Independent production company Finite Films & TV has announced it has appointed Paddy Hughes (BBC’3 Eating with my Ex, C4 & Vinted’s Second Hand Style Up) as Creative Director to support its slate of original branded content. Hughes is a BAFTA-nominated Director and Producer, and has worked in television, SVOD, digital and commercial content for 20 years, taking pilots and new projects to series commissions for UK and US TV channels including BBC3 and Fullscreen. Ahead of the vertical … [Read more...] about Finite Films & TV expands branded content strategy with appointment of BAFTA-nominated producer Paddy Hughes
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ITV Studios’ Global Hit The Voice Launches Its First Pakistani Season
The Voice, the world’s most successful singing competition format, is launching its first Pakistani edition, The Voice Pakistan. Produced by Contenue, The Voice Pakistan will broadcast in 2026. Usman Malik, Founder & CEO of Contenue, said: “Pakistan has always been a land of music - where voices echo through culture, history, and spirit. With The Voice Pakistan, we are not only creating a stage for undiscovered singers but also opening the door for Pakistani music to resonate … [Read more...] about ITV Studios’ Global Hit The Voice Launches Its First Pakistani Season
Former Digital Channels Director at ITV Studios James Dolan has launched Beam Digital
James Dolan, a YouTube and social video specialist who has held senior positions at ITV Studios and Little Dot, has announced the launch of his new venture, Beam Digital. Beam Digital has two main areas of activity: advising organisations, rights owners and content creators on their own digital strategies and working with selected IP and brands to build out their digital worlds, with a particular focus on YouTube. Beam works with partners on anything from creating a clear digital strategy … [Read more...] about Former Digital Channels Director at ITV Studios James Dolan has launched Beam Digital
Sphere Abacus Sells Premium Scripted Drama Around the World
Sphere Abacus (SA) has sold compelling drama series The Game and The Family Next Door to a raft of multi territory broadcasters. The Game (4 x one hour), a cat and mouse thriller produced in the UK by Clapperboard Studios, stars Jason Watkins (Coma, W1A) and Robson Green (Grantchester, Wire in the Blood). The series has been acquired by BritBox (North America), Foxtel Group (Australia), YLE (Finland), SVT (Sweden), Pickbox (Bosnia-Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Macedonia, Montenegro, … [Read more...] about Sphere Abacus Sells Premium Scripted Drama Around the World
Passion Distribution unveils a diverse and compelling slate for MIPCOM 2025
Passion Distribution’s MIPCOM 2025 slate offers a rich and diverse array of programming for global audiences – from exciting new entertainment formats and ambitious historical storytelling to insightful, eye-opening documentaries, absorbing lifestyle and gripping true crime. Passion Distribution’s entertainment slate boasts two new formats from RTL Studios, reinforcing its reputation as a powerhouse in the global formats space. In #COUPLECHALLENGE, duos push themselves in jaw-dropping … [Read more...] about Passion Distribution unveils a diverse and compelling slate for MIPCOM 2025
yes Studios to launch new comedy series at MIPCOM
Following the recent launches of several premium drama series, including action thriller Embassy Down and Sci-Fi YA title Wonder, yes Studios is delighted to arrive at MIPCOM this year with three additions to its growing catalogue of comedy series. Little Fucker and Canteen Commando are brand new titles for the market, while romantic comedy Bloody Murray returns with a much-anticipated second season. Each is available as a completed series or scripted format. Little Fucker (7 x 30) is an … [Read more...] about yes Studios to launch new comedy series at MIPCOM
