Animotion Media and Yango Play bring ‘The Fixies' to Arabic-speaking audiences
With this collaboration, Yango Play subscribers will now have access to the first two seasons of this globally recognised show, fully localised in Arabic.
Animotion Media, a distributor of premium animated content for children, has partnered with Yango Play, an all-in-one streaming super app, to bring the animated series The Fixies to Arabic-speaking viewers. Through this collaboration, Yango Play subscribers can now enjoy the first two seasons of the globally recognised show, fully localised in Arabic.
The Fixies follows the adventures of tiny, intelligent creatures living inside everyday devices, teaching children about science, technology, and problem-solving through engaging storytelling. The series has captivated audiences worldwide, garnering over 10bn views on YouTube and more than 5m views on its Arabic YouTube channel.
This partnership strengthens The Fixies' presence in the Arabic-speaking market, ensuring that young viewers in the MENA region can experience the same high-quality educational entertainment enjoyed by audiences globally.
As a diverse content platform, Yango Play continues to expand its family-friendly programming, offering Arabic-speaking families localised, engaging and educational entertainment.
Commenting on the deal, Julia Nikolaeva, General Manager at Animotion Media, said: 'We are excited to bring The Fixies to Yango Play, offering Arabic-speaking children a fun and enriching way to learn about the world around them. This partnership aligns with our mission to make high-quality, educational animation accessible to children everywhere.'
Khalid El Sergany, Head of Acquisition at Yango Play, added: 'Bringing The Fixies to Yango Play is a testament to our commitment to providing meaningful and engaging content for Arabic-speaking children. We are thrilled to offer this unique show that combines entertainment with education, empowering children to learn in a fun and interactive way.'
With this launch, The Fixies continues to inspire the next generation of young learners, merging entertainment with valuable educational lessons. Yango Play subscribers can now watch the adventures of Simka, Nolik and their friends—exclusively on Yango Play.
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