Paramount Global Content Distribution has announced that it has licensed the new eight-part historical epic drama KING & CONQUEROR in more than 100 markets globally and more to follow. The series is produced by The Development Partnership, Rabbit Track Pictures, Shepherd Content, RVK Studios and CBS Studios, in association with the BBC. KING & CONQUEROR has been licensed to major platforms in key markets around the world including: Prime Video (United States) HBO … [Read more...] about Paramount Global Content Distribution Secures Licensing Deals for King & Conqueror In Over 100 Markets Globally
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BBC Sport delivers world class broadcast with Vizrt XR for Lionesses win
For this summer’s Women’s Euros 2025, BBC Sport, in partnership with Vizrt and creative studio Lightwell, delivered a broadcast that reflected the momentum and maturity of women’s sport – raising the production standard to match its rising audience. The BBC reported 12.2 million peak audience for the Lionesses win over Spain, making it the most watched television moment of 2025 across all broadcasts. For the entire tournament, the BBC reported a total TV reach figure of 22.1m, with total … [Read more...] about BBC Sport delivers world class broadcast with Vizrt XR for Lionesses win
Bonnie and Braw Cartùns unveils new adult animated series The Rejects
Bonnie and Braw Cartùns, the first Scottish animation company ever awarded Scottish EDGE funding, has announced its latest animated series: The Rejects, an irreverent, heartfelt adult animation about the forgotten sidekicks of history’s most iconic legends - marking a bold step in establishing Scotland as a global home for original IP. The series, now in paid development with Screen Scotland and international LGBTQ+ Canadian-based network OutTV, will be co-produced by Emmy award-winner … [Read more...] about Bonnie and Braw Cartùns unveils new adult animated series The Rejects
42 appoints Martin Rakusen as Chief Operating Officer
Los Angeles and London-based management and production company 42 has tapped former FilmNation TV UK executive Martin Rakusen as Chief Operating Officer. Effective immediately, Rakusen is responsible for running 42’s operations and business development globally, in addition to having oversight of business affairs and production across its portfolio. Rakusen will be based in 42’s London office and report into CEO and Managing Partner Josh Varney. 42 is currently in post-production on Chork by … [Read more...] about 42 appoints Martin Rakusen as Chief Operating Officer
Bitfocus transforms complex control for any media application
Bitfocus, the specialist in media control and monitoring, is showcasing the complete feature set for Buttons, its professional platform, at IBC2025. Buttons brings an innovative approach and huge third-party support to the task of managing complex media systems and workflows with minimum demand for skills and resources. Launching at IBC2025, the enterprise edition of Buttons brings enhanced resilience, security and scalability to mission-critical environments. Built for flexibility as an app … [Read more...] about Bitfocus transforms complex control for any media application
Orchid Pictures expands with double hire
London-based production company Orchid Pictures, founded by award-winning producer Suzanne Mackie (The Crown), is bolstering its team with a pair of senior hires – Michael Casey, who joined the company earlier this year as Managing Director, and Gabriel Silver, who takes up the newly created position of Executive Producer starting this week. Under its exclusive deal with Netflix, Orchid Pictures is currently curating a slate of projects from emerging and established writers in the UK. Michael … [Read more...] about Orchid Pictures expands with double hire
