Washington, DC – National Geographic Channels International (NGCI) has announced two new World War II co-productions: WWII’s Greatest Raids (6 x 60’) produced by Impossible Factual and distributed by Cineflix Rights, and the special Nazi Death Camp: The Great Escape from Darlow Smithson Productions. Slated to air this fall on NGCI in 171 countries and 45 languages, these shows exemplify the network’s commitment to telling powerful and important … [Read more...] about NGCI announces upcoming WWII programming
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NGC commissions “The Jesus Mysteries”
Washington, DC – National Geographic Channel announced on March 27 the commission of the two-hour special Jesus Mysteries from UK production house Juniper Communications. Offering a fresh look at the enduring mysteries that surround Jesus’ life from nativity to crucifixion, The Jesus Mysteries will star Nick Simmons, son of KISS lead singer and bass guitarist Gene Simmons, in the title role. The special will premiere internationally and in the U.S. in early 2014. The special’s … [Read more...] about NGC commissions “The Jesus Mysteries”
President Obama to introduce series premiere of “Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey”
Washington and Los Angeles – President Barack Obama will introduce the highly anticipated series premiere episode of Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey airing March 9 on 10 Fox Networks Group Channels, including FOX and National Geographic Channel. In the video message, which leads into the premiere episode, President Obama invites a new generation to embrace the spirit of discovery and inspires viewers to explore new frontiers and imagine limitless possibilities for the … [Read more...] about President Obama to introduce series premiere of “Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey”
NGCI to debut “Comet of the Century”
National Geographic Channels International has announced the co-production of Comet of the Century from Darlow Smithson Productions. The series will premiere in November in 170 countries. Premiering across Hong Kong and Southeast Asia this on November 24, 2013 on the National Geographic Channel, Comet of the Century offers viewers a front row seat to this event. With breath-taking images captured using cutting edge technology, audiences come as close to … [Read more...] about NGCI to debut “Comet of the Century”
Ward Platt promoted to COO, FIC and CEO, NGCI
Los Angeles - Ward Platt has been named Chief Operating Officer of FOX International Channels (FIC) and Chief Executive Officer of the unit’s National Geographic Channels International (NGCI). Making the announcement was Hernan Lopez, President and CEO of FIC, to whom Platt will continue to report. Platt, who previously served as President, Asia Pacific and the Middle East for FIC will relocate to Los Angeles and will work across areas in the execution of FIC’s continuing … [Read more...] about Ward Platt promoted to COO, FIC and CEO, NGCI
NGCI commissions four new companion specials to “Brain Games”
Ape Man National Geographic Channels International (NGCI) has announced four new commissions. NGCI is partnering with Blink Films on the three-part series Ape Man, which will air in the U.S. and internationally later this year. NGCI has also commissioned Blow Your Mind (1x60) from Twofour, Card Shark (1x60) – which follows professional magician Drummond Money-Coutts , from Windfall Films and So Shoot Me TV, and the two-part special Street Smart (working title) – featuring Tim Shaw, … [Read more...] about NGCI commissions four new companion specials to “Brain Games”
