Entertainment One (eOne)today announced new broadcast deals for its all-bike CGI-animated preschool series, Ricky Zoom, that will see it race onto TV screens across Australia for the first time. The 52x11 min episodes from series 1 of Ricky Zoom are set to launch on Nickelodeon’s preschool channel, Nick Jr., in Australia from Monday, 20 July, 2020, with new episodes airing weekdays at 10:00 a.m. From November 2020, Ricky Zoom will also begin airing on Australia’s Channel 9 to further … [Read more...] about ‘Ricky Zoom’ revs up for broadcast debut in Australia
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Lookout Point and BBC Studios secure major multi-territory deal with Netflix for ‘A Suitable Boy’
Leading UK drama studio Lookout Point has partnered with Netflix on its epic adaptation of Vikram Seth’s best-selling novel, which will be airing later this month in the UK on BBC One. Netflix will be the exclusive home of A Suitable Boy for all global territories, except Canada, the United States and China. In the UK and Ireland, A Suitable Boy will be available on Netflix 12 months after its release on BBC One. The deal was brokered by Lookout Point with BBC Studios. Adapted by Andrew Davies … [Read more...] about Lookout Point and BBC Studios secure major multi-territory deal with Netflix for ‘A Suitable Boy’
Dimsum Entertainment expands “watch for free” content library with new partners from Taiwan, Hong Kong
Video-on-demand service, Dimsum Entertainment is set to expand a comprehensive selection of dramas and shows from Taiwan and Hong Kong through its two new content partners, Sanlih E-Television and Hong Kong Open TV. This new content is available for free viewing by all registered users on Dimsum Entertainment. Established in 1983, Sanlih E-Television Inc. (SETTV) is known to produce original content that is well-received in terms of rating and recognised by the Golden Bell Awards every year. … [Read more...] about Dimsum Entertainment expands “watch for free” content library with new partners from Taiwan, Hong Kong
Arjan Pomper appointed as Chief Operating Officer Global Entertainment of ITV Studios
Arjan Pomper has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Global Entertainment, ITV Studios. In this role, he will oversee the day-to-day running of the divisions Format Sales, Global Content & Production, and Global Music & Talent Agency. He joins ITV Studios from Media and Communication company Dentsu Aegis Network Belgium in his role as Chief Executive Officer. Arjan combines a broad background in the media with extensive experience in various international leadership … [Read more...] about Arjan Pomper appointed as Chief Operating Officer Global Entertainment of ITV Studios
Red Carpet Studio Kids’ animations premiere on China’s biggest media platforms
Two Russian animation projects by Red Carpet Studios (its animation division RED CARPET STUDIO KIDS), Space Doctor Cat and Blinky and Knobby, premiered simultaneously on China’s biggest media platforms this week. The edutaining puppet show called Space Doctor Cat attracted Chinese distributors with its unique brave format where each episode mimics children playing with toys. The project is unmatched both in Russia and China so the success of this ambitious enterprise was foreseeable. The … [Read more...] about Red Carpet Studio Kids’ animations premiere on China’s biggest media platforms
BBC Studios and Channel A (TV) sign landmark memorandum of understanding
Channel A – the South Korean cable TV channel airing news, entertainment and drama programming, and BBC Studios - a global content company and commercial subsidiary of the BBC Group, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The MOU signed on 10th July, in Donga Media Center in Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul focuses on the collaboration of content, the continuous exchange of knowledge, and business development opportunities between the two companies. The MOU establishes a … [Read more...] about BBC Studios and Channel A (TV) sign landmark memorandum of understanding