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5 greenlights Woodcut Media’s documentary special The Three Kings of 1936

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Indie prodco Woodcut Media and distributor Woodcut International is pleased to announce a brand-new doc special The Three Kings of 1936 (1 x 90’), greenlit by 5 in the UK. The special is scheduled to TX on 5 on Saturday 7th March, 9pm. The Three Kings of 1936 marks the 90th anniversary of one of the most extraordinary and turbulent years in the history of the British monarchy.   The film explores the whirlwind of events of 1936, starting with the shocking death of George V in January, and his … [Read more...] about 5 greenlights Woodcut Media’s documentary special The Three Kings of 1936

5 comissions two more series of beloved Yorkshire favourite All Creatures Great and Small

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5 has confirmed that treasured series All Creatures Great and Small will return with a double commission announced for series 7 and 8, each comprising of six episodes (6 x 60’) plus Christmas Specials. The series, based on James Herriot’s cherished books, is produced by BAFTA and Golden Globe-winning company Playground (Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light, The Hardacres, The Undeclared War) and MASTERPIECE on PBS, in association with global partner All3Media International. All Creatures Great … [Read more...] about 5 comissions two more series of beloved Yorkshire favourite All Creatures Great and Small

Viacom to acquire Channel 5 Broadcasting

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London and New York – Viacom Inc. and Northern & Shell Media Group announced a definitive agreement for the acquisition of Channel 5 Broadcasting Limited by Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) for £450 million (approximately US$757 million) on May 1. The transaction brings Viacom one of British television’s biggest brands, and the only commercial public service broadcaster to consistently grow viewership share in recent years. Channel 5’s diverse … [Read more...] about Viacom to acquire Channel 5 Broadcasting