NCircle and Mill Creek Entertainment Announce Multi-Year Physical and Digital Distribution Agreement with Mattel

NCircle Entertainment and Mill Creek Entertainment today announced that they have entered into a multi-year physical and digital distribution agreement with Mattel, Inc. Under the agreement, NCircle Entertainment and Mill Creek Entertainment will distribute series based on Mattel’s iconic brands such as Barbie, Thomas & Friends and Masters of the Universe on physical DVD at retail stores across the U.S. and Canada, as well as on digital EST and TVOD.

The deal includes Barbie Dreamtopia Special, Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures (Seasons 1 & 2), Barbie Princess Adventure, Barbie & Chelsea: The Lost Birthday, and Barbie: Big City, Big Dreams. Thomas & Friends: All Engines Go (Season 25 & 26, and corresponding specials), produced in vibrant, 2D animation, Masters of the Universe: Revelation, and the highly anticipated CG series He-Man and the Masters of the Universe.

As one of the largest independent distributors of children entertainment content, NCircle is ecstatic to partner with Mattel to distribute their iconic titles to kids and families for endless episodes and hours of entertainment either at home, or on the go!

“NCircle is extremely excited to be partnering with Mattel,” says Mary Flynn, VP of Sales, Content Acquisitions for NCircle. “Our primary focus is on entertainment that is accessible and relevant for young children, and Barbie, Thomas & Friends, and Masters of the Universe will be a perfect addition to our product line-up this year, and for years to come!”

“We are thrilled to embark on this new relationship with Mattel in physical and digital home entertainment! This collaboration continues to enhance our ability to serve consumers and the retail community with strong content slates in the years to come,” states Jeff Hayne, Senior VP of Acquisitions and Production for Mill Creek.

Debuting this year:

Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures (Season 1) - Available November 16, 2021 on DVD and TVOD/EST
Thomas & Friends: All Engines Go - Available December 7, 2021 on DVD