Kobe Bryant’s production company, Granity Studios, has unveiled a full slate of inspirational sports-themed projects. The full slate of projects includes books, movies, and TV shows geared for a younger audience. Bryant has already won an Oscar for his post-NBA work on the animated short Dear Basketball. He has also worked on the podcast The Punies and produces the series Detail for ESPN.
Bryant released a statement regarding the announcement. “I built Granity Studios as a platform to create and share original stories to inspire today’s young athletes. There’s surprisingly little content that combines the passion of sports and the traditions of original storytelling. Granity Studios will fill that void.”
Bryant continued, “Our team has worked tirelessly to put together an incredible slate of projects that we believe will change how young athletes learn more about themselves, as well as the sports they play. As a creator, producer, and most importantly, the father of three young girls, I continue to be inspired to build a studio that welcomes diverse storytellers who aim to inspire young people to reach their full potential.”
Two young adult novels conceptualized by Bryant will be the first content released. They will follow athletes as they find their inner strength and overcome their obstacles. They will release in 2019 and 2020.
