New York– Syfy announced that it has greenlit Incorporated, a futuristic thriller from Pearl Street Films, CBS Television Studios and Universal Cable Productions. The 13-episode first season of the drama series will premiere on Syfy in fall 2016. Incorporated is distributed worldwide by CBS Studios International. Set in a near future where corporations have unlimited power, the series centers around Ben Larson, a young executive who conceals his true identity to infiltrate a very dangerous … [Read more...] about Syfy premieres thriller
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NBCU announces original video programming initiative
New York – NBCUniversal announced on April 15 the launch of a robust, original video programming initiative that will be promoted across the company’s unique portfolio of television networks and featured on its extensive collection of digital platforms as well as on national video-on-demand. Debuting first on various digital platforms including channel websites, Hulu and video-on-demand, this companywide initiative is designed to connect advertising brands with consumers in the most … [Read more...] about NBCU announces original video programming initiative
Universal Cable Productions commits to Keshet content
Universal Cable Productions (UCP) has announced a six-episode event series commitment for DIG, an action adventure drama from co-creators and executive producers Tim Kring (Heroes) and Gideon Raff (Homeland). The series, which was developed by Keshet in association with BermanBraun, marks the first project commitment since Jeff Wachtel was tapped for the newly created role of President and Chief Content Officer and studio head for NBC Universal Cable Entertainment. DIG will … [Read more...] about Universal Cable Productions commits to Keshet content
Syfy’s “Defiance” renewed for second season
New York - Syfy has renewed its series Defiance, giving a 13-episode second season order. Season 2 of Defiance, produced by Universal Cable Productions, will begin production in Toronto in August for a 2014 premiere, returning as the anchor of Syfy’s Powerful Monday’s block of primetime original series. Kevin Murphy (Desperate Housewives, Caprica, Hellcats) resumes his role as executive producer and showrunner. Smallville’s Darren Swimmer and Todd Slavkin return as … [Read more...] about Syfy’s “Defiance” renewed for second season