The new Fifty Fathoms and Keshet UK series The A Word aired for the first time on BBC One and held an average of 4.7 million viewers, which increased to 5 million in the final 15 minutes. The numbers were double that on ITV1 and Channel 4 and 1.2% above the average annual share for the slot. The show has since become the most the second most-watched on BBC iPlayer. The impact of the premiere was also demonstrated through social media activity which revealed a nationwide conversation about … [Read more...] about The A Word premiere’s success
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BBC One commissions Dragonfly
Dragonfly has been commissioned by BBC One to produce a one-hour documentary that explores the impact of a new screening test that is said to detect Down’s syndrome in 99% of pregnancies. Actress Sally Phillips, a mother to a child with Down’s syndrome sets out to explore this emotionally charged debate and ask what effect the test could have on our society. Sally asks what the impact of this scientific breakthrough will be on the future of Down’s syndrome, at a time when … [Read more...] about BBC One commissions Dragonfly
BBC One commissions gripping drama
BBC One announced the commission of a gripping new TV drama based on the true stories of murderer John Christie, his wife Ethel, and their neighbour Timothy Evans. The 3x60’ drama is made by BBC Drama Production in association with Bandit Television, for BBC One. Filming will begin at the end of March at the BBC Scotland drama studios in Dumbarton. … [Read more...] about BBC One commissions gripping drama
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9 Story a Go! Toronto, Canada– 9 Story Media Group announced that it has secured several deals in Australia for the hit animated series Wild Kratts, including broadcast placement with Channel Nine’s Go! Channel. Roadshow Entertainment has picked up the home video rights and Wicked Cool Toys has appointed Hunter Products to distribute the toy line. HITS deals with CNS Singapore/Taipei– HITS announced its latest deal to enter into its seventh market with China Network … [Read more...] about Latest Deals
The A Word’s stellar cast
London– The A Word, a new 6-part drama series announced its stellar line-up consisting of Christopher Eccleston, Lee Ingleby, Morven Christie, Greg McHugh, Vinette Robinson and Max Vento. The series will be shot on location in The Lake District and also at Machester’s Space Project. Based on a Keshet International and July August Productions’ series and drama format, filming for the series will continue until early 2016 and a late spring TX is anticipated. The A Word will be … [Read more...] about The A Word’s stellar cast
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