PCCW Media has announced that its six-part premium drama series THE SEASON, produced in partnership with global entertainment company SK Global (Crazy Rich Asians, Thai Cave Rescue, Delhi Crime), was acquired by Hulu for U.S. distribution earlier this year. Additionally, Fremantle has signed on to lead international sales, with the support of De Maio Entertainment, launching this October at MIPCOM. The show was commissioned by Viu and will air in its 15 markets as a Viu Original. The English … [Read more...] about PCCW Media’s The Season produced in partnership with SK Global heads to US on Hulu
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Viu and SBS Announce Lee Je-hoon’s Return in Taxi Driver 3
Viu, PCCW’s leading pan-regional OTT platform, and SBS, Korea’s award-winning network, have announced Season 3 of the global hit Taxi Driver, premiering Q4 2025 as a Viu Original worldwide (excluding South Korea and mainland China). Following the record-breaking Season 2, this instalment retains the success of the Korean storytelling franchise while expanding its international production locales and introducing pan-Asian talent. Lee Je-hoon reprises his iconic role as Kim Do-gi, the brilliant … [Read more...] about Viu and SBS Announce Lee Je-hoon’s Return in Taxi Driver 3
PCCW and CANAL+ forge strategic partnership to accelerate growth of Viu
PCCW Limited (PCCW) and CANAL+ Group (CANAL+) jointly announced today the formation of a strategic partnership to accelerate the growth of Viu, a leading pan-regional OTT video service with presence across Asia, the Middle East, and South Africa. As a result of the transaction, CANAL+ will become a significant minority shareholder in Viu through a staggered investment of US$300 million* which includes an initial investment of US$200 million resulting in CANAL+ holding a 26.1% stake in Viu. In … [Read more...] about PCCW and CANAL+ forge strategic partnership to accelerate growth of Viu
Viu launches Viu Scream Dates at Filmart; announcing slate of Viu original series for 2023
Viu, PCCW’s leading pan-regional OTT video streaming service, announced today the launch of Viu Scream Dates, the fan meet offering across its markets. Viu Scream Dates aims to extend the Viu experience beyond the screens to further engage Viu-ers by bringing the stars closer to their fans via live events and experiences. This month will see Lee Je-hoon’s Vacation Fan Meet across three of its markets namely the Philippines, Indonesia and Singapore. For the next quarter, Viu is slated to bring … [Read more...] about Viu launches Viu Scream Dates at Filmart; announcing slate of Viu original series for 2023
Astro customers can now access Viu on multi-screens in Malaysia
As part of the New Astro Experience, we are expanding our streaming service with more Asian entertainment by welcoming the Viu app to our platform. Astro customers can now access Viu on multi-screens, including the Ultra Box for popular shows such as KDramas Taxi Driver 2 and Delivery Man, as well as other shows including Thai and Indonesian dramas, Viu Original series, Korean variety shows and more upcoming local titles. In celebration of this launch, Astro is also rewarding all Ultra Box … [Read more...] about Astro customers can now access Viu on multi-screens in Malaysia
PCCW partners Vuclip
Hong Kong – In line with PCCW’s group strategy to address opportunities in the increasingly digital world as consumers embrace digital lifestyle, PCCW Media has entered into an agreement to acquire a controlling majority interest in Vuclip. This expansion of its digital video business beyond Hong Kong follows PCCW Media’s successful development of its local OTT services including MOOV music and now TV news, sports and entertainment apps, and forms part of its continued … [Read more...] about PCCW partners Vuclip
