Mediatoon Distribution will handle the international sales of the Ankama upcoming kids animated show Montclair & The Mechanical Mysteries, currently in production and expected to be fully delivered in Spring 2026. Commissioned by France Télévisions, the adventure/fantasy series counts 26 episodes of 22 minutes each, and targets children aged 6 to 9.
Coproduced by Pictanovo and Belvision, sister company of Mediatoon, the show is already presold to TV5Monde and follows Montclair, a young inventor brimming with ideas. Each episode throws him into a new challenge against Hector de la Tour, a clumsy villain determined to conquer the world with his maleficent machine. Joining Montclair on his quest are Abigail, a ghost escaped from a Scottish castle, along with Lison and Emile, the intrepid neighbors. With their missions unfolding across Paris’s most iconic landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower and Montmartre, the eclectic group embarks on a series of fantastic adventures, blending creative flair and teamwork to always save the day.
Montclair & The Mechanical Mysteries is adapted from the 16 volumes of the French book collection Les Aventures Fantastiques de Sacré-Cœur, and expands this rich universe, introducing new antagonists, settings, and intriguing plots.
Morgann Favennec, Deputy Manager of Mediatoon Distribution, says: “We couldn’t be more excited about Ankama’s latest top-tier production! Every new visual and script reveals a Paris full
of surprises - familiar in some ways, but with a magical twist that makes you see it differently. The creative team is bursting with ideas, and it really shows in this fresh and exciting take on the city”.
Patricia Robert, Director of Audiovisual at Ankama Animations, adds: “We are delighted to continue our collaboration with Mediatoon Distribution on Montclair & The Mechanical Mysteries. Their expertise and international reach are valuable assets in supporting this ambitious series. This partnership marks a promising new chapter for Ankama Animations”.
