Bringing legendary radio prankster Steve Penk to a brand-new audience in a whole new way, ITV Studios’ Creative Network has partnered with the celebrated host for a digital-first comedy: Steve Penk’s Animal Radio FM. Known as the pioneer of the prank-call, the format reimagines Penk's classic comedy for today’s digital viewers. Set in a surreal and hilarious animated world, Steve Penk’s Animal Radio FM is set in a pirate radio station run by animals. Perched on the top floor of a crumbling … [Read more...] about ITV Studios Creative Network unveils new digital-first comedy: Steve Penk’s Animal Radio FM
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BBC’s Rosie Nieder awarded RTS Young Technologist of the Year 2026
Britain’s leading forum for television and related media, the Royal Television Society (RTS), has crowned Rosie Nieder, Operational Production Engineer at the BBC, as the winner of its RTS Young Technologist of the Year Award. The annual Award is presented in memory of A.M. Beresford-Cooke and aims to advance education in the science, technology and art of television and its allied fields. Rosie was selected by a panel of industry judges chaired by Independent Consultant, Terry Marsh, and as … [Read more...] about BBC’s Rosie Nieder awarded RTS Young Technologist of the Year 2026
Get ready, Australia, The world’s most famous jungle has a new home on Seven in 2027
The Seven Network has announced that the international reality phenomenon I'm A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! will join its hit entertainment lineup in 2027, marking an exciting new chapter for one of television's most successful and talked-about franchises. The iconic series will bring its signature mix of adventure, humour and high-stakes challenges to Seven audiences for the first time, as an all-new cast of celebrities brave the elements, tackle unforgettable trials and compete for the … [Read more...] about Get ready, Australia, The world’s most famous jungle has a new home on Seven in 2027
Zoo 55 appoints Diane Glynn as SVP Social Video
Zoo 55, part of ITV Studios, has announced the appointment of a new SVP Social Video, Diane Glynn, an award-winning social media and digital transformation leader. She joins the business from Channel 4 where she was Head of Social, having led the broadcaster's social strategy and YouTube expansion. The new and pivotal role will drive significant revenue growth across ITV Studios 100,000+ hour library of formats and non-scripted/scripted IP.\ As SVP Social Video, Diane joins the ITV Studios … [Read more...] about Zoo 55 appoints Diane Glynn as SVP Social Video
ITV Studios’ Global Hit Come Dine With Me Expands to the Philippines with New Celebrity Adaptation
ITV Studios' Come Dine With Me, one of the world's most enduring entertainment formats, is heading to the Philippines with a brand-new celebrity adaptation. Since its UK debut in 2005, the format has been adapted in 50 international territories and produced more than 20,000 episodes worldwide, captivating audiences across Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas. Come Dine With Me: Celebrity Philippines will premiere exclusively on HBO Max on 23 July. The 20-episode series will see some of the … [Read more...] about ITV Studios’ Global Hit Come Dine With Me Expands to the Philippines with New Celebrity Adaptation
Record-breaking BBC comedy Ludwig commissioned for third series
Ahead of the highly anticipated launch of series two later this year, Ludwig - the BBC’s biggest scripted series since 2024 - has been commissioned for a third run on BBC iPlayer and BBC One. The series is a Big Talk Studios (part of ITV Studios) production in association with That Mitchell And Webb Company and is a ZDF co-production for Germany. Series one was the biggest launch for a comedy on the BBC since at least 2018, attracting 9.5 million viewers (28-day figure), episode one has … [Read more...] about Record-breaking BBC comedy Ludwig commissioned for third series
