Heathside Trading to launch trading cards, action figures and more for Orphan Black

Boat Rocker has welcomed a new licensing deal with Heathside Trading for its Orphan Black franchise in the UK, Europe and USA.

The agreement will see Heathside launch a range of Orphan Black and Orphan Black: Echoes products from Q4 2024 onwards across fan memorabilia, collectables and gift categories. Products will include trading cards, action figures, vinyl figures, drinkware, slime and 2D and 3D backpack keychains.

“The original Orphan Black amassed millions of dedicated and passionate fans and its thrilling sequel Orphan Black: Echoes has reclaimed the existing fanbase and has also expanded to a whole new global audience,” said Kate Schlomann, EVP, Head of Content Marketing, Brand Partnerships & Communications, Boat Rocker.

“This new deal with Heathside Trading is a testament to the popularity of the Orphan Black universe and is a great tool for engaging with the loyal fanbase off screen and growing the franchise through a fantastic range of collectable products.”

Heathside’s Darren Epstein added: “This franchise has a dedicated fan base and those fans have been desperate for products that buy into the fandom of the Orphan Black show. Working with Boat Rocker we hope to have some fan friendly products to market as soon as possible.”

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