Warner Bros. Animation, Hanna-Barbera Europe
Developing Animated Series 'Hit Squad,'
Based on the Work of 'Thunderbirds' Creator Gerry Anderson
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From the Annecy Animation Festival, Warner Bros. Animation
has revealed that its Hanna-Barbera Studios Europe team is
developing a "Hit Squad" animated series based on the work
of iconic British producer Gerry Anderson. The show is
being developed with a team at Anderson Entertainment, led
by Gerry's son Jamie.

The show's official description reads: "From the world of
Gerry Anderson, 'Hit Squad' is an espionage action-comedy.
Set in 1990s London, the series follows an international
team of talented spies hellbent on putting death before
dishonour as they battle the murky world of hidden foes
and dangerous villains.ÿ This full puppet show is next
generation Supermarionation for an adult audience."

Hanna-Barbera Studios Europe is producing "Hit Squad" with
Warner Bros. Animation, Mr Morris Productions and Anderson
Entertainment. The project is being executive produced by
Jamie Anderson and directed by veteran director Darren
Walsh, whose eclectic credits include "Lego City
Adventures," "Angry Kid" (voicing and directing) and
"Shawn the Sheep." Emmy-winning "Black Mirror" producer
Russel McLean is producing.

Gerry Anderson was a pioneering British TV and film
producer best known for his innovative work with marionettes
and his unique style, which he famously dubbed
Supermarionation. Anderson gained wide acclaim in the 1960s
with a string of groundbreaking sci-fi series that pushed
the boundaries of children's programming at the time. His
most iconic creation, 1965's "Thunderbirds," combined
futuristic storytelling with intricate models and was an
enduring hit in the U.K. and abroad, often referenced,
spoofed and honored by other artists in the decades since.

Other standout Anderson creations include "Stingray,"
"Captain Scarlet" and "Space: 1999." The groundbreaking
filmmaker's work still maintains its distinct charm six
decades later. Today, Anderson Entertainment, led by Jamie
Anderson, is preserving and reimagining his father's legacy
through new productions, licensing, merchandising and
direct-to-consumer efforts. With expanding global reach and
strategic partnerships, the company is blending classic
appeal with modern innovation to revitalize one of Britain's
most iconic entertainment brands.



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