Singapore – The record-breaking global hit “Got Talent”, co-owned by FremantleMedia and Syco Entertainment, is set to extend its search for talent further than ever following Sony Pictures Television (SPT) Networks, Asia’s commission of Asia's Got Talent, a pan-Asian version of the hit format. Asia's Got Talent will debut in early 2015 on AXN, the number one English general entertainment channel in Asia, which spans 20 territories, including South East Asia, South … [Read more...] about Asia to produce “Asia’s Got Talent”
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SVT commissions local version of “Master Athletes”
London – The dynamic FremantleMedia developed format, Master Athletes (Swedish title – Athlets) has a commission from the Swedish National broadcaster SVT, announced on July 29. The 10 x 60’ entertainment reality shows sees competition and conflict as contestants endure intense fitness challenges, egos, injuries, tears and triumphs in their bid for glory. Devised by FremantleMedia North America’s Henrik Nielsen and produced by FremantleMedia Sweden, the … [Read more...] about SVT commissions local version of “Master Athletes”
RTL CBS Entertainment HD to bring “The X Factor UK” to Asia
Singapore – RTL CBS Asia Entertainment Network announced on July 23 that it will bring The X Factor UK talent competition to Asia. The X Factor UK is the originator of the international The X Factor franchise and is one of the biggest television talent competitions in the world. The show is produced by FremantleMedia's Thames and Simon Cowell's production company SycoTV. First and exclusive on the RTL CBS Entertainment HD channel The X Factor … [Read more...] about RTL CBS Entertainment HD to bring “The X Factor UK” to Asia
Chris O’Dell promoted to Head of Global Entertainment Production
London – FremantleMedia, one of the largest creators, producers and distributors of television brands in the world, announced the promotion of Executive Producer Chris O’Dell to Head of Global Entertainment Production. Reporting to the Director of Global Entertainment, Rob Clark, Chris will oversee and be the first point of contact for FremantleMedia’s international production teams as they roll out formats such as X Factor, Got Talent, Idols and Farmer … [Read more...] about Chris O’Dell promoted to Head of Global Entertainment Production
FMI signs deal with Now Consulting Group to bring dramas to the Middle East
London – FremantleMedia International announced on July 3 a deal with Now Consulting Group for the Croatian daily dramas Tajne (English title - Deceptions) (140 x 60’) and Ruza Vejtrova (English title - Wind of Love) (345 x 60’). The deal grants Now Consulting Group the exclusive rights to distribute the FremantleMedia produced dramas within the Middle East and North Africa, and marks the first time that both dramas will travel beyond the … [Read more...] about FMI signs deal with Now Consulting Group to bring dramas to the Middle East
FremantleMedia North America launches digital content studio
Burbank, California – FremantleMedia North America (FMNA) has formed Tiny Riot!, its own original digital content studio, it was announced on June 3 by Thom Beers, FMNA’s CEO. The studio is being launched off of the company’s success with The Pet Collective, the premium content pet destination, and recent ventures into the lifestyle and food genres with StyleHaul and VICE Media respectively. Tiny Riot! will operate alongside FMNA. Gayle Gilman, formerly EVP, Digital … [Read more...] about FremantleMedia North America launches digital content studio
