ITV Studios today announced a new milestone in the expansion of its international scripted footprint, acquiring a majority stake in the multi-award winning Australian production company, Lingo Pictures. Led by two of the most prolific and respected drama producers in the market, Helen Bowden and Jason Stephens, Lingo Pictures will be ITV Studios’ first ever Australian scripted label. Helen and Jason will continue to head up the business based in Sydney. As part of the wider ITV Studios Group, … [Read more...] about ITV Studios expands its scripted production base with first ever Australian drama label, Lingo Pictures
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Fremantle’s ‘Project Runway’ and ‘Family Feud’ to debut on Mongolia’s StarTV
Fremantle announced it has licensed popular entertainment formats Project Runway and Family Feud to StarTV in Mongolia. This is the first time Project Runway Mongolia will air in the territory, making its debut on 2nd October 2022, while Family Feud Mongolia is slated for launch in early 2023. This will be the 6th Asian edition of Project Runway, having previously aired in Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia, South Korea and … [Read more...] about Fremantle’s ‘Project Runway’ and ‘Family Feud’ to debut on Mongolia’s StarTV
Fremantle breaks new ground with ‘Japan’s Got Talent’ deal
Fremantle, Syco Entertainment and Yoshimoto Kogyo today announce a brand-new adaption of the world-famous Got Talent franchise: Japan’s Got Talent – the first time the format will be made in Japan. Licensed to Yoshimoto Kogyo from Fremantle and Syco, Japan’s Got Talent will be produced locally by Yoshimoto Kogyo and broadcasted by Abema TV. This latest adaption will give aspiring Japanese performers the chance to impress a panel of celebrity judges and a global … [Read more...] about Fremantle breaks new ground with ‘Japan’s Got Talent’ deal
Fremantle Group CEO, Jennifer Mullin and Group COO and CEO Continental Europe, Andrea Scrosati to deliver keynote at MIPCOM
RX France (formerly Reed MIDEM) announced that Fremantle Group CEO Jennifer Mullin and Fremantle Group COO & CEO Continental Europe Andrea Scrosati, will give a keynote address at MIPCOM CANNES (17-20 October). Taking to the stage on the market’s second day, Mullin and Scrosati will provide insights into Fremantle’s future strategy alongside their take on wider industry issues and trends in what has been an incredibly productive year for the global content powerhouse. The session comes … [Read more...] about Fremantle Group CEO, Jennifer Mullin and Group COO and CEO Continental Europe, Andrea Scrosati to deliver keynote at MIPCOM
MTV India announces second season of ultimate rap battleground Realme ‘MTV Hustle 2.0’
After the phenomenal success of season 1, India’s leading Youth Entertainment brand, MTV India is once again all set to hunt for new rap sounds with the latest season of India’s ultimate rap battleground, Realme MTV Hustle 2.0. Co-powered by Wild Stone new classic range and produced by Fremantle, the latest season of India’s first-ever rap reality television show will pit 16 of the country’s most unique rap voices, in 10 power-packed weeks. Featuring global artist … [Read more...] about MTV India announces second season of ultimate rap battleground Realme ‘MTV Hustle 2.0’
Fremantle feeds global appetite for Jamie Oliver with a raft of new deals
Fremantle and Jamie Oliver are continuing to build on the success of their partnership to bring the British chef’s cooking shows to audiences around the world with a raft of new deals including the creation of a dedicated FAST channel, The Jamie Oliver Channel. Launching on Amazon’s Freevee on 30th June, the free ad-supported video streaming service will give US fans access to a catalogue of shows including American Road Trip, 30 Minute Meals and Jamie’s Kitchen. … [Read more...] about Fremantle feeds global appetite for Jamie Oliver with a raft of new deals
