Singapore – National Geographic Channels International’s (NGCI) announced the commission of the new seven-part series Beyond Magic with DMC, a co-production between Argonon’s Windfall Films and So Shoot Me TV. The mind-bending series follows magician Drummond Money-Coutts (DMC) as he explores the history and science of illusion and overcomes unbeatable odds to illustrate captivating tricks on the streets of London, Barcelona, Mexico City, Paris and Singapore – and … [Read more...] about NGCI commissions “Beyond Magic with DMC”
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National Geographic Channels International announces key appointments
Washington, DC – National Geographic Channels International’s (NGCI) global content hub in London announced the appointment of Mark Francis to Vice President, Commissioning and Regional Programming and the promotion of Maggie Rhodes to Vice President, Global Acquisitions and Co-Productions. NGCI’s global marketing group has also announced the promotion of Emanuele Madeddu to Senior Vice President, Marketing and Creative. In his role as Vice President, Commissioning and … [Read more...] about National Geographic Channels International announces key appointments
NGCI commissions Pioneer to produce “Invasion Earth”
National Geographic Channels International has commissioned Pioneer Productions to produce Invasion Earth (8 x 60’). The specialist factual documentary series sees Pioneer continuing to cement its reputation for producing innovative and diverse factual content. Invasion Earth (8 x 60’) investigates the world’s most intriguing and fascinating UFO sightings and looks to answer the age old question of “Are we alone?” The series examines our fascination … [Read more...] about NGCI commissions Pioneer to produce “Invasion Earth”
NGCI commissions “Hasselhoff vs. The Berlin Wall”
Washington, DC – National Geographic Channels International (NGCI) announced on June 5 the commission of the one-hour special Hasselhoff vs. the Berlin Wall from Darlow Smithson Productions. The special, which commemorates the 25th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall, will premiere in the U.S. and internationally on National Geographic Channel later this year in 171 countries and 45 languages. David Hasselhoff has a unique link to the Berlin Wall – a massive pop … [Read more...] about NGCI commissions “Hasselhoff vs. The Berlin Wall”
NGCI announces upcoming WWII programming
Washington, DC – National Geographic Channels International (NGCI) has announced two new World War II co-productions: WWII’s Greatest Raids (6 x 60’) produced by Impossible Factual and distributed by Cineflix Rights, and the special Nazi Death Camp: The Great Escape from Darlow Smithson Productions. Slated to air this fall on NGCI in 171 countries and 45 languages, these shows exemplify the network’s commitment to telling powerful and important … [Read more...] about NGCI announces upcoming WWII programming
NGC commissions “The Jesus Mysteries”
Washington, DC – National Geographic Channel announced on March 27 the commission of the two-hour special Jesus Mysteries from UK production house Juniper Communications. Offering a fresh look at the enduring mysteries that surround Jesus’ life from nativity to crucifixion, The Jesus Mysteries will star Nick Simmons, son of KISS lead singer and bass guitarist Gene Simmons, in the title role. The special will premiere internationally and in the U.S. in early 2014. The special’s … [Read more...] about NGC commissions “The Jesus Mysteries”