Cyber Group Studios readies new ‘Precious Moments’ animated comedy series for preschoolers

Cyber Group Studios readies new ‘Precious Moments’ animated comedy series for preschoolers

Iconic, Best-Selling gift brand gets ‘star’ treatment in first series

Cyber Group Studios, the international producer/distributor of animated series and creator of entertainment brands for children and families, is developing Precious Moments™, an animated comedy and adventure series for children ages 4-6 based on the gift industry phenomenon of the same name. The whimsical 52×11-min series is created by Scott and Julie Stewart (Kate & Mim-Mim). The development plan also includes four 30- to 60-minute holiday specials.

Precious Moments follows the adventures of 8-year-old Hope and her adorable pet hamster, Sammy, as they work together to help make the children of Heartspring’s precious moments come true. With an abundance of comedy and heart, thoughtful undertones of mindfulness and plenty of fun, action-packed moments, Precious Moments features diverse characters and strong messages of inclusiveness. The series underscores the Precious Moments brand’s core values of loving, caring, sharing, and kindness via stories that emphasize sharing feelings, overcoming fears and anxieties, and more.

The Precious Moments brand, best known for its signature range of collectible porcelain figurines with distinctive teardrop-shaped eyes that help celebrate milestones and special occasions in people’s lives, has been a best-selling range of the gift business for over four decades.

“Precious Moments embodies values that have been embraced and celebrated by families for generations,” said Pierre Sissmann Chairman & CEO of Cyber Group Studios and Karen K. Miller, President and CEO, Cyber Group Studios USA. “After a very challenging year for all of us, we have a wonderful opportunity to create a series that delivers magical and heartwarming moments with endearing characters who will bring so much joy to viewers of all ages around the world”

“We are thrilled to be working with Cyber Group Studios and a team of thoughtful writers and artists to bring the Precious Moments brand to a new generation of children,” said Shehnaz Safiuddin, Vice President of Product and Marketing, Precious Moments, Inc. “Our updated art style and entertainment content are sure to captivate young audiences while fostering feelings of nostalgia among parents and grandparents.”

About Precious Moments

During its over 40-year history, Precious Moments has grown to become the cherished brand for life’s memorable moments. Precious Moments licenses its brand across a full range of consumer products categories including, publishing, plush, layette, dolls, arts and crafts, financial services, and more. Precious Moments items are available worldwide in gift, specialty, mass market, chain drug, department stores, Christian bookstores, and through online retailers. Visit www.PreciousMoments.com for more information.

About Cyber Group Studios: 

Cyber Group Studios is a leading producer and distributor of animated series and a developer of global entertainment brands for children and families worldwide. Founded in 2005 and employing around 150 people, the company has set its headquarters in Paris, two production studios in Paris and Roubaix (France), and an office in Los Angeles (USA). 

The company’s mission is to produce endlessly entertaining content for children around the world. The team has a passion for telling great stories leveraged by a strong creative identity, a diversity of animation styles (2d, CG, mix 2d/CG and CG/live action, real-time animation) and powerful music. To immerse the viewers in the emotion of its shows, the company works with top creative international talent and develops innovative technology.

Cyber Group Studios develops its content for television, digital platforms, feature films and direct-to-consumers (home entertainment, interactive games, consumer products). The company sells the media distribution rights of its own and third-party programs, localized in 30+ languages into more than 160 countries. Its distribution partners include TV broadcasters, VoD streaming platforms and home entertainment companies.

The dedication of its team for creating content resonating with kids and families worldwide has earned Cyber Group Studios multiple international awards.