About
THE VAULT
The Vault is an episodic anthology series inspired by Stan Lee’s unpublished archive. Each story highlights the talents and resilience of young people navigating a rapidly changing world shaped by technology, modern threats, and everyday challenges.
While Stan Lee is best known for creating iconic superheroes, he also believed that heroism exists within all of us. In The Vault, the heroes aren’t superhuman—they’re ordinary young people with exceptional skills, flaws, and determination. When faced with extraordinary circumstances, they rise to the occasion—and that’s how legends are made.
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THE TEAM
The Vault is a development of Talesphere Studios, a joint venture between Kartoon Studios and Aeth Entertainment, for the creation of live action entertainment geared towards youth and family audiences.
PRODUCERS
Andy Heyward
CEO Kartoon Studios, Chairman of Stan Lee Universe
Emmy Award–winning producer Andy Heyward has created more episodes of children’s television than any other producer. After graduating from UCLA with a B.A. in Philosophy in 1975, he began his career at Hanna-Barbera as a writer and story editor, contributing to iconic series such as Scooby-Doo, The Flintstones, The Jetsons, The Smurfs, and Yogi Bear. In 1980, he joined DIC Audiovisual in France, where he co-created Inspector Gadget in 1982 and went on to produce more than 5,000 episodes of award-winning children’s programming. His work spans globally recognized franchises including Alvin and the Chipmunks, G.I. Joe, Hello Kitty, Sonic the Hedgehog, Super Mario Bros., Strawberry Shortcake, Care Bears, Captain Planet, Sailor Moon, Madeline, and Where on Earth Is Carmen Sandiego?
Today, as a leader at Kartoon Studios, Heyward continues to develop and license major brands such as Stan Lee Universe, Baby Genius, and Warren Buffett’s Secret Millionaires Club. A pioneer in educational television, he helped establish the first voluntary programming guidelines for children’s TV in collaboration with the National PTA, NEA, UCLA, and the FCC, and has produced extensive educational content and public service campaigns. His achievements have earned him multiple honors, including two Emmy Awards, numerous nominations, and induction into the KidScreen Hall of Fame. Heyward remains active in philanthropy and mentorship, serving on the board of Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and supporting UCLA’s mentoring programs.
A significant influence on Heyward’s career was his longstanding relationship with Stan Lee, who served as both a mentor and close friend over several decades. The two collaborated extensively, sharing a vision for expanding storytelling across new media platforms. In his later years, Lee entrusted Heyward with stewardship of his creative legacy, reflecting a deep level of trust in Heyward’s ability to honor and extend his work. Their enduring partnership was rooted in mutual respect, creativity, and a shared commitment to inspiring audiences around the world.
Eric Woods
CEO, Aeth Entertainment
Eric Woods has produced over 150 films and series for theatrical release, TV broadcast and streaming services. Eric’s films include LOOKING THROUGH WATER starring Michael Douglas, David Morse and Walker Scobell, CHRISTMAS WITH THE CAMPBELL’S starring Brittany Snow and Justin Long, SPREAD starring Harvey Keitel, Elizabeth Gillies, and Teri Polo, THE WRONG DAUGHTER starring Sydney Sweeney, and INCARCERATED starring Paul Johansson and Jason Wiles, to name a few. Eric produced Tom DeLonge’s (Blink 182) directorial debut, MONSTERS OF CALIFORNIA, and has produced horror films including REQUIEM FOR A SCREAM, FINALROSE, and UNBORN and comedy films including CRUSHED, MAGIC CARPET RIDES, and CLASSMATES.
Carla Woods
President, Aeth Entertainment
Carla Woods transitioned from a successful career in building and acquiring high-tech businesses to financing impactful films, including the groundbreaking documentary about the pharmaceutical industry, FIGHT TO LIVE, by Academy Award-winning director, Barbara Kopple, and went on to finance and produce more than 80 films. As co-founder and COO of Cartel Pictures, she built the infrastructure and operations that enabled the production and delivery of over 20 pictures per year. At Aeth Entertainment, she is spearheading the acquisition and development of a slate of new films and series based on inhouse development, and acquired rights.
