Tom Fussell has been appointed the CEO of BBC Studios, the BBC’s commercial production and distribution arm. He will also be a member of the BBC’s Executive Committee.
Pluto TV teams up with BBC Studios
The free streaming service Pluto TV has partnered with BBC Studios to bring three new channels to Germany, Switzerland, Austria (GSA), France and Spain.
Diederick Santer joins BritBox as Chief Creative Officer
BritBox International has appointed Diederick Santer to the new role of the SVOD service’s Chief Creative Officer.
BBC Studios Showcase to remain fully digital
BBC Studios has announced that following on from the success of the first ever virtual Showcase, the event next year will also be fully digital.
BBC Global News to become part of BBC Studios
BBC Global News Limited will come under the management of BBC Studios as the BBC looks to build its commercial income.
BBC launches North America streaming service
BBC Studios has debuted a new streaming service in the United States and Canada.
BBC Studios sets up production arm in Germany
BBC Studios will launch its own production company BBC Studios Germany on January 1, 2021, gaining an independent presence on the German market.
BBC Studios warns of “tight rein” on costs
BBC Studios has warned that the coronavirus pandemic will “significantly affect” its ability to deliver revenues in the coming year.
BBC Studios teams up with Tricolor
BBC Studios and Tricolor have entered into an agreement that will see content from BBC Studios Natural History Unit and leading independent UK production companies made available in 4K quality to TV audiences in Russia.
Fremantle, ITV Studios, BBC Studios pull out of MIPCOM 2020
A growing number of distributors and broadcasters is deciding against physical presence at MIPCOM 2020 in Cannes.