Mattel to Bring Three Channels to Samsung TV Plus

Barbie and Friends, Hot Wheels Action, and Mattel Jr. to mark Mattel’s first-ever FAST channels, enhancing Samsung TV Plus’ Family & Kids offering with content featuring iconic Mattel brands

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. & NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) has partnered with Samsung to deliver its first three 24/7 Free Ad Supported Streaming (FAST) channels on Samsung TV Plus, Samsung’s free TV streaming service. The Barbie and Friends, Hot Wheels Action, and Mattel Jr. channels are set to go live later this year and will be free to access from Samsung Smart TVs, Galaxy Devices and on the Web at www.samsungtvplus.com. The three new channels from Mattel will feature content inspired by globally beloved brands such as American Girl, Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, classic Monster High, Thomas & Friends, and more.

With the expanding popularity of FAST streaming services such as Samsung TV Plus, that make premium content available without a subscription, the channels will mark Mattel’s first expansion into the growing digital format. The channels will each feature easy to access, around-the-clock kids programming curated for fans of Mattel IP to enjoy hours of shows and family entertainment. The shows will be found on Samsung TV Plus’ dedicated ‘Kids’ destination on the Samsung TV Plus home screen.

"We always aim to engage our fans in new ways with their favorite Mattel characters and storylines," said Michelle Mendelovitz, Global Head of Mattel Television Studios. “We are pleased to partner with Samsung TV Plus to advance Mattel’s content strategy and provide audiences with a premium viewing experience."

“With the global appeal of Mattel’s brand portfolio and our expanding content offering, we are thrilled to partner with Samsung TV Plus to establish our first-ever FAST channels,” said Jason Horowitz, SVP, Global Head of Marketing & Media at Mattel. “In launching these channels, we gain the opportunity to deepen our relationship with existing Mattel fans and connect with all-new audiences.”

Mattel’s channel highlights include Barbie and Friends by Mattel, where viewers can join Barbie and her best doll friends as fashion, friendship and thrilling adventures take center stage; Hot Wheels Action by Mattel, featuring heart-pounding races through the world of Hot Wheels, epic battles with He-Man and Skeletor, and charming railway adventures with Thomas & Friends; and Mattel Jr., a child’s passport to a world of enchantment, education, and endless fun with Kipper the dog, Pingu the adorable Penguin, and all of Fisher-Price's beloved characters.

“Mattel choosing to launch its first FAST channels with Samsung TV Plus is a testament to the service and audiences we have built,” added Sarah Nelson Uberto, Head of Business Development, Partnerships at Samsung TV Plus. “Barbie and Friends, Hot Wheels Action and Mattel Jr. add even more choice to Samsung TV Plus’ stable of family-friendly, brand-safe content we know both viewers and advertisers will love.”

To learn more about Mattel and Samsung TV Plus, please visit www.samsungtvplus.com

About Mattel
Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, Fisher-Price®, American Girl®, Thomas & Friends™, UNO®, Masters of the Universe®, Matchbox®, Monster High®, MEGA® and Polly Pocket®, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Visit us at mattel.com.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
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About Samsung TV Plus
Samsung TV Plus is the go-to service for free, premium entertainment that allows content owners and advertisers to engage consumers at scale. As a leader in free ad-supported TV (FAST) and video-on-demand (AVOD), Samsung TV Plus is the #1 free ad-supported app on Samsung Smart TVs, with over 2,500 ad-supported linear channels available globally in 24 countries and across 561M active devices. Samsung TV Plus is accessible on 2016-2024 Samsung Smart TVs, Galaxy devices, Smart Monitors, Family Hub refrigerators, and the web. To learn more, visit samsung.com/tvplus. Follow us on LinkedIn.