Australia's Network Ten has secured the broadcast rights to MERLIN - one of the most anticipated series to come out of the United Kingdom in recent years - from FremantleMedia Enterprises. This action-packed, 13 x one-hour fantasy drama, reportedly one of the most significant investments by a UK broadcaster in years, revisits the story of Prince Arthur (Bradley James) and his wizard, Merlin (Colin Morgan), in the mythical city of Camelot. The story centres on these two characters as ambitious … [Read more...] about Merlin on TEN in 2009
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Spain forefronts audiovisual industry at MIPCOM 2008
Paris - Spain's innovative audiovisual industry will take centre stage at MIPCOM 2008, held in Cannes from 13 - 17 October, 2008. 'Focus on Spain,' at MIPCOM will see three conferences sharing the spotlight on the Spanish industry: 'Market Overview;' 'Spanish Fiction: New Business Models and Business Opportunities;' and 'Fresh Fiction from Spain.' "We've chosen to focus on Spain at this year's MIPCOM to celebrate the creativity and competitiveness of their audiovisual industry, which has taken … [Read more...] about Spain forefronts audiovisual industry at MIPCOM 2008
Second Milly, Molly series to be produced
Sydney – A co-production agreement for a second 13 x half-hour series of children’s animation series Milly, Molly has been inked between Pacific & Beyond, Singapore’s animation studio Scrawl Studios and Milly Molly Holdings, with the participation of the Media Development Authority of Singapore. Beyond Distribution has again been appointed worldwide TV broadcast and DVD/video distributor of the new series. The first Milly, Molly series debuted in October 2006 at MIPCOM Junior … [Read more...] about Second Milly, Molly series to be produced
Second Milly, Molly series to be produced
Sydney – A co-production agreement for a second 13 half-hour series of children’s animation series Milly, Molly has been inked between Pacific & Beyond, Singapore’s animation studio Scrawl Studios and Milly Molly Holdings, with the participation of the Media Development Authority of Singapore. Beyond Distribution has again been appointed worldwide TV broadcast and DVD/video distributor of the new series. The first 13 x 30” Milly, Molly series debuted in October 2006 at … [Read more...] about Second Milly, Molly series to be produced
Producers look to new kids on the block
THE annual Asia Television Forum which kicks off on Nov. 28 in Singapore looms as a crucially important event for producers and distributors of children’s programming.And not just as a venue to close or announce deals that were initiated at MIPCOM 2007.Generating revenues in Asia from the established channels as well as the IPTV, VOD and mobile TV ‘new kids on the block,’ has become even more vital as the BBC and ITV and some other European broadcasters have cut back on … [Read more...] about Producers look to new kids on the block
Moonlight TV, Australia’s IPTV service, set to shine
Sydney- Moonlight TV, Australia’s first IPTV service, is due to launch Dec. 1, initially offering seven channels. Owned by Prime Media Group following its acquisition of the Becker Group, the ad-supported service will be free to users. The line-up spans these categories: Amazing; Documentary; Entertainment; Health & Fitness; Lifestyle: Reality; and Tips. Moonlight TV General Manager Greg Petherick tells Television Asia he has acquired more than 300 hours of programming from around the … [Read more...] about Moonlight TV, Australia’s IPTV service, set to shine
