London- Scripps Networks Interactive has announced a new original commission, Drive of My Life (working title), starring the popular British comedian and television presenter Paddy McGuinness, for Travel Channel. This new series forms part of Scripps Networks refreshed UK & EMEA commissioning strategy, as the leading global developer of lifestyle programming continues to unveil its biggest slate of regional commissions. … [Read more...] about Scripps commissions new show
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Scripps Networks UK & EMEA expands HD offering
London – Scripps Networks UK & EMEA, a division of the world’s leading producer of engaging lifestyle content, announces that as part of their pan-regional deal with Liberty Global, Food Network has launched in HD in the Czech language on UPC Czech Republic, the largest provider of pay TV services in the country. Food Network HD, the global food, entertainment and lifestyle brand, will be available this September as part of the digital basic package. Viewers tuning … [Read more...] about Scripps Networks UK & EMEA expands HD offering
M7 Group & Scripps Networks extend satellite distribution
Luxembourg – M7 Group, one of the fastest growing cross-regional pay-TV operators in Europe serving over 3 million TV homes, today announces that it has extended its agreement with Scripps Networks UK & EMEA, a division of the world’s leading producer of lifestyle content, for the European launch of Fine Living HD via the M7 Group satellite platform. Following the agreement, Fine Living HD will be made available to subscribers of M7 Group’s pay-TV platforms in the … [Read more...] about M7 Group & Scripps Networks extend satellite distribution
Simplestream launches Food Network app
London – Food Network UK has partnered with Simplestream to develop and launch a bespoke streaming app and it is now available in the App Store and Google Play for both iOS and Android devices, respectively. The app allows viewers to watch Food Network UK’s high-quality lifestyle food programming, including hit programmes such as Barefoot Contessa, Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Restaurant Stakeout and Mystery Diners, live and via on-demand across multiple devices. Dan Finch, … [Read more...] about Simplestream launches Food Network app
A+E Networks® inks sales
New York – A+E Networks® has finalised a raft of sales agreements for Lifetime Original Movies with broadcasters across EMEA. The announcement was made by Joel Denton, Managing Director, International Content Sales & Partnerships, A+E Networks. “A strong story is the foundation of any good movie alongside great casting and high-end production values. We are proud to offer broadcasters an ever expanding catalogue that delivers,” said Denton. “As we approach … [Read more...] about A+E Networks® inks sales
Hello Kitty to don DC Comics superheroes suits
Los Angeles – Warner Bros. Consumer Products, in partnership with DC Entertainment, and Sanrio, creator of the global icon Hello Kitty, announced that they will be partnering to license a new brand collaboration that will feature Hello Kitty dressed up as her favorite DC Comics Super Heroes, including Wonder Woman, Superman and Batman. “Hello Kitty is an inspired choice for a momentous co-branding that will expand the reach and appeal of both DC Comics Super Heroes and Sanrio … [Read more...] about Hello Kitty to don DC Comics superheroes suits
