Dominic Treadwell-Collins is to launch a new scripted label within ITV Studios. Treadwell-Collins is the executive producer behind the multi-award winning A Very English Scandal and his label, based out of ITV Studios’ London HQ, will focus on creating high-end returning series for the UK and international market, building on ITV Studios’ burgeoning scripted slate and stable of world-class producers. Working with both new and established talent, Treadwell-Collins will be showrunner … [Read more...] about Dominic Treadwell-Collins launches new label within ITV Studios
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Korea Telecom Group’s Skylifetv partners with Discovery Networks Asia Pacific
Korean Telecom announced a content partnership agreement with Discovery that includes the launch of a production company by Discovery Networks Asia Pacific and Skylifetv to create original, high-quality, non-scripted Korean entertainment content both for Korean and International audiences. The agreement was ratified during a signing ceremony at the Four Seasons Hotel, Seoul in the presence of Mr. Hyun-Mo Koo (President, KT Customer & Media), Mr. Kook-Hyun Kang (CEO, KT Skylife), … [Read more...] about Korea Telecom Group’s Skylifetv partners with Discovery Networks Asia Pacific
all3media International signs multiple pre-sales for new ITV true crime drama
Leading independent distributor all3media international has signed a host of pre-sales for White House Farm, the upcoming factual drama starring Freddie Fox, Mark Addy, Stephen Graham and Gemma Whelan. Deals include the acquisition of digital rights in the US by WarnerMedia for streaming service HBO Max. Produced by New Pictures in association with all3media international, White House Farm will debut on ITV in the UK in 2020. The six-part drama centres on an infamous true crime … [Read more...] about all3media International signs multiple pre-sales for new ITV true crime drama
Blue Ant International announces sales of Prison
Blue Ant International announces the sale of Prison (3 x 60’) to nine additional international broadcasters across 82 territories. The broadcast deals roll out on the heels of several wins for Prison season one for Best Documentary Series at the Grierson Awards, the Royal Television Society Awards, and the Broadcast Awards. The series also received a 2019 BAFTA nomination for Best Factual Series. The distributor also announces the release of Prison (3 x 60’) season two, available for presale … [Read more...] about Blue Ant International announces sales of Prison
HBO Asia original Invisible Stories to premiere January 2020
HBO Asia’s newest Asia Original, Invisible Stories shines light into dark corners and tells untold stories from the heartlands in a fictional neighbourhood housing estate in multi-cultural Singapore. Filmed entirely on location in Singapore, the six-episode half-hour drama series premieres 5 January at 10pm on HBO GO and HBO. Each episode follows one resident as he or she navigates through everyday life and its challenges. These stories include the ups and downs of a mother and her autistic … [Read more...] about HBO Asia original Invisible Stories to premiere January 2020
Breakthrough Entertainment announces deal with A+E Networks UK
Breakthrough Entertainment proudly announces the sale of Cruise Ship Killers to A+E Networks UK, for their true crime channel, Crime + Investigation. The deal covers the UK + Ireland, Poland, Central Eastern Europe, Netherlands + Belgium, Greece and Middle East. The 26x60’ factual true crime series from Farpoint Films exposes the best kept secret of the billion-dollar cruise ship industry: your life is at risk when you embark on a cruise. Since 2011, more than 200 … [Read more...] about Breakthrough Entertainment announces deal with A+E Networks UK