Building on the success of previous series, ITV has ordered a third instalment of hidden camera format Off Their Rockers, produced by Red Arrow’s CPL Productions. Proving that age really is nothing but a number, Off Their Rockers sees cheeky OAPs hit the streets of Britain again on a fearless mission – to play an assortment of light-hearted pranks, mischievous set pieces and carefully crafted stunts on the public. Claire Zolkwer, Commissioning Editor, Comedy Entertainment for ITV … [Read more...] about “Off Their Rockers” returns to ITV for third series
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ITV confirms new free to air channel ITVBe launch date
ITV confirmed on July 22 new free to air channel ITVBe is to launch on October 8. The new channel will be dedicated to lifestyle and entertainment programming, celebrating real life and real people. ITVBe will be the exclusive home of The Only Way Is Essex as well as other UK original commissions and a range of American acquired shows. The ITVBe branding has been produced in-house by ITV Creative. Details of schedule and broadcast hours will be confirmed closer to … [Read more...] about ITV confirms new free to air channel ITVBe launch date
Liberty Global acquires ITV shares
Denver, Colorado – Liberty Global plc (“Liberty Global” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: LBTYA, LBTYB and LBTYK) announced on July 17 that it has acquired 259.8 million shares in ITV plc (“ITV”) from British Sky Broadcasting Group plc for total consideration of approximately GBP 481 million. As a result of this investment, Liberty Global will own approximately 6.4% of ITV. Mike Fries, Liberty Global’s Chief Executive Officer, commented: “This … [Read more...] about Liberty Global acquires ITV shares
ITV and BBC to broadcast FIFA World Cup 2018 and 2022
Securing the shared exclusive rights for ITV and BBC continues the free to air broadcasting of FIFA World Cup tournaments to UK television viewers, as well as encompassing online and radio coverage. The 2018 finals will be the fourteenth consecutive FIFA World Cup that ITV and BBC broadcast together, continuing their long-running and hugely successful broadcast partnership. Over three quarters of the UK population tuned in to the FIFA World Cup in South Africa in 2010. Niall Sloane, ITV Director … [Read more...] about ITV and BBC to broadcast FIFA World Cup 2018 and 2022
ITV and Join In partner for new campaign
ITV and sports charity Join In announced on June 2 that they are partnering for the launch of a new ITV Local Heroes campaign to encourage volunteering in local sport, setting a target of generating interest in volunteering in community sport from a further 100,000 new volunteers. As part of its on-going commitment to grass-roots sport, and the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic legacy, Join In is partnering with ITV to connect viewers who register interest in volunteering with opportunities at … [Read more...] about ITV and Join In partner for new campaign
Ben Ulm appointed Head of Content at ITV Studios Australia
Signalling its commitment to the television market, the UK broadcaster and production company, under Jacoby's leadership, has created this new position to further cultivate ITV Studios as a leading content producer in Australia. Over his 30-year television career, Ulm has developed and produced content for all Australian free-to-air networks, subscription television, UK broadcasters as well as U.S. networks overseeing factual, entertainment, reality, and lifestyle productions. Ulm most recently … [Read more...] about Ben Ulm appointed Head of Content at ITV Studios Australia