Broadcasting House, the headquarters of the BBC, as it appeared in 2014.
BBC Studios, the commercial arm of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), has debuted a slate of free, ad-supported streaming television (Fast) channels on Paramount Global’s Pluto TV platform in Europe.
The content streams include three new Fast channels for the popular BBC series “Top Gear,” which will offer classic, road trip and challenge-based episodes of the program. It will complement the standalone BBC Top Gear channel that is already available on Pluto TV in Europe, particularly in the Nordic region.
“Expanding the Top Gear universe on Pluto TV further reinforces our commitment to give our audiences the content they love, curated for them to enjoy in unique and exciting ways,” said Katrina Kowalski, the Senior Vice President of International Content Programming and Acquisitions at Pluto TV, said in a statement. “At Pluto TV, we are continuously finessing our Fast strategy,...
BBC Studios, the commercial arm of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), has debuted a slate of free, ad-supported streaming television (Fast) channels on Paramount Global’s Pluto TV platform in Europe.
The content streams include three new Fast channels for the popular BBC series “Top Gear,” which will offer classic, road trip and challenge-based episodes of the program. It will complement the standalone BBC Top Gear channel that is already available on Pluto TV in Europe, particularly in the Nordic region.
“Expanding the Top Gear universe on Pluto TV further reinforces our commitment to give our audiences the content they love, curated for them to enjoy in unique and exciting ways,” said Katrina Kowalski, the Senior Vice President of International Content Programming and Acquisitions at Pluto TV, said in a statement. “At Pluto TV, we are continuously finessing our Fast strategy,...
- 5/29/2024
- by Matthew Keys
- The Desk
Will.i.am, Warren Littlefield & ‘Clarkson’s Farm’ Producer Andy Wilman Set For Edinburgh TV Festival
Will.i.am, The Handmaid’s Tale producer Warren Littlefield and Clarkson’s Farm EP Andy Wilman will speak at this year’s Edinburgh TV Festival.
Grammy-winning music artist and The Voice coach Will.i.am will be a headline speaker in a new Frontiers strand that will bring together the traditional TV sector with leaders from others, such as podcasting, tech and digital.
He will be in conversation with Dr Alex Connock, the TV-producer, Oxford University lecturer and AI expert. Will.i.am is the founder and CEO of Fyi, a Web 3.0 AI platform aimed at harnessing the technology for creative production. The pair will discuss the future of creativity and what role AI will play in content creation, distribution and audience engagement.
Littlefield, the former network chief who oversaw the creation of NBC’s ‘Must See TV’ era, will discuss his career on both sides of the commissioning line. After overseeing...
Grammy-winning music artist and The Voice coach Will.i.am will be a headline speaker in a new Frontiers strand that will bring together the traditional TV sector with leaders from others, such as podcasting, tech and digital.
He will be in conversation with Dr Alex Connock, the TV-producer, Oxford University lecturer and AI expert. Will.i.am is the founder and CEO of Fyi, a Web 3.0 AI platform aimed at harnessing the technology for creative production. The pair will discuss the future of creativity and what role AI will play in content creation, distribution and audience engagement.
Littlefield, the former network chief who oversaw the creation of NBC’s ‘Must See TV’ era, will discuss his career on both sides of the commissioning line. After overseeing...
- 5/28/2024
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
Will.I.Am and “Clarkson’s Farm” executive producer, Andy Wilman are among the lineup at this year’s Edinburgh TV Festival it was confirmed today.
They will be joined at the festival’s 49th edition by “The Handmaid’s Tale” producer Warren Littlefield.
The lineup, which will be further announced in due course, was put together by the festival’s new creative director Rowan Woods.
“It’s such an exciting moment for me to be able to unveil our first session announcements for the 2024 Festival,” said Woods. “They hint at three of our key priorities this year: expanding our international programming, reflecting the increasingly porous boundaries between TV and other sectors and the creative opportunities this brings, and celebrating the success and impact of U.K. talent and programme making. We have lots more news to share in the coming weeks and look forward to convening the industry in Edinburgh...
They will be joined at the festival’s 49th edition by “The Handmaid’s Tale” producer Warren Littlefield.
The lineup, which will be further announced in due course, was put together by the festival’s new creative director Rowan Woods.
“It’s such an exciting moment for me to be able to unveil our first session announcements for the 2024 Festival,” said Woods. “They hint at three of our key priorities this year: expanding our international programming, reflecting the increasingly porous boundaries between TV and other sectors and the creative opportunities this brings, and celebrating the success and impact of U.K. talent and programme making. We have lots more news to share in the coming weeks and look forward to convening the industry in Edinburgh...
- 5/28/2024
- by K.J. Yossman
- Variety Film + TV
Holy cow, May is almost over! That means June is almost here, bringing with it summer. While there are plenty of summer activities one can do outdoors, let's not forget the ultimate summer vibe: sitting inside watching TV. Hey, it gets hot out there! You could go outside and sweat a lot, or you could sit on your couch with the air conditioner blasting, watching Netflix. As is their custom, Netflix will be kicking several titles to the curb as the month rolls over, which means you better act fast to watch some of these films and TV shows. Below, we're highlighting some of best titles leaving Netflix in June 2024.
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A Nightmare On Elm Street
Wes Craven solidified himself as a master of horror with "A Nightmare on Elm Street," a slasher with an ingenious hook: the killer targets teens in their dreams.
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A Nightmare On Elm Street
Wes Craven solidified himself as a master of horror with "A Nightmare on Elm Street," a slasher with an ingenious hook: the killer targets teens in their dreams.
- 5/26/2024
- by Chris Evangelista
- Slash Film
The fans are surprised as the 64-year-old Jeremy Clarkson has received the title of UK’s Sexiest Man Alive for the second consecutive year. The notable television presenter and journalist has defeated some significant Hollywood stars like Tom Holland, Cillian Murphy, and Idris Elba.
Jeremy Clarkson in a still from Clarkson’s Farm I Amazon Studios
Although the list comprises names from the worlds of entertainment, sports, and politics, it was startling to see Henry Cavill not even making it to the Top 10. The closest to Jeremy Clarkson is the Spider-Man fame Tom Holland at second.
Surprisingly, Clarkson has retained his position as the UK’s Sexiest Man even after being in the headlines for his numerous controversial comments.
How did Jeremy Clarkson become the UK’s Sexiest Man?
Tom Holland as Spider-Man in the MCU I [Credit: Columbia Pictures/Marvel Studios]In an annual poll conducted by an online dating site for married people,...
Jeremy Clarkson in a still from Clarkson’s Farm I Amazon Studios
Although the list comprises names from the worlds of entertainment, sports, and politics, it was startling to see Henry Cavill not even making it to the Top 10. The closest to Jeremy Clarkson is the Spider-Man fame Tom Holland at second.
Surprisingly, Clarkson has retained his position as the UK’s Sexiest Man even after being in the headlines for his numerous controversial comments.
How did Jeremy Clarkson become the UK’s Sexiest Man?
Tom Holland as Spider-Man in the MCU I [Credit: Columbia Pictures/Marvel Studios]In an annual poll conducted by an online dating site for married people,...
- 5/18/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
Exclusive: Andy Wilman looks like a man who’s not seen sunlight for a while. Peering down the barrel of a Zoom call, he’s got a touch of man flu after a spell in his editing bunker. Wilman is perpetually “in an edit.” He’s currently honing the final episode of The Grand Tour, but he could just as well be looking at rushes from Clarkson’s Farm Season 4. It is his happy place.
We talk just days after Season 3 has been confirmed as Amazon Prime Video’s highest-rated UK original, sitting acres ahead of lavishly-budgeted series including Fallout and The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. Not bad for a show in which the centerpiece storyline is the birthing journey of a pig named Baroness. Clarkson’s Farm was, in Wilman’s words, conceived as Clarkson’s “solo album” away from Richard Hammond and James May, but...
We talk just days after Season 3 has been confirmed as Amazon Prime Video’s highest-rated UK original, sitting acres ahead of lavishly-budgeted series including Fallout and The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. Not bad for a show in which the centerpiece storyline is the birthing journey of a pig named Baroness. Clarkson’s Farm was, in Wilman’s words, conceived as Clarkson’s “solo album” away from Richard Hammond and James May, but...
- 5/17/2024
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
Sitting at a capacious round table filled with half-a-dozen entertainment reporters, Gary Oldman describes himself as a fan of television. “Some of the best stuff you see is on your television screen,” he said. “I love long-form.”
Frankly, this isn’t the first time a movie star who’s new to television has praised the medium printing his paychecks. But Oldman — in a winding, hourlong conversation pegged to “Slow Horses,” his first TV role as a series regular — really does seem to love the visual art of serialized narratives. During the December luncheon (hosted by Apple in New York’s Tribeca neighborhood), he brought up a dozen shows, often unprompted, and even quoted his favorite line from “Succession” off the cuff.
“God, [Brian] Cox had one of the greatest lines when he said, ‘What is that smell in here? It’s like a cheesemonger died and left his cock in the brie,...
Frankly, this isn’t the first time a movie star who’s new to television has praised the medium printing his paychecks. But Oldman — in a winding, hourlong conversation pegged to “Slow Horses,” his first TV role as a series regular — really does seem to love the visual art of serialized narratives. During the December luncheon (hosted by Apple in New York’s Tribeca neighborhood), he brought up a dozen shows, often unprompted, and even quoted his favorite line from “Succession” off the cuff.
“God, [Brian] Cox had one of the greatest lines when he said, ‘What is that smell in here? It’s like a cheesemonger died and left his cock in the brie,...
- 5/15/2024
- by Ben Travers
- Indiewire
It's hard to imagine a show like Clarkson's Farm becoming one of the top-rated shows on Prime Video. In February of 2023, it broke viewing records in the UK, and the 2024 season has already snatched the top spot from Baby Reindeer, with only four episodes released.
What makes Clarkson's Farm so compelling, however, is the imbecilic, blundering buffoon that headlines the series, Jeremy Clarkson, along with his deadpan sidekick, Kaleb Cooper.
The thing is, Clarkson isn't a fool. He's simply in over his head, diving headlong into an immensely complicated livelihood, far more than anything he has ever encountered. Clarkson's journey from Top Gear to the difficulties of full-time farming is relatable.
Apart from establishing an intimate link between the audience and the show, it makes for some hilarious moments throughout the series. Authenticity is the name of the game here, and it's the beating heart behind the colorful characters that inhabit Chipping Norton,...
What makes Clarkson's Farm so compelling, however, is the imbecilic, blundering buffoon that headlines the series, Jeremy Clarkson, along with his deadpan sidekick, Kaleb Cooper.
The thing is, Clarkson isn't a fool. He's simply in over his head, diving headlong into an immensely complicated livelihood, far more than anything he has ever encountered. Clarkson's journey from Top Gear to the difficulties of full-time farming is relatable.
Apart from establishing an intimate link between the audience and the show, it makes for some hilarious moments throughout the series. Authenticity is the name of the game here, and it's the beating heart behind the colorful characters that inhabit Chipping Norton,...
- 5/10/2024
- by Thomas Godwin
- TVfanatic
The wildly popular NBC series Friends was still four years into the future when one of its biggest stars began appearing in music videos for Jon Bon Jovi. In 1990, Matt LeBlanc was trying to make a name for himself in the entertainment industry when he was tapped to star in a video for Jon Bon Jovi’s first solo project, Blaze of Glory. He would go on to film a second one at the height of his Friends fame as well.
The video starred Jon Bon Jovi, but Matt LeBlanc got the girl
The premise of the “Miracle” music video centered on Jon Bon Jovi and his pals as they took a motorcycle road trip. En route to an undetermined location, they enter a small Mexican town and are welcomed by locals.
During a fiesta following a wedding, LeBlanc sees a beautiful young woman. They lock eyes.
After guitar riffs...
The video starred Jon Bon Jovi, but Matt LeBlanc got the girl
The premise of the “Miracle” music video centered on Jon Bon Jovi and his pals as they took a motorcycle road trip. En route to an undetermined location, they enter a small Mexican town and are welcomed by locals.
During a fiesta following a wedding, LeBlanc sees a beautiful young woman. They lock eyes.
After guitar riffs...
- 5/10/2024
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Season 3 of Clarkson’s Farm premiered recently, and Amazon Prime fans were concerned about Gerald Cooper, but Jeremy Clarkson gave an update. If you don’t know, he was diagnosed with prostate cancer. The former Top Gear star brings a lot of humor with his show, but there’s nothing remotely funny about the disease that struck Gerald, the security manager.
Jeremy Clarkson Makes People Laugh & Fans Love Gerald
Gerald Cooper has a broad West Country accent and on occasion, when he gets excited, his boss can’t understand a word he says. However, he mostly just gets himself laughing so hard, he almost cries. Gerald became a favorite because he’s astute, sharp, and has the understated British humor down to an art form. Kaleb Cooper, the recently promoted farmhand, and his reality TV boss want Gerald well and back at work.
Gerald Cooper On Clarkson’s Farm Amazon Prime YouTube...
Jeremy Clarkson Makes People Laugh & Fans Love Gerald
Gerald Cooper has a broad West Country accent and on occasion, when he gets excited, his boss can’t understand a word he says. However, he mostly just gets himself laughing so hard, he almost cries. Gerald became a favorite because he’s astute, sharp, and has the understated British humor down to an art form. Kaleb Cooper, the recently promoted farmhand, and his reality TV boss want Gerald well and back at work.
Gerald Cooper On Clarkson’s Farm Amazon Prime YouTube...
- 5/8/2024
- by James Michael
- TV Shows Ace
When Amazon Prime released Clarkson’s Farm Season 3, it was only the first half of the episodes. Therefore, when will the streamer release Part 2? At the beginning of the third season, Jeremy promoted Kaleb Cooper as his farm manager. Then, they agreed to a contest. Kaleb would farm the regular farmland, while Jeremy would farm the parts of the land they have not used. However, the streamer only aired four episodes. When are the remaining four dropping?
Viewers love Jeremy Clarkson’s farm series. This season has shown the Top Gear alum dealing with a cornucopia of obstacles. This ranges from the forced closure of the Diddly Squat’s restaurant to the challenges of raising pigs.
Here are the details of when fans of the show will get the Season 3, Part 2 episodes.
Kaleb Cooper Clarkson’s Farm – YouTube When Will Amazon Drop Clarkson’s Farm Season 3, Part 2?
When Amazon Prime dropped Clarkson’s Farm Season 3 on Friday,...
Viewers love Jeremy Clarkson’s farm series. This season has shown the Top Gear alum dealing with a cornucopia of obstacles. This ranges from the forced closure of the Diddly Squat’s restaurant to the challenges of raising pigs.
Here are the details of when fans of the show will get the Season 3, Part 2 episodes.
Kaleb Cooper Clarkson’s Farm – YouTube When Will Amazon Drop Clarkson’s Farm Season 3, Part 2?
When Amazon Prime dropped Clarkson’s Farm Season 3 on Friday,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Georgia Makitalo
- TV Shows Ace
Free Streaming
Freely, the new free streaming service backed by Britain’s public service broadcasters (PSBs) that delivers live TV over broadband, has launched. The initiative is from Everyone TV, the organization which runs free TV in the U.K. and is jointly owned by the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Paramount Global’s Channel 5. Announced last year, the service allows viewers to browse and watch live TV channels together with on-demand content streamed to their smart TV via the internet. Freely will be built-in to the next generation of smart TVs and features a lineup of public service broadcaster content and other free-to-air channels.
Content from Stv and S4C, free-to-air public service broadcasters for Scotland and Wales respectively, is also available on Freely. Hisense, previously announced as the first Freely smart TV partner, brings Freely TVs to market today. TiVo will be offering Freely as part of its TiVo Os platform.
Freely, the new free streaming service backed by Britain’s public service broadcasters (PSBs) that delivers live TV over broadband, has launched. The initiative is from Everyone TV, the organization which runs free TV in the U.K. and is jointly owned by the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Paramount Global’s Channel 5. Announced last year, the service allows viewers to browse and watch live TV channels together with on-demand content streamed to their smart TV via the internet. Freely will be built-in to the next generation of smart TVs and features a lineup of public service broadcaster content and other free-to-air channels.
Content from Stv and S4C, free-to-air public service broadcasters for Scotland and Wales respectively, is also available on Freely. Hisense, previously announced as the first Freely smart TV partner, brings Freely TVs to market today. TiVo will be offering Freely as part of its TiVo Os platform.
- 4/30/2024
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Jeremy Clarkson has revealed the secret to his curmudgeonly, grumbling character that helped propel his shows Top Gear and The Grand Tour to worldwide success – it was all an act.
Clarkson, whose hit series Clarkson’s Farm returns to Amazon Prime’s global platform on May 3, told The Guardian newspaper he had deliberately made “a comic creation.”
He said: “Everyone assumes the character they see on motoring shows is me, but it’s exaggerated. To think that I was like I was on Top Gear is the same as thinking that Anthony Hopkins is a cannibal.”
And he said that, as a working farmer whose challenges and triumphs are all captured on camera for his hit show, he feels no pressure to be controversial any more:
“I don’t have to think, ‘Right, I’m going to say something stupidly provocative now.’ That’s relaxing. Also, you don’t wake up...
Clarkson, whose hit series Clarkson’s Farm returns to Amazon Prime’s global platform on May 3, told The Guardian newspaper he had deliberately made “a comic creation.”
He said: “Everyone assumes the character they see on motoring shows is me, but it’s exaggerated. To think that I was like I was on Top Gear is the same as thinking that Anthony Hopkins is a cannibal.”
And he said that, as a working farmer whose challenges and triumphs are all captured on camera for his hit show, he feels no pressure to be controversial any more:
“I don’t have to think, ‘Right, I’m going to say something stupidly provocative now.’ That’s relaxing. Also, you don’t wake up...
- 4/28/2024
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
Amazon Prime has just released the Clarkson’s Farm Season 3 video trailer. The new season promises some competition between The Grand Tour star and fan-favorite Kaleb Cooper.
What does it all reveal? Moreover, when should viewers of the hit reality show expect to see it drop?
Here are all the details.
The Grand Tour, Jeremy Clarkson’s Farm- Instagram Jeremy Clarkson Proposes Competition In Clarkson’s Farm Season 3 Trailer
Everyone loves Clarkson’s Farm. This humorous and dramatic reality show centers around Top Gear alum Jeremy Clarkson’s farm called Diddly Squat. Moreover, this series represents the struggles farmers have to produce the world’s food. On Thursday, Amazon released the Clarkson’s Farm Season 3 trailer. What should viewers expect this season?
Firstly, Jeremy promotes his right-hand man Kaleb Cooper to farm manager. Next, Jeremy puts on a competition. He is going to farm some wild land that takes up about half of his property.
What does it all reveal? Moreover, when should viewers of the hit reality show expect to see it drop?
Here are all the details.
The Grand Tour, Jeremy Clarkson’s Farm- Instagram Jeremy Clarkson Proposes Competition In Clarkson’s Farm Season 3 Trailer
Everyone loves Clarkson’s Farm. This humorous and dramatic reality show centers around Top Gear alum Jeremy Clarkson’s farm called Diddly Squat. Moreover, this series represents the struggles farmers have to produce the world’s food. On Thursday, Amazon released the Clarkson’s Farm Season 3 trailer. What should viewers expect this season?
Firstly, Jeremy promotes his right-hand man Kaleb Cooper to farm manager. Next, Jeremy puts on a competition. He is going to farm some wild land that takes up about half of his property.
- 4/18/2024
- by Georgia Makitalo
- TV Shows Ace
‘After the Party’ in the U.K.
Channel 4 has acquired U.K. rights to the acclaimed New Zealand drama “After the Party” from Lingo Pictures.
The six-part series, co-created by and starring Robyn Malcolm (“Black Bird”), follows Penny Wilding, a mother, teacher and environmental activist, whose life imploded five years earlier after she accused her husband Phil, played by Peter Mullan, of a sex crime and nobody believed her.
When Penny’s now ex-husband returns to town, her daughter pressures her to let go of her accusations and move on. As her old furies rise to the surface, Penny must decide what’s more important – the truth or rebuilding her relationships with the people around her.
Co-created by Dianne Taylor, “After the Party” was produced by Australia’s Lingo Pictures and Luminous Beast in New Zealand as an original commission for New Zealand’s Tvnz in association with and distributed by ITV Studios.
Channel 4 has acquired U.K. rights to the acclaimed New Zealand drama “After the Party” from Lingo Pictures.
The six-part series, co-created by and starring Robyn Malcolm (“Black Bird”), follows Penny Wilding, a mother, teacher and environmental activist, whose life imploded five years earlier after she accused her husband Phil, played by Peter Mullan, of a sex crime and nobody believed her.
When Penny’s now ex-husband returns to town, her daughter pressures her to let go of her accusations and move on. As her old furies rise to the surface, Penny must decide what’s more important – the truth or rebuilding her relationships with the people around her.
Co-created by Dianne Taylor, “After the Party” was produced by Australia’s Lingo Pictures and Luminous Beast in New Zealand as an original commission for New Zealand’s Tvnz in association with and distributed by ITV Studios.
- 3/20/2024
- by Ed Meza
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: The race to replace Ralph Lee at the helm of BBC Studios Productions is underway, with the studio signaling its ambition by approaching some of the UK’s top unscripted executives.
Lee will step down as the CEO of BBC Studios Productions next month after a six-year stint to “pursue a new challenge” but Deadline is told that headhunter Russell Reynolds Associates is already scoping out successors.
The successful candidate will run a production unit that contributed heavily to BBC Studios’ £1.6B ($2B) content revenue last year, overseeing hits including Good Omens, Strictly Come Dancing, and David Attenborough’s natural history tentpoles.
Deadline understands that Russell Reynolds has held tentative early conversations with potential candidates including Stv Studios managing director David Mortimer, ITV Studios unscripted director Angela Jain and Karl Warner, Channel 4’s outgoing head of youth and digital.
Fatima Salaria, who previously ran The Apprentice producer Naked,...
Lee will step down as the CEO of BBC Studios Productions next month after a six-year stint to “pursue a new challenge” but Deadline is told that headhunter Russell Reynolds Associates is already scoping out successors.
The successful candidate will run a production unit that contributed heavily to BBC Studios’ £1.6B ($2B) content revenue last year, overseeing hits including Good Omens, Strictly Come Dancing, and David Attenborough’s natural history tentpoles.
Deadline understands that Russell Reynolds has held tentative early conversations with potential candidates including Stv Studios managing director David Mortimer, ITV Studios unscripted director Angela Jain and Karl Warner, Channel 4’s outgoing head of youth and digital.
Fatima Salaria, who previously ran The Apprentice producer Naked,...
- 3/14/2024
- by Max Goldbart and Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
Max and discovery+ will get MotorTrend content, but streamers like Peacock, Prime Video and Netflix also carry titles gear heads might have interest in.
Car lovers everywhere grimaced at the news that Warner Bros. Discovery was planning to shut down its MotorTrend+ streaming service in March when it broke this week. MotorTrend+ is one of the top places to find automotive content, from car makeover shows to series featuring big-name celebrities and their favorite rides, and much more. With access to MotorTrend+ about to end, where can gearheads find and stream new and legacy titles relating to automotive topics?
Netflix and Prime Video offer excellent on-demand titles like “Formula 1: Drive to Survive” and the BBC’s “Top Gear.” ESPN+ and Peacock are perfect for viewers who want to enjoy live auto racing from F1 and NASCAR. Viewers can head to Max and discovery+ to find content formerly housed on...
Car lovers everywhere grimaced at the news that Warner Bros. Discovery was planning to shut down its MotorTrend+ streaming service in March when it broke this week. MotorTrend+ is one of the top places to find automotive content, from car makeover shows to series featuring big-name celebrities and their favorite rides, and much more. With access to MotorTrend+ about to end, where can gearheads find and stream new and legacy titles relating to automotive topics?
Netflix and Prime Video offer excellent on-demand titles like “Formula 1: Drive to Survive” and the BBC’s “Top Gear.” ESPN+ and Peacock are perfect for viewers who want to enjoy live auto racing from F1 and NASCAR. Viewers can head to Max and discovery+ to find content formerly housed on...
- 2/27/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
It’s the end of the road for Warner Bros. Discovery’s MotorTrend+ automotive streaming service.
The media company announced that MotorTrend+ will be shut down after content from the service is fully migrated to Discovery+ and Max at the end of March. The majority of current MotorTrend+ subscribers will be automatically switched over to Discovery+’s ad-free plan by the end of March, retaining their same subscription price. The company said eligible MotorTrend+ subscribers will receive email instructions on how to access Discovery+. MotorTrend+ subs who signed up through certain third-party partners will not be moved over.
MotorTrend+ subscriptions had cost $5.99 per month or $54.99 per year. The ad-free version of Discovery+ is $8.99/month in the U.S.
Beginning Friday, Feb. 23, 1,000 hours of MotorTrend’s programming is being added to Discovery+ (in the U.S. and Canada) and Max (in the U.S.). Thousands of hours of additional MotorTrend content...
The media company announced that MotorTrend+ will be shut down after content from the service is fully migrated to Discovery+ and Max at the end of March. The majority of current MotorTrend+ subscribers will be automatically switched over to Discovery+’s ad-free plan by the end of March, retaining their same subscription price. The company said eligible MotorTrend+ subscribers will receive email instructions on how to access Discovery+. MotorTrend+ subs who signed up through certain third-party partners will not be moved over.
MotorTrend+ subscriptions had cost $5.99 per month or $54.99 per year. The ad-free version of Discovery+ is $8.99/month in the U.S.
Beginning Friday, Feb. 23, 1,000 hours of MotorTrend’s programming is being added to Discovery+ (in the U.S. and Canada) and Max (in the U.S.). Thousands of hours of additional MotorTrend content...
- 2/23/2024
- by Todd Spangler
- Variety Film + TV
Prime Video has debuted the trailer for the upcoming adventure with Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May, ‘The Grand Tour: Sand Job.’ Which is perfect timing to present our extended interview with one the its stars – Richard Hammond.
Colin Hart sat down with the presenter to talk about the new series, the lure and appeal of the show as it has evolved and what was the spark in the original Top Gear meetings that helped spawn these huge shows.
Trailer Time!
Jeremy, James and Richard head to Africa for their penultimate adventure, and given they are entering the end game, they make sure this outing is a spectacular one.
In the remote African country of Mauritania, the trio follow in the footsteps of the legendary Paris-Dakar rally. Instead of bespoke Dakar racers, the boys must complete their journey in cheap modified sports cars. Their journey begins with the world...
Colin Hart sat down with the presenter to talk about the new series, the lure and appeal of the show as it has evolved and what was the spark in the original Top Gear meetings that helped spawn these huge shows.
Trailer Time!
Jeremy, James and Richard head to Africa for their penultimate adventure, and given they are entering the end game, they make sure this outing is a spectacular one.
In the remote African country of Mauritania, the trio follow in the footsteps of the legendary Paris-Dakar rally. Instead of bespoke Dakar racers, the boys must complete their journey in cheap modified sports cars. Their journey begins with the world...
- 2/6/2024
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
When the news came out in December that “The Grand Tour” — Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond’s post-“Top Gear” automotive series — would be coming to an end, fans were left wondering why.
But, in a new interview with The Times, Clarkson has delivered a cheeky yet straightforward answer: it’s because he’s “unfit and fat and old.”
Clarkson told The Times that the show “is immensely physical, and when you’re unfit and fat and old, which I am…” He also feels the trio has done just about “everything you can do with a car.”
“I’ve driven cars higher than anyone else and further north than anyone else,” Clarkson said. “We’ve done everything you can do with a car. When we had meetings about what to do next, people just threw their arms in the air.”
There are still two more specials of “The Grand Tour,...
But, in a new interview with The Times, Clarkson has delivered a cheeky yet straightforward answer: it’s because he’s “unfit and fat and old.”
Clarkson told The Times that the show “is immensely physical, and when you’re unfit and fat and old, which I am…” He also feels the trio has done just about “everything you can do with a car.”
“I’ve driven cars higher than anyone else and further north than anyone else,” Clarkson said. “We’ve done everything you can do with a car. When we had meetings about what to do next, people just threw their arms in the air.”
There are still two more specials of “The Grand Tour,...
- 1/26/2024
- by Ellise Shafer
- Variety Film + TV
James May has left the car door open for a reunion with Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond after they park their Prime Video series The Grand Tour for a final time.
During BBC Radio 4’s Today program, which he was guest editing this morning, he responded to a question about the future of the series by saying: “Well, we’ve filmed the last one for now. I suppose that makes me technically unemployed — I can hear the cheers rolling around the country.
“We’ve got two in the bag, though, so there’s one coming out very soon. I’m not sure what I’m allowed to say here. Then [there is] another one coming out a bit after that.”
In November, Clarkson told The Times newspaper that the trio were “done” after 34 years of car review programs. However, Prime Video is yet to officially cancel The Grand Tour, which is among its highest-rating original series.
During BBC Radio 4’s Today program, which he was guest editing this morning, he responded to a question about the future of the series by saying: “Well, we’ve filmed the last one for now. I suppose that makes me technically unemployed — I can hear the cheers rolling around the country.
“We’ve got two in the bag, though, so there’s one coming out very soon. I’m not sure what I’m allowed to say here. Then [there is] another one coming out a bit after that.”
In November, Clarkson told The Times newspaper that the trio were “done” after 34 years of car review programs. However, Prime Video is yet to officially cancel The Grand Tour, which is among its highest-rating original series.
- 12/27/2023
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
Imagining a New Era for Top Gear with Edgar Wright When you think of Top Gear, it’s not just cars that come to mind, but the energy and flair of its presentation. Enter Edgar Wright, a director whose dynamic visual style could inject an electrifying new spark into the show. Known for his rhythmically engaging films like ‘Baby Driver’, Wright has a knack for blending soundtracks with visuals in a way that could transform even the most standard car review into an immersive experience. His early days shooting amateur shorts and self-teaching through the sheer act of filmmaking have culminated...
- 12/1/2023
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Amazon Prime Video’s automotive series “The Grand Tour” is not moving forward at the streamer — at least with its current hosts, former “Top Gear” trio Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond.
Sources tell Variety that Clarkson, May and Hammond have just returned from filming the show’s final special in Zimbabwe, which will launch at a later date next year and conclude the fifth season. A special set in Mauritania will launch before that, in February. Though options to continue the series with different hosts are being explored, it has not yet been greenlit. The “Grand Tour” news follows the announcement earlier this week that Clarkson’s other show on Amazon Prime Video, “Clarkson’s Farm,” is getting a fourth season.
Clarkson said in a statement to The Times on Thursday, “We’re done. I have reviewed cars on TV since 1989. That’s 34 years. And after next year, I...
Sources tell Variety that Clarkson, May and Hammond have just returned from filming the show’s final special in Zimbabwe, which will launch at a later date next year and conclude the fifth season. A special set in Mauritania will launch before that, in February. Though options to continue the series with different hosts are being explored, it has not yet been greenlit. The “Grand Tour” news follows the announcement earlier this week that Clarkson’s other show on Amazon Prime Video, “Clarkson’s Farm,” is getting a fourth season.
Clarkson said in a statement to The Times on Thursday, “We’re done. I have reviewed cars on TV since 1989. That’s 34 years. And after next year, I...
- 12/1/2023
- by Ellise Shafer
- Variety Film + TV
The Cultural Phenomenon of Top Gear For automotive enthusiasts and television audiences worldwide, ‘Top Gear’ has been more than just a show; it’s been a cultural touchstone that redefined what car entertainment could be. From adrenaline-fueled adventures to the testing of car myths, the series has left an indelible mark on both car culture and television history. Let’s buckle up and revisit five ‘Top Gear’ episodes that not only entertained us but made history. The Icy Adventure of the Polar Special The ‘Top Gear’ Polar Special was a television event that pushed the boundaries of what...
- 11/28/2023
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
The actor formerly known as Jaime Lannister once again unsheathing his sword in a quest for power? It’s safe to say that King and Conqueror already has our full attention.
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau (Game of Thrones) and James Norton (Happy Valley) are set to executive-produce and star in the new period drama, playing 11th century figures William, Duke of Normandy, and Harold, Earl of Wessex, respectively.
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Nikolaj Coster-Waldau (Game of Thrones) and James Norton (Happy Valley) are set to executive-produce and star in the new period drama, playing 11th century figures William, Duke of Normandy, and Harold, Earl of Wessex, respectively.
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- 11/28/2023
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
A Look Back at the Top Gear Phenomenon From its humble beginnings in 1977 as a regional monthly show that quickly went national, Top Gear has been a cornerstone of automotive entertainment. It wasn’t just a show about cars; it was a cultural icon that redefined the genre. Jeremy Clarkson hosted the show for the first time in 1988 and by the time he finished in 2015, Top Gear was a worldwide success. The show saw numerous spin-offs, aiming to diversify its coverage and appeal. The Scandals That Steered Off Course Recent controversies have been a significant speed bump for...
- 11/25/2023
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
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Red Sea Revs Up
Shifting sands: Red Sea International Film Festival, the big Saudi Arabian film get-together, opens its third edition next Thursday in the port city of Jeddah. The event was launched in the wake of Saudi Arabia lifting of its 35-year cinema ban at the end of 2017, as part of its 2030 Vision plan aimed at moving the economy away from a reliance on oil, and has become an integral part of the country’s ambition to become the leading film and TV hub in the Mena region. But announcements on films and guests have been down to the wire this year, as the event juggles the shifting sands of the global geo-political tensions set in motion by the Israel-Hamas...
Red Sea Revs Up
Shifting sands: Red Sea International Film Festival, the big Saudi Arabian film get-together, opens its third edition next Thursday in the port city of Jeddah. The event was launched in the wake of Saudi Arabia lifting of its 35-year cinema ban at the end of 2017, as part of its 2030 Vision plan aimed at moving the economy away from a reliance on oil, and has become an integral part of the country’s ambition to become the leading film and TV hub in the Mena region. But announcements on films and guests have been down to the wire this year, as the event juggles the shifting sands of the global geo-political tensions set in motion by the Israel-Hamas...
- 11/24/2023
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
After the BBC revealed that “Top Gear” won’t be returning “for the foreseeable future,” former presenter James May has said that the series needs “a bit of a rethink.”
In an interview on the BBC’s “Today” podcast, May — who hosted “Top Gear” alongside Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond for over a decade — said that the show must be revamped whenever it does return.
“My honest view is — I can say this now — it does need a bit of a rethink,” May told the BBC. “It’s time for a new format and a new approach to the subject because the subject has not been this interesting, I suspect, since the car has been invented.”
On Tuesday, the BBC announced that “Top Gear” had officially been put on pause following a halt in production after presenter Andrew “Freddie” Flintoff was injured in an on-set accident in December. Flintoff had...
In an interview on the BBC’s “Today” podcast, May — who hosted “Top Gear” alongside Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond for over a decade — said that the show must be revamped whenever it does return.
“My honest view is — I can say this now — it does need a bit of a rethink,” May told the BBC. “It’s time for a new format and a new approach to the subject because the subject has not been this interesting, I suspect, since the car has been invented.”
On Tuesday, the BBC announced that “Top Gear” had officially been put on pause following a halt in production after presenter Andrew “Freddie” Flintoff was injured in an on-set accident in December. Flintoff had...
- 11/22/2023
- by Ellise Shafer
- Variety Film + TV
Former Top Gear host James May has criticized the “car show-erati” who have called for him and his fellow former co-presenters to be reinstated on the hit motoring show since Andrew Flintoff’s crash.
Speaking to the BBC, May said he has been annoyed by “the people who watch car shows and were saying, ‘Well now they’ve done that wrong you can come back in and rescue [Top Gear].“
May referred to these “partisan” Top Gear fans as the “car show-erati.”
“I was just thinking, ‘The bloke has hurt himself very badly in a life-changing way and you could perhaps not use it as an opportunity to be partisan’,” said May of these fans. “You could perhaps say, ‘Rotten bit of luck, get well soon’.”
May was speaking on a trailed BBC Today podcast, which will be out in full tomorrow, a day after the BBC said Top Gear...
Speaking to the BBC, May said he has been annoyed by “the people who watch car shows and were saying, ‘Well now they’ve done that wrong you can come back in and rescue [Top Gear].“
May referred to these “partisan” Top Gear fans as the “car show-erati.”
“I was just thinking, ‘The bloke has hurt himself very badly in a life-changing way and you could perhaps not use it as an opportunity to be partisan’,” said May of these fans. “You could perhaps say, ‘Rotten bit of luck, get well soon’.”
May was speaking on a trailed BBC Today podcast, which will be out in full tomorrow, a day after the BBC said Top Gear...
- 11/22/2023
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
The BBC has made the decision to pause its long-running series “Top Gear” “for the foreseeable future,” according to multiple media reports. This decision comes in the wake of a high-speed accident that involved host Andrew “Freddie” Flintoff last December.
“We’ve agreed with BBC Content that given the exceptional circumstances, we will be resting production of the Top Gear U.K. show for the foreseeable future,” a statement posted to the official “Top Gear” site reads. “We’ll continue to support the programme’s core production team and will be leaning on their expertise in a broader production capacity until such time as the U.K. show can restart.”
While filming the 34th series of the car showcase show, Flintoff was involved in an accident. The incident occurred at the show’s test track at Dunsfold Park Aerodome and resulted in Flintoff being airlifted to a hospital. In October of this year,...
“We’ve agreed with BBC Content that given the exceptional circumstances, we will be resting production of the Top Gear U.K. show for the foreseeable future,” a statement posted to the official “Top Gear” site reads. “We’ll continue to support the programme’s core production team and will be leaning on their expertise in a broader production capacity until such time as the U.K. show can restart.”
While filming the 34th series of the car showcase show, Flintoff was involved in an accident. The incident occurred at the show’s test track at Dunsfold Park Aerodome and resulted in Flintoff being airlifted to a hospital. In October of this year,...
- 11/21/2023
- by Kayla Cobb
- The Wrap
The BBC is pumping the brakes on Top Gear.
The British public broadcaster announced Tuesday that the veteran car show — which airs Stateside on BBC America and was most recently hosted by Freddie Flintoff, Paddy McGuinness and Chris Harris — is being put on “rest” for the foreseeable future.
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“Given the exceptional circumstances, the BBC has decided to rest the U.
The British public broadcaster announced Tuesday that the veteran car show — which airs Stateside on BBC America and was most recently hosted by Freddie Flintoff, Paddy McGuinness and Chris Harris — is being put on “rest” for the foreseeable future.
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“Given the exceptional circumstances, the BBC has decided to rest the U.
- 11/21/2023
- by Ryan Schwartz
- TVLine.com
Top Gear, which was once among the most profitable crown jewels in the BBC’s programming portfolio and a show that has run for some 46 years, is being put on an extended hiatus.
The British public broadcaster revealed Tuesday that the flagship motoring show would not be returning for the “foreseeable future” and that it had “decided to rest” the series.
The news comes following a high-speed car crash involving host Freddie Flintoff during filming of the show that led to production of the latest season being halted.
The accident — Flintoff’s third on the show — occurred in late 2022 and saw the former cricketer having to be airlifted to a hospital. In October, press reports confirmed that BBC Studios, the commercial arm of the BBC which produces Top Gear, had reached a compensation settlement of 9 million pounds ($11.3 million) for the injuries that Flintoff sustained.
The decision to take the series...
The British public broadcaster revealed Tuesday that the flagship motoring show would not be returning for the “foreseeable future” and that it had “decided to rest” the series.
The news comes following a high-speed car crash involving host Freddie Flintoff during filming of the show that led to production of the latest season being halted.
The accident — Flintoff’s third on the show — occurred in late 2022 and saw the former cricketer having to be airlifted to a hospital. In October, press reports confirmed that BBC Studios, the commercial arm of the BBC which produces Top Gear, had reached a compensation settlement of 9 million pounds ($11.3 million) for the injuries that Flintoff sustained.
The decision to take the series...
- 11/21/2023
- by Alex Ritman
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Hit automotive series “Top Gear” is being put in park “for the foreseeable future,” the BBC revealed on Tuesday.
The news comes after presenter Andrew “Freddie” Flintoff was injured in an on-set accident in December, resulting in a pause in production on the show’s 34th season. Flintoff had been a presenter on the series since 2019, alongside Paddy McGuinness and Chris Harris.
“Given the exceptional circumstances, the BBC has decided to rest the U.K. show for the foreseeable future,” the statement reads. “The BBC remains committed to Freddie, Chris and Paddy who have been at the heart of the show’s renaissance since 2019, and we’re excited about new projects being developed with each of them. We will have more to say in the near future on this. We know resting the show will be disappointing news for fans, but it is the right thing to do. All other...
The news comes after presenter Andrew “Freddie” Flintoff was injured in an on-set accident in December, resulting in a pause in production on the show’s 34th season. Flintoff had been a presenter on the series since 2019, alongside Paddy McGuinness and Chris Harris.
“Given the exceptional circumstances, the BBC has decided to rest the U.K. show for the foreseeable future,” the statement reads. “The BBC remains committed to Freddie, Chris and Paddy who have been at the heart of the show’s renaissance since 2019, and we’re excited about new projects being developed with each of them. We will have more to say in the near future on this. We know resting the show will be disappointing news for fans, but it is the right thing to do. All other...
- 11/21/2023
- by Ellise Shafer
- Variety Film + TV
Top Gear will not be seen for the “foreseeable future” on TV, the BBC has said.
The show has been off air since host Andrew Flintoff picked up “life-alteringly significant” injuries following a crash, which led to a £9M ($11.2M) payout for the cricketing legend and a health and safety review.
In the past few minutes, the BBC has put out a statement saying it has “decided to rest the UK show for the foreseeable future,” citing “exceptional circumstances.”
The corporation said it remains committed to Flintoff and his co-hosts Paddy McGuinness and Chris Harris, “and we’re excited about new projects being developed with each of them,” with “more to say in the near future on this.”
“We know resting the show will be disappointing news for fans, but it is the right thing to do,” said the statement. “All other Top Gear activity remains unaffected by this hiatus including international formats,...
The show has been off air since host Andrew Flintoff picked up “life-alteringly significant” injuries following a crash, which led to a £9M ($11.2M) payout for the cricketing legend and a health and safety review.
In the past few minutes, the BBC has put out a statement saying it has “decided to rest the UK show for the foreseeable future,” citing “exceptional circumstances.”
The corporation said it remains committed to Flintoff and his co-hosts Paddy McGuinness and Chris Harris, “and we’re excited about new projects being developed with each of them,” with “more to say in the near future on this.”
“We know resting the show will be disappointing news for fans, but it is the right thing to do,” said the statement. “All other Top Gear activity remains unaffected by this hiatus including international formats,...
- 11/21/2023
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
Bond actor Rory Kinnear has joined calls for a revamp to set health and safety in the wake of several high-profile accidents in the film and TV industry.
Rory Kinnear has joined a number of industry figures looking to improve set safety in the film and television industry in an interview with the BBC.
His comments come more than thirty years after his own father, actor Roy Kinnear, was thrown from a horse and killed while filming The Return Of The Musketeers in 1988.
“Thirty years later, things simply haven’t changed,” he said. “You’ve got a lot of young people wanting to enter an industry that they know is perilous, both financially and in terms of work, but not necessarily aware of how perilous the practices on set are as well.
“Now is the time for this opportunity to be taken in terms of understanding that we don’t...
Rory Kinnear has joined a number of industry figures looking to improve set safety in the film and television industry in an interview with the BBC.
His comments come more than thirty years after his own father, actor Roy Kinnear, was thrown from a horse and killed while filming The Return Of The Musketeers in 1988.
“Thirty years later, things simply haven’t changed,” he said. “You’ve got a lot of young people wanting to enter an industry that they know is perilous, both financially and in terms of work, but not necessarily aware of how perilous the practices on set are as well.
“Now is the time for this opportunity to be taken in terms of understanding that we don’t...
- 11/21/2023
- by James Harvey
- Film Stories
Historically, television content has largely originated in the United States and spread to other parts of the world. But in recent years, this dynamic has begun to change, with British television shows experiencing a surge in popularity in the U.S. market. This shift can be attributed chiefly to the rise of streaming platforms, which have made international content more accessible to U.S. audiences.
Recent data from Parrot Analytics reveals that British TV shows accounted for nearly 6% of the total demand for TV series in the U.S. during the third quarter of 2023. This figure represents the largest demand share for foreign content, surpassing other notable producers of TV content such as Japan and South Korea.
Impressively, the demand for British shows in the U.S. has grown by 75% over the past three and a half years, outpacing the 65% growth rate for shows from other countries (including the U.
Recent data from Parrot Analytics reveals that British TV shows accounted for nearly 6% of the total demand for TV series in the U.S. during the third quarter of 2023. This figure represents the largest demand share for foreign content, surpassing other notable producers of TV content such as Japan and South Korea.
Impressively, the demand for British shows in the U.S. has grown by 75% over the past three and a half years, outpacing the 65% growth rate for shows from other countries (including the U.
- 11/17/2023
- by Daniel Quinaud
- The Wrap
British TV shows fetched a record £1.85B ($2.25B) in 2022-23, new stats reveal.
Sales to streamers boomed and finished tape deals came back into fashion to help exports grow 22% year-on-year, Pact’s UK TV Exports Report revealed.
Demand for shows such as The Ipcress Files, Frozen Planet II and This England built even as the international TV business faced a brutal economy, a battered TV ad market and major buyers withholding spend. Half of respondents said their business was impacted by the period of austerity and cost management at large U.S. companies.
For the first time, over half of programmes (53%) were sold to international streaming and VoD platforms, up from 39% last year. This could be connected to the growth in finished program sales, with streamers more likely to license as they pulled away from costlier original content spend.
Finished programmes accounted for 60% of sales, up by 11% to hit £1.11B,...
Sales to streamers boomed and finished tape deals came back into fashion to help exports grow 22% year-on-year, Pact’s UK TV Exports Report revealed.
Demand for shows such as The Ipcress Files, Frozen Planet II and This England built even as the international TV business faced a brutal economy, a battered TV ad market and major buyers withholding spend. Half of respondents said their business was impacted by the period of austerity and cost management at large U.S. companies.
For the first time, over half of programmes (53%) were sold to international streaming and VoD platforms, up from 39% last year. This could be connected to the growth in finished program sales, with streamers more likely to license as they pulled away from costlier original content spend.
Finished programmes accounted for 60% of sales, up by 11% to hit £1.11B,...
- 11/13/2023
- by Jesse Whittock
- Deadline Film + TV
The free streaming platform has made additions in key categories, including sports, kids and family and even Spanish-language channels.
The free streaming revolution is already well underway. A recent report from Samba TV found that one in three American streaming users are signed up for a free streaming service like The Roku Channel, and that number is sure to rise along with the costs of ad-free streaming.
Roku Channel has announced the addition of 17 new free streaming channels. Highlights include the Fox Sports channel, selections from NBCUniversal and PBS, and Spanish-language channels. The streamer has recently added an NFL content hub and other new features to encourage user engagement. Watch Now Tba roku.com What New Channels Are Available on The Roku Channel?
The 17 new additions announced by The Roku Channel this week span several genres, increasing the service’s reputation as being a one-stop source for free TV no matter what programming you enjoy.
The free streaming revolution is already well underway. A recent report from Samba TV found that one in three American streaming users are signed up for a free streaming service like The Roku Channel, and that number is sure to rise along with the costs of ad-free streaming.
Roku Channel has announced the addition of 17 new free streaming channels. Highlights include the Fox Sports channel, selections from NBCUniversal and PBS, and Spanish-language channels. The streamer has recently added an NFL content hub and other new features to encourage user engagement. Watch Now Tba roku.com What New Channels Are Available on The Roku Channel?
The 17 new additions announced by The Roku Channel this week span several genres, increasing the service’s reputation as being a one-stop source for free TV no matter what programming you enjoy.
- 10/26/2023
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
‘Top Gear’ Steers To Australia
Top Gear is returning to Australia for the first time in more than a decade. Paramount+ has ordered a local version of the British motoring series, which BBC Studios will produce. Hosts are music composer and car enthusiast Blair Joscelyne, Amazing Race Australia presenter Beau Ryan and actor Jonathan Lapaglia. “Top Gear Australia promises to deliver everything fans love about the show but with an Aussie twist,” said Daniel Monaghan, SVP Content & Programming, Paramount Australia & New Zealand. “We can’t wait for Jonathan, Beau and Blair to get behind the wheel of the world’s biggest car entertainment show.” Top Gear aired on Sbs in 2008-9 and then moved to Nine Network from 2010-12 before being canceled. The UK-originated format is produced in multiple territories and has been a big success around the world. The news comes, however, at a tricky time for UK Top Gear,...
Top Gear is returning to Australia for the first time in more than a decade. Paramount+ has ordered a local version of the British motoring series, which BBC Studios will produce. Hosts are music composer and car enthusiast Blair Joscelyne, Amazing Race Australia presenter Beau Ryan and actor Jonathan Lapaglia. “Top Gear Australia promises to deliver everything fans love about the show but with an Aussie twist,” said Daniel Monaghan, SVP Content & Programming, Paramount Australia & New Zealand. “We can’t wait for Jonathan, Beau and Blair to get behind the wheel of the world’s biggest car entertainment show.” Top Gear aired on Sbs in 2008-9 and then moved to Nine Network from 2010-12 before being canceled. The UK-originated format is produced in multiple territories and has been a big success around the world. The news comes, however, at a tricky time for UK Top Gear,...
- 10/24/2023
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
Baboon Gets Nuts
Baboon Animation and Tokyo and Los Angeles-based indie studio Custom Nuts are joining forces in a toon development pact that pools the companies’ writing and visual talent.
Custom Nuts founder Silas Hickey developed a number of hit Asian animated series, including “Chhota Bheem,” while serving as senior development director at Turner International, Asia Pacific.
Hickey and fellow Custom Nuts exec Matthew Howison signed the deal with Baboon CEO Mike de Seve at Mipcom.
“Silas and Matthew bring absolute top-class expertise, deep, first-hand experience in IPs from countries across Asia, and funny, funny cartoon comedy,” said de Seve.
“There are no better writers anywhere than Baboon,” added Hickey.
Baboon’s credits include more than 20 series that have been distributed globally, including “Angry Birds Toons,” “Gigantosaurus” and “Pocoyo.” The company boasts 31 Emmys collectively.
“Expect some extremely funny cartoons to come out of this partnership,” said Baboon head of series Joe Vitale.
Baboon Animation and Tokyo and Los Angeles-based indie studio Custom Nuts are joining forces in a toon development pact that pools the companies’ writing and visual talent.
Custom Nuts founder Silas Hickey developed a number of hit Asian animated series, including “Chhota Bheem,” while serving as senior development director at Turner International, Asia Pacific.
Hickey and fellow Custom Nuts exec Matthew Howison signed the deal with Baboon CEO Mike de Seve at Mipcom.
“Silas and Matthew bring absolute top-class expertise, deep, first-hand experience in IPs from countries across Asia, and funny, funny cartoon comedy,” said de Seve.
“There are no better writers anywhere than Baboon,” added Hickey.
Baboon’s credits include more than 20 series that have been distributed globally, including “Angry Birds Toons,” “Gigantosaurus” and “Pocoyo.” The company boasts 31 Emmys collectively.
“Expect some extremely funny cartoons to come out of this partnership,” said Baboon head of series Joe Vitale.
- 10/18/2023
- by Ed Meza
- Variety Film + TV
Andrew “Freddie” Flintoff has agreed a settlement with BBC Studios after he sustained serious facial injuries in an accident while filming Top Gear last year.
BBC Studios, the BBC’s commercial arm, confirmed the deal on Friday but did not disclose the value of the payout. The Sun reported that it is worth £9M ($11M) to Flintoff.
BBC Studios said: “BBC Studios has reached an agreement with Freddie that we believe supports his continued rehabilitation, return to work and future plans. We have sincerely apologised to Freddie and will continue to support him with his recovery.”
Flintoff was involved in a crash at Top Gear‘s test track at Dunsfold Park Aerodrome in Surrey on December 13, 2022. He was driving a three-wheeled open-top Morgan Super 3, which flipped over, causing facial injuries and broken ribs, according to reports.
The former England cricket star has since quit the BBC1 show, but has made...
BBC Studios, the BBC’s commercial arm, confirmed the deal on Friday but did not disclose the value of the payout. The Sun reported that it is worth £9M ($11M) to Flintoff.
BBC Studios said: “BBC Studios has reached an agreement with Freddie that we believe supports his continued rehabilitation, return to work and future plans. We have sincerely apologised to Freddie and will continue to support him with his recovery.”
Flintoff was involved in a crash at Top Gear‘s test track at Dunsfold Park Aerodrome in Surrey on December 13, 2022. He was driving a three-wheeled open-top Morgan Super 3, which flipped over, causing facial injuries and broken ribs, according to reports.
The former England cricket star has since quit the BBC1 show, but has made...
- 10/13/2023
- by Jake Kanter
- Deadline Film + TV
The BBC has been forced to deny reports that their long-running motoring show Top Gear has been cancelled, following health and safety concerns raised over a serious accident involving one of its presenters.
It was reported Friday that, 10 months after Freddie Flintoff suffered facial injuries and broken ribs in a crash at the show’s dedicated test track in Dunsfold, Surrey, southern England, the broadcaster had advised crew members to look elsewhere for work. The show is one of the BBC’s longest running and most successful.
This weekend, however, a spokesperson said: “A decision on the timing of future Top Gear shows will be made in due course with BBC Content.”
It is understood that an internal review into health and safety measures during production is ongoing.
Flintoff – popular former England cricket captain turned TV personality – was recently filmed speaking publicly for the first time since the crash. He...
It was reported Friday that, 10 months after Freddie Flintoff suffered facial injuries and broken ribs in a crash at the show’s dedicated test track in Dunsfold, Surrey, southern England, the broadcaster had advised crew members to look elsewhere for work. The show is one of the BBC’s longest running and most successful.
This weekend, however, a spokesperson said: “A decision on the timing of future Top Gear shows will be made in due course with BBC Content.”
It is understood that an internal review into health and safety measures during production is ongoing.
Flintoff – popular former England cricket captain turned TV personality – was recently filmed speaking publicly for the first time since the crash. He...
- 10/8/2023
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
NBCUniversal has promoted Rachel Smith to executive vice president of unscripted content, lifestyle and documentaries. Smith will helm the production of unscripted lifestyle, true crime, documentary and docuseries content development in addition to NBCU’s current programming across NBC, Bravo, E!, Oxygen True Crime, Syfy, Universal Kids, USA Network and Peacock.
Smith was serving in this role in an interim capacity before it was made permanent. Smith reports to Frances Berwick, chairman of NBCUniversal Entertainment.
“Rachel is an exceptional leader who has created many brand-defining original programs for NBCUniversal,” Berwick said. “Her expertise in storytelling and keen eye for intriguing personalities, arenas and trends, along with her deep relationships, make Rachel an excellent addition to our content leadership team.”
Prior to this role, Smith was executive vice president of unscripted development for all lifestyle, crime and documentary programming for NBC. Her work there has included “Casey Anthony: Where the Truth Lies,...
Smith was serving in this role in an interim capacity before it was made permanent. Smith reports to Frances Berwick, chairman of NBCUniversal Entertainment.
“Rachel is an exceptional leader who has created many brand-defining original programs for NBCUniversal,” Berwick said. “Her expertise in storytelling and keen eye for intriguing personalities, arenas and trends, along with her deep relationships, make Rachel an excellent addition to our content leadership team.”
Prior to this role, Smith was executive vice president of unscripted development for all lifestyle, crime and documentary programming for NBC. Her work there has included “Casey Anthony: Where the Truth Lies,...
- 9/28/2023
- by Jaden Thompson
- Variety Film + TV
NBCUniversal has promoted Rachel Smith to the role of executive vice president of unscripted content for the company’s lifestyle and documentaries unit.
Smith, who has been serving in the role on an interim basis since June following Rod Aissa’s exit, will oversee all unscripted lifestyle, true crime, documentary and docuseries content development and current programming across NBCU’s entertainment portfolio, including NBC, Bravo, E!, Oxygen True Crime, Syfy, Universal Kids, USA Network and Peacock.
She will report directly to NBCUniversal Entertainment chairman Frances Berwick.
“Rachel is an exceptional leader who has created many brand-defining original programs for NBCUniversal,” Berwick said in a statement. “Her expertise in storytelling and keen eye for intriguing personalities, arenas and trends, along with her deep relationships, make Rachel an excellent addition to our content leadership team.”
Prior to her interim role, Smith served as EVP of unscripted development, for all lifestyle, crime and...
Smith, who has been serving in the role on an interim basis since June following Rod Aissa’s exit, will oversee all unscripted lifestyle, true crime, documentary and docuseries content development and current programming across NBCU’s entertainment portfolio, including NBC, Bravo, E!, Oxygen True Crime, Syfy, Universal Kids, USA Network and Peacock.
She will report directly to NBCUniversal Entertainment chairman Frances Berwick.
“Rachel is an exceptional leader who has created many brand-defining original programs for NBCUniversal,” Berwick said in a statement. “Her expertise in storytelling and keen eye for intriguing personalities, arenas and trends, along with her deep relationships, make Rachel an excellent addition to our content leadership team.”
Prior to her interim role, Smith served as EVP of unscripted development, for all lifestyle, crime and...
- 9/28/2023
- by Lucas Manfredi
- The Wrap
Beloved actor Michael Gambon has passed away at the age of 82, it has been confirmed. Renowned for his performances both on screen and on stage, Gambon died peacefully following an illness. “We are devastated to announce the loss of Sir Michael Gambon,” reads a statement on behalf of his wife Lady Gambon and son Fergus, released via his publicist. “Beloved husband and father, Michael died peacefully in hospital with his wife Anne and son Fergus at his bedside, following a bout of pneumonia. Michael was 82. We ask that you respect our privacy at this painful time and thank you for your messages of support and love.”
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- 9/28/2023
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - Movies
The BFI London Film Festival will present five feature films and documentaries by UK-based filmmakers at its fourth annual Works-in-Progress showcase. Scroll down for the lineup.
The showcase, which forms part of the festival’s industry program, will be an in-person event at Picturehouse Central where filmmakers will screen extracts from their projects for an invited audience of international buyers and festival programmers.
The projects are either in production or post-production. An online package with the projects will also be available online for one week from October 7 through a secure platform to a wider pool of invited international industry professionals.
Last year, two projects from the 2021 in-progress lineup were screened during the Lff. The pics were Pretty Red Dress, written and directed by Dionne Edwards, and Medusa Deluxe, written and directed by Thomas Hardiman. This year, Girl written and directed by Adura Onashile, which premiered at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival and will screen at Lff,...
The showcase, which forms part of the festival’s industry program, will be an in-person event at Picturehouse Central where filmmakers will screen extracts from their projects for an invited audience of international buyers and festival programmers.
The projects are either in production or post-production. An online package with the projects will also be available online for one week from October 7 through a secure platform to a wider pool of invited international industry professionals.
Last year, two projects from the 2021 in-progress lineup were screened during the Lff. The pics were Pretty Red Dress, written and directed by Dionne Edwards, and Medusa Deluxe, written and directed by Thomas Hardiman. This year, Girl written and directed by Adura Onashile, which premiered at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival and will screen at Lff,...
- 9/26/2023
- by Zac Ntim
- Deadline Film + TV
Top Gear presenter Freddie Flintoff voiced his concerns about safety during filming on the same day as he was injured in a 130mph crash, The Sun newspaper reports.
Former England cricketer Flintoff was badly injured in December 2022 when his open-topped Morgan Super 3 car crashed while filming a segment for the longrunning BBC car show.
The Sun quotes an insider reporting:
“Freddie voiced his worries about the safety of the stunt on set on the day of the accident.
“He questioned whether or not it was Ok, given the vehicle and conditions on the track.
“He was apprehensive before he got behind the wheel and production staff at the track were aware of this.”
Filming was suspended on the 34th series of the show following the accident, and Flintoff has only recently been seen in public, with his facial injuries still visible. He also broke several ribs.
The future of the show,...
Former England cricketer Flintoff was badly injured in December 2022 when his open-topped Morgan Super 3 car crashed while filming a segment for the longrunning BBC car show.
The Sun quotes an insider reporting:
“Freddie voiced his worries about the safety of the stunt on set on the day of the accident.
“He questioned whether or not it was Ok, given the vehicle and conditions on the track.
“He was apprehensive before he got behind the wheel and production staff at the track were aware of this.”
Filming was suspended on the 34th series of the show following the accident, and Flintoff has only recently been seen in public, with his facial injuries still visible. He also broke several ribs.
The future of the show,...
- 9/24/2023
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
Top Gear may not be returning to BBC for its 34th season after all. The long-running auto series has likely been cancelled after one of the hosts, Freddie Flintoff, was involved in a crash while filming in December 2022. The accident was the result of a stunt that had gone wrong. Chris Harris and Paddy McGuinness also serve as hosts for the series.
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- 9/18/2023
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
The Mail on Sunday newspaper reports that Top Gear, in all likelihood, will not return to screens following a near-fatal crash involving one of its star presenters, Freddie Flintoff. Following the show being put “on hold” in March, the paper claims that the hit show’s production team has been dismantled.
This follows the departure of two key senior creatives from the team – editorial director Clare Pizey and development producer Chris Payne.
The newspaper reports that BBC sources have confirmed there are no plans to develop a fresh series, and plans to broadcast the most recent series 34 have been shelved.
Former England cricketing hero Flintoff received serious injuries to his face and ribs in a car accident back in December 2022. Although Flintoff returned to public life a fortnight ago – photographed practising with the English cricket team – his injuries remained visible, and questions about the BBC’s liability for the accident...
This follows the departure of two key senior creatives from the team – editorial director Clare Pizey and development producer Chris Payne.
The newspaper reports that BBC sources have confirmed there are no plans to develop a fresh series, and plans to broadcast the most recent series 34 have been shelved.
Former England cricketing hero Flintoff received serious injuries to his face and ribs in a car accident back in December 2022. Although Flintoff returned to public life a fortnight ago – photographed practising with the English cricket team – his injuries remained visible, and questions about the BBC’s liability for the accident...
- 9/17/2023
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
The free ad-supported TV (Fast) segment of the streaming world is growing at a…well, fast rate. One recent survey found that 33% of American streaming customers subscribe to a Fast service, and those numbers will only grow as the costs of ad-free streaming continue to rise.
Plex is one of the services that has benefited most from the rush of users to Fast platforms. Plex offers nearly 1,000 free streaming channels globally, with almost 750 available in the United States alone. From popular movies and TV to news and even sports-themed channels, Plex has something to fit every streaming appetite.
Watch Now $0+ / month plex.tv
Plex has seen impressive growth from its Fast segment in the past year. According to the company, it has experienced a 54% increase in Fast viewers when comparing the first half of 2023 to the first half of 2022. That increase in viewers has led to a 135% jump in minutes watched,...
Plex is one of the services that has benefited most from the rush of users to Fast platforms. Plex offers nearly 1,000 free streaming channels globally, with almost 750 available in the United States alone. From popular movies and TV to news and even sports-themed channels, Plex has something to fit every streaming appetite.
Watch Now $0+ / month plex.tv
Plex has seen impressive growth from its Fast segment in the past year. According to the company, it has experienced a 54% increase in Fast viewers when comparing the first half of 2023 to the first half of 2022. That increase in viewers has led to a 135% jump in minutes watched,...
- 9/15/2023
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
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