CNN’s Piers Morgan will be LIVE on location in London, broadcasting for the 2012 Olympic Summer Games which will air globally on CNN International and in the United States on CNN/U.S. CNN’s primary LIVE location in London is a panoramic view of Olympic Park and Olympic Stadium. With a reach of more than 200 countries, CNN International will expand its Olympic Summer Games coverage with World Sport, which airs LIVE several times a day. Former Olympic Gold Medalist Linford Christie … [Read more...] about CNN’s Piers Morgan Tonight and World Sport to go LIVE from London Games
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BBC Worldwide secures first look deal with See-Saw Films
BBC Worldwide has signed a first look deal with See-Saw Films’ newly launched television arm. This gives the distributor a first look at all of See-Saw’s television productions. The deal is another significant step in See-Saw’s expansion into the television arena having recently partnered with BBC Worldwide on Jane Campion’s Top of the Lake. This announcement follows See-Saw’s recent hiring of Jamie Laurenson, who has now started as the company’s Head of … [Read more...] about BBC Worldwide secures first look deal with See-Saw Films
NBC enters co-production remake of Dracula
Universal City, California, and London – NBC and Sky Living HD have announced the co-production of Dracula, a provocative new drama series version of the classic Bram Stoker novel starring Golden Globe winner Jonathan Rhys Meyers (The Tudors, Elvis) in the title role. Dracula is from the producers behind the critically acclaimed, Emmy Award-winning series Downton Abbey. Carnival Films & Television, along with Flame Ventures and Playground, will begin production later this year. The … [Read more...] about NBC enters co-production remake of Dracula
A+E Networks strengthens presence in Asia
New York – A+E Networks has finalized licensing agreements with broadcasters in Asia for a number of series and specials, according to Marielle Zuccarelli, Managing Director, International Content Distribution for A+E Networks. Ling-Sze Gan, Senior Director, International Content Sales, Asia, said, “This year, our sales are soaring throughout Asia, which has enabled us to further strengthen our presence in this vital market. We have a fantastic library of high quality content and … [Read more...] about A+E Networks strengthens presence in Asia
BBC World News’ Mishal Husain Meets to highlight ambition, change and talent
Singapore – BBC World News has announced Mishal Husain Meets, a new series that profiles six well-known Asian personalities, including scientists, actors, sports personalities and artists. Filmed at the NYU Tisch School of The Arts in Singapore, the six-part series will be fronted by BBC presenter Mishal Husain and will find out what it takes to launch a successful business and career—from the astrophysicist who put the first Malaysian astronaut into space, to Singapore’s … [Read more...] about BBC World News’ Mishal Husain Meets to highlight ambition, change and talent
ABS-CBN’s “Walang Hanggan” hits 44.5% TV ratings
ABS-CBN’s primetime drama series Walang Hanggan (The Eternal) hits a record-high 44% audience share or a 44.5% TV ratings last June 25 across urban and rural areas in the Philippines, according to audience research group Kantar Media. Walang Hanggan, which is now on its extended season, features a tale of three generations of characters caught in the intricate web of love, revenge, sacrifice, and deception. It highlights ABS-CBN’s creative excellence in producing content that answers … [Read more...] about ABS-CBN’s “Walang Hanggan” hits 44.5% TV ratings