V-Me, a new 24-hour Spanish-language public network in the U.S., has acquired the educational animated series Vitaminix from Spain’s Icon Animation. Launched earlier this month, V-Me is digital network carried by public television stations, basic digital cable and satellite systems collectively available in more than 24 million U.S. households in major cities including L.A., Miami, Houston, Chicago and San Antonio.
Vitaminix uses animation to teach children about the nutritional value of food, minerals and vitamins. Each episode features one animal associated with a type of food to convey the life-long benefits of healthy eating.
The show made its U.S. debut on premium cable outlet Animania HD and is aired in more than 20 languages worldwide. Major broadcast deals have been signed with Nickelodeon Europe (Germany, Holland, Belgium, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark) Nickelodeon Spain, Nickelodeon Latin America, Disney Channel in Italy and TPS Jeunesse in France. In Asia, the show airs on the Disney Channel, Hong Kong Cable, Infiniss and EBS in Korea and EBC Taiwan.
Icon Animation has in place a Vitaminix licensing program, which includes educational games and puzzles, clothing and school supplies. More information on the property can be fould at www.vitaminix.tv.
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