Fremantle announced that it has signed an exclusive first-look distribution deal with Astronaut Films, producers of premium non-scripted content based in the UK. Founded by BAFTA-nominated Jon Alwen, who previously held senior roles at Pulse Films, Lion TV and Voltage TV (credits include Inside Misguided: Made in Manchester (Channel 4); Countdown to Partition (BBC) and One Deadly Weekend in America (BBC)); the deal will see Astronaut Films secure the best creative talent and IP for a mix of … [Read more...] about Fremantle signs first look distribution deal with new production company Astronaut Films
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Fremantle acquires multi-territory production rights for ‘Good With Wood’
Fremantle, Plimsoll Productions, and Magnify Media announced a multi-territory deal for the original format, Good With Wood. In a throwaway world, nothing is more elemental and earthy than working with wood, from high-end hardwood to rough recycled pallets. It can be burnt, bent, sanded, carved, stained and transformed into almost anything: furniture, sculpture, structures, even instruments. Working with the material is pure escapism from the rat race, connecting you with nature, celebrating … [Read more...] about Fremantle acquires multi-territory production rights for ‘Good With Wood’
New projects and new conditions: Industry leaders cite creativity and hope in 2021 projections
For a moment in 2020 half of the world was in lockdown. Confined to their homes, people turned to the media for comfort and entertainment. According to data firm Nielsen, in mainland China, this meant that television viewing increased by 70 minutes to 7 hours and 40 minutes per day, whilst in Taiwan, the first weeks of February saw television audiences grow by one million. Unable to attend live shows and cinemas, viewers chose streaming services for distraction, with Netflix declaring in July … [Read more...] about New projects and new conditions: Industry leaders cite creativity and hope in 2021 projections
Fremantle spread kindness with new format ‘The Great Giveback’
Entertainment powerhouse Fremantle has announced the addition of a powerful new reality format to its slate. The Great Giveback is a new reality format that is proven to have viewers emotionally hooked from the outset. Originally created by Motive Television in Ireland, the show was a ratings hit across all demographics when it launched on Virgin Media One earlier this year. Fremantle has acquired global format rights outside of Ireland. A local adaptation is already currently underway in … [Read more...] about Fremantle spread kindness with new format ‘The Great Giveback’
YouTube says ‘Hello 2021’ with global New Year’s Eve celebration spanning across the Americas, the U.K., Korea, Japan, and India on 31 December
YouTube Originals will kick off the New Year with a monumental and uplifting worldwide party by chasing midnight around the globe with “Hello 2021,” a virtual New Year’s Eve event bringing together 2020’s most influential public figures, music artists, and YouTube creators. This five-part celebration premieres Thursday, December 31 in the Americas, United Kingdom, Korea, Japan, and India - only on YouTube. “With the world ready to move past an extremely challenging year, YouTube will use its … [Read more...] about YouTube says ‘Hello 2021’ with global New Year’s Eve celebration spanning across the Americas, the U.K., Korea, Japan, and India on 31 December
‘China’s Got Talent’ renewed for a seventh season
Fremantle and SYCO Entertainment announced the renewal of China’s Got Talent for a seventh season. Part of the globally successful Got Talent format franchise, the new season of China’s Got Talent will be produced by Shanghai Canxing Culture and Media Co. Ltd. Ganesh Rajaram, Fremantle’s General Manager and EVP Sales – Asia, said, “We are thrilled to be announcing the return of China’s Got Talent for a seventh season. The renewal is testament to the strength of the Got Talent brand in the … [Read more...] about ‘China’s Got Talent’ renewed for a seventh season