The South China Morning Post announced that it has reached an exclusive agreement with Discovery Networks Asia Pacific for the broadcast rights for Eat China. The series will air across 39 territories across APAC and will be available across non-standard TV platforms, including AVOD and SVOD. Eat China is produced by Goldthread, SCMP’s video-first culture publication focused on exploring trends and human interest stories in today's China through its food, people, and travel. The programme … [Read more...] about Discovery Networks Asia Pacific partners with SCMP to showcase new food series on Asian Food Network
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‘The Rookie’ starring Nathan Fillion is coming to AXN Asia starting 23 February
If you are craving for a police drama that is inspired by a true story, The Rookie is an action-packed procedural drama that you may want to check out. Divorced and in his forties, John Nolan (Nathan Fillion) proves that there is no expiration date when it comes to pursuing his dream. Following a life-altering event, John decides to take on the challenge of becoming a police officer at the Los Angeles Police Department. Season 1 and 2 of The Rookie will be coming to our screens for … [Read more...] about ‘The Rookie’ starring Nathan Fillion is coming to AXN Asia starting 23 February
Discovery, Inc. names Selina Govan as Director of Corporate Communications for APAC region
Discovery, Inc., the global leader in real life entertainment, announced that Selina Govan has been promoted to Director, Corporate Communications, APAC. She previously oversaw Corporate Communications for the company’s Australia and New Zealand business. Govan is based out of Sydney, Australia, and will report directly to Simon Robinson, President and Chief Transformation Officer, APAC, at Discovery, Inc. “Selina has been central to Discovery’s communications strategy in her region since … [Read more...] about Discovery, Inc. names Selina Govan as Director of Corporate Communications for APAC region
Astro is offering its customers a free preview of its biggest movie hits from 11 to 21 February
In appreciation of its recent win at the Putra Brand Awards 2020, Astro is pleased to extend free preview of selected movie channels on TV and Astro GO* to all Astro customers from 11 to 21 February 2021. Astro customers will be able to enjoy endless entertainment of the biggest blockbuster movies on HBO (CH411 HD/CH431), FOX Movies (CH413 HD/CH433), FOX Action Movies HD (CH415), FOX Family Movies HD (CH414), CINEMAX (CH412 HD/CH432) and tvN Movies HD (CH416). These include popular Hollywood … [Read more...] about Astro is offering its customers a free preview of its biggest movie hits from 11 to 21 February
Beyond Rights acquires ‘The World According to Grandpa’
Beyond Rights is pleased to announce that it has acquired the worldwide distribution rights for vibrant new kids’ series The World According to Grandpa, which it will be officially launching to the international market during Kidscreen. Produced by Saffron Cherry TV for Channel 5 in the UK, The World According to Grandpa (25 x 11) is a colourful new series for three to seven-year-olds that blends live-action and animation. In each episode, Grandpa whisks one of his four grandchildren away - … [Read more...] about Beyond Rights acquires ‘The World According to Grandpa’
Discovery, Inc. promotes Lynn Ng to Vice President, Head of Content, Asia Pacific
Discovery, Inc. announced the promotion of Lynn Ng to Vice President, Head of Content, Asia-Pacific. In this role, Ng will continue to spearhead the region’s Content Strategy and Acquisitions, as well as Content Curation, Media Planning and Creative. Simon Robinson, Discovery President, APAC, said, “Lynn has been a champion of Discovery’s content since joining the organisation 19 years ago, and most recently, has done a fantastic job driving our strategy across Asia-Pacific to significant … [Read more...] about Discovery, Inc. promotes Lynn Ng to Vice President, Head of Content, Asia Pacific