Ahead of the highly anticipated launch of series two later this year, Ludwig - the BBC’s biggest scripted series since 2024 - has been commissioned for a third run on BBC iPlayer and BBC One. The series is a Big Talk Studios (part of ITV Studios) production in association with That Mitchell And Webb Company and is a ZDF co-production for Germany. Series one was the biggest launch for a comedy on the BBC since at least 2018, attracting 9.5 million viewers (28-day figure), episode one has … [Read more...] about Record-breaking BBC comedy Ludwig commissioned for third series
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CBC Launches Q with Tom Power FAST Channel Showcasing Original Star-Studded Interviews
CBC has announced the launch of the Q with Tom Power free ad-supported streaming channel, featuring award-winning, in-depth conversations with arts and entertainment A-listers and rising stars. The new FAST channel is available now in Canada on CBC Gem and the Q with Tom Power YouTube Channel. The channel, boasting Q’s vast catalogue of in-depth conversations, joins CBC’s entertainment portfolio of FAST channels including CBC Comedy, Heartland, Murdoch Mysteries, and Schitt’s Creek. “Tom’s … [Read more...] about CBC Launches Q with Tom Power FAST Channel Showcasing Original Star-Studded Interviews
Leader provides T&M for global broadcast of Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Barcelona’s Sagrada Família
Test & measurement innovator, Leader Electronics of Europe, has announced that two of its leading products, the PHABRIX Qx rasterizer and LeaderPhabrix LPX500 waveform monitor, were employed during the live production of the recent event held at the Basilica of the Sagrada Família in Barcelona, Spain. Taking place on June 10, the production captured a historic visit by Pope Leo XIV to the church, marking both the centenary of the death of the basilica’s legendary architect, Antoni Gaudí, and … [Read more...] about Leader provides T&M for global broadcast of Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Barcelona’s Sagrada Família
Lucas Meurin joins ZED as New Sales Manager for France and sub-Saharan
ZED hires Lucas Meurin to join its Distribution team as sales manager for France and sub-Saharan Africa. A graduate with a Master’s degree in Business, Lucas Meurin brings over eight years of experience in audiovisual distribution. He began his career at Canal+ International before joining Great Point Media (London), where he progressed from Sales Team Assistant to Senior Commercial Associate. In 2023, he moved to BBC Studios, first as International Acquisitions Manager, then as Business … [Read more...] about Lucas Meurin joins ZED as New Sales Manager for France and sub-Saharan
Passion Distribution Announces Second International Commission for Breakout Format Virgin Island
Passion Distribution has announced the second international commission of Virgin Island, the groundbreaking social-experiment format that has become one of TV’s most talked-about formats. Following record-breaking streaming performances (season 1 in 2025, season 2 in 2026) on Channel 4 (UK) and its first international commission by Dutch public broadcaster BNNVARA, the format has now been adapted for Germany. Produced by RTL Studios for RTL+, the series recently completed filming at a … [Read more...] about Passion Distribution Announces Second International Commission for Breakout Format Virgin Island
Something Special Announces Korean Format Acquisitions for International Distribution
Something Special - the number one independent Seoul-based international Format agency CEO, Founder & Executive Producer JinWoo Hwang and InSoon Kim, Co-CEO, Chief Business Officer announced the acquisition of three popular new Korean formats for international distribution – The Scout, a transformational singing reality show; family travel reality series Granny Goes Global; and From Unknown to Legend a talent competition program. The Scout: The Scout is a singing talent competition format … [Read more...] about Something Special Announces Korean Format Acquisitions for International Distribution
