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Bardel Entertainment

Full-cycle animation studio for TV

Overview

Bardel Entertainment is a Vancouver-based animation studio that provides end-to-end services for TV, film, and digital content, handling 2D and 3D animation, visual effects, and the full pipeline from acquisition and development to production and distribution. It works with major networks and platforms like Netflix, Disney, and HBO to bring projects to screens, operating as a partner rather than owning the IP. The company differentiates itself by offering comprehensive production services to content owners and networks across kids, family, and general-audience shows, including work on popular titles like Rick and Morty and Teen Titans Go!. Its goal is to enable high-quality animated content at scale for partners across television, streaming, and feature formats.

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About Bardel Entertainment

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Why Bardel Entertainment is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

DesignEntertainment

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Canada

Founded

1987

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What believers are saying

  • Bardel is launching a new preschool series in October 2026 with influencer support.
  • Employee count recovered to 201-500 by September 2026, signaling hiring momentum.
  • Bardel’s March 2025 scholarship and VFX push expand recruiting and service mix.

What critics are saying

  • Rick and Morty ended at Bardel in 2025, removing a flagship anchor client.
  • Bardel depends on renewals; one cancelled series idles crews within months.
  • Rainbow’s 2025 monetization pressure can force aggressive cost cuts and project chasing.

What makes Bardel Entertainment unique

  • Bardel runs full animation pipelines for Netflix, Disney, HBO, from development through distribution.
  • Its portfolio spans Rick and Morty, Teen Titans Go!, and The Dragon Prince.
  • Naomi Stopa launched Bardel’s VFX division in August 2025, broadening service scope.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Hybrid Work Options
  • Wellness Program

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