Toonz Media Group and NEW-GEN® Forge Strategic Alliance to Launch Groundbreaking Animated Series – ‘NEW-GEN NANOBOT HEROES™
Toonz Media Group, a global leader in animation, has joined forces with NEW-GEN® Universe in a strategic partnership to reimagine the beloved comic book universe as NEW-GEN NANOBOT HEROES™ — a cutting-edge 3D CGI animated series that launches viewers into a high-octane nanotech adventure like never before.
Originally launched as a Marvel-distributed comic book series by creators J.D. Matonti, Chris Matonti, and Julia Coppola, NEW-GEN® is now being reimagined for the screen in its most ambitious form yet — thanks to a global collaboration between Toonz Media Group, NEW-GEN Universe, and Ketchup Entertainment.
The debut season will consist of 13 x 22-minute episodes, with writing led by top-tier talent including Brent Friedman (Star Wars: The Clone Wars) and Eugene Son (Avengers Assemble), alongside four other veteran writers.
J.D. Matonti, Series Director and Executive Producer shared, “Toonz is the ideal animation strategic partner to create the unprecedented 3D CGI animation style, bringing the rich NEW-GEN® storyworld to life. Global audiences will be captivated by NANOBOT HEROES™: humans, creatures and robots as they adventure to NEW-GEN’s futuristic utopia, Earth and different alien planets. Ketchup is the consummate domestic distribution partner for capturing generations of fans, young and old.”
Toonz Media Group will finance, produce, and distribute the series globally, leveraging its extensive track record in animated and transmedia content.
P. Jayakumar, CEO of Toonz Media Group, shared, “At Toonz, we are always seeking original, imaginative worlds to bring to life, and NEW-GEN® is a perfect match. The fusion of cutting-edge storytelling, dynamic characters, and rich visual landscapes aligns perfectly with our passion for innovation in animation. We are thrilled to partner with the creative minds behind NEW-GEN® and can’t wait to deliver this groundbreaking series to a global audience.”
The series, set after the events of the original comic, dives deeper into the high-stakes conflict between nanotech visionaries Gabriel and Deadalus. With its action-packed storyline, electrifying visuals, and deeply human themes, NEW-GEN NANOBOT HEROES™ is set to redefine the animated sci-fi genre for a global audience.
Ketchup Entertainment, following its recent success with The Day The Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie, will handle domestic distribution.
Gareth West, CEO of Ketchup Entertainment shared, “NEW-GEN NANOBOT HEROES™ is built for a new era of animation — cinematic, serialized, and unforgettable. This is exactly the kind of franchise IP we look to amplify at Ketchup: visionary creators, cutting-edge technology, and a world that demands a screen. With Toonz and the NEW-GEN® team, we’re not just releasing a series — we’re launching a universe.”
A powerhouse voice cast brings the world of NEW-GEN® to life, featuring iconic talents like Finn Wolfhard (Stranger Things), Nick Wolfhard (Fire Emblem), Anya Chalotra (The Witcher), Luke Wilson (Stargirl), Henry Rollins (The Legend of Korra), Lena Headey (Game of Thrones), Taylor Gray (Star Wars Rebels), Molly Fahey (Grand Theft Auto V) and Tony Oliver (Lupin the III).
Staying true to its visionary roots, the series will be Executive Produced by original creators J.D. Matonti, Julia Coppola, and Chris Matonti, with J.D. Matonti also stepping in as Series Director to ensure an authentic and electrifying adaptation of their iconic creation.
The deal between NEW-GEN® and Toonz Media Group was facilitated by Allan Grafman, President and CEO of All Media Ventures, who will also serve as Executive Producer. J.D. Matonti is repped by Zero Gravity Management.
With its vivid world-building, heart-pounding storytelling, cutting-edge animation, and A-list voice cast, NEW-GEN NANOBOT HEROES™ is set to capture the imagination of a whole new generation.
