Cannes – Record attendances at MIPCOM, more World Premiere TV and International Screenings than ever, a remarkable Japan Country of Honour programme, a Personality of the Year, Shonda Rhimes, who packed delegates into her keynote interview and a tour de force opening keynote from Sony Corporation’s President and CEO Kazuo Hirai, combined to make for a highly successful and memorable MIPCOM 2016. At the main MIPCOM event, which drew delegations from 108 countries, attendance reached some … [Read more...] about MIPCOM 2016 sets new records
Shonda Rhimes
MIPCOM 2016 – Personality of the Year
Paris – Shonda Rhimes, creator and writer of ground-breaking hit shows and one of the most celebrated and influential producers in Hollywood, has been named MIPCOM 2016 Personality of the Year. The internationally-respected Rhimes, whose TV credits include ABC Studios’ Grey’s Anatomy, Scandal, Private Practice, How to Get Away with Murder, and The Catch will be honoured at a gala dinner for leading international television executives at the Carlton Hotel, Cannes, on Wednesday 19 October and … [Read more...] about MIPCOM 2016 – Personality of the Year
“How To Get Away with Murder” licensed to 158 territories worldwide
Disney Media Distribution confirmed that ABC Studios’ critically acclaimed hit drama How To Get Away with Murder has been licensed to broadcasters in 158 territories worldwide. Disney’s international programming distribution arm has secured deals with broadcasters in countries ranging from the UK, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Poland, Vietnam, South Africa, China and Azerbaijan to Israel, the Middle East, Greece, all of Africa and Turkey amongst others. The Shonda Rhimes produced show, … [Read more...] about “How To Get Away with Murder” licensed to 158 territories worldwide
CTV acquires 11 new TV series for primetime lineup
Toronto – CTV announced on May 23 it has acquired the most-buzzed about and sought-after new programmes of the season for its 2014/15 primetime schedule following the conclusion of the L.A. Screenings. Immediately strengthening Canada's most-watched network for the 13th year in a row are 11 newly acquired series including the three must-have dramas from the market, Batman back-story drama Gotham, the latest addictive series from hit-maker Shonda Rhimes How To Get Away With … [Read more...] about CTV acquires 11 new TV series for primetime lineup
