Cartoon Saloon (Breadwinner) Ltd

Cartoon Saloon (Breadwinner) Limited is a world‑renowned Irish animation studio, founded in 1999 by Paul Young, Tom Moore and Nora Twomey. From its creative hub in Kilkenny, the studio crafts brave and beautiful short films, feature‑length movies and television series, earning five Academy Award® nominations, two Golden Globe® nominations and a host of BAFTA® and Emmy® wins. In addition to its celebrated productions, Cartoon Saloon curates Kilkenny Animated, an annual festival that showcases visual storytelling through exhibitions, talks and performances, and marked its 25th anniversary in 2024 with a series of special events.

Beyond the screen, the studio operates a vibrant online store offering a range of merchandise – from plush toys and board games to art books, limited‑edition prints and graphic novels – allowing fans to bring a piece of its distinctive 2‑D artistry into their homes. Cartoon Saloon also nurtures emerging talent, inviting creative professionals to join a collaborative team where traditional art techniques blend seamlessly with digital innovation. Whether you’re a viewer, collector or aspiring animator, Cartoon Saloon delivers compelling stories that celebrate the power of hand‑drawn animation.