Benzinga | Feb 17, 2021 09:08AM EST

SEGA Names JAKKS Pacific Official Global Toy And Costume Partner For Sonic The Hedgehog 2

JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ:JAKK) today announced global toy rights with SEGA of America, Inc. for Paramount Pictures' feature film, Sonic the Hedgehog 2. JAKKS will design, manufacture, market, and sell Sonic the Hedgehog 2 branded toy product lines based on the upcoming feature film, set for release in 2022. The agreement between JAKKS and SEGA will include rights to produce action figures, playsets, vehicles, plush toys and other collectibles. Disguise, the costume division of JAKKS Pacific, will also be designing and manufacturing costumes and accessories for inspired by characters from Sonic the Hedgehog 2.