BBC Studios announced that it will launch linear channels BBC Earth and BBC Lifestyle together with on-demand channels BBC First and BBC Brit on Astro, Malaysia’s leading content and entertainment company. BBC Earth and BBC Lifestyle will be available on the Astro platform from 15 September while BBC First and BBC Brit will be available from 15 October. This launch marks an expanded partnership between BBC Studios and Astro. BBC Earth is BBC Studios’ global factual brand that seeks to inspire … [Read more...] about BBC Studios announces expanded partnership with Astro
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BBC Lifestyle and BBC World News launch on AIS in Thailand
BBC Studios announced that it will launch two of its premium channels on AIS, Thailand’s number one digital service provider and network leader. BBC Lifestyle and BBC World News will be made available for the first time on AIS via AIS Play, the leading streaming service in Thailand from 1 September 2021. BBC Lifestyle is a unique entertainment destination brimming with vibrant, fresh and exciting programmes which set trends and guide you into transforming your world; from revamping your home to … [Read more...] about BBC Lifestyle and BBC World News launch on AIS in Thailand
Applause Entertainment and BBC Studios to adapt the British mystery drama series ‘Guilt’ for India
British mystery thriller Guilt will be produced by Aditya Birla Group’s Applause Entertainment in association with BBC Studios India. The Indian version of Guilt, which is yet to be titled, will be directed by Shaad Ali with Jaideep Ahlawat and Mohd Zeeshan Ayyub playing the lead roles. Applause Entertainment, the content studio from the Aditya Birla Group, led by media veteran Sameer Nair has been at the forefront of presenting the most captivating narratives to Indian audiences. The studio … [Read more...] about Applause Entertainment and BBC Studios to adapt the British mystery drama series ‘Guilt’ for India
All3media International signs further deals for ‘Baptiste’ across the world
Leading independent distributor All3Media International has signed a host of new deals for Two Brothers Pictures latest instalment of detective drama Baptiste, ahead of its BBC One premiere in the UK. Following these deals, All3Media International has now sold Baptiste to more than 180 territories across five continents including US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Africa. Broadcast partners include Masterpiece in North America, TOHOKUSHINSHA in Japan, Sky (New Zealand) as well as a pan territory … [Read more...] about All3media International signs further deals for ‘Baptiste’ across the world
Passion Distribution announces series of global sales for history and documentary programming
Passion Distribution has secured a raft of global sales for History and Documentary programming including NUREMBURG: THE NAZIS ON TRIAL (1 x 90’), THE GREAT PLAGUE (3 x 60’) and landmark series 1000 YEARS OF HISTORY (6 x 120’ and 12 x 60’). Documentary NUREMBURG: THE NAZIS ON TRIAL (1 x 90’), uses archive and recently recovered, newly digitised filmed material to follow the twists and turns of the most incredible war crimes trial the world has ever seen. SBS (Australia), HISTOIRE (France), DR … [Read more...] about Passion Distribution announces series of global sales for history and documentary programming
ITV Studios and BBC Studios India ink deal to create premium dramas
ITV Studios and BBC Studios India have signed a production partnership deal to adapt popular ITV Studios scripted dramas in India. BBC Studios India will bring to life the popular ITV Studios hits Gold Digger, Sticks and Stones, Trauma and 35 Days. The deal is the first of its kind and will allow both entities to scale greater heights and reach wider audiences in India with their rich slate of premium dramas. BBC Studios will also look at taking these dramas to the ever-growing popular regional … [Read more...] about ITV Studios and BBC Studios India ink deal to create premium dramas
