The Culture, Media and Sport Committee of the UK House of Commons is to hold an evidence session as part of its role to scrutinise the spending, policies and administration of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport. Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport Lisa Nandy MP will be making her first appearance […]

Channel 4 has commissioned Wonderhood Studios to produce the 4 x 60-minute series The Trial of Michael Jackson (working title). The series will feature contributors who have never spoken before to plot the story of Michael Jackson’s 2005 criminal trial alongside Jackson’s rise to fame and life in the spotlight. It will forensically examine available […]

In April 2023, HBO and Warner Bros Television announced that a “faithful adaptation” of the Harry Potter book series was in the works for streaming service Max. Soon after, Francesca Gardiner (Succession, His Dark Materials, Killing Eve) was confirmed as writer, showrunner and executive producer of the series, joined by Mark Mylod (Succession, Game of […]

A&E and WWE have announced an expansion of its programming partnership which will include the debut of WWE LFG (Legends & Future Greats) a new competition series that features in-ring matches along with a behind-the-scenes look at rising talent vying for a coveted WWE contract while being mentored by WWE Legends such as Shawn Michaels […]

During a Max showcase in London on December 5th, Hollywood A-lister Salma Hayek surprised those in attendance by taking the stage and confirming a second season of LatAm Max Original Like Water For Chocolate. “It’s been picked up for a second season,” confirmed Hayek, who serves as an Executuve Producer on the series. “We don’t […]

Canal+ has unveiled Canal+ Signature, a programme unit focused on the development and production of new formats. Reporting to Lyes Boudechiche, Director of Programmes at Canal+, this unit will focus on creating innovative entertainment, new writing and identifying emerging talents. It has already produced a number of Créations décalées (‘offbeat creations’), as well as streaming […]

Channel 4 Digital, headed by Sacha Khari, has commissioned its first original drama as well as three new investigative documentaries. From Dark Pictures, Ori Pictures and GroupM Motion Entertainment comes Beth, a three-part drama written and directed by Uzo Oleh (Edicius). The science fiction series follows the relationship between a husband and wife whose life […]

Asian entertainment hub, KC Global Media Asia, has announced the launch of its new distribution arm – KC Global Media Distribution. With its headquarters based in Los Angeles, and regional offices in Singapore, Taipei, Seoul, Kuala Lumpur, and Beijing, KC Global Media says this strategic expansion “underscores its commitment to championing premium storytelling and delivering […]

Armando Iannucci has launched his production company Touchscreen, and announced a UK development partnership with BBC Studis. The agreement will see BBC Studios and Touchscreen work together to develop and co-produce “innovative, daring and world-class” scripted programming for the UK and international markets, distributed by BBC Studios. Ianucci, a writer, director and producer, is know […]

Warner Bros Discovery (WBD) UK & Ireland has  announced the return of one of WBD’s most popular linear series The Yorkshire Auction House for its sixth season. Produced by STV Studios, the 20×60 episode run will find auctioneer Angus Ashworth traveling the nation decluttering homes filled with unique items, impressive collections and valued family heirlooms. […]