Emmys push back voting deadlines, suspends “For Your Consideration” events
The Television Academy is responding to the coronavirus crisis.
Wiip secures critical growth investment (exclusive)
Money will fuel mission to “empower artists and creators to realise their creative visions”.
Series Mania kicks-off online digital forum with market premieres and project pitches
Drama Adult Material and Basque conflict saga Patria among series set to market premiere online.
Film4 acquires ‘Dogs Don’t Wear Pants’ TV rights (exclusive)
Finnish sex drama was set for UK theatrical release before cinema closures.
Paradigm, Writers Guild sign new franchise agreement
Deal doubles ownership interest in affiliate productions to increase by 50%.
Canada’s Banff World Media Festival joins list of cancelled events due to coronavirus
List includes Daytime Emmy Awards ceremony in Los Angeles.
LA Screenings Independents market sets up virtual event
Initial event to run from May 12-21.
Former head of Lionsgate and BBC Studios TV alliance to lead AMC original programming
Executive oversees content creation across network brands including AMC, BBC America, IFC, SundanceTV.
Reed Midem launches MIPTV ONLINE+ as coronavirus fuels industry-wide digital drive
Offering includes highlights of the Drama Buyers Summit and In Development pitches
Fox Corporation lines up $440m Tubi acquisition
AVOD platform will run as independent service, offering mostly licensed content.
Pact calls on government to support the UK’s indie film and TV sector
Organisation trying to provide clarity on ‘force majeure’ clause in contracts.
‘The Witcher’, ‘Lord Of The Rings’ productions halted due to coronavirus
Suspicion starring Uma Thurman also suspended.
LA Screenings Independents cancelled amid pandemic
Event was schedule for May 12-14 in Los Angeles.
