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BBC acquires Austin series

The BBC has acquired Austin, a new eight-part scripted comedy series starring Ben Miller, Sally Phillips, and Michael Theo. The series has been acquired for BBC iPlayer and TV channels from ITV Studios. When much-loved children’s author Julian Hartswood (Miller) inadvertently causes a social media storm, his career and that of his illustrator wife Ingrid […]

July 10, 2024

Molang goes to the Movies

Millimages, the independent European animation studio and IP developer, and Belgian cinema chain Kinepolis have announced Molang’s first ever cinema film event. Opening on September 1st and distributed by the chain’s distribution arm Kinepolis Film Distribution France, Molang at the Movies will screen in 40+ cinemas across France, Spain, Belgium, Netherlands and Luxembourg. Molang at […]

July 10, 2024

Rakuten TV presents We All Play original doc

Rakuten TV, the European VoD platform, has unveiled its latest Original production: We All Play, a documentary film on the inclusion of LGBTQAI+ community in sport. From the inspiring stories of athletes defying obstacles to the courageous accounts of those who have fought for their right to compete on equal terms, We All Play offers […]

July 10, 2024

DAZN, WBD eye domestic Ligue 1 rights

Ahead of the new Ligue 1 season it is still unknown how domestic fans will be able to watch France’s top flight football league. France’s Professional Football League (LFP) failed to reach a decision on a broadcast deal at a recent meeting of club representatives and, as previously reported, is considering launching its own DTC […]

July 9, 2024

UnchainedTV partners with FAST Channels TV

UnchainedTV, the world’s only free, plant-based streaming TV network, has announced its collaboration with FAST Channels TV to introduce their latest venture, a FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV) channel, to audiences worldwide. UnchainedTV Food & Lifestyle is the newest addition to the FAST channel lineup, offering a unique look at celebrities who are living the […]

July 9, 2024

Sky Kids announces trio of new commissions

Sky Kids has announced three new Sky Originals that will all be produced in the UK: Jaime’s Yoga Adventures, Ten Little…who? and Emerald. YouTube sensation Jaime Amor is bringing movement and mindfulness to Sky Kids with her first ever TV series, Jaime’s Yoga Adventures. Kids will be taken on an inspiring journey to a world […]

July 9, 2024

WildEarth partners with Titan OS

WildEarth.tv, home of the largest safari vehicle in the world, has announced a partnership with Titan OS, the technology, entertainment, and advertising company based in Barcelona. The collaboration will see WildEarth’s live safaris and waterhole camera content broadcast to Philips Smart TV devices powered by Titan OS across Europe.   Titan OS is already powering 4 […]

July 9, 2024

The future of live casino entertainment: Predictions for TV and streaming integration

As the landscape of gaming continues to evolve, one area seeing transformative changes is live casino entertainment. The integration of this form of gambling with television (TV) and streaming platforms is ushering in a new era marked by incredible opportunities and growth. Leveraging advanced technologies, collaborations across industries are creating unmatched experiences for audiences worldwide. […]

July 9, 2024

Skydance, Paramount agree merger

Skydance Media and Paramount Global have entered into a definitive agreement to form ‘New Paramount’ – a next-generation media and technology leader, through a two-step transaction including the acquisition of National Amusements Inc (NAI), which holds the controlling share stake in Paramount, and subsequently a merger of Skydance and Paramount Global. The transaction combines the […]

July 8, 2024

16.8m watch England knock out Switzerland on BBC

The BBC’s coverage of England’s win over Switzerland at Euro 2024 on July 6th drew in more than three quarters of the nation’s TV viewers. England won via a penalty shootout after Breel Embolo’s goal for Switzerland was matched by a late equaliser from Bukayo Saka in regular time as the only two goals of […]

July 8, 2024By Nik Roseveare