Autentic Distribution has recently secured deals for new MIPTV titles and their existing line-up of top-notch documentaries and factual series.SBS has picked up 14 hours of factual programming from the Munich-based Distributor. The Australian broadcaster pre-bought the upcoming history series A Cold War of Spies (4×50') which was also presented at the MIPDOC International Buyers Screenings this week in Cannes. Other titles of this deal include World’s Most Punctual Train – Japan’s … [Read more...] about Authentic Distribution closes raft of sales around MIPTV
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iWantTFC partners with Vooks to stream animates kid’s books
iWantTFC, the world’s leading Filipino streaming platform available in 200 countries, bolsters its move to expand its content offerings as it partners with Vooks, an award-winning international streaming app with over 1.7 million total users globally. With over 40 publishing partners of best-selling books, Vooks offers a collection of animated children's story books and it is available in more than 175 countries worldwide, with the Philippines ranking at the fifth spot of top platform users. It … [Read more...] about iWantTFC partners with Vooks to stream animates kid’s books
Catch Indian Premier League anytime, anywhere, on StarHub
Cricket fans in Singapore – gear up for an exciting new season of Tata Indian Premier League (Tata IPL) on StarHub! From 31 March 2023 to 28 May 2023, StarHub Sports+ customers can snag a front-row seat to all 74 ‘live’ cricket matches via dedicated cricket channels Hub Sports 4 and 5, at no extra cost. Tata IPL kicks off with an explosive opening match between current title holders Gujarat Titans and four-time winners Chennai Super Kings at Narendra Modi Stadium in … [Read more...] about Catch Indian Premier League anytime, anywhere, on StarHub
Alice in Borderland sets record as the most-watched Japanese series ever on Netflix
The new season of Alice in Borderland has set a new record as the most-watched Japanese series ever on Netflix (live-action and anime inclusive) in just four days. After premiering on December 22, Alice in Borderland season two has taken the #1 spot on the Global Non-English TV list with 61.2 million viewing hours over its premiere weekend (based on the week of Dec 19 - 25). Season two hit the Top 10 Series list in 90 countries, including Japan, … [Read more...] about Alice in Borderland sets record as the most-watched Japanese series ever on Netflix
ROCK Action launches in 12 countries
Rock Entertainment Holdings, a content and channel distributor has enhanced its entertainment offering with the launch of the New 24/7 Action Movie Channel, ROCK Action. ROCK Action was launched this morning across Asia-Pacific as a linear service in 12 countries (Hong Kong, Macau, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Papau New Guinea, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, and Singapore) with over 20 service platform providers. Redefining what action movies mean to you, the channel will … [Read more...] about ROCK Action launches in 12 countries
VICE Distribution appoints new Asia sales lead
VICE Distribution, the global distribution and content licensing arm of VICE Media Group, today announces the appointment of Elise Ching as the company’s Sales Director for the APAC region. Announcing the appointment, Executive Managing Director, Distribution for VICE Media Group, Bea Hegedus, said: “APAC is a key growth area for us as we look to capitalise on the success of the VICE brand and the popularity of our diverse content in the region. I am delighted that Elise will be joining VICE … [Read more...] about VICE Distribution appoints new Asia sales lead