In a surprising turn of events, the star symbol of Ralph Lauren's fashion empire has been portrayed as an art thief in a new cinematic production.
Ralph Lauren's iconic mascot, the Polo Bear, is making a big leap onto the silver screen with the release of the animated film, The Polo Bear Chronicles: Operation Black Tie. Scheduled to debut on August 14, 2025, at 9 AM ET on YouTube[1][2][3][4][5], this stylish spy-themed short film promises to be an exciting venture for both fans of the Polo Bear and animation enthusiasts alike.
The storyline unfolds as the Polo Bear, known for his calm and refined demeanour, leaves his jazz-filled Manhattan life behind to embark on a sophisticated art recovery mission. Accompanied by a streetwise pigeon sidekick[10], the Polo Bear navigates through various locations such as brownstones, beaches, polo games, and glittering galas, all while outwitting socialites and security[12]. The mission is to recover priceless artwork, a feat that is described as the most refined art recovery of the century[11].
The film, which marks Ralph Lauren's first foray into animation[2], follows the Polo Bear as he solves a mysterious theft[3]. In the teaser released on Monday[6], the Polo Bear is depicted living in a Manhattan townhouse with a taste for the finer things[9]. A teaser trailer for the film was also dropped today[5], offering a glimpse into the film's stylish and comedic tone, which beautifully encapsulates Ralph Lauren’s timeless fashion aesthetic[1][3].
For those eager to catch a sneak peek, stills from the project are available to view[15]. As the release date approaches, anticipation for this animated adventure grows, promising to bring the beloved Polo Bear character to life on screen for the first time[1][3]. So, mark your calendars for August 14 and get ready to join the Polo Bear on this stylish and sophisticated adventure!
[1] https://www.ralphlauren.com/news/the-polo-bear-chronicles-operation-black-tie [2] https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/ralph-lauren-unveils-first-ever-animated-film-polo-bear-1235153936/ [3] https://www.wmagazine.com/story/ralph-lauren-animated-film-polo-bear-chronicles [4] https://www.vogue.com/article/ralph-lauren-animated-short-film-the-polo-bear-chronicles-operation-black-tie [5] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ (Teaser Trailer) [6] https://www.businessoffashion.com/articles/news-analysis/ralph-lauren-unveils-first-ever-animated-film-the-polo-bear-chronicles-operation-black-tie [7] https://www.instagram.com/p/Cd956RcJL0J/ (Stills from the project) [15] https://www.imdb.com/title/tt16198340/ (IMDb page for The Polo Bear Chronicles: Operation Black Tie)
In the animated film, The Polo Bear Chronicles: Operation Black Tie, Ralph Lauren's Polo Bear embarks on an art recovery mission, venturing into the realm of movies-and-tv and entertainment. As the story unfolds, the Polo Bear visits various locations, such as art galleries and glittering galas, as part of his art recovery endeavour, showcasing his affinity for art.
