Hong Kong - ITV Choice, part of ITV Studios, has launched on Papua New Guinea’s pay-TV platform, HiTRON. The channel is now available as part of the HiTRON Top Shelf Pak, on channel 113. The deal marks the first time that ITV Choice has expanded its reach to include the Pacific rim, and further extends the channels footprint in the Asia Pacific region. ITV Choice is now available in over 11 million households across 40 countries. The HiTRON deal distribution agreement was handled by long … [Read more...] about ITV Choice enters Papua New Guinea
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ITV Studios to launch “The Big Reunion” format at MIPTV
ITV Studios Global Entertainment (ITVS GE) will launch ITV Studios’ entertainment format The Big Reunion (8 x 60’) at MIPTV. Originally commissioned by ITV2 and produced under Potato, Creative Director Michael Kelpie’s new ITV Studios’ production label, The Big Reunion re-unites chart-topping pop groups in a TV event. The series delves into the lives of former pop bands, exploring what happened after they slipped out of the charts in their home country and brings … [Read more...] about ITV Studios to launch “The Big Reunion” format at MIPTV
ITV Granada expands in Thailand
Hong Kong – ITV Granada, part of ITV Studios, has announced expansion of the channel's distribution in Thailand. ITV Granada is now offered through Thailand's latest IPTV operator MeTV, on the TOT platform. The latest distribution deal, which was handled by sales distribution partner Multi Channels Asia, demonstrates a growing demand for the channel throughout Asia and the Middle East. Simon Li, Channel Director, said, “We are delighted to be joining the MeTV family … [Read more...] about ITV Granada expands in Thailand
ITV Studios’ “Poirot” star David Suchet to attend MIPTV
ITV Studios Global Entertainment (ITVS GE) will mark the thirteenth and final series of their long-running crime drama, Poirot, by presenting the star of the series, David Suchet, at MIPTV. Produced by ITV Studios, Poirot Series 13 (5 x 120’) will debut this MIPTV, bringing the number of episodes available to the international market place to 71. ITVS GE will celebrate the series’ Grand Finale by bringing David Suchet, who has played Hercule Poirot in all 13 series, to meet press and … [Read more...] about ITV Studios’ “Poirot” star David Suchet to attend MIPTV
ITV Studios brings back “Saturday Night Takeaway” for MIPTV 2013
ITV Studios Global Entertainment (ITVS GE) is bringing a refreshed version of ITV Studios’ primetime entertainment format Saturday Night Takeaway to MIPTV 2013, after the show successfully returned on ITV in the UK on February 23, with a peak audience of 8.1 million and averaging 7.1 million across the show, making it the most watched programme of the night and ITV's highest rating Saturday night show so far this year. “Saturday Night Takeaway is a proven international hit format … [Read more...] about ITV Studios brings back “Saturday Night Takeaway” for MIPTV 2013
ITV recommissions “Mr Selfridge”
Mr Selfridge season 1 ITV has commissioned Mr Selfridge for another series, following season 1’s strong ratings. According to the broadcaster, since its debut last month, Mr Selfridge has achieved a peak episode audience of 9.4 million viewers, making it the most watched new ITV drama series, by top episode, since Scott and Bailey in May 2011. Mr Selfridge is currently averaging 8.5 million viewers, based on consolidated data. The second series, produced by ITV Studios, will see Jeremy … [Read more...] about ITV recommissions “Mr Selfridge”