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Moonbug launches Blippi & Friends MENA channel

Published on: 27th March 2024

Moonbug is extending the reach of its popular pre-school entertainment shows by launching its second linear channel, Blippi & Friends, in the Middle East and North Africa regions.

Moonbug Entertainment has announced the launch of its second linear channel, Blippi & Friends, further expanding its reach of some of the most beloved kids’ entertainment shows. The new channel is distributed by Intigral on Jawwy TV and Stc TV across the MENA region.

Blippi & Friends, the first 24/7 linear channel named after Moonbug’s top-rated live-action pre-school brand, caters to children aged 4-8 years old and includes a daily segment targeted to younger pre-schoolers. The channel’s line-up features a variety of Blippi shows including Blippi Visits, Blippi Draws and the Blippi Game Show, alongside other favourites from franchises such as Meekah and the feature-length special Big Dino Adventure. The daily segment designed for pre-schoolers showcases popular shows such as CoComelon, Little Angel, Arpo and many more.

The new channel is designed to integrate seamlessly into the daily routine of family life, offering enriching, engaging and entertaining content throughout the day. Blippi will also share bespoke messages to promote positive behaviour such as physical activity, learning about new subjects, healthy eating and more.

“Following the successful launch of our Moonbug linear channel, which is now available in 83 countries across the globe, we are delighted to announce the launch of the brand new 24/7 Blippi & Friends channel in the Middle East and North Africa,” commented Nicolas Eglau, managing director EMEA, APAC & Global Distribution at Moonbug Entertainment.

“Designed to enrich families and their daily routines, this channel has been curated with the local market in mind, with Blippi not only sharing bespoke messages but celebrating regional holidays and moments too. The launch of this channel marks our next step in bringing great entertainment to children across the world.”

This collaboration aligns with Intigral’s strategic focus on delivering responsible entertainment and instilling foundational values to its youngest audiences. Intigral’s streaming platforms Jawwy TV and Stc TV, will be a secure entertainment and educational destination for pre-schoolers, offering educational adventures through Blippi & Friends to broaden children’s horizons and ignite their imagination.

Blippi & Friends is now available in the following countries: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Morocco, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia and United Arab Emirates.

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