A new Escape to the Country channel will premiere in the UK as part of the global deal between producers Fremantle and Pluto TV.
The two have signed an agreement for the distribution of 25 FAST channels across 13 countries.
The expansion of Fremantle’s partnership with Pluto TV will see 24 of the company’s most popular FAST channels premiere in Canada, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Spain, Italy, San Marino, Demark, Norway, Finland, Sweden, the UK and the United States.
The deal also includes the launch of an all-new channel – Escape to the Country – in the UK, showcasing the hit factual entertainment show that sees families seeking the perfect home in the British countryside.
Fremantle’s deal with Pluto TV will also see the Three’s Company channel launch for the first time outside of the United States, starting with Canada in summer. The hit US sitcom that aired from 1977 to 1983 is based on the UK show Man About the House.
Laura Florence, SVP Global Fast Channels, Fremantle, said: “We are thrilled to be expanding our partnership with Pluto TV globally, extending Fremantle’s treasured IP to many new territories. Pluto TV’s state of the art platform provides a seamless streaming experience for viewers and makes it the perfect home for our channels. This is the next stage of our valued partnership with Pluto TV, as we continue to evolve our FAST strategy and content delivery for our global audience.”
Katrina Kowalski, Senior Vice President, International Content and Acquisitions for Pluto TV at Paramount, added: “We are beyond excited to expand, the Fremantle content offering on Pluto TV across international markets. Pluto TV’s mission to offer lean-back entertainment for fans around the world harnesses the spirit of content like Escape to the Country and Three’s Company, which are perfect for people to gather to watch from the comfort of their living rooms.”
The 25 channels also include Baywatch, Supermarket Sweep, Family Feud Classic, Let’s Make a Deal, The Price is Right: Bob Barker, The Price is Right: Drew Carey, Alarm Fur Cobra, Project Runway, Prisoner and Jamie Oliver.
