Hollywood Ventures Group and Thirteenth Studios Partner to Expand Platinum Universe Library

Hollywood Ventures Group and Thirteenth Studios have formed an exclusive partnership to develop and expand the Platinum Universe, described as one of the largest independent comic book and genre intellectual property libraries in the world. The collaboration, announced Tuesday in Cannes, will focus on long-term activation of the library across film, television, animation, gaming, publishing and emerging media platforms.

The Platinum Universe contains more than 1,300 characters and properties spanning sci-fi, action, fantasy, horror and other genres.

No specific projects have been announced. Initial talks with talent, studios and other partners are underway and further details are expected in the coming months. The partnership is led by the Hollywood Ventures Group team in collaboration with Thirteenth Studios.

Hollywood Ventures Group was launched nearly a year ago by its founder after he left his position as head of physical production for Amazon Original Movies. The company that owns the Platinum Universe library is represented by Ray Ellingsen of Moving Pictures Media Group.

"The world-class teams at Hollywood Ventures Group and Thirteenth Studios provide Platinum Studios with a gateway to global financing and strategic infrastructure, allowing us to rapidly scale our creator-driven library into all forms of media," said the chairman and CEO of Platinum Studios.

The chairman and CEO of Platinum Studios previously oversaw the Men in Black franchise through Platinum and Malibu Comics. Malibu Comics properties include the Ultraverse, Youngblood and Men in Black. The library also includes properties and adaptations such as Cowboys & Aliens, Rob Liefeld’s Youngblood and Supreme.