New York – YOU On Demand, China’s leading national Pay-Per-View (PPV) and Video On Demand (VOD) platform, has signed a deal with Miramax to distribute films from its library for Transactional Video On Demand (TVOD). The titles in the offering include some of the top films in movie history, ranging from the Oscar-winning There Will Be Blood and Chicago, to pop culture icons such as Pulp Fiction and the Scream series. This deal with Miramax expands … [Read more...] about YOU On Demand inks VOD deal with Miramax for China
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Heroes versus Villains
Singapore – Marvel Entertainment and Disney Interactive Media Group (DIMG) today announced that the first social game based on Marvel’s iconic characters, is now live on Facebook. Called “Marvel: Avengers Alliance”, the game is developed by Playdom, featuring a tactical turn-based combat experience with dozens of familiar Marvel Super Heroes and Super Villains such as Iron Man, Thor, Captain America and Hulk. Players can train their heroes to unlock unique abilities, and … [Read more...] about Heroes versus Villains
TVA Exclusive: Kids explore outer space
Singapore – Animated series Rob the Robot, which debuted on 28 November, has already become a hit with Disney Junior viewers in three territories in the region. Leslie Lee, Director, Programming, Walt Disney Television Southeast Asia, told TV ASIA Plus that although it has only been two weeks since the launch of the series, “In Malaysia, we’re a number nine show, in the Philippines a number five show and in Singapore, we’re are a top three show”. The 52x11 minute … [Read more...] about TVA Exclusive: Kids explore outer space
Gilby to lead Disney SEA
Burbank, California, and Hong Kong – The Walt Disney Company today appointed Robert Gilby as Managing Director, The Walt Disney Company South East Asia, reporting to Andy Bird, Chairman Walt Disney International. In this newly created role, Gilby is responsible for driving the company’s strategy, coordinating and leading all Disney business divisions, expanding existing businesses and seeking out new business opportunities across the region with a focus on Singapore, Malaysia, … [Read more...] about Gilby to lead Disney SEA
Empowering kids
Hong Kong – Kids’ hero Ben 10 is set to conquer Hong Kong in Cartoon Network’s Ben 10 Live: Power of the Omnitrix stage show. Making its debut in the country at the Kowloon International Trade and Convention Centre, the Asia Pacific tour continues after wowing audiences in Australia, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia and the Middle East. Along with characters from the popular series, the 90-minute show will also feature skateboarding stunts, acrobatics and multimedia … [Read more...] about Empowering kids
Disney promotes Gary Marsh
Burbank, CA – The Disney/ABC Television Group today announced that Gary Marsh has been promoted to president, Disney Channels Worldwide. He will also continue in his role as the channel’s Chief Creative Officer. In this new position, Mr. Marsh will have full creative oversight and leadership responsibility for Disney's global kids TV business. Anne Sweeney, co-chair, Disney Media Networks and President, Disney/ABC Television Group said, “There is no one better suited to manage … [Read more...] about Disney promotes Gary Marsh
