OSN launches its second linear channel from Moonbug
Dubai, UAE – 8 January, 2026 – OSN announced a deal with Moonbug Entertainment, a part of Candle Media, to bring its Blippi & Friends channel to families in the Middle East, exclusively on OSNtv as of January 1st, 2026.
Named after Moonbug’s top-rated, live-action preschool brand, Blippi, Blippi & Friends is a 24/7 linear channel for children ages 4-8, available in both English and Arabic languages, including a daily segment for younger preschoolers. OSN is the exclusive home for the Moonbug linear channel, with Blippi & Friends marking the second Moonbug channel to launch on the platform.
Blippi and Friends hosts a 24/7 lineup of shows from the “Blippi” universe, including Blippi Visits, Meekah, Blippi Specials, and Blippi Wonders. Each day, Blippi delivers a bespoke message to young viewers, promoting positive behaviours like physical activity, healthy eating, and a passion for learning.
Other favorites available on the channel include Oddbods, Supa Strikas, and Insectibles. The daily segment designed for younger preschoolers showcases popular shows such as CoComelon, Little Angel, Arpo, and others, encouraging co-viewing among families.
“Blippi is all about inspiring curiosity and a love of learning, and we’re thrilled to expand our partnership with OSN to bring the Blippi & Friends channel to families across the Middle East,” said Dilek Doyran, Head of Channel Partnerships EMEA at Moonbug Entertainment. “As we continue expanding across EMEA, we’re proud to help parents integrate Blippi’s engaging, educational programming into daily family life in both English and Arabic, giving children more opportunities to learn and grow through play.”
Moonbug launched Blippi & Friends in 2024 to coincide with Blippi’s ten-year anniversary. The channel is now available in 35+ countries, including key markets across the Middle East and Asia, such as Malaysia, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Morocco, Oman, and many others. This latest partnership across the Middle East with OSN adds to the momentum of the channel’s expansion across EMEA.
“We’re excited to build on our partnership with Moonbug Entertainment and launch the Blippi & Friends channel exclusively to families in the region on OSNtv,” said Andy Grant, VP Programming at OSN. “This launch reflects our focus on trusted, high-quality kids’ content that families can enjoy together, reinforcing our commitment to carefully curated partnerships.”
The launch further strengthens OSN’s continued ambition to elevate its offering through originals and exclusive partnerships that bring the very best of global and regional entertainment to audiences in the Middle East.
Blippi sparks curiosity in children worldwide by turning real-world learning into playful adventures. The brand has become a global sensation, with over 2 billion average monthly views across platforms and millions of fans around the world.
About Moonbug Entertainment
Moonbug is an award-winning global entertainment company inspiring kids everywhere to laugh, learn and grow. The company is behind some of the biggest kids’ entertainment brands in the world including CoComelon, Blippi, and Little Angel. Moonbug believes every child should have access to entertaining and enriching content, making its shows available on more than 150 video platforms globally including Netflix, Disney+, BBC iPlayer and YouTube Kids. The company is also a global leader in pre-school music and audio experiences, available on 100+ audio platforms globally. Moonbug brands extend far beyond the screen to include streaming music, games and interactive, consumer products, and live events.
Moonbug is part of Candle Media, an independent, creator-friendly home for cutting-edge, high-quality, category-defining brands and franchises. By bringing together elite talent operating at the intersection of content, community, and commerce, it helps to position leading entertainment businesses for accelerated, sustainable growth in the current market and beyond. Candle is run by its Co-Chairmen and Co-CEOs, leading entertainment executives Kevin Mayer and Tom Staggs, and backed by investment capital from funds managed by Blackstone’s flagship private equity business.
About OSN
OSN is the leading service for premium entertainment, servicing the MENA region in 22 countries, featuring exclusive and in-demand premium global and local hit TV series and films. OSN delivers content across multiple divisions: OSN+, OSNtv, and b2b offerings in every market. Home to the most compelling content from around the world, OSN spearheads premium content, including Western, Arabic, Turkish, and more across divisions, distinctively known for broadcasting the latest content on the same day as the US, including popular series, blockbuster movies, and the best in kids and lifestyle programming.
OSN’s ambition is to deliver entertainment everywhere for everyone, which is informed by the company’s three key pillars: A customer-first approach, unrivalled exclusive content, and unbeatable value. By seamlessly bringing together Global Network Partnerships, Studios, and Originals, along with reimagined Linear channels, OSN provides an ecosystem of entertainment.