Cannes – FremantleMedia International (FMI) has signed on for the global distribution rights (excluding the U.S.) to the CNN Original documentary series,The Seventies. The authentic and immersive 8 x 60 series is produced for CNN/U.S. by the multiple EMMY Award-winning producers Tom Hanks and Gary Goetzman (HBO’s John Adams, The Pacific, and Game Change); and the EMMY Award-winning producer Mark Herzog (History’s Gettysburg). The acquisition … [Read more...] about Fremantlemedia International goes back to the Seventies
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The Fight’ goes to MIPTV
London – Corona Television and FremantleMedia International (FMI) announced a deal for the high action, romantic TV drama The Fight. Written and to be directed by Stephen Kay (Covert Affairs, Sons of Anarchy), the series follows conflict photographer, Riley Miller and journalist Carroll Hobbs as they journey across the continents, risking their lives to bring back the pictures and stories that might change the world. Starring Piper Perabo (Covert Affairs) as Riley Miller, FMI will … [Read more...] about The Fight’ goes to MIPTV
FremantleMedia International reveals MIPTV slate
London – FremantleMedia International (FMI) is heading to Cannes with something for every buyer. From thrilling dramas and compelling documentaries, to laughter fuelled comedies, incredible entertainment and inspiring lifestyle – FMI is set to showcase its stand out catalogue at this year’s MIPTV. Jens Richter, CEO, FremantleMedia International said, “It’s my first market as CEO of FremantleMedia International and I’m proud of the high calibre content that we … [Read more...] about FremantleMedia International reveals MIPTV slate
FremantleMedia International takes Paul Abbott’s ‘No Offence’
London – FremantleMedia International (FMI) has struck a deal with AbbottVision to take the outrageous new police procedural series No Offence to international buyers worldwide. Created by the acclaimed screenwriter Paul Abbott (Shameless, State of Play), No Offence is produced by AbbottVision for the UK’s Channel 4. The series is set to premiere in 2015. Paul Abbott Set in a close-knit policing unit located on the wrong side of Manchester, North West England. No Offence … [Read more...] about FremantleMedia International takes Paul Abbott’s ‘No Offence’
FremantleMedia International makes new appointment
London – FremantleMedia International (FMI) has hired former Shine International exec, Georgia Brown, as SVP Scripted as it seeks to further strengthen its primetime drama and comedy portfolio. Reporting to CEO of FMI, Jens Richter, Georgia will work with the distribution teams at FMI to establish demand for new scripted projects and will work with third party writers and producers to deliver against these opportunities. She will also report to Sarah Doole as part of the Global Drama team, … [Read more...] about FremantleMedia International makes new appointment
“Deutschland 83” goes to the U.S.
Berlinale – FremantleMedia International (FMI) and SundanceTV announced a partnership that will see the network broadcast the major new eight-part drama, Deutschland 83 on its U.S. channel. The UFA Fiction series will become the first ever German-language drama to be aired on a major U.S. network. Deutschland 83 Created by Anna Winger and Joerg Winger, Deutschland 83 is executive produced by UFA Fiction’s Joerg Winger and Nico Hofmann and directed by Edward Berger and Samira Radsi. … [Read more...] about “Deutschland 83” goes to the U.S.
