vergara, Common, Hugo Weaving, Magda Szubanski, Anthony LaPaglia, Richard Carter and Benjamin “Lil P-Nut” Flores, Jr. George Miller co-wrote the screenplay with Gary Eck, Warren Coleman and Paul Livingston. Miller is also producing the film, along with Doug Mitchell and Bill Miller. Chris deFaria, Philip Hearnshaw, Graham Burke and Bruce Berman serve as executive producers. The cinematographer is David Peers and the animation director is Rob Coleman. The film features vocals by P!nk, with music by John Powell. Warner Bros. Pictures presents, in association with Village Roadshow Pictures, a Kennedy Miller Mitchell production, with Dr. D Studios, a George Miller film, “Happy Feet Two.” The film will be released in 3D and 2D in select theaters and in IMAX on November 18, 2011. 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.###