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”
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Alfred Haber, Inc. to distribute Beatles special internationally
Palisades Park – On the heels of the show's airing in the U.S. on CBS on February 9, 2014 – exactly 50 years to the day, date and time of the original event – and having just recently been appointed exclusive international distributor, Alfred Haber, President of Alfred Haber, Inc. (AHI), announced that the company has already secured numerous international sales for The Beatles: The Night that Changed America – A … [Read more...] about Alfred Haber, Inc. to distribute Beatles special internationally
CCTV and Sesame Workshop ​on ​China special
Shanghai – CCTV Children’s Channel began airing a Spring Festival Special series called Happy New Year from January 31 to February 6. Airing every night 6pm-7pm and with particular themes, the program is aimed at encouraging children to learn more about Spring Festival. In addition, it is the first time that CCTV Children’s Channel hosts are meeting with the Muppets of Sesame Street. During the special, there is a segment called “Chinese New … [Read more...] about CCTV and Sesame Workshop ​on ​China special
“Doctor Who” special to get simultaneous broadcast in over 75 countries
London- BBC Worldwide has announced that the 50th Anniversary episode of Doctor Who will, for the first time ever, be broadcast simultaneously to millions of viewers worldwide in a global simulcast on November 23, 2013. Fans in at least 75 countries spanning six continents will be able to enjoy the episode in 2D and 3D, where available, at the same time as the UK broadcast. On top of the worldwide TV broadcast, hundreds of cinemas in the UK and across the … [Read more...] about “Doctor Who” special to get simultaneous broadcast in over 75 countries
DRG Acquires ITV / ITN Primetime Special: “Kate and Wills – A Royal Love Story”
DRG confirmed today the immediate international launch of all-new 1-hour primetime ITV2 special “Kate and Wills - A Royal Love Story”, produced by ITN Productions, as this decade’s most famous Royal couple announce their engagement to the world. The program gives a unique insight into the Royal couple’s love story and charts the highs-and-lows of the last eight years in their romantic and personal lives. DRG is a leading international and independent TV acquisition and … [Read more...] about DRG Acquires ITV / ITN Primetime Special: “Kate and Wills – A Royal Love Story”
