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TBS Invests $150M in Legendary for Japanese IP Development

1/16/2026

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Tokyo Broadcasting System (TBS) and Legendary Entertainment formed a non-exclusive agreement to develop Japanese IP, with TBS investing $150 million for a minority stake.
Legendary remains owned by its management and Apollo affiliates, and the deal ties its production expertise to TBS's Japan reputation.
Legendary is pursuing Japanese IP projects, including Godzilla x Kong: Supernova and Gundam.
The collaboration aims to expand global relationships and grow with local companies.

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Story summary

Tokyo Broadcasting System (TBS) and Legendary Entertainment formed a non-exclusive agreement to develop Japanese IP, with TBS investing $150 million for a minority stake.
Legendary remains owned by its management and Apollo affiliates, and the deal ties its production expertise to TBS's Japan reputation.
Legendary is pursuing Japanese IP projects, including Godzilla x Kong: Supernova and Gundam.
The collaboration aims to expand global relationships and grow with local companies.