Sydney, Australia- Escapade Media has secured worldwide rights, outside of the UK, to Steve Backshall: The Vertical Milea, a new three-part factual series that shows Steve Backshall facing his most personal challenge to date- climbing the north face of the Eiger. This project offers the broadcaster either the series or the live and interactive event. Viewers can follow the 3-day climb via a live stream and through virtual reality with 360 degree filming from the cliff face and daily … [Read more...] about Secured rights for Steve Backshall series
BREAKING NEWS
BBC acquires Stories
BBC Worldwide announced the acquisition of music documentary Stories, from Grammy-nominated producer, song-writer and artist Avicii (AKA Tim Bergling), who will be attending MIPTV in Cannes next month to launch the film. The eagerly-awaited music documentary, traces the global superstar’s phenomenal story, from his early days posting tracks online through to his global chart-topping success. Holding nothing back, Stories shows Avicii’s career in varying lights, … [Read more...] about BBC acquires Stories
Animated shows for UK
Toronto, Canada– 9 Story Media Group announced that it has licensed a trio of hit animated children’s shows to UK broadcasters, as it prepares for this year’s MIPTV. Titles include Daniel Tiger’s Neighbourhood, Nerds and Monsters and Numb Chucks. Cartoonito UK presents the first season of the award-winning preschool series Daniel Tiger’s Neighbourhood which now airs in over 150 countries. A third season was recently approved, for a total … [Read more...] about Animated shows for UK
Suitcase appoints financial controller
Ipswich, UK- Suitcase TV has appointed of a new financial controller, Fiona Watt. She has worked for more than a decade in audit and assurance, most recently at KPMG, comes to Suitcase TV with a wealth of experience and knowledge. She will be fully responsible for the company’s financial activities and new accounts procedures as it continues to grow. Experienced in evaluating companies of varying sizes across a range of different industries, Watt will use her expertise to analyse … [Read more...] about Suitcase appoints financial controller
Globo to announce digital plans
Globo will attend MIPTV 2016 in April, which is held annually in Cannes, France. Besides launching its 2016 catalog to the European market, Globo will also present its experiences in the development of technologies for television and highlight its news coverage plans for the Rio 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games, with the presence of former player and current football commentator Ronaldo Nazário. At MIPTV, the company will present digital innovations in transmission as … [Read more...] about Globo to announce digital plans
Season 8 of Twenty20
Star Gold kick started the 8th edition of its most sought after movie extravaganza – the Twenty20 television festival on 21 May, giving its viewers a once in a lifetime opportunity to be on television. The festival made sure that the movie viewing experience was not just entertaining but also rewarding for film aficionados. The festival showcases some of Bollywood’s biggest blockbusters like Singham Returns, Jai Ho, Bhaag MIlkha Bhaag, Action Jackson, Drishyam and many more. To … [Read more...] about Season 8 of Twenty20