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The comedy institution plans to release other Web3 projects based on the Lampoon’s IP with the production studio.
By J. Clara Chan
National Lampoon, the comedy institution that first launched as a magazine spinoff of Harvard University’s Harvard Lampoon before expanding into radio and film, is partnering with the Web3-focused entertainment studio Non-Fungible Films to release NFTs and other projects based on the Lampoon’s IP.
The Lampoon follows other institutions seeking to monetize their IP via NFTs and other blockchain-based projects, including studios like Paramount and networks like ESPN. Non-Fungible Films, which has a separate production partnership with WME to create web3 projects, is currently in development for a TV series based on the Bored Ape Yacht Club, a collection of NFTs that gives holders access to perks like in-person events and members-only online spaces.
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The first NFTs from the pact between National Lampoon and Non-Fungible Films will be a collection of commemorative art, though those will only be released to users who have an “executive producer” pass with Non-Fungible Films. The two companies have not shared further details about other projects in the works.
“We could not think of a better production partner to incubate and create Web3 IP with than Non-Fungible Films,” Raj Singh, a National Lampoon board member, said in a statement. “Their passionate and loyal fans are a natural fit, and those who have grown up with our brand are ready for a disruptive NFT experience.”
August 9, 10:33 a.m. PT: Updated to reflect Raj Singh’s title with National Lampoon.
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