WildBrain and Dr. Seuss expand licensing programs
Dr. Seuss Enterprises and WildBrain CPLG, a trusted partner for leading brands worldwide, are expanding the licensing programmes for beloved Dr. Seuss properties The Cat in the Hat and How the Grinch Stole Christmas! with new collaborations across the U.K., Europe and Asia-Pacific. From fashion and beauty to homewares, gifting, tech, pet products and more, these cross-category partnerships bring Dr. Seuss’ iconic characters to life in fun and creative ways for fans—setting the stage for major content launches and landmark anniversaries.
Double celebration
A new The Cat in the Hat animated feature film starring Bill Hader (IF, Barry) in the titular role will leap onto the big screen for its debut on 6 November 2026, in a global release from Warner Bros. Pictures Animation and Dr. Seuss Enterprises. Hot on its heels, 2027 brings a double celebration with the 70th anniversaries of The Cat in the Hat and How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Fans can also look forward to the enchanting arrival of the Oh, the Places You’ll Go! movie in 2028, starring Ariana Grande (Wicked, Victorious) and Josh Gad (Frozen, Pixels), promising even more magic from the world of Dr. Seuss.
The Cat in the Hat cross-category collaborations
WildBrain CPLG has secured new and expanded partnerships across fashion, beauty, homewares, gifting, consumer electronics, pet products and more, rolling out at retail in 2026.