New York – AMC/ Sundance Channel Global, the international division of AMC Networks, has announced a slew of new worldwide launches for Sundance Channel and WE tv. Bruce Tuchman, President of AMC/ Sundance Channel Global, made the announcements ahead of the company’s participation at CASBAA.In Korea, Sundance Channel has been launched on leading IPTV provider LG Korea as a 24-hour linear high definition network. The network is already carried in the region on Skylife, and Olleh … [Read more...] about Sundance Channel and WE tv expand across Asia and Latin America
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Mike Hopkins named CEO of Hulu
Los Angeles - The Hulu Board of Directors has named Mike Hopkins the Company’s new CEO. Hopkins, a Hulu Board Director since 2011, has served as President of Distribution for Fox Networks Group, a division of 21st Century Fox, since 2008. Hopkins will be based at Hulu’s headquarters in Los Angeles, and his appointment is effective immediately.“After an extensive search, Mike was simply the best candidate for the job. He has a strong understanding of programming, digital … [Read more...] about Mike Hopkins named CEO of Hulu
StarHub to offer seven new Indian channels
Singapore – StarHub TV has launched a new array of Indian channels ranging from food to drama. These seven new channels are Life OK, NDTV 24x7, NDTV Good Times, Verna, V Tamizh, Zee Khana Khazana and Zee TV HD. Also, nine Indian channels will be made available on TV Anywhere. Apart from Life OK, customers can catch the remaining six newly launched channels, as well as three existing ones, Vannathirai, Zee Cinema and Zee TV on TV Anywhere. Free … [Read more...] about StarHub to offer seven new Indian channels
Stan Lee’s new Indian superhero to debut on Cartoon Network
Mumbai – Cartoon Network, Graphic India and POW! Entertainment have announced a partnership that will bring Stan Lee’s first-ever Indian superhero to life. The movie, 66 minutes in length, is called Chakra: The Invincible and will premiere on Cartoon Network in 34 million households in India on November 30, 2013.Talking about his first-ever Indian superhero, Stan Lee said, "I am incredibly excited to be collaborating with my friends at Graphic India as we launch … [Read more...] about Stan Lee’s new Indian superhero to debut on Cartoon Network
E! rated top English pay-TV channel among Singaporean women
Singapore – In September 2013, E! was the No. 1 English pay-TV channel during primetime (out of 40 channels) among women 20-44 and PMEBS. E!’s Fashion Police is the No. 1 English pay-TV broadcast for women 20-44 for the month of September. 11 of the top 20 English GE and lifestyle telecasts among the same audience are from E!, with shows such as E! News and Keeping up with the Kardashians. E! will launch the third of its E! News Asia specials … [Read more...] about E! rated top English pay-TV channel among Singaporean women
“The Walking Dead” S4 premieres in the U.S. with highest-rated episode
New York, NY – AMC’s The Walking Dead returned for its fourth season, delivering the highest ratings of any episode in series history. The S4 premiere was watched by 16.1 million total viewers and 10.4 million adults aged 18-49. The Walking Dead continues to be the No. 1 show on all of U.S. television among the 18-49 demographic. The 2013/ 4 season to date ranks as the No. 1 telecast in adults 18-49, outperforming all programmes. With time-shifted … [Read more...] about “The Walking Dead” S4 premieres in the U.S. with highest-rated episode