Global Agency announced the launch of its new quiz show The Big Steal at MIPTV 2015. Created by Andre Sousa & Anti Reinthal, The Big Steal is a strategic quiz show where contestants must hold their nerve and eliminate their rivals over 3 stages in order to access the big money finale. The longer they wait, the more money they can win or lose. Four contestants start the game, and in the first round they build their money pot by answering questions correctly. The three with the most will … [Read more...] about The Big Steal’ goes to MIPTV
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The Fight’ goes to MIPTV
London – Corona Television and FremantleMedia International (FMI) announced a deal for the high action, romantic TV drama The Fight. Written and to be directed by Stephen Kay (Covert Affairs, Sons of Anarchy), the series follows conflict photographer, Riley Miller and journalist Carroll Hobbs as they journey across the continents, risking their lives to bring back the pictures and stories that might change the world. Starring Piper Perabo (Covert Affairs) as Riley Miller, FMI will … [Read more...] about The Fight’ goes to MIPTV
A+E Networks unveils MITPV slate
New York – A+E Networks launches a new slate of lifestyle and social experiment formats at MIPTV 2015. “A+E Networks is dedicated to offering formats that are fresh, repeatable and capable of delivering ratings for our broadcaster partners,” said Ellen Lovejoy, Vice President, International Content Sales, A+E Networks. “Our MIPTV slate features formats based on programmes with proven track records and innovative concepts that will resonate worldwide.” Leading the … [Read more...] about A+E Networks unveils MITPV slate
Steven Levitan to keynote at MIPTV
Paris – Modern Family co-creator and executive producer Steven Levitan is to keynote at MIPTV 2015, spearheading a bevy of comic talent appearing as part of the drama at MIPTV line-up. As a writer, producer, director and creator, Levitan has been making television comedies for more than 20 years. His credits include Wings, Frasier, The Larry Sanders Show, Just Shoot Me (Creator) and Greg the Bunny. For his MIPTV address on 13 April at 11.30am, Levitan will focus on the success of Modern … [Read more...] about Steven Levitan to keynote at MIPTV
Focus on the Nordics
Paris – MIPTV announced a special Focus on the Nordics, which will put the spotlight on the diversity of top-flight TV output and next-generation content from the region. More than 20 of the top broadcasters, producers, creatives, distributors and digital-media pioneers from Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden will come together at MIPTV for a series of showcases, conferences and networking events. Organised by Reed MIDEM, the 52nd annual MIPTV takes place 13-16 April in Cannes, France. … [Read more...] about Focus on the Nordics
Leading online platforms at MIP Digital Fronts
Paris – MIPTV 2015 announced that 10 of the world’s leading online platforms, Multi-Channel Networks (MCNs) and Digital Studios have already signed up to showcase their content and talent at the second edition of the MIP Digital Fronts – set to take place April 15-16 in the Grand Auditorium of Cannes’ Palais des Festivals, with the opening screenings on the afternoon on the 14th. Founding Partners YouTube, Vice, Dailymotion and Maker Studios return to the MIP Digital … [Read more...] about Leading online platforms at MIP Digital Fronts
