New York- A+E Networks and AMC Networks jointly announced the launch of the Crime + Investigation channel in Portugal. Crime + Investigation will be the only channel of its kind in Portugal, will be exclusively launched through NOS (channel 113). Crime + Investigation, available in over 125 territories globally, goes far beyond any other crime and investigation channel, satisfying the most curious viewers by taking them on a deep journey through human behavior and motives, as they explore the … [Read more...] about Crime + Investigation Portugal
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AMC Global acquires “The Walking Dead” companion series
New York – Coinciding with an AMC U.S. pickup of two seasons of The Walking Dead companion series (title TBD), AMC Global announced it has acquired international television rights to the series, and plans to air each episode within 24 hours of its U.S. premiere. AMC Global, the international AMC-branded television network, launched in late 2014 and is available in over 115 countries and territories. The Walking Dead Companion Unit Robert Kirkman, Gale Anne Hurd, Greg Nicotero and David … [Read more...] about AMC Global acquires “The Walking Dead” companion series
AMC Networks rebrands MGM channel
New York, NY – AMC Networks announced on August 4 that it is rebranding its MGM Channel as “AMC”. The rebrand marks the first distribution outside of North America for AMC, one of the most popular and award-winning brands in television. AMC will begin launching locally-versioned channel feeds on key cable and satellite platforms across Europe, Latin America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East later this year. Also accompanying these channels will be authenticated AMC VOD, HD … [Read more...] about AMC Networks rebrands MGM channel
AMC Networks re-brands Chellomedia to AMC Networks International
New York, NY – AMC Networks announced on July 8 that it is re-branding Chellomedia to “AMC Networks International”. The company acquired Chellomedia, a collection of television networks distributed worldwide, earlier this year. In addition to Chellomedia, AMC Networks International will also encompass AMC/Sundance Channel Global, which operates in Europe, Latin America, the Mid-East and Asia. “Re-naming Chellomedia is a natural next step as we continue to integrate … [Read more...] about AMC Networks re-brands Chellomedia to AMC Networks International
AMC Networks moves its Head of Business Affairs into new role
New York, NY – AMC Networks announced on June 3 that Marci Wiseman, the current head of business affairs for AMC, is moving into a new role at AMC Networks, as the executive-in-charge of Owned Content Distribution and Strategy. She will report to AMC Networks’ Chief Operating Officer Ed Carroll and will be responsible for expanding the reach of the company’s owned content across its four networks, through non-affiliate distribution agreements, including domestic … [Read more...] about AMC Networks moves its Head of Business Affairs into new role
eOne Television appoints new president of international sector
London/Toronto – Entertainment One Television (eOne Television) announced on May 13 the executive appointment of Stuart Baxter, who joins the company in the role of President, eOne Television International, reporting to eOne Television Chief Executive Officer John Morayniss. eOne Television International is the company’s television sales and distribution arm. In addition to handling the international distribution for eOne-produced content, the division handles third-party … [Read more...] about eOne Television appoints new president of international sector