The Rubik’s Cube is a pop culture phenomenon, transforming into board games, card games, and miniature versions, as well as making appearances in more than a dozen movies, including The Amazing Spider-Man, Donnie Darko, and Hellboy. The Cube is turning 40 years old next year, and Rubik’s Brand is celebrating the milestone with a range of special events, new products, and partnerships.

Rubik’s Brand is launching a new twisty puzzle created by Ernő Rubik, a series of brand collaborations and global licensing deals, influencer and ambassador programs complemented by a multi-channel social media strategy, a global TV campaign, and a 20-month PR campaign.

Speaking about the partnership, Smiley CEO Nicolas Loufrani says, “It is the only retro game to still be a massive hit with new generations of kids and teens. His creation is above all a work of art, a symbol of pop culture, and this is what made me want to bring the talents of the Smiley studio to leverage this fabulous legacy and work on a brand extension strategy.”

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Jackie Cucco

Jackie Cucco

Jackie Cucco was a Senior Editor of The Toy Book, The Toy Insider, and The Pop Insider. She covered toy trends, pop culture, and entertainment news, and made appearances on national and regional outlets, including CBS, WPIX, News 12, and more. Jackie spends her time watching horror movies and working her way through every Stephen King novel out there.

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