Academy Award®-nominated French animation company Xilam is heading to Annecy International Animation Festival with a wave of activity across its features and series slate, including a Work-In-Progress session for upcoming psychological thriller feature The Wolf based on the graphic novel by Jean Marc Rochette; alongside official selections for Lucy Lost, a film adaptation of Listen to the Moon by British author Michael Morpurgo, and new Disney+ series “The Doomies”; and the French premiere of … [Read more...] about Xilam Lands at Annecy International Animation Festival with Historic Raft of Film and Television Activity
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One Life Studios Celebrates 10 Years of Storytelling with Acquisition and Distribution Deals
One Life Studios (OLS), one of India’s leading independent media companies operating across content production, acquisition, distribution, and syndication, has announced a series of major milestones as it celebrates its 10th anniversary. Over the past decade, OLS has significantly expanded its global content footprint through new international distribution and acquisition partnerships for its award-winning drama series, growing its portfolio to more than 750 premium Indian content titles. The … [Read more...] about One Life Studios Celebrates 10 Years of Storytelling with Acquisition and Distribution Deals
Broadcasters across CEE back WBITVP formats with new commissions
This week at NEM in Dubrovnik, Warner Bros. International Television Production has secured a series of new format commissions across Central and Eastern Europe, as broadcasters continue to invest in established international brands with proven audience appeal. In Serbia, Prva TV has commissioned a first season of The Bachelor, one of the world’s most successful dating franchises. The format sees an eligible man searching for love among a group of women who are all hoping to be chosen as ‘the … [Read more...] about Broadcasters across CEE back WBITVP formats with new commissions
Bitmovin’s Player Web X Powers Axel Springer’s New Audio News Experience on WELT
Bitmovin, a leading provider of video streaming solutions, has announced that Axel Springer SE, international media and technology company, has deployed Player Web X, Bitmovin’s next-generation web video player. This deployment sees media powerhouse Axel Springer SE using Player Web X to power audio readouts of news articles for its WELT brand, alongside its audio-only news channel. Bitmovin’s Player Web X is a high-performing video player for streaming live and on-demand video across … [Read more...] about Bitmovin’s Player Web X Powers Axel Springer’s New Audio News Experience on WELT
Eccho Rights expands into animation with two major Turkish titles from Grafi2000
International distributor Eccho Rights has acquired worldwide television and theatrical rights to two of Turkey’s most successful animated franchises, King Shakir (Kral Şakir) and Super Team (Süper Bir Takım), both produced by Grafi2000 Productions. The agreement marks a significant strategic expansion for Eccho Rights, extending its content portfolio beyond live-action drama. King Shakir is Turkey’s longest-running and most widely watched animated series. Created by Varol Yaşaroğlu and … [Read more...] about Eccho Rights expands into animation with two major Turkish titles from Grafi2000
Crunchyroll celebrates Anime with fans in Bangkok at AFA Thailand 2026
Crunchyroll wrapped up an action-packed weekend at Anime Festival Asia (AFA) Thailand 2026, held on 30–31 May at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC). The event brought together the Thai anime community through immersive Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc experiences, a live dubbing performance by seiyuu Kikunosuke Toya, Ani-May fan challenges, and a showcase of localised anime content. The weekend’s centrepiece was a special appearance by Kikunosuke Toya, the Japanese voice … [Read more...] about Crunchyroll celebrates Anime with fans in Bangkok at AFA Thailand 2026









