EXCLUSIVE: Independent animation studio, Sycamore Studios, has acquired the exclusive animated motion picture rights to the New York Times bestselling John Patrick Green InvestiGators franchise.
InvestiGators counts 5M copies in print since its debut in 2020, known for its crime-fighting alligators.
“Great family franchises don’t come along very often, and when they do, they have a way of capturing the imagination of an entire generation. InvestiGators is one of those rare properties,” said Christian McGuigan, Co-Founder and CEO of Sycamore Studios. “John Patrick Green has created something incredibly rare: a wholly original world that children genuinely love. As a father of four, I’ve had the privilege of watching my own kids devour these books, recommend them to friends, and eagerly count down the days until each new release. Seeing that enthusiasm firsthand has made it impossible to ignore just how special this franchise has become. We couldn’t be more excited to partner with John and bring Mango and Brash to audiences around the world.”
Cooper Waterman, Head of Production and Distribution at Sycamore Studios, added, “What excites us most is that InvestiGators is far more than a fantastic movie. It’s the foundation for an enduring global entertainment franchise. The richness of John’s world creates opportunities that extend well beyond the theatrical experience into series, gaming, consumer products, live experiences, and other ways families can continue engaging with these characters for years to come. That’s exactly the kind of long-term franchise we’re passionate about building.”
“I’ve always believed InvestiGators had the potential to leap beyond the page,” said Green. “It’s been amazing watching readers embrace these characters over the past several years, and I’m thrilled to be partnering with Sycamore as we begin the next chapter of their adventure.”
Sycamore Studios’ portfolio of family entertainment fare includes the animated pic Doctor Dolittle: King of the Wild, currently in production, as well as a growing slate that includes Ludwig Bemelmans’ beloved Madeline franchise and Ben Hatke’s bestselling Zita the Spacegirl trilogy.
Green is repped by Debbie Deuble Hill at IAG, Jen Linnan at Linnan Literary Management, and Jamie Coghill at Surpin, Mayersohn & Coghill, LLP.
