Animotion Media and Canela.TV bring ‘Tina & Tony' to Spanish audiences
Animotion Media Group, a UAE-based production and distribution company focused on family animation, has announced a new partnership with Canela.TV, a free Spanish-language AVOD streaming platform, to bring Seasons 1 and 2 of the preschool series Tina & Tony to audiences across Latin America and the United States.
Tina & Tony, designed for children aged three to five, is a colourful, adventure-driven series that emphasises the values of friendship, creativity and emotional intelligence. It follows the endearing adventures of two young animal friends, Tina, a playful baby elephant, and Tony, a curious baby hippo, as they explore their vibrant world. Through imaginative play and relatable storytelling, the duo introduces young viewers to valuable life lessons and helps them better understand the world around them.
The deal was facilitated by Circular Media, the Latin American sales representative for Tina & Tony, further expanding the show's international reach. With its addition to Canela.TV's growing kids content library, the series will now be available to millions of Spanish-speaking families seeking quality preschool programming rooted in educational and emotional development.
Valeria Korotina, VP and Chief Commercial Officer at Animotion Media Group, said: 'At Animotion, we believe in telling stories that inspire and travel across the world. Partnering with Canela.TV allows us to connect even more children and parents with the joyful universe of Tina & Tony in their own language.'
Maggie Salas Amaro, Director of Canela Kids, echoed the sentiment, added: 'We're excited to bring Tina & Tony to Canela.TV. With its heartwarming stories and playful humor, the series truly connects with Hispanic families and perfectly aligns with our mission to offer culturally rich and meaningful entertainment for families.'
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