Toonz Media Group has secured the worldwide distribution rights to MechWest, produced by AnimSchool Studios.
Created by Dave Gallagher, the animated series is billed as “dieselpunk Wild West.” Toonz launched the CGI show, targeted at kids ages 7 to 12, at Annecy this week. It has generated more than 11 million lifetime views on social. Much of it was made by recent AnimSchool graduates.
“Exceptional storytelling has always been at the heart of successful global entertainment, and MechWest is a powerful example of that,” said Viswanath Rao, CEO of Toonz Media Group. “What Dave Gallagher and the AnimSchool Studios team have achieved is remarkable, creating a visually stunning, emotionally engaging series that has already built a passionate audience through its own merit. We are delighted to partner with the team and help bring the series to audiences worldwide.”
Gulshan David, VP of feature films at Toonz Media Group, said the show “stood out immediately,” noting, “What they’ve achieved is rare for an independently produced series, and we believe it has exactly what major global platforms and broadcasters are looking for. We’re thrilled to bring MechWest to the world stage starting at Annecy.”
Gallagher added, “Our team has made the series independently, one episode at a time, and it’s very rewarding to see the show resonating with audiences. Toonz brings so much expertise in international distribution and a genuine enthusiasm for the series. They share our vision for the show’s broad appeal, and this partnership gives us an opportunity to introduce the show to new audiences and expand its global reach.”
