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Original Programming
Apple adds second Witherspoon scripted original
Apple’s push into original scripted television has continued by putting a second series from Reese…
A+E strikes wide-ranging programming deal with Verizon
A+E Networks has scored a programming output deal with US telco and digital business Verizon….
Romper Stomper: the Wright time to revisit history
Geoffrey Wright’s earth-shaking 1992 movie Romper Stomper redefined representations of violence on the big screen,…
Epix programming chief exits
US premium cable network Epix is saying goodbye to its head of programming, Jocelyn Diaz….
Amazon teams with ITV for Kate Beckinsale drama
Amazon Prime Video and UK broadcaster ITV are coproducing a limited drama series starring Kate…
Amazon reveals subs’ streaming habits
Amazon Prime Video has unveiled a number of “curious facts” and “milestones” related to its…
UKTV CEO claims originals strategy success
The CEO of British multichannel broadcaster UKTV, Darren Childs, has claimed investment in original programming…
Netflix buys second Ricky Gervais stand-up special ‘for $20m’
SVOD giant Netflix has acquired another stand-up special from Ricky Gervais, with the comedian claiming…
Netflix ‘far behind’ in the Indian OTT market
Netflix is “far behind” other players in the Indian over-the-top video market, ranking fifth in…
UK kids industry gets ‘much-needed’ £60m cash injection
The British kids TV industry has been given a £60 million (US$81.3 million) production and…