Comedy series Uncle follows the misadventures and growing pains of an irresponsible out-of-work musician who forges an unlikely alliance with his neurotic 12-year-old nephew. Thirty-something 'man-child' Andy staggers through life leaving chaos in his wake. So when his sister Sam uses a bit of emotional blackmail to get him to look after her son Errol, how will Andy manage to keep the youngster out of trouble while constantly being knee deep in the stuff himself? In Billy Connolly’s Big … [Read more...] about TVNZ acquires new BBC Worldwide programming
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BBC Worldwide ANZ sells content to ABC
BBC Worldwide ANZ has recently licensed the Australian Broadcasting Corporation a package of premiere factual and entertainment content for ABC1 and ABC2, showcasing the talents of celebrity chat show host Alan Carr and Hollywood star Billy Connolly, along with a range of documentaries and news and current affairs titles. BAFTA award-winning Alan Carr returns with his irrepressible chat show Alan Carr: Chatty Man featuring top-notch guest stars, gossip and a cheeky drink or two from Alan’s … [Read more...] about BBC Worldwide ANZ sells content to ABC
BBC First to launch on Foxtel in August 2014
From August, BBC First on Foxtel will be the new home of premium British drama and comedy in Australia, showcasing the best award-winning, world-renowned programmes and talent in one place for the very first time. BBC First offers programmes with a uniquely British perspective – stories that challenge, immerse and entertain, as well as celebrate humanity in all its fascinating complexity. From features to sweeping series and every configuration in between, BBC First will give its audience … [Read more...] about BBC First to launch on Foxtel in August 2014
Quickflix secures new streaming content
Quickflix Limited (ASX: QFX) announced on February 17 that it has entered into agreements with The Walt Disney Company Australia, NBC Universal and BBC Worldwide ANZ to license popular and award-winning TV series programming for its streaming service. Content licensed under these new agreements include seasons of Emmy® Award-winning drama series Downton Abbey, Golden Globe® Award-winning U.S. comedy series Parks and Recreation, BAFTA-winning Mrs Brown’s Boys and … [Read more...] about Quickflix secures new streaming content
TEN acquires natural history programming from BBC Worldwide ANZ
In a recently-completed deal, BBC Worldwide Australia & New Zealand has licensed Network Ten a package of natural history content, featuring the new three-part series Hidden Kingdoms and brand new content from Sir David Attenborough including David Attenborough’s Natural Curiosities and Attenborough’s Ark. From the series producer behind Planet Earth and South Pacific, Mark Brownlow, and the executive producer … [Read more...] about TEN acquires natural history programming from BBC Worldwide ANZ
New roles for top team at BBC Worldwide Australia & New Zealand
Jon Penn, the new Managing Director for BBC Worldwide Australia & New Zealand (ANZ), has made some strategic changes to key roles in his senior team, to prepare the company for growth in the territory. Deirdre Brennan is to become the Director of Content, taking responsibility for content management and development in the region, overseeing format production, drama investment and the editorial delivery of the ANZ channels. Blair McQuade has taken on the new role of Chief Commercial Officer … [Read more...] about New roles for top team at BBC Worldwide Australia & New Zealand
