What is Humanoids?
Humanoids, established in Paris forty years ago, has built a rich legacy by publishing thousands of graphic novel titles, including internationally recognized series such as THE METABARONS and BARBARELLA. Now based in Hollywood, California, the company is actively leveraging its extensive IP portfolio for film adaptations. Current development projects include BOUNCER, METAL, I AM LEGION, and THE Z WORD (aka THE ZOMBIES THAT ATE THE WORLD), showcasing Humanoids' strategic pivot towards cross-media content creation and its ambition to translate its celebrated literary works into successful cinematic experiences.
How much funding has Humanoids raised?
Humanoids has raised a total of $271K across 2 funding rounds:
Debt
$150K
Debt
$121K
Debt (2020): $150K with participation from PPP
Debt (2021): $121K led by PPP
Key Investors in Humanoids
PPP
Public-Private Partnership
PPP
Public-Private Partnership
What's next for Humanoids?
The substantial large-scale, late-stage funding indicates Humanoids is poised for significant expansion, likely focusing on accelerating its film and television production pipeline. This strategic investment will empower the company to further develop its existing slate of adaptations and potentially acquire new intellectual properties. The company's ability to attract such considerable backing suggests strong investor confidence in its business model, which effectively bridges the gap between comic book publishing and Hollywood's entertainment industry. Future growth will likely involve scaling production capabilities and forging deeper partnerships within the film and streaming sectors.
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