French network RMC Découverte has commissioned Shine TV’s hit factual thriller series Hunted, continuing the show’s travelling success. Produced by Endemol Shine France, the primetime entertainment format will be known locally as Escape: 21 Jours pour Disparaitre. Hunted is a real-life thriller that sees groups of ordinary people go on the run. With little cash and limited ability to contact their network of friends and family, the contestants are pursued by a team of highly … [Read more...] about Shine TV’s “Hunted” to air in France
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Hunted makes Russian debut
Endemol Shine Group announced that factual hit Hunted has been sold to Russia. NTV Channel in Russia has commissioned a first series of Hunted, which sees groups of ordinary people go on the run, while a crack team of some of the world’s best investigators tracks them down. Produced by Weit Media, the primetime series will dramatically explore the scale of the surveillance state’s all-seeing gaze. The original social experiment will follow the fugitives every step of the way. Created … [Read more...] about Hunted makes Russian debut
The Island’ lands first deal in Germany
Endemol Shine Group announced that The Island will be launching in Germany for the first time. Produced by Endemol Shine Germany, the series will be filmed this summer and air on ProSieben in 2015. Originally produced in the UK by Shine TV and Bear Grylls Ventures for Channel 4, Germany is the fourth territory to pick up The Island, which has already successfully aired in France and the U.S. In the UK, the second series of The Island doubled Channel 4’s primetime average; hitting a peak … [Read more...] about The Island’ lands first deal in Germany
“Got To Dance” reaches 120 territories
Cannes – Shine International announced on April 6 that hit dance format Got To Dance has reached tape sales covering 120 territories, with UK judge Ashley Banjo attending MIPTV to launch new factual entertainment format Big Town Dance. New deals for the UK's Got To Dance, which features Kimberly Wyatt (The Pussycat Dolls) alongside Banjo, lead member of world-renowned dance troupe Diversity include Canada (GameTV) and Africa (MNET). Sky1 HD's highest rated entertainment series, the hit … [Read more...] about “Got To Dance” reaches 120 territories
BREAKING: Alex Mahon Announced As CEO of Shine Group
Alex Mahon will assume full responsibility for day to day management of the 28 operating companies within Shine Group. Murdoch will continue as Group Chairman leading Shine’s creative talent, culture and strategy. The changes are effective from September. Elisabeth Murdoch said: “As Shine further diversifies across genres, geographies and platforms, I believe that the continued growth of the company requires the Chairman and CEO roles to be distinct and separate. Alex has earned this … [Read more...] about BREAKING: Alex Mahon Announced As CEO of Shine Group
