U-NEXT Expands Kids Content Offering with New Agreement with BBC Studios

U-NEXT, a video streaming service operated by U-NEXT Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and President: Tenshin Tsutsumi) of the USEN & U-NEXT GROUP, will begin streaming 20 high-quality kids' titles from the UK's BBC Studios starting Friday, March 27. This includes 15 titles making their Japanese debut, such as the award-winning series 'Go Jetters' and 'Hey Duggee'. Under the concept of 'Watch, Read, Learn. U-NEXT for Kids,' U-NEXT has been focusing on its kids' genre, branded as 'U-NEXT Kids.' While already offering a wide lineup of popular domestic and international works, the service is now significantly expanding its selection of BBC Studios programs aimed at preschoolers under the age of six, including 15 series never before released in Japan. Popular preschool series trusted by parents, such as 'Go Jetters,' 'Yakka Dee!,' and 'Stanley,' provide an 'interactive and consistently safe experience' designed by experts in child development. These programs aim to foster imaginative play, social interaction, language skills, and educational value. Additionally, titles featuring simple English will be available with original English audio without Japanese subtitles, making them ideal for early childhood English learning. 'Go Jetters' Series The energetic international heroes Xuli, Kyan, Lars, and Foz—the 'Go Jetters'—are on a mission to learn about fascinating nature and landmarks around the world. However, their missions often turn into chaos due to the mischief of their former student, Grandmaster Glitch. The Go Jetters must work together to protect landmarks from being destroyed and restore them to their original glory. This edutainment series combines adventure, music, and gadgets to help children learn about geography, culture, and the environment in a fun way. Go on a World Adventure!!