Hollywood, California – The Jim Henson Company has optioned the rights to author Randi Zuckerberg’s debut picture book, Dot. The book was recently published by Harper Collins, and is illustrated by Joe Berger. The company plans to develop the property into a (52 x 11’) animated television series targeting the bridge market of children ages 5 to 9. Lisa Henson, CEO of The Jim Henson Company, Halle Stanford, EVP, Children’s Entertainment, The Jim … [Read more...] about Jim Henson Company options rights to “Dot”
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ABC releases statement regarding negative coverage
The Australian Broadcasting Commission (ABC) has released a statement from Managing Director Mark Scott, and Director of News, Kate Torney. This is in response to reports by The Australian that the ABC’s Australia Network Asian broadcasting service may be axed in the May budget, due to unhappiness in the Abbott government over perceived overly negative coverage of Australia in the region, in regards to the broadcaster’s claims that navy staff tortured asylum seekers. … [Read more...] about ABC releases statement regarding negative coverage
“Beat the Blondes” to launch in China
After the successful launch of Celebrity Splash in the country, Eyeworks will see the second of its flagship formats produced in China in a year. 3C Media will adapt Beat the Blondes for the market and produce 13 episodes this spring for a selection of regional free TV channels in Jiangxi, Henan, Chongqing, Shanxi, Qingdao TV, and Hubei, with more to be added soon. The deal marks the first production of the hit format in Asia, and will be adapted to include beautiful women … [Read more...] about “Beat the Blondes” to launch in China
Electric Sky gets worldwide rights to Ryan Giggs doc
UK and Hong Kong based distributor Electric Sky has secured international rights to Fulwell 73’s new one-off doc, The Life of Ryan, a 60-minute film that follows Manchester United's most capped player and Wasserman client, Ryan Giggs. Ryan Giggs The Life of Ryan looks back at Giggs’ celebrated 24 record-breaking years at the club; with video diary, archival footage, exclusive access and interviews showing what it’s really like to play football for … [Read more...] about Electric Sky gets worldwide rights to Ryan Giggs doc
MIPTV: FremantleMedia signs up new format “Fittest Family”
London – FremantleMedia has secured the global format rights to Animo TV/Kite Entertainment’s Fittest Family. Currently airing on Irish pubcaster RTÉ One as Ireland’s Fittest Family, the primetime series is fast becoming appointment viewing for families throughout Ireland as the series delivers big numbers in its 7.30pm Saturday slot. The six-part series sees twelve uber fit … [Read more...] about MIPTV: FremantleMedia signs up new format “Fittest Family”
beIN SPORTS launches on TrueVisions
Bangkok – Thailand’s cable satellite television operator TrueVisions have launched global sports channel beIN SPORTS on its platform, which will feature a line-up of content in high-definition. The channel beIN SPORTS 1 began its live broadcast on TrueVisions on February 5, and fans can look forward to premium live content that includes football content from leagues around the world: such as the Scottish Professional Football League, Major League Soccer (MLS); club content … [Read more...] about beIN SPORTS launches on TrueVisions