Lionsgate TV’s Gary Goodman has signed a new multi-year deal to continue in his role as exec VP of worldwide production. He’ll continue to oversee production on the studio’s slate of scripted series as well as East Coast television production facilities in Yonkers, N.Y., Atlanta and a new site opening soon in Newark, N.J.
In his 17 years at Lionsgate, Goodman has worked on series including “Mad Men,” “Orange is the New Black,” “Weeds,” “Nurse Jackie,” “Nashville” and “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” among others. He has also led production for multiple installments of the “Power” franchise and “Bmf” for Starz, along with “Ghosts” for CBS, “Mythic Quest,” “Acapulco” and “Manhunt” for Apple TV+ and the recent John Wick prequel “The Continental” for Peacock and Amazon Prime.
“Gary’s production leadership has been a vital part of our success for nearly 20 years, successfully guiding us through the pandemic...
In his 17 years at Lionsgate, Goodman has worked on series including “Mad Men,” “Orange is the New Black,” “Weeds,” “Nurse Jackie,” “Nashville” and “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” among others. He has also led production for multiple installments of the “Power” franchise and “Bmf” for Starz, along with “Ghosts” for CBS, “Mythic Quest,” “Acapulco” and “Manhunt” for Apple TV+ and the recent John Wick prequel “The Continental” for Peacock and Amazon Prime.
“Gary’s production leadership has been a vital part of our success for nearly 20 years, successfully guiding us through the pandemic...
- 4/23/2024
- by Selena Kuznikov and Jack Dunn
- Variety Film + TV
Lionsgate Television has signed Gary Goodman to a new multi-year deal to continue as EVP of Worldwide Production, heading up production of the studio’s slate of premium scripted series as well as its East Coast television production facilities in Yonkers, NY, Atlanta, Georgia and opening soon in Newark, New Jersey.
Goodman is a 17-year Lionsgate veteran, serving as head of TV production on shows including AMC’s Mad Men, Netflix’s Orange is the New Black, Weeds and Nurse Jackie for Showtime, ABC/CMT’s Nashville and Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist for NBC, to name a few. Current projects include: Bmf, P-Valley and The Serpent Queen for Starz, Mythic Quest, Acapulco and Manhunt for Apple TV+ and the recent John Wick prequel The Continental for Peacock and Amazon Prime.
Goodman has overseen multiple installments of the Power franchise and up next will steer production on the recently announced prequel Origins,...
Goodman is a 17-year Lionsgate veteran, serving as head of TV production on shows including AMC’s Mad Men, Netflix’s Orange is the New Black, Weeds and Nurse Jackie for Showtime, ABC/CMT’s Nashville and Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist for NBC, to name a few. Current projects include: Bmf, P-Valley and The Serpent Queen for Starz, Mythic Quest, Acapulco and Manhunt for Apple TV+ and the recent John Wick prequel The Continental for Peacock and Amazon Prime.
Goodman has overseen multiple installments of the Power franchise and up next will steer production on the recently announced prequel Origins,...
- 4/23/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Point Grey Pictures, the production company run by Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg and James Weaver, is staying in business with Lionsgate Television.
The company has extended its first-look deal with the company. It comes five years after Point Grey signed a deal with Lionsgate.
The move also comes a day after Apple confirmed a series order for The Studio, a Hollywood movie studio comedy series starring Rogen, Kathryn Hahn and Catherine O’Hara.
Point Grey is behind series including Amazon’s The Boys and its spin-off The Boys: Gen V, Future Man, Black Monday and Preachers. It also worked with Lionsgate Television on Jason Woliner’s limited series Paul T. Goldman for Peacock.
Earlier this year, Point Grey moved its movie deal to Universal.
Ashley Morales negotiated the deal on behalf of Lionsgate Television.
“Seth, Evan and James are the masters of subversive, renegade humor who make coming to work both...
The company has extended its first-look deal with the company. It comes five years after Point Grey signed a deal with Lionsgate.
The move also comes a day after Apple confirmed a series order for The Studio, a Hollywood movie studio comedy series starring Rogen, Kathryn Hahn and Catherine O’Hara.
Point Grey is behind series including Amazon’s The Boys and its spin-off The Boys: Gen V, Future Man, Black Monday and Preachers. It also worked with Lionsgate Television on Jason Woliner’s limited series Paul T. Goldman for Peacock.
Earlier this year, Point Grey moved its movie deal to Universal.
Ashley Morales negotiated the deal on behalf of Lionsgate Television.
“Seth, Evan and James are the masters of subversive, renegade humor who make coming to work both...
- 3/27/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg and James Weaver’s Point Grey Pictures has entered into a first-look deal with Lionsgate Television.
News of the deal comes just after it was announced production has begun on the Apple TV+ series “The Studio.” The show, which is set at a legacy Hollywood movie studio, is produced by Point Grey and Lionsgate TV with Rogen set to star as well as write, direct, and executive produce alongside Goldberg. Kathryn Hahn, Catherine O’Hara, and Bryan Cranston are also among the show’s cast.
“Seth, Evan and James are the masters of subversive, renegade humor who make coming to work both fun and funny every single day,” said Lionsgate Television Group chair and chief creative officer Kevin Beggs. “From ‘The Boys’ to ‘Sausage Party,’ they are true trendsetters with their fingers on the pulse of what’s funny in entertainment. We began shooting their hilarious, wildly...
News of the deal comes just after it was announced production has begun on the Apple TV+ series “The Studio.” The show, which is set at a legacy Hollywood movie studio, is produced by Point Grey and Lionsgate TV with Rogen set to star as well as write, direct, and executive produce alongside Goldberg. Kathryn Hahn, Catherine O’Hara, and Bryan Cranston are also among the show’s cast.
“Seth, Evan and James are the masters of subversive, renegade humor who make coming to work both fun and funny every single day,” said Lionsgate Television Group chair and chief creative officer Kevin Beggs. “From ‘The Boys’ to ‘Sausage Party,’ they are true trendsetters with their fingers on the pulse of what’s funny in entertainment. We began shooting their hilarious, wildly...
- 3/27/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Lionsgate casting executive Marcello Bellisario has signed a new multi-year deal as EVP, Television Casting for Lionsgate Television and Starz.
Bellisario will continue to oversee casting for both Lionsgate Television and Starz, reporting directly to Lionsgate Television Group Chair & Chief Creative Officer Kevin Beggs, and working closely with Starz President of Original Programming Kathryn Busby. Bellisario is currently managing casting for The Hunting Wives, starring Malin Åkerman and Brittany Snow, and Spartacus: House of Ashur, both of which are prepping to go into production. He previously served as SVP, Television Casting for the two companies.
“Marcello is one of the leading casting executives working in television today,” said Beggs and Lionsgate Television Group Vice Chairman Sandra Stern. “He is a champion for diverse casts and LGBTQ+ actors, and his keen eye for talent has played an important role in the success of Starz and Lionsgate Television’s current series,...
Bellisario will continue to oversee casting for both Lionsgate Television and Starz, reporting directly to Lionsgate Television Group Chair & Chief Creative Officer Kevin Beggs, and working closely with Starz President of Original Programming Kathryn Busby. Bellisario is currently managing casting for The Hunting Wives, starring Malin Åkerman and Brittany Snow, and Spartacus: House of Ashur, both of which are prepping to go into production. He previously served as SVP, Television Casting for the two companies.
“Marcello is one of the leading casting executives working in television today,” said Beggs and Lionsgate Television Group Vice Chairman Sandra Stern. “He is a champion for diverse casts and LGBTQ+ actors, and his keen eye for talent has played an important role in the success of Starz and Lionsgate Television’s current series,...
- 3/12/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Lionsgate Television Group has promoted three company veterans in its business affairs department. Ashley Morales has been elevated to EVP, Television Business Affairs, Elisabeth James Rhee to SVP, Business Affairs & Labor Relations, and Keith Warren to SVP, Television Business Affairs, the company announced today.
The promotions follow the studio’s recent acquisition of global content platform eOne, its increased equity investment in management and production company 3 Arts Entertainment and the launch of Lionsgate Alternative Television.
“Ashley, Elisabeth, and Keith have orchestrated deals for many of our most acclaimed shows,” said Sandra Stern, Vice Chairman, Lionsgate Television Group. “They have risen through the ranks as a result of their industry expertise, dealmaking prowess and professionalism, and I’m thrilled for them to continue to expand their leadership roles within the business affairs group.”
In her new role, Morales will continue to negotiate high level series and talent deals as...
The promotions follow the studio’s recent acquisition of global content platform eOne, its increased equity investment in management and production company 3 Arts Entertainment and the launch of Lionsgate Alternative Television.
“Ashley, Elisabeth, and Keith have orchestrated deals for many of our most acclaimed shows,” said Sandra Stern, Vice Chairman, Lionsgate Television Group. “They have risen through the ranks as a result of their industry expertise, dealmaking prowess and professionalism, and I’m thrilled for them to continue to expand their leadership roles within the business affairs group.”
In her new role, Morales will continue to negotiate high level series and talent deals as...
- 2/27/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Lionsgate’s Pilgrim Media Group has signed an exclusive unscripted deal with Sean Perry’s production company 2500 Media, the company announced Thursday.
Under the agreement, 2500 Media, which focuses on unscripted series, documentaries and scripted projects, will immediately enter into Pilgrim Media Group’s development and production staff. The deal also covers a first look scripted component with Lionsgate Television.
“When I looked around at ways to super charge my new company 2500 Media and deliver high quality production at a reasonable cost, it was clear that locking arms with Lionsgate and Pilgrim was the best and fastest way to accomplish our goals,” Perry said in a statement. “When you see what Kevin Beggs, Sandra Stern and their team have accomplished across Lionsgate Television and my good friend Craig Piligian has built with Pilgrim, it was a no brainer to dive in fully with them.”
Perry, who serves as founder and CEO of 2500 Media,...
Under the agreement, 2500 Media, which focuses on unscripted series, documentaries and scripted projects, will immediately enter into Pilgrim Media Group’s development and production staff. The deal also covers a first look scripted component with Lionsgate Television.
“When I looked around at ways to super charge my new company 2500 Media and deliver high quality production at a reasonable cost, it was clear that locking arms with Lionsgate and Pilgrim was the best and fastest way to accomplish our goals,” Perry said in a statement. “When you see what Kevin Beggs, Sandra Stern and their team have accomplished across Lionsgate Television and my good friend Craig Piligian has built with Pilgrim, it was a no brainer to dive in fully with them.”
Perry, who serves as founder and CEO of 2500 Media,...
- 9/7/2023
- by Loree Seitz
- The Wrap
Lionsgate’s Pilgrim Media Group has signed an exclusive unscripted deal with Sean Perry’s recently launched 2500 Media production company.
As part of the deal, 2500 Media will immediately plug into the worldwide development and production staff at Pilgrim and the agreement includes a first-look scripted component with Lionsgate Television
“When I looked around at ways to super charge my new company 2500 Media and deliver high quality production at a reasonable cost, it was clear that locking arms with Lionsgate and Pilgrim was the best and fastest way to accomplish our goals,” said Perry. “When you see what Kevin Beggs, Sandra Stern and their team have accomplished across Lionsgate Television and my good friend Craig Piligian has built with Pilgrim, it was a no brainer to dive in fully with them.”
2500 Media focuses on unscripted series, documentaries and scripted projects. Perry, 2500 Media founder and CEO, is an industry veteran who previously founded the Endeavor non-scripted department.
As part of the deal, 2500 Media will immediately plug into the worldwide development and production staff at Pilgrim and the agreement includes a first-look scripted component with Lionsgate Television
“When I looked around at ways to super charge my new company 2500 Media and deliver high quality production at a reasonable cost, it was clear that locking arms with Lionsgate and Pilgrim was the best and fastest way to accomplish our goals,” said Perry. “When you see what Kevin Beggs, Sandra Stern and their team have accomplished across Lionsgate Television and my good friend Craig Piligian has built with Pilgrim, it was a no brainer to dive in fully with them.”
2500 Media focuses on unscripted series, documentaries and scripted projects. Perry, 2500 Media founder and CEO, is an industry veteran who previously founded the Endeavor non-scripted department.
- 9/7/2023
- by BreAnna Bell
- Variety Film + TV
Eleonora Andreatta, Netflix’s VP of Italian originals who oversees the streaming giant’s local output of series, movies, and non-scripted shows, will receive the Ittv International Award during the Venice Film Festival from the Los-Angeles based Italian Television Festival.
Affectionately known as Tinny, Eleonora Andreatta has long been a fundamental figure in Italian scripted content production. As head of drama at pubcaster Rai, she ushered in a new era by commissioning and carefully shepherding global hits such as the Elena Ferrante adaptation “My Brilliant Friend.” At Netflix, which she joined in mid-2020, Andreatta recently shepherded another well-received series based on Ferrante’s novel, “The Lying Life of Adults” directed by Edoardo De Angelis, who happens to also be the helmer of Venice’s opening film “Comandante.”
Netflix’s next high-profile show out of Italy is “The Leopard,” based on the classic Sicily-set novel by Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa, which...
Affectionately known as Tinny, Eleonora Andreatta has long been a fundamental figure in Italian scripted content production. As head of drama at pubcaster Rai, she ushered in a new era by commissioning and carefully shepherding global hits such as the Elena Ferrante adaptation “My Brilliant Friend.” At Netflix, which she joined in mid-2020, Andreatta recently shepherded another well-received series based on Ferrante’s novel, “The Lying Life of Adults” directed by Edoardo De Angelis, who happens to also be the helmer of Venice’s opening film “Comandante.”
Netflix’s next high-profile show out of Italy is “The Leopard,” based on the classic Sicily-set novel by Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa, which...
- 8/25/2023
- by Nick Vivarelli
- Variety Film + TV
For aspiring entertainment lawyers, there’s no foolproof way to break into Hollywood — but studying at a school with a specialized program and well-connected alumni certainly doesn’t hurt.
Each year, The Hollywood Reporter spotlights the top programs — factoring in their alumni on the Power Lawyers list as well as new and novel courses, externship programs and other offerings — that could give students an edge in the industry.
1. UCLA
Nestled in the heart of Westwood, UCLA returns to the top of the list with a splashy offering through the Ziffren Institute for Media, Entertainment, Technology and Sports Law that includes two seminars taught by Ken Ziffren himself and a TV law course taught by Lionsgate’s Sandra Stern. There’s also a program that guarantees internships at CAA, WME and Ziffren Brittenham to promising students as part of their admission.
2. Harvard
Grads from the iconic Cambridge, Massachusetts, Ivy have no trouble landing jobs in Hollywood,...
Each year, The Hollywood Reporter spotlights the top programs — factoring in their alumni on the Power Lawyers list as well as new and novel courses, externship programs and other offerings — that could give students an edge in the industry.
1. UCLA
Nestled in the heart of Westwood, UCLA returns to the top of the list with a splashy offering through the Ziffren Institute for Media, Entertainment, Technology and Sports Law that includes two seminars taught by Ken Ziffren himself and a TV law course taught by Lionsgate’s Sandra Stern. There’s also a program that guarantees internships at CAA, WME and Ziffren Brittenham to promising students as part of their admission.
2. Harvard
Grads from the iconic Cambridge, Massachusetts, Ivy have no trouble landing jobs in Hollywood,...
- 4/18/2023
- by Winston Cho
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including red carpets for Shrinking, The 1619 Project and Freeridge.
Fear premiere
The cast and crew of the psychological horror film walked the red carpet in Los Angeles on Saturday.
T.I, Tyler Abron, Ruby Modine, Jessica Allain, Bonnie Morgan, Joseph Sikora, Annie iionzeh and Andrew Bachelor
Television Academy Foundation’s “The Power of TV: Reshaping Breast Cancer Narratives” event
Departing Grey’s Anatomy showrunner Krista Vernoff, Superman & Lois co-executive producer and writer Kristi Korzec, Dickinson creator Alena Smith and breast surgical oncologist Carlie Thompson took part in a conversation on Wednesday about young women being most affected by early onset breast cancer, the inequities in access to risk information and health care, and how television programs can inspire young women to take action for their health.
Kristi Korzec, Krista Vernoff, Alena Smith and Dr.
Fear premiere
The cast and crew of the psychological horror film walked the red carpet in Los Angeles on Saturday.
T.I, Tyler Abron, Ruby Modine, Jessica Allain, Bonnie Morgan, Joseph Sikora, Annie iionzeh and Andrew Bachelor
Television Academy Foundation’s “The Power of TV: Reshaping Breast Cancer Narratives” event
Departing Grey’s Anatomy showrunner Krista Vernoff, Superman & Lois co-executive producer and writer Kristi Korzec, Dickinson creator Alena Smith and breast surgical oncologist Carlie Thompson took part in a conversation on Wednesday about young women being most affected by early onset breast cancer, the inequities in access to risk information and health care, and how television programs can inspire young women to take action for their health.
Kristi Korzec, Krista Vernoff, Alena Smith and Dr.
- 1/27/2023
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
When discussing the burgeoning streaming landscape, Sandra Stern, recently promoted to vice chairman of Lionsgate Television Group, observed that popular TV franchises even from long-ago decades can stop the “churn” — that is, subscribers who sign up in order to watch one highly promoted movie or TV series and then drop the subscription after they watch it.
Stern and other top executives at the company joined TheWrap for Tuesday’s virtual Power Women Summit (Pws) panel entitled “The Women of Lionsgate: Brands & Franchises in Today’s Media Landscape,” sponsored by Lionsgate. Stern said the value of producing TV franchises came into sharp focus during the pandemic as stay-at-home viewers entered into the premium subscription service game.
“The big concern for all streamers, for all paid platforms, is churn,” Stern said. “There’s something we must watch [so]we sign up for platform, and once we’ve seen it, we tune it out.
Stern and other top executives at the company joined TheWrap for Tuesday’s virtual Power Women Summit (Pws) panel entitled “The Women of Lionsgate: Brands & Franchises in Today’s Media Landscape,” sponsored by Lionsgate. Stern said the value of producing TV franchises came into sharp focus during the pandemic as stay-at-home viewers entered into the premium subscription service game.
“The big concern for all streamers, for all paid platforms, is churn,” Stern said. “There’s something we must watch [so]we sign up for platform, and once we’ve seen it, we tune it out.
- 12/14/2022
- by Diane Haithman
- The Wrap
After record deal-making in 2021, the number and dollar value of M&a in media and telecommunications fell during the past 12 months through November, according to the latest report by PwC.
There have been 3,772 deals, a 26 year-over-year drop. The dollar value of M&a totaled 624 billion, an 18 dip, the firm said in its biannual U.S. Deals Outlook. That’s still above pre-pandemic levels but squeezed by higher interest rates and inflation, a soft stock market, growing geopolitical tensions and enhanced regulatory oversight — i.e. the FTC’s announcement today that it will sue to block Microsoft’s planned 69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard. All are pressures that will continue to color M&a into 2023.
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There have been 3,772 deals, a 26 year-over-year drop. The dollar value of M&a totaled 624 billion, an 18 dip, the firm said in its biannual U.S. Deals Outlook. That’s still above pre-pandemic levels but squeezed by higher interest rates and inflation, a soft stock market, growing geopolitical tensions and enhanced regulatory oversight — i.e. the FTC’s announcement today that it will sue to block Microsoft’s planned 69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard. All are pressures that will continue to color M&a into 2023.
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- 12/9/2022
- by Jill Goldsmith
- Deadline Film + TV
In a moment of crisis, the leaders of talent agency APA were not about to let opportunity pass them by.
The dramatic changes that have swept across the content business and Hollywood’s creative community have made for a topsy-turvy ride for the town’s major tenpercenteries: The packaging battle between talent agencies and the Writers Guild of America in 2019 followed by pandemic disruption left sizable agencies — APA among them — in a precarious state.
But after a swirl of dealmaking, blocking, tackling and talent-wooing, APA leaders Jim Gosnell and Jim Osborne (aka “the Jims”) are heading into 2023 with more confidence than ever about cementing the agency’s position as the leading full-service, midsize alternative to the Big Three: WME, CAA and UTA.
“During the pandemic, everybody got punched in the stomach pretty hard because everything just came to a screeching halt,” says Gosnell, who is APA’s CEO, while Osborne is president.
The dramatic changes that have swept across the content business and Hollywood’s creative community have made for a topsy-turvy ride for the town’s major tenpercenteries: The packaging battle between talent agencies and the Writers Guild of America in 2019 followed by pandemic disruption left sizable agencies — APA among them — in a precarious state.
But after a swirl of dealmaking, blocking, tackling and talent-wooing, APA leaders Jim Gosnell and Jim Osborne (aka “the Jims”) are heading into 2023 with more confidence than ever about cementing the agency’s position as the leading full-service, midsize alternative to the Big Three: WME, CAA and UTA.
“During the pandemic, everybody got punched in the stomach pretty hard because everything just came to a screeching halt,” says Gosnell, who is APA’s CEO, while Osborne is president.
- 12/7/2022
- by Cynthia Littleton
- Variety Film + TV
Sandra Stern has been promoted to serve as vice chairman of the Lionsgate Television Group.
Stern has been with Lionsgate for nearly 20 years at the time of her promotion. In her new role, she will continue to report to Lionsgate TV Group’s chair and chief creative officer, Kevin Beggs.
“Sandra is a gifted negotiator with an intuitive understanding of the needs of our streaming, broadcast and cable partners as well as a unique ability to create win/win relationships,” said Beggs. “After nearly 20 years, our partnership continues to grow and evolve with the fast-changing television landscape.”
Stern and Lionsgate scored 14 series pickups in 2022 coupled with the independent studio’s 15 current series. Their current slate includes shows like the “Power” franchise at Starz, “Ghosts” at CBS, “Home Economics” at ABC, “P-Valley” at Starz, and “Welcome to Flatch” at Fox. Stern also helped shepherd Lionsgate’s investment in the U.K.
Stern has been with Lionsgate for nearly 20 years at the time of her promotion. In her new role, she will continue to report to Lionsgate TV Group’s chair and chief creative officer, Kevin Beggs.
“Sandra is a gifted negotiator with an intuitive understanding of the needs of our streaming, broadcast and cable partners as well as a unique ability to create win/win relationships,” said Beggs. “After nearly 20 years, our partnership continues to grow and evolve with the fast-changing television landscape.”
Stern and Lionsgate scored 14 series pickups in 2022 coupled with the independent studio’s 15 current series. Their current slate includes shows like the “Power” franchise at Starz, “Ghosts” at CBS, “Home Economics” at ABC, “P-Valley” at Starz, and “Welcome to Flatch” at Fox. Stern also helped shepherd Lionsgate’s investment in the U.K.
- 12/6/2022
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Lionsgate Television Group president Sandra Stern has been promoted to vice chairman of the division.
Stern, a nearly 20-year veteran at the company, has helped guide Lionsgate’s television business to record-breaking revenue growth during almost every year of her tenure and orchestrate renewals of shows like “Home Economics” on ABC, “Welcome to Flatch” on Fox and “Ghosts” on CBS.
In total, Lionsgate has had a record 14 shows picked up to series and 15 current series renewed for additional seasons in 2022.
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Stern played a key role in the launch of HBO Max’s romantic anthology “Love Life”, creating a model that has led to series including “Julia”, “Minx” and the upcoming “Love and Death”, and shepherded the launch of breakout hits “Mythic Quest” and “Acapulco” on Apple TV+ and “P-Valley”, “The Serpent Queen” and...
Stern, a nearly 20-year veteran at the company, has helped guide Lionsgate’s television business to record-breaking revenue growth during almost every year of her tenure and orchestrate renewals of shows like “Home Economics” on ABC, “Welcome to Flatch” on Fox and “Ghosts” on CBS.
In total, Lionsgate has had a record 14 shows picked up to series and 15 current series renewed for additional seasons in 2022.
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‘John Wick: Chapter 4’ Poster Shows Time Running Out for Keanu Reeves’ Hunted Hit Man
Stern played a key role in the launch of HBO Max’s romantic anthology “Love Life”, creating a model that has led to series including “Julia”, “Minx” and the upcoming “Love and Death”, and shepherded the launch of breakout hits “Mythic Quest” and “Acapulco” on Apple TV+ and “P-Valley”, “The Serpent Queen” and...
- 12/6/2022
- by Lucas Manfredi
- The Wrap
Sandra Stern has been promoted at Lionsgate TV.
Stern has been upped to Vice Chairman of Lionsgate Television Group.
It comes after a stellar year for the company, particularly as it managed to go three-for-three with its broadcast network series, scoring renewals for CBS’ Ghosts, ABC’s Home Economics and Fox’s Welcome To Flatch with some savvy dealmaking.
Stern, who was previously promoted to President of Lionsgate TV Group in 2015, has been a key member of the company’s senior management team for nearly 20 years.
She has helped the company record 14 series pickups this year as well as 15 renewals.
In addition to the Ghosts, Home Economics and Welcome to Flatch, Lionsgate series include a Mike O’Malley comedy at NBC, HBO Max’s Julia and Minx, Mythic Quest, Manhunt, Acapulco and a Seth Rogen series at Apple TV, P-Valley, Party Down, The Serpent Queen and three series in the Power...
Stern has been upped to Vice Chairman of Lionsgate Television Group.
It comes after a stellar year for the company, particularly as it managed to go three-for-three with its broadcast network series, scoring renewals for CBS’ Ghosts, ABC’s Home Economics and Fox’s Welcome To Flatch with some savvy dealmaking.
Stern, who was previously promoted to President of Lionsgate TV Group in 2015, has been a key member of the company’s senior management team for nearly 20 years.
She has helped the company record 14 series pickups this year as well as 15 renewals.
In addition to the Ghosts, Home Economics and Welcome to Flatch, Lionsgate series include a Mike O’Malley comedy at NBC, HBO Max’s Julia and Minx, Mythic Quest, Manhunt, Acapulco and a Seth Rogen series at Apple TV, P-Valley, Party Down, The Serpent Queen and three series in the Power...
- 12/6/2022
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
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Longtime Lionsgate TV exec Sandra Stern has earned her chairman stripes.
The exec, who has been with the studio for nearly two decades, has been upped to vice chairman of the Lionsgate Television Group.
The promotion comes after Stern has guided Lionsgate’s television business to record-breaking revenue growth and a year in which the studio has a record 14 new shows picked up to series and 15 current series renewed for additional seasons. The studio — and Stern — are behind such shows as ABC’s Home Economics, Fox’s Welcome to Flatch and CBS’ Ghosts. She also set up the likes of Julia, Minx, Love and Death, Love Life, Mythic Quest, P-Valley, The Serpent Queen and three additional installments of the Power universe, among others, while also expanding the John Wick franchise with the upcoming Peacock series The Continental.
“Sandra is a great partner, an...
Longtime Lionsgate TV exec Sandra Stern has earned her chairman stripes.
The exec, who has been with the studio for nearly two decades, has been upped to vice chairman of the Lionsgate Television Group.
The promotion comes after Stern has guided Lionsgate’s television business to record-breaking revenue growth and a year in which the studio has a record 14 new shows picked up to series and 15 current series renewed for additional seasons. The studio — and Stern — are behind such shows as ABC’s Home Economics, Fox’s Welcome to Flatch and CBS’ Ghosts. She also set up the likes of Julia, Minx, Love and Death, Love Life, Mythic Quest, P-Valley, The Serpent Queen and three additional installments of the Power universe, among others, while also expanding the John Wick franchise with the upcoming Peacock series The Continental.
“Sandra is a great partner, an...
- 12/6/2022
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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By most measures, Rome’s Mia Market, has been a solid success. The eighth edition of the event, which acts as a platform for international series, feature films, animation and documentaries, wrapped up this week, posting a 20 percent increase in attendance compared to 2021.
In addition to the programming highlights — Warp Films’ The Abbess, a project billed as a sharp dramedy about a Machiavellian power struggle among nuns in a cloister, took the Paramount+ prize for best pitch at this year’s Mia Drama Pitching Forum; Forastera, a Spanish drama from first-time director Lucia Alenar Iglesias took Mia’s new ArteKino International Prize, which aims to support emerging international filmmakers — for many, Mia marked a return to the international marketplace after years of Covid-era isolation.
“It was a great event, because while it is still small, the quality of the people in the room...
By most measures, Rome’s Mia Market, has been a solid success. The eighth edition of the event, which acts as a platform for international series, feature films, animation and documentaries, wrapped up this week, posting a 20 percent increase in attendance compared to 2021.
In addition to the programming highlights — Warp Films’ The Abbess, a project billed as a sharp dramedy about a Machiavellian power struggle among nuns in a cloister, took the Paramount+ prize for best pitch at this year’s Mia Drama Pitching Forum; Forastera, a Spanish drama from first-time director Lucia Alenar Iglesias took Mia’s new ArteKino International Prize, which aims to support emerging international filmmakers — for many, Mia marked a return to the international marketplace after years of Covid-era isolation.
“It was a great event, because while it is still small, the quality of the people in the room...
- 10/20/2022
- by Gianmaria Tammaro
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Rome’s Mia, a market dedicated to international TV series, feature films, animation and documentaries, wrapped its eighth edition on Saturday on a positive note boasting a 20 rise in attendance compared with 2021, having attracted more than 2,400 registered industry execs from 60 countries, more than half of which from Italy. However, the pandemic was still limiting travel last year, which makes comparisons difficult.
The mood was undoubtedly upbeat in the halls and terraces of central Rome’s Palazzo Barberini – which besides being Italy’s national ancient art gallery is also the market’s main hub – and in the adjacent state-of-the-art Cinema Barberini movie theater during five days of curated dealmaking and dozens of panels and project pitching sessions involving 70 TV, film, doc and animation projects.
The winner of this year’s Paramount + prize awarded by a jury of experts to the best project at the Mia Drama Pitching Forum is “The Abbess,...
The mood was undoubtedly upbeat in the halls and terraces of central Rome’s Palazzo Barberini – which besides being Italy’s national ancient art gallery is also the market’s main hub – and in the adjacent state-of-the-art Cinema Barberini movie theater during five days of curated dealmaking and dozens of panels and project pitching sessions involving 70 TV, film, doc and animation projects.
The winner of this year’s Paramount + prize awarded by a jury of experts to the best project at the Mia Drama Pitching Forum is “The Abbess,...
- 10/16/2022
- by Nick Vivarelli
- Variety Film + TV
Rome’s innovative Mia market dedicated to international TV series, feature films, and documentaries is gearing up for its eighth edition with an increased international industry presence, a new animation section, and lots of European content – most of which in early stages of production – on display.
The upcoming Oct. 11-15 Mia mart (whose acronym stands for the Mercato Internazionale Audiovisivo or International Audiovisual Market) this year is positioned prior to the Mipcom content market and conference that runs Oct. 17-20 in Cannes, since Mipcom has shifted its dates forward.
But the repositioning has not impacted the number of registered attendees which is up more than 12 compared with past Mia editions. More than 900 international industry execs are expected to make the trek, and counting, organizers said at a Rome press conference on Thursday.
Significantly, U.S. streamers will be at Mia in full force. Execs from Netflix, Amazon, Disney, Paramount, Apple,...
The upcoming Oct. 11-15 Mia mart (whose acronym stands for the Mercato Internazionale Audiovisivo or International Audiovisual Market) this year is positioned prior to the Mipcom content market and conference that runs Oct. 17-20 in Cannes, since Mipcom has shifted its dates forward.
But the repositioning has not impacted the number of registered attendees which is up more than 12 compared with past Mia editions. More than 900 international industry execs are expected to make the trek, and counting, organizers said at a Rome press conference on Thursday.
Significantly, U.S. streamers will be at Mia in full force. Execs from Netflix, Amazon, Disney, Paramount, Apple,...
- 10/6/2022
- by Nick Vivarelli
- Variety Film + TV
Italy’s International Audiovisual Market Mia is expecting a return to full force this year ahead of its eighth edition in Rome from October 11 to 15.
Speaking at a preview press conference on Thursday, director Gaia Tridente said the meeting had registered a 12 rise in attendance this year with accreditations still open, although she did not give precise figures.
Prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, Mia welcomed 2,500 attendees in 2019, while there were 2,000 registered attendees in 2021 when travel was still restricted.
This year marks the inaugural edition for Tridente who was previously head of scripted at Mia.
Based around Rome’s historic Barberini Palace and the nearby newly refurbished Barberini Cinema, the event spans a traditional market, co-production meetings and a conference.
Expected guests include Banijay CEO Marco Bassetti, Netflix Emea TV boss Larry Tanz, Lionsgate TV Group president Sandra Stern and Fremantle COO and continental Europe CEO Andrea Scrosati as well as...
Speaking at a preview press conference on Thursday, director Gaia Tridente said the meeting had registered a 12 rise in attendance this year with accreditations still open, although she did not give precise figures.
Prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, Mia welcomed 2,500 attendees in 2019, while there were 2,000 registered attendees in 2021 when travel was still restricted.
This year marks the inaugural edition for Tridente who was previously head of scripted at Mia.
Based around Rome’s historic Barberini Palace and the nearby newly refurbished Barberini Cinema, the event spans a traditional market, co-production meetings and a conference.
Expected guests include Banijay CEO Marco Bassetti, Netflix Emea TV boss Larry Tanz, Lionsgate TV Group president Sandra Stern and Fremantle COO and continental Europe CEO Andrea Scrosati as well as...
- 10/6/2022
- by Melanie Goodfellow
- Deadline Film + TV
Lionsgate Television Group chairman and chief content integration officer Kevin Beggs has signed a multi-year renewal of his contract.
“Kevin and his team have done a great job in building Lionsgate Television into a world-class supplier of valuable premium content to buyers throughout the ecosystem,” said Lionsgate CEO Jon Feltheimer. “Kevin is a trusted partner whose entrepreneurial, innovative and collaborative approach reflects our culture at its best. Under his leadership, our television business is positioned to continue growing its profitability and strengthening its respected brand.”
Under Beggs, Lionsgate’s current roster of scripted series include three broadcast TV shows — “Home Economics” at ABC, “Welcome to Flatch” at Fox, and the breakout hit “Ghosts” at CBS. The studio also picked up a series order at NBC recently for an untitled multi-cam from Mike O’Malley with Jon Cryer starring.
Beyond broadcast, Lionsgate produces the smash hit “Power” franchise for Starz, with the spinoffs “Ghost,...
“Kevin and his team have done a great job in building Lionsgate Television into a world-class supplier of valuable premium content to buyers throughout the ecosystem,” said Lionsgate CEO Jon Feltheimer. “Kevin is a trusted partner whose entrepreneurial, innovative and collaborative approach reflects our culture at its best. Under his leadership, our television business is positioned to continue growing its profitability and strengthening its respected brand.”
Under Beggs, Lionsgate’s current roster of scripted series include three broadcast TV shows — “Home Economics” at ABC, “Welcome to Flatch” at Fox, and the breakout hit “Ghosts” at CBS. The studio also picked up a series order at NBC recently for an untitled multi-cam from Mike O’Malley with Jon Cryer starring.
Beyond broadcast, Lionsgate produces the smash hit “Power” franchise for Starz, with the spinoffs “Ghost,...
- 10/4/2022
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
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Kevin Beggs, one of the longest-tenured studio executives, has signed a new deal to remain at the top of Lionsgate TV Group.
The executive, alongside Sandra Stern, have together led the studio for two decades, will remain chair and chief content integration officer.
The news comes as Lionsgate TV recently reported one of its best years as the studio boasts a slate of 14 scripted series picked up or renewed for additional seasons. All told, the company has more than 100 scripted and unscripted shows across Lionsgate TV, Pilgrim Media Group, Debmar-Mercury and 3 Arts Entertainment platforms.
“Kevin and his team have done a great job in building Lionsgate Television into a world-class supplier of valuable premium content to buyers throughout the ecosystem,” said Lionsgate CEO Jon Feltheimer. “Kevin is a trusted partner whose entrepreneurial, innovative and collaborative approach reflects our culture at its best.
Kevin Beggs, one of the longest-tenured studio executives, has signed a new deal to remain at the top of Lionsgate TV Group.
The executive, alongside Sandra Stern, have together led the studio for two decades, will remain chair and chief content integration officer.
The news comes as Lionsgate TV recently reported one of its best years as the studio boasts a slate of 14 scripted series picked up or renewed for additional seasons. All told, the company has more than 100 scripted and unscripted shows across Lionsgate TV, Pilgrim Media Group, Debmar-Mercury and 3 Arts Entertainment platforms.
“Kevin and his team have done a great job in building Lionsgate Television into a world-class supplier of valuable premium content to buyers throughout the ecosystem,” said Lionsgate CEO Jon Feltheimer. “Kevin is a trusted partner whose entrepreneurial, innovative and collaborative approach reflects our culture at its best.
- 10/4/2022
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Lionsgate has formed a new long-term employment deal with Kevin Beggs, the studio’s Television Group chair and chief content integration officer. Terms of the new contract were not disclosed.
Beggs and Lionsgate Television Group president Sandra Stern have led Lgtv for 20 years, making them together one of the longest-running leadership teams in television. Beggs’ contract renewal also follows extensions across Lgtv’s creative leadership team, with Scott Herbst, EVP & head of Scripted Development, Lee Hollin, EVP & head of Current Programming, and Jocelyn Sabo, SVP of Scripted Development, all signing new deals recently.
Lionsgate in the last year has had 14 new shows picked up to series and 15 current series renewed for additional seasons, among them broadcast network shows that Beggs has shepherded the renewal of such as “Home Economics” (ABC), “Welcome to Flatch” (Fox) and “Ghosts” (CBS). NBC also picked up an untitled family comedy from Mike O’Malley via Lionsgate.
Beggs and Lionsgate Television Group president Sandra Stern have led Lgtv for 20 years, making them together one of the longest-running leadership teams in television. Beggs’ contract renewal also follows extensions across Lgtv’s creative leadership team, with Scott Herbst, EVP & head of Scripted Development, Lee Hollin, EVP & head of Current Programming, and Jocelyn Sabo, SVP of Scripted Development, all signing new deals recently.
Lionsgate in the last year has had 14 new shows picked up to series and 15 current series renewed for additional seasons, among them broadcast network shows that Beggs has shepherded the renewal of such as “Home Economics” (ABC), “Welcome to Flatch” (Fox) and “Ghosts” (CBS). NBC also picked up an untitled family comedy from Mike O’Malley via Lionsgate.
- 10/4/2022
- by Brian Welk
- The Wrap
Kevin Beggs is sticking around Lionsgate.
The exec has signed a long-term employment agreement with company.
He will continue as Chair of Lionsgate Television and Chief Content Integration Officer of Lionsgate.
It comes on the back of a successful streak that includes 14 series pickups and 15 renewals over the last twelve months including going three-for-three at broadcast with the return of CBS’ Ghosts, ABC’s Home Economics and Fox’s Welcome to Flatch.
It means that the company now has more than 100 scripted and unscripted series spanning its Lionsgate Television, Pilgrim Media Group, Debmar-Mercury and 3Arts Entertainment divisions.
Beggs is the latest exec at Lionsgate to extend his contract; CEO Jon Feltheimer signed up through August 2025 and its TV creative leadership team – Scott Herbst, EVP & Head of Scripted Development, Lee Hollin, EVP & Head of Current Programming, and Jocelyn Sabo, SVP of Scripted Development – have all signed new deals recently.
The company,...
The exec has signed a long-term employment agreement with company.
He will continue as Chair of Lionsgate Television and Chief Content Integration Officer of Lionsgate.
It comes on the back of a successful streak that includes 14 series pickups and 15 renewals over the last twelve months including going three-for-three at broadcast with the return of CBS’ Ghosts, ABC’s Home Economics and Fox’s Welcome to Flatch.
It means that the company now has more than 100 scripted and unscripted series spanning its Lionsgate Television, Pilgrim Media Group, Debmar-Mercury and 3Arts Entertainment divisions.
Beggs is the latest exec at Lionsgate to extend his contract; CEO Jon Feltheimer signed up through August 2025 and its TV creative leadership team – Scott Herbst, EVP & Head of Scripted Development, Lee Hollin, EVP & Head of Current Programming, and Jocelyn Sabo, SVP of Scripted Development – have all signed new deals recently.
The company,...
- 10/4/2022
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Respected marketing executive Suzy Feldman has been promoted to EVP Worldwide TV Marketing, from her previous SVP role.
Feldman will continue to oversee Lionsgate content marketing for the television division, working with global programming, production, and sales teams, as well as the studio’s network and broadcast partners, across scripted and unscripted programming. Feldman will also continue to support Lionsgate international and domestic distribution partners. She reports to Kevin Beggs, Chair of the Lionsgate Television Group; Sandra Stern, President of Lionsgate Television Group; and Jim Packer, President of Worldwide Television & Digital Distribution.
Feldman’s promotion comes in the wake of a record year for Lionsgate Television, with 14 new shows picked up to series and a 15-for-15 track record in renewals for its current series. All three of Lionsgate’s broadcast network series were renewed, including the breakout hit Ghosts, the highest rated new network comedy in four years.
In addition to its broadcast network series,...
Feldman will continue to oversee Lionsgate content marketing for the television division, working with global programming, production, and sales teams, as well as the studio’s network and broadcast partners, across scripted and unscripted programming. Feldman will also continue to support Lionsgate international and domestic distribution partners. She reports to Kevin Beggs, Chair of the Lionsgate Television Group; Sandra Stern, President of Lionsgate Television Group; and Jim Packer, President of Worldwide Television & Digital Distribution.
Feldman’s promotion comes in the wake of a record year for Lionsgate Television, with 14 new shows picked up to series and a 15-for-15 track record in renewals for its current series. All three of Lionsgate’s broadcast network series were renewed, including the breakout hit Ghosts, the highest rated new network comedy in four years.
In addition to its broadcast network series,...
- 6/2/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Ever since the demise of indie powerhouse Carsey-Werner, there has been no studio focused on broadcast comedy series. Surprisingly, another indie, Lionsgate Television, has found itself carrying the C-w mantle. In a tough economic environment, Lionsgate managed to go 3-for-3 with its existing broadcast series — CBS’ Ghosts, ABC’s Home Economics and Fox’s Welcome to Flatch — all of which were renewed for next season. All of them are single-camera comedies — a genre whose financials have become partially challenging under the increasingly fragile broadcast model — and the tally, three, matches the bulk of Lionsgate’s entire previous broadcast haul of Fox’s Running Wilde, ABC’s Nashville and NBC’s Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist.
The pickups cap an impressive streak of 16 renewals for 15 shows and no cancellations for Lionsgate series across various platforms that started in July 2021. And while Lionsgate just reported a quarterly earnings miss, the company’s TV Production...
The pickups cap an impressive streak of 16 renewals for 15 shows and no cancellations for Lionsgate series across various platforms that started in July 2021. And while Lionsgate just reported a quarterly earnings miss, the company’s TV Production...
- 5/26/2022
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
In the age of reboots, spinoffs, and remakes, it's hard not to imagine exploring more of the "Mad Men" world — especially with the success of other AMC properties such as "Better Call Saul" and several "Walking Dead" series. After the release of "Mad Men" season 4, creator Matthew Weiner underwent intense contract renegotiations. AMC proposed the idea of a spinoff, ideally for Peggy and Sally. Lionsgate's current president and former Chief Operating Officer Sandra Stern recalled in the "Mad Men" oral history:
"We talked about doing a contemporary one. Given the fact that ['Mad Men'] ends nearly 50 years ago, most of...
The post AMC Had a Slew of Ideas for Mad Men Spinoffs — Here's Why They Wouldn't Work appeared first on /Film.
"We talked about doing a contemporary one. Given the fact that ['Mad Men'] ends nearly 50 years ago, most of...
The post AMC Had a Slew of Ideas for Mad Men Spinoffs — Here's Why They Wouldn't Work appeared first on /Film.
- 4/29/2022
- by Caroline Madden
- Slash Film
The Emmy Award-winning “Mad Men” will celebrate its 15th anniversary this summer, and while the show still remains a cultural touchstone thanks to the many memes it launched into the discourse, AMC and creator Matthew Weiner have not publicly sought to extend the series with a spinoff. But in an interview with Entertainment Tonight, actress Kiernan Shipka made her pitch for a possible sequel series focused on Sally Draper.
“I’m not done with Sally,” Shipka, who played the young Sally on the show, said to the outlet. She then made her pitch to where the Draper’s eldest daughter could find herself in the 1970s: “I don’t think she’d be in New York. I think she’d do L.A. … But I’m not done with her at all.”
Since playing Sally on the series, Shipka has starred as the title character on the Netflix series “The...
“I’m not done with Sally,” Shipka, who played the young Sally on the show, said to the outlet. She then made her pitch to where the Draper’s eldest daughter could find herself in the 1970s: “I don’t think she’d be in New York. I think she’d do L.A. … But I’m not done with her at all.”
Since playing Sally on the series, Shipka has starred as the title character on the Netflix series “The...
- 4/18/2022
- by Caillou Pettis
- Gold Derby
Exclusive: Prolific series producers Sarah Timberman and Carl Beverly have closed a long-term overall television deal with Lionsgate for their Timberman-Beverly Productions. The duo is joining the indie studio from ABC Signature where they were under an overall pact for the past three years.
Under the rich overall agreement with Lionsgate, believed to be in the eight-figure range, Timberman and Beverly will produce scripted series for streaming, broadcast and cable networks. The pact comes on the heels of Lionsgate also re-upping its TV overall deal with another pair of top series producers, Eric and Kim Tannenbaum. This marks the fourth time the two formidable pods will be under the same studio roof.
Over the past 15 years, Timberman and Beverly have produced more than 15 series, raging from premium, award-winning fare like the Netflix limited series Unbelievable and Showtime’s Masters of Sex to high-end commercial series for broadcast and ad-supported...
Under the rich overall agreement with Lionsgate, believed to be in the eight-figure range, Timberman and Beverly will produce scripted series for streaming, broadcast and cable networks. The pact comes on the heels of Lionsgate also re-upping its TV overall deal with another pair of top series producers, Eric and Kim Tannenbaum. This marks the fourth time the two formidable pods will be under the same studio roof.
Over the past 15 years, Timberman and Beverly have produced more than 15 series, raging from premium, award-winning fare like the Netflix limited series Unbelievable and Showtime’s Masters of Sex to high-end commercial series for broadcast and ad-supported...
- 4/7/2021
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Nearly six months after Starz CEO Chris Albrecht exited in February, Lionsgate brass is moving closer to a revamp of the premium TV network’s executive structure.
According to insiders, at least one thing is clear: Albrecht is not expected to be replaced as CEO. Instead, Lionsgate chief executive Jon Feltheimer is taking a more active role in overseeing the channel.
As part of his increased involvement, Feltheimer is believed to have had exploratory meetings a few months ago with several Hollywood players (including YouTube global head of original content Susanne Daniels and former HBO programming president Michael Lombardo) to potentially install a new creative at Starz.
That person would work alongside Starz chief operating officer Jeffrey Hirsch, and the two executives would share day-to-day oversight and report to Feltheimer. That two-pronged structure would allow Hirsch to continue to oversee the business and operations side of Starz, while the new exec would focus on programming.
According to insiders, at least one thing is clear: Albrecht is not expected to be replaced as CEO. Instead, Lionsgate chief executive Jon Feltheimer is taking a more active role in overseeing the channel.
As part of his increased involvement, Feltheimer is believed to have had exploratory meetings a few months ago with several Hollywood players (including YouTube global head of original content Susanne Daniels and former HBO programming president Michael Lombardo) to potentially install a new creative at Starz.
That person would work alongside Starz chief operating officer Jeffrey Hirsch, and the two executives would share day-to-day oversight and report to Feltheimer. That two-pronged structure would allow Hirsch to continue to oversee the business and operations side of Starz, while the new exec would focus on programming.
- 7/18/2019
- by Michael Schneider and Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Sandra Stern, president of the Lionsgate Television Group, on Monday said Netflix deals with binge-watching of its popular shows by being a volume content programmer.
"As somebody at Netflix said to me, they want to be Costco. They want to be a marketplace where if you want batteries, fine wine, you can get it all," Stern told a panel at the Banff World Media Festival.
She pointed to audience statistics for Orange is the New Black, a Lionsgate TV show on Netflix that sees 50 percent of the series' fans binge watch a new season of the popular ...
"As somebody at Netflix said to me, they want to be Costco. They want to be a marketplace where if you want batteries, fine wine, you can get it all," Stern told a panel at the Banff World Media Festival.
She pointed to audience statistics for Orange is the New Black, a Lionsgate TV show on Netflix that sees 50 percent of the series' fans binge watch a new season of the popular ...
- 6/10/2019
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
Los Angeles-based venture launched in December to make scripted formats, original IP for Us market.
BBC Studios and Lionsgate have picked former DreamWorks television president Dan McDermott to head the Us TV partnership they formed late last year.
The Los Angeles-based venture launched in December to identify, co-develop and co-fund scripted formats and original IP for the Us market.
BBC Studios’ production unit in Los Angeles is responsible for Us broadcast reality show Dancing With The Stars and National Geographic Channel documentary series Life Below Zero. BBC Studios also manages Us joint venture relationships with AMC Networks on the BBC America...
BBC Studios and Lionsgate have picked former DreamWorks television president Dan McDermott to head the Us TV partnership they formed late last year.
The Los Angeles-based venture launched in December to identify, co-develop and co-fund scripted formats and original IP for the Us market.
BBC Studios’ production unit in Los Angeles is responsible for Us broadcast reality show Dancing With The Stars and National Geographic Channel documentary series Life Below Zero. BBC Studios also manages Us joint venture relationships with AMC Networks on the BBC America...
- 5/7/2019
- by John Hazelton
- ScreenDaily
Dan McDermott has been tapped to head BBC Studios and Lionsgate’s TV partnership. The U.K. and U.S. partners announced late last year they were joining forces to work up scripted formats and IP for the U.S. market.
McDermott has been executive vice president of programming at Fox and president of television for DreamWorks. He also partnered with Lorenzo di Bonaventura to launch Di Bonaventura Pictures, and has executive produced series including “Zero Hour” and the upcoming “Jupiter’s Legacy” for Netflix.
BBC Studios is the commercial and production arm of U.K. pubcaster the BBC. In an earlier incarnation as BBC Worldwide, it joined forces with Starz on a drama slate that included “Torchwood” and “Da Vinci’s Demons.” Part of the BBC-Lionsgate pact involves scouring the huge BBC archive for IP that could be reworked for the U.S. market.
“BBC Studios is a treasure...
McDermott has been executive vice president of programming at Fox and president of television for DreamWorks. He also partnered with Lorenzo di Bonaventura to launch Di Bonaventura Pictures, and has executive produced series including “Zero Hour” and the upcoming “Jupiter’s Legacy” for Netflix.
BBC Studios is the commercial and production arm of U.K. pubcaster the BBC. In an earlier incarnation as BBC Worldwide, it joined forces with Starz on a drama slate that included “Torchwood” and “Da Vinci’s Demons.” Part of the BBC-Lionsgate pact involves scouring the huge BBC archive for IP that could be reworked for the U.S. market.
“BBC Studios is a treasure...
- 5/7/2019
- by Stewart Clarke
- Variety Film + TV
Former Fox and Dreamworks exec Dan McDermott is to lead BBC Studios and Lionsgate’s television partnership.
McDermott will run the venture, which was struck by the British public broadcaster’s La division and the Orange Is The New Black producer in October 2018. The venture will identify, co-develop and co-fund scripted formats and original IP for the U.S. market. He will oversee the operation and shepherd its content plans.
McDermott began his career at Fox, where he was Evp, programming overseeing hits including In Living Color, The Simpsons, Married with Children and Beverly Hills 90210, before becoming DreamWorks first president of television and working on its ABC co-venture, which spawned series including Spin City and Freaks and Geeks.
More recently, he partnered with Lorenzo di Bonaventura to launch a television company where he executive produced series like Zero Hour, The Real O’Neals and the upcoming Jupiter’s Legacy for Netflix.
McDermott will run the venture, which was struck by the British public broadcaster’s La division and the Orange Is The New Black producer in October 2018. The venture will identify, co-develop and co-fund scripted formats and original IP for the U.S. market. He will oversee the operation and shepherd its content plans.
McDermott began his career at Fox, where he was Evp, programming overseeing hits including In Living Color, The Simpsons, Married with Children and Beverly Hills 90210, before becoming DreamWorks first president of television and working on its ABC co-venture, which spawned series including Spin City and Freaks and Geeks.
More recently, he partnered with Lorenzo di Bonaventura to launch a television company where he executive produced series like Zero Hour, The Real O’Neals and the upcoming Jupiter’s Legacy for Netflix.
- 5/7/2019
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
BBC Studios and Lionsgate have appointed Dan McDermott, the first president of television for DreamWorks, as head of their television partnership, the two companies said Tuesday.
In his newly-created role, McDermott will be responsible for overseeing the operations of Lionsgate and BBC Studios’ new partnership, a venture created to identify, co-develop and co-fund scripted formats and original intellectual property for the U.S. market, while shepherding its content initiatives.
“Dan’s business acumen and deep roots in the creative community make him the perfect candidate to lead the charge on this collaboration with our great partners at BBC Studios,” Lionsgate Television chairman Kevin Beggs said. “He is not only an experienced media executive but an incredibly talented content creator responsible for some of television’s most iconic properties. We’re excited to be working with him and can’t wait to see all the amazing content he’ll bring to our programming slate.
In his newly-created role, McDermott will be responsible for overseeing the operations of Lionsgate and BBC Studios’ new partnership, a venture created to identify, co-develop and co-fund scripted formats and original intellectual property for the U.S. market, while shepherding its content initiatives.
“Dan’s business acumen and deep roots in the creative community make him the perfect candidate to lead the charge on this collaboration with our great partners at BBC Studios,” Lionsgate Television chairman Kevin Beggs said. “He is not only an experienced media executive but an incredibly talented content creator responsible for some of television’s most iconic properties. We’re excited to be working with him and can’t wait to see all the amazing content he’ll bring to our programming slate.
- 5/7/2019
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
Lionsgate announced that Alice Dickens-Koblin will head development and production unscripted programming for both Lionsgate TV and Starz.
Dickens-Koblin, whose title is senior vice president, head of unscripted programming, for Starz and Lionsgate, replaces Jennifer O’Connell, who left the company.
“We’re thrilled to promote an executive from within the Starz ranks to this key leadership position in our television business,” said Lionsgate Television Group chairman Kevin Beggs. “Alice is a talented executive with great programming skills and strong talent relationships who has already energized Starz’s unscripted slate, and she is ideally qualified to move our unscripted business company-wide to the next level.”
Also Read: Lionsgate Hires Former Warner Bros. Executive Lynn Whitney to Head Worldwide Paid Media
Additionally, Lionsgate and Starz are merging their physical production and post-production units, legal and TV music departments as well as aspects of business affairs and TV finance related to production.
Dickens-Koblin, whose title is senior vice president, head of unscripted programming, for Starz and Lionsgate, replaces Jennifer O’Connell, who left the company.
“We’re thrilled to promote an executive from within the Starz ranks to this key leadership position in our television business,” said Lionsgate Television Group chairman Kevin Beggs. “Alice is a talented executive with great programming skills and strong talent relationships who has already energized Starz’s unscripted slate, and she is ideally qualified to move our unscripted business company-wide to the next level.”
Also Read: Lionsgate Hires Former Warner Bros. Executive Lynn Whitney to Head Worldwide Paid Media
Additionally, Lionsgate and Starz are merging their physical production and post-production units, legal and TV music departments as well as aspects of business affairs and TV finance related to production.
- 5/1/2019
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
Exclusive: Three years after the close of Lionsgate’s $4.4 billion acquisition of Starz, the companies have stepped up the integration of their television operations under Lionsgate Entertainment CEO Jon Feltheimer. Merging are the companies’ TV physical production and post-production units, legal and TV music departments as well as aspects of business affairs and TV finance related to production. There are no current plans for eliminating positions as a result of the consolidation.
Under the integration plan, which comes three months after the exit of Chris Albrecht as Starz CEO, the premium cable network’s original programming and areas related to development, including business affairs and finance, will remain autonomous. They will maintain their current organizational structure and will continue to report to Starz COO Jeff Hirsch.
I hear a search is underway for a top creative executive to partner with Hirsch in running the network.
Here are details about the...
Under the integration plan, which comes three months after the exit of Chris Albrecht as Starz CEO, the premium cable network’s original programming and areas related to development, including business affairs and finance, will remain autonomous. They will maintain their current organizational structure and will continue to report to Starz COO Jeff Hirsch.
I hear a search is underway for a top creative executive to partner with Hirsch in running the network.
Here are details about the...
- 5/1/2019
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Global content leader Lionsgate today kicked off its CinemaCon presentation to exhibitors by announcing a joint venture with Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, partner James Weaver and their Point Grey Pictures (Pgp) to produce multi-platform content.
Pgp is the successful multi-genre film and television production company behind hit films such as Blockers, Neighbors,Sausage Party, The Night Before, This is the End, the television shows “Future Man,” “Black Monday,” and “Preacher,” as well as Lionsgate’s highly-anticipated Rogen and Charlize Theron romantic comedy event of the summer Long Shot, which won the Audience Award in the Headliners section of SXSW and will be released in the Us and select markets on May 3 before expanding worldwide.
Pgp will continue to operate autonomously under Rogen, Goldberg and Weaver’s leadership while working closely with Lionsgate’s executive teams to develop content for the Company’s motion picture, scripted and unscripted television, digital and location-based entertainment businesses.
Pgp is the successful multi-genre film and television production company behind hit films such as Blockers, Neighbors,Sausage Party, The Night Before, This is the End, the television shows “Future Man,” “Black Monday,” and “Preacher,” as well as Lionsgate’s highly-anticipated Rogen and Charlize Theron romantic comedy event of the summer Long Shot, which won the Audience Award in the Headliners section of SXSW and will be released in the Us and select markets on May 3 before expanding worldwide.
Pgp will continue to operate autonomously under Rogen, Goldberg and Weaver’s leadership while working closely with Lionsgate’s executive teams to develop content for the Company’s motion picture, scripted and unscripted television, digital and location-based entertainment businesses.
- 4/5/2019
- by Andrew Wendowski
- Age of the Nerd
Seth Rogen’s Point Grey Pictures has a signed a multi-platform production deal with Lionsgate, the company announced on Thursday at its CinemaCon presentation.
Rogen, Evan Goldberg, and partner James Weaver are behind the firm, which has produced titles like “Blockers,” “Neighbors,” and the raunchy animated hit “Sausage Party.” The new deal will serve as an incubator for content like motion pictures, TV packages, and potential programming for Lionsgate’s cable channel Starz.
Rogen and partners will retain autonomy over Point Grey. Their first collaboration will be “Long Shot,” the romantic comedy starring Rogen and Charlize Theron, which hits May 3.
“Lionsgate is a leader in entertainment with few equals,” said Rogen, Goldberg, and Weaver. “Over the years we have developed some of our biggest hits with Joe Drake and Nathan Kahane — they have been among our biggest supporters. We are thrilled to be partnering with them, alongside Kevin Beggs in TV,...
Rogen, Evan Goldberg, and partner James Weaver are behind the firm, which has produced titles like “Blockers,” “Neighbors,” and the raunchy animated hit “Sausage Party.” The new deal will serve as an incubator for content like motion pictures, TV packages, and potential programming for Lionsgate’s cable channel Starz.
Rogen and partners will retain autonomy over Point Grey. Their first collaboration will be “Long Shot,” the romantic comedy starring Rogen and Charlize Theron, which hits May 3.
“Lionsgate is a leader in entertainment with few equals,” said Rogen, Goldberg, and Weaver. “Over the years we have developed some of our biggest hits with Joe Drake and Nathan Kahane — they have been among our biggest supporters. We are thrilled to be partnering with them, alongside Kevin Beggs in TV,...
- 4/4/2019
- by Matt Donnelly
- Variety Film + TV
‘Long Shot’ to launch in Us on May 3.
Lionsgate used its platform at CinemaCon on Thursday (April 4) to offer the crowd a flavour of what to expect from Rian Johnson’s upcoming murder mystery Knives Out starring Daniel Craig at the head of an all-star cast.
Footage revealed Craig to be one of two sleuths alongside Lakeith Stanfield who arrive at a mansion to investigate the apparent murder of the patriarch (Christopher Plummer) of a hateful family.
The clip contained many familiar tropes from the genre and boasted much dark comedy as Chris Evans spits bile at his relatives, telling...
Lionsgate used its platform at CinemaCon on Thursday (April 4) to offer the crowd a flavour of what to expect from Rian Johnson’s upcoming murder mystery Knives Out starring Daniel Craig at the head of an all-star cast.
Footage revealed Craig to be one of two sleuths alongside Lakeith Stanfield who arrive at a mansion to investigate the apparent murder of the patriarch (Christopher Plummer) of a hateful family.
The clip contained many familiar tropes from the genre and boasted much dark comedy as Chris Evans spits bile at his relatives, telling...
- 4/4/2019
- by Jeremy Kay
- ScreenDaily
‘Long Shot’ to launch in Us on May 3.
Lionsgate kicked off its CinemaCon presentation by announcing a joint venture with Point Grey Pictures’ Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, and James Weaver to produce multi-platform content.
Point Grey Pictures produced SXSW audience award winner Long Shot, the comedy starring Rogen and Charlize Theron that Lionsgate screened to show attendees on Thursday afternoon (4), and the company’s credits include Sausage Party, Neighbors, and Blockers, as well as TV shows Future Man, Black Monday, and Preacher. Long Shot opens in the Us on May 3.
The company will continue to operate autonomously under Rogen, Goldberg and Weaver,...
Lionsgate kicked off its CinemaCon presentation by announcing a joint venture with Point Grey Pictures’ Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, and James Weaver to produce multi-platform content.
Point Grey Pictures produced SXSW audience award winner Long Shot, the comedy starring Rogen and Charlize Theron that Lionsgate screened to show attendees on Thursday afternoon (4), and the company’s credits include Sausage Party, Neighbors, and Blockers, as well as TV shows Future Man, Black Monday, and Preacher. Long Shot opens in the Us on May 3.
The company will continue to operate autonomously under Rogen, Goldberg and Weaver,...
- 4/4/2019
- by Jeremy Kay
- ScreenDaily
Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg’s Point Grey Pictures (PG), along with partner James Weaver, have partnered with Lionsgate to produce multi-platform content, the studio announced during its CinemaCon presentation to exhibitors Thursday.
Pgp will continue to operate autonomously under Rogen, Goldberg and Weaver’s leadership, but will work closely with Lionsgate’s executive teams to develop content for its movie, scripted and unscripted TV, digital and location-based entertainment businesses.
Pgp is also behind the Rogen and Charlize Theron rom-com “Long Shot,” arriving from Lionsgate this summer. The film won the Audience Award from the Headliners section of SXSW and opens on May 3.
Also Read: Why Lionsgate Needs 'Hellboy,' 'John Wick 3' and a Charlize Theron-Seth Rogen Rom-Com to Work
“Lionsgate is a leader in entertainment with few equals,” Rogen, Goldberg and Weaver said in a statement. “Over the years we have developed some of our biggest hits...
Pgp will continue to operate autonomously under Rogen, Goldberg and Weaver’s leadership, but will work closely with Lionsgate’s executive teams to develop content for its movie, scripted and unscripted TV, digital and location-based entertainment businesses.
Pgp is also behind the Rogen and Charlize Theron rom-com “Long Shot,” arriving from Lionsgate this summer. The film won the Audience Award from the Headliners section of SXSW and opens on May 3.
Also Read: Why Lionsgate Needs 'Hellboy,' 'John Wick 3' and a Charlize Theron-Seth Rogen Rom-Com to Work
“Lionsgate is a leader in entertainment with few equals,” Rogen, Goldberg and Weaver said in a statement. “Over the years we have developed some of our biggest hits...
- 4/4/2019
- by Brian Welk
- The Wrap
Today at CinemaCon, Lionsgate announced a joint venture with Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, partner James Weaver and their Point Grey Pictures (Pgp) to produce multi-platform content.
The two companies recently worked together on the Charlize Theron-Rogen pic Long Shot which opens on May 3.
The Point Grey/Lionsgate partnership allows Rogen, Goldberg and Weaver to develop new programming for every platform in Lionsgate’s 360 entertainment ecosystem, including Lionsgate’s Motion Picture Group, Lionsgate Television, and Starz. Point Grey Pictures will continue to operate autonomously under Rogen, Goldberg and Weaver’s leadership while working closely with Lionsgate’s executive teams to develop content for the Company’s motion picture, scripted and unscripted television, digital and location-based entertainment businesses.
“Lionsgate is a leader in entertainment with few equals,” said Rogen, Goldberg and Weaver. “Over the years we have developed some of our biggest hits with Joe Drake and Nathan Kahane— they have been among our biggest supporters.
The two companies recently worked together on the Charlize Theron-Rogen pic Long Shot which opens on May 3.
The Point Grey/Lionsgate partnership allows Rogen, Goldberg and Weaver to develop new programming for every platform in Lionsgate’s 360 entertainment ecosystem, including Lionsgate’s Motion Picture Group, Lionsgate Television, and Starz. Point Grey Pictures will continue to operate autonomously under Rogen, Goldberg and Weaver’s leadership while working closely with Lionsgate’s executive teams to develop content for the Company’s motion picture, scripted and unscripted television, digital and location-based entertainment businesses.
“Lionsgate is a leader in entertainment with few equals,” said Rogen, Goldberg and Weaver. “Over the years we have developed some of our biggest hits with Joe Drake and Nathan Kahane— they have been among our biggest supporters.
- 4/4/2019
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Newly appointed NBC Entertainment co-chairs Paul Telegdy and George Cheeks are set to deliver the keynote address at the annual Natpe conference in January.
A Q&A with the duo that succeeded Bob Greenblatt at NBC in September will kick off the second day of the confab, which runs Jan. 22-24 at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami.
The National Association of Television Program Executives also disclosed Thursday that three new members have been added to its board of directors: Susanne Daniels, YouTube’s global content chief, Kathleen Finch, chief lifestyle brands officer for Discovery, and Brett Hansen, head of alternative TV at UTA.
The annual conference in January will again focus on the business side of television, including a Wall Street-focused session with top media analysts discussion television, and the Station Group Summit with top broadcast group executives. Lionsgate TV Group president Sandra Stern will lead a Hollywood Dealmakers session.
A Q&A with the duo that succeeded Bob Greenblatt at NBC in September will kick off the second day of the confab, which runs Jan. 22-24 at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami.
The National Association of Television Program Executives also disclosed Thursday that three new members have been added to its board of directors: Susanne Daniels, YouTube’s global content chief, Kathleen Finch, chief lifestyle brands officer for Discovery, and Brett Hansen, head of alternative TV at UTA.
The annual conference in January will again focus on the business side of television, including a Wall Street-focused session with top media analysts discussion television, and the Station Group Summit with top broadcast group executives. Lionsgate TV Group president Sandra Stern will lead a Hollywood Dealmakers session.
- 11/8/2018
- by Variety Staff
- Variety Film + TV
Courtney A. Kemp is staying in business with Lionsgate.
The creator and co-showrunner of the hit Starz series “Power” has signed a new multi-year development and production deal at the studio, which produces “Power.” Under the deal, Kemp will develop and produce a variety of new content across multiple platforms through her End of Episode banner, which encompasses several commitments from Starz to develop new series, including potential projects inspired by the world of “Power.”
Kemp has also brought on former Lionsgate head of worldwide scripted television Chris Selak as End of Episode’s president and has upped development executive Danielle De Jesus to senior vice president.
“I’m incredibly proud of the success we’ve had with Power and I’m excited about expanding our banner and diversifying the types of stories we’re telling,” said Kemp. “Chris brings with her a depth of experience that will elevate End...
The creator and co-showrunner of the hit Starz series “Power” has signed a new multi-year development and production deal at the studio, which produces “Power.” Under the deal, Kemp will develop and produce a variety of new content across multiple platforms through her End of Episode banner, which encompasses several commitments from Starz to develop new series, including potential projects inspired by the world of “Power.”
Kemp has also brought on former Lionsgate head of worldwide scripted television Chris Selak as End of Episode’s president and has upped development executive Danielle De Jesus to senior vice president.
“I’m incredibly proud of the success we’ve had with Power and I’m excited about expanding our banner and diversifying the types of stories we’re telling,” said Kemp. “Chris brings with her a depth of experience that will elevate End...
- 10/25/2018
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: The power of Power will continue to surge at Starz as series creator Courtney Kemp has signed a new overall wide-ranging deal with the premium cabler’s parent company Lionsgate.
Deemed as “one-of-a-kind” agreement by Lionsgate itself, the development and production deal launches Kemp and her End of Episode shingle to expand the Power franchise with potential spinoffs among a number of commitments by Starz. Additionally, the compact encompasses other projects for Lionsgate to take to market for Kemp on a multitude of platforms. While officially no one’s offering specific terms for the deal, it is over a three-year period of time, I hear, with a very solid investment from Lionsgate.
“Courtney is a one of a kind talent and we couldn’t be more excited about this unique and exclusive deal,” asserts Lionsgate Television Group Chairman Kevin Beggs. “She’s an exceptional producer, incredible showrunner and artist,...
Deemed as “one-of-a-kind” agreement by Lionsgate itself, the development and production deal launches Kemp and her End of Episode shingle to expand the Power franchise with potential spinoffs among a number of commitments by Starz. Additionally, the compact encompasses other projects for Lionsgate to take to market for Kemp on a multitude of platforms. While officially no one’s offering specific terms for the deal, it is over a three-year period of time, I hear, with a very solid investment from Lionsgate.
“Courtney is a one of a kind talent and we couldn’t be more excited about this unique and exclusive deal,” asserts Lionsgate Television Group Chairman Kevin Beggs. “She’s an exceptional producer, incredible showrunner and artist,...
- 10/25/2018
- by Dominic Patten
- Deadline Film + TV
Lionsgate promoted television executive Nannette Diacovo to executive vice president of legal affairs.
In her new role, Diacovo will manage the day-to-day operation of the Lionsgate Television’s legal affairs department, which she formed when joining the company in 2013 as Svp and head of legal affairs. Her responsibilities include drafting and executing agreements for scripted series across broadcast, cable and streaming platforms, overseeing all development and production legal affairs matters and assisting with corporate television issues.
“Nan is a legal expert, consummate dealmaker and an integral member of our television group,” Lionsgate Television Group President Sandra Stern said in a statement. “She helped build our legal affairs department from the ground up, and we’re very proud to have her lead that team as we continue to grow our business.”
Lionsgate’s independent television studio behind such shows as Orange is the New Black, Greenleaf, the critically-acclaimed Dear White People...
In her new role, Diacovo will manage the day-to-day operation of the Lionsgate Television’s legal affairs department, which she formed when joining the company in 2013 as Svp and head of legal affairs. Her responsibilities include drafting and executing agreements for scripted series across broadcast, cable and streaming platforms, overseeing all development and production legal affairs matters and assisting with corporate television issues.
“Nan is a legal expert, consummate dealmaker and an integral member of our television group,” Lionsgate Television Group President Sandra Stern said in a statement. “She helped build our legal affairs department from the ground up, and we’re very proud to have her lead that team as we continue to grow our business.”
Lionsgate’s independent television studio behind such shows as Orange is the New Black, Greenleaf, the critically-acclaimed Dear White People...
- 10/17/2018
- by Dawn C. Chmielewski
- Deadline Film + TV
Partners to co-develop, co-fund scripted formats, original IP for Us market.
BBC Studios Los Angeles and Lionsgate Television have signed a first-look deal that will, among other things, see the two companies make original Us series based on scripted formats from the BBC catalogue.
The partners said they will work together under the arrangement to “identify, co-develop and co-fund scripted formats and original intellectual property for the Us market.”
The BBC Studios production unit in Los Angeles is best known for its scripted format-based series Getting On and Emmy-winner The Night Of, both made for HBO in the Us. The...
BBC Studios Los Angeles and Lionsgate Television have signed a first-look deal that will, among other things, see the two companies make original Us series based on scripted formats from the BBC catalogue.
The partners said they will work together under the arrangement to “identify, co-develop and co-fund scripted formats and original intellectual property for the Us market.”
The BBC Studios production unit in Los Angeles is best known for its scripted format-based series Getting On and Emmy-winner The Night Of, both made for HBO in the Us. The...
- 10/12/2018
- by John Hazelton
- ScreenDaily
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