Amsterdam, Moscow - Public broadcaster Russia 1 has commissioned 7 prime time episodes of The Brain, from Endemol Shine Group. Produced by Weit Media, Endemol Shine Group’s production company in Russia, the series will be known locally as Incredible People. The series showcases amazing skills and unbelievable feats where contestants compete for a cash prize by performing mental and physical challenges that are all but impossible for everyday people. Endemol Shine Germany along their joint … [Read more...] about The Brain launched in Russia
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GRB’s factual programming deals
Sherman Oaks, CA- GRB Entertainment announced deals for two factual make-over series in Canada -- Secret Guide to Fabulous and My First Home; and a family-oriented food competition format to Sweden for Recipe Rehab. Blue Ant Media acquired Secret Guide to Fabulous, from executive producers Kelly Ripa and Mark Conseulos. Game TV took two seasons of home-buying series My First Home, produced for TLC. Sweden’s Elk Production acquired the format Recipe Rehab, from the creator of The Biggest Loser. … [Read more...] about GRB’s factual programming deals
Netflix’s Ultimate Beastmaster
Beverly Hills, CA- Netflix is bringing together top tier competitors and athletes from several countries around the world to compete in a new action-packed global competition series, Ultimate Beastmaster, featuring and produced by Sylvester Stallone (Creed, Grudge Match) and producer Dave Broome (The Biggest Loser, Strong). Ultimate Beastmaster is the first international competition series of its kind with six customized local versions featuring local languages, competitors and hosts from … [Read more...] about Netflix’s Ultimate Beastmaster
Shine International announces new format deals in Vietnam
London – Shine International confirmed five new format deals for Vietnam on April 11. The Biggest Loser, the lifestyle format that offers overweight people the opportunity to undergo a radical, positive transformation, has been sold to the VTV network. The 15 x 60’ series will air in 2015. Beauty & The Geek, the entertainment format that teams a group of beautiful girls with genius guys, has been picked up by Cattiensa, one of the largest production companies in Vietnam. The 15 x … [Read more...] about Shine International announces new format deals in Vietnam
Cordell Jigsaw Zapruder appoints CEO
Matt Campbell has been appointed CEO of CJZ, effective November 4, 2013. One of Australia's leading media executives, Campbell most recently held the role of Managing Director at Shine, where he produced ratings-winning programmes such as Masterchef, The Biggest Loser, The Voice and Australia’s Next Top Model.Prior to joining the Shine Group in September 2011, Campbell held the position of Executive Director of Content at SBS Television for seven years. During his time at … [Read more...] about Cordell Jigsaw Zapruder appoints CEO
NBC announces 2013/ 2014 upfront slate – “Smash” cancelled
Robert Greenblatt, Chairman of NBC Entertainment announced a new lineup of primetime shows for the 2013-14 season, including comedies Welcome to the Family; Sean Saves the World; and The Michael J. Fox Show, executive produced by Fox and Will Gluck, as well as dramas Ironside starring Blair Underwood, limited series Dracula and the James Spader’s The Blacklist. Additionally, NBC picked up two new alternative series – The Million Second Quiz and American Dream Builders hosted by … [Read more...] about NBC announces 2013/ 2014 upfront slate – “Smash” cancelled
