Banijay Kids Sold Little Princess Catalog to Sky
The distributor has finalized agreements to bring the animated series to new international markets.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Animation
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Banijay Kids and Family has sold the rights to the animated series Little Princess to Sky UK. Additional distribution deals were secured with Nordisk Film, RTV Slovenia, and TIM to broaden the show's reach.
Why it matters
The deal highlights the continued market demand for established children's intellectual property. By licensing the catalog to multiple broadcasters, the studio ensures that the series reaches a new generation of viewers.
The Little Princess series consists of 135 total episodes produced over four seasons. The show originally ran on television from 2006 to 2020.
The players
Banijay Kids and Family
This is a global production and distribution entity known for managing a wide portfolio of children's and family entertainment content.
Sky UK
This is a major telecommunications and broadcasting company that provides television services throughout the United Kingdom.
The Illuminated Film Company
This is a British animation production studio responsible for the original creation of the Little Princess series.
Nordisk Film
This is a Nordic-based entertainment company that produces and distributes films and television content across the region.
The details
The Illuminated Film Company produced the series, which has maintained a presence since its 2006 launch. The new agreements allow Sky UK to air all series and specials, while partners in the Nordics, Slovenia, and Italy have acquired rights to various seasons.
Timeline
The Little Princess series first launched on Channel 4 in 2006.
The show developed a fandom base on YouTube starting in 2008.
The final season of the series concluded in 2020.
Banijay Kids and Family officially announced the new distribution deals on October 14, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The announcement of these licensing deals at Mipcom reflects the ongoing industry practice of leveraging trade events to finalize global distribution. This strategy helps studios maximize the value of legacy content as platforms compete for established, recognizable children's brands.
Viewers in the U.K., Italy, Slovenia, and the Nordic countries will gain access to the Little Princess catalog through their respective local platforms. This deal ensures that all 135 episodes will remain available to audiences through modern streaming and broadcast services.
The takeaway
Legacy animated series continue to find new value through targeted licensing deals in secondary markets. Families looking for familiar content can check local broadcaster schedules or streaming platforms for availability as these new deals take effect.
Further reading
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