The premiere date for USA event series DIG has been pushed from this fall to 2015. Production was delayed when the Gaza conflict necessitated a move from Jerusalem to Croatia and next, Albuquerque.
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Judd Apatow announces new sitcom ‘Love’ for Netflix
For the first time in a decade, Freaks and Geeks creator Judd Apatow will return to the small screen. His new sitcom, Love, will be distributed on Netflix, with a two-season commitment for ten episodes in 2016 and 12 in 2017. “Judd Apatow has a unique comedic voice that manages to be delightful, insightful and […]
WIGS creators launch ‘Indigenous Media’
WIGS creators and filmmakers Jon Avnet, Jake Avnet and Rodrigo Garcia launched a new premium content production company called Indigenous Media. Fresh from its latest investment in Believe Entertainment Group, ITV is the newest investor in the venture along with communications group WPP and others. “Shortly after the launch of WIGS, [WPP’s GroupM Entertainment Global […]
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Anheuser-Busch calls recent NFL controversies “disturbing”
Anheuser-Busch made its statement about recent NFL controversies on Tuesday, expressing concern over the Ray Rice incident and the league’s handling of domestic violence and child abuse issues amongst its players. “We are disappointed and increasingly concerned by the recent incidents that have overshadowed this NFL season,” the company said in a statement to reporters. […]
West coast-based SNF raises the bar
A stunning comeback drove NBC’s Sunday Night Football to a new record, as the game ranked as the most-watched Sunday primetime NFL regular-season matchup ever played on the West Coast. Overall, the contest averaged 22.2 million viewers, down from the opening week’s game, but up 8% from last year’s Week 2 SNF game. The program […]
More than skin deep. Ink Global’s Zafari set to stampede in to MIP Junior
Ink Global will present its new animated series Zafari at MIP Junior. Created by David Dozoretz (Star Wars, Jurassic Park, Forrest Gump), the inclusivity-themed series tells the story of a group of animal friends who have all been magically born with the skin of other animals.
Trash talk: New series from Brain Power/Rollman/Go Girl puts spotlight on up-cycling
Is one teen’s trash another teen’s treasure? Brain Power Studio, Rollman Entertainment and Go Girl Media are co-producing Trashionista, a live-action teen/tween-skewed lifestyle series that celebrates the importance of eco-sensitivity, up-cycling, creativity, and individuality. In each episode the hosts create fun and functional crafts using discarded items found in and around the home. They also […]
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Jimmy Kimmel’s teaming with Carson Daly for a comedy pilot
Jimmy Kimmel sold a pilot script to ABC through ABC Studios, according to the Hollywood Reporter. Kimmel will write the pilot, and produce with pal Carson Daly (Today). Also onboard: exec producer Dan Fogelman (The Neighbors).
Gene Simmons shopping a new TV show
Gene Simmons has a new television project in the works, and this time the KISS rocker is melding music with reality TV. The star of A&E’s Gene Simmons Family Jewels (2006-2012) and AMC’s 4th and Loud (Tuesdays at 10p) is partnering with Sierra/Engine Television to launch talent competition Coliseum at Mipcom. Contestants will form bands, […]
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