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71-year-old production giant also launches membership subscription
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ITN expands YouTube presence with archive channels
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/indies/itn-expands-youtube-presence-with-archive-channels/5217073.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779365005
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First-look deal covers projects from Curb Your Enthusiasm star and his production company
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Fox strikes unscripted pact with JB Smoove
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/broadcast-international/fox-strikes-unscripted-pact-with-jb-smoove/5217078.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779364972
4 days ago
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Having earned a reputation for innovation across more than 70 years in the business, the company is diversifying the offering at its Gray's Inn Rd London HQ
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ITN Post takes the next step
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/post-and-vfx/itn-post-takes-the-next-step/5217072.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779364995
4 days ago
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Series hails from The Investigation indie Miso Film
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BBC acquires Nordic crime drama The Uniform
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/bbc/bbc-acquires-nordic-crime-drama-the-uniform/5217054.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779364954
4 days ago
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Deal comes a decade after formation of London- and New York-based branded and digital indie
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Fremantle UK buys into Craft Films
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/fremantle/fremantle-uk-buys-into-craft-films/5217059.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779363872
4 days ago
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MIP AI Entertainment Forum to feature panels and marketplace at October get-together
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MIPCOM to put AI at centre of Cannes event
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/broadcast-international/mipcom-to-put-ai-at-centre-of-cannes-event/5217070.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779363858
4 days ago
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Just under 14,000 descended on Olympia London for 10th anniversary of UK's largest trade show for the industry
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MPTS celebrates record attendance
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/tech/mpts-celebrates-record-attendance/5217056.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779361720
4 days ago
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The Investigation of Lucy Letby firm also ups Chris Hackett
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ITN Productions names Chris Broughall head of international
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/indies/itn-productions-names-chris-broughall-head-of-international/5217055.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779358515
4 days ago
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Michael Harte and John Battsek talk editorial control, gaining trust and capturing the 'trials and tribulations' without 'dredging up trauma'
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Can’t get you out of my head: Kylie creatives on framing an icon
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/netflix/cant-get-you-out-of-my-head-kylie-creatives-on-framing-an-icon/5217049.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779358505
4 days ago
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PSB sees £3m drop in content spend as overall revenue tops £1bn for fifth consecutive year
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Channel 4 annual report: numbers in the spotlight
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/channel-4/channel-4-annual-report-numbers-in-the-spotlight/5217035.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779293982
5 days ago
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New DG tells staff he will build a 'sat nav around bias'
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Matt Brittin pushes for data to improve BBC impartiality
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/bbc/matt-brittin-pushes-for-data-to-improve-bbc-impartiality/5217008.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779293976
5 days ago
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Studio Ramsay docuseries on hunt for Michelin stars will return
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Apple TV renews Knife Edge for second series
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/commissioning/apple-tv-renews-knife-edge-for-second-series/5217042.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779293959
5 days ago
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Major hits and new formats to compete in annual event
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Broadcast Digital Awards 2026 shortlist unveiled
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/home/broadcast-digital-awards-2026-shortlist-unveiled/5216999.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779290805
5 days ago
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Alex Davies-Jones raises concerns over culture of 'using people as commodities'
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Former victims minister urges government inquiry into reality TV culture
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/channel-4/former-victims-minister-urges-government-inquiry-into-reality-tv-culture/5217002.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779287708
5 days ago
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Review will take a "second look" at rationale and context of decisions taken at the time
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Priya Dogra and Ian Katz tackle MAFS allegations
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/channel-4/priya-dogra-and-ian-katz-tackle-mafs-allegations/5217019.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779287315
5 days ago
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Internal and external candidates going head-to-head
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Two-horse race for BBC head of docs
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/bbc/two-horse-race-for-bbc-head-of-docs/5217016.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779287303
5 days ago
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Move follows on Sister investment in digital-first company
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After Party Studios appoints We Are Social exec to lead production
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/indies/after-party-studios-appoints-we-are-social-exec-to-lead-production/5217007.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779280414
5 days ago
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Work will include assessing spending levels in distinct genres
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Priya Dogra offers insight into comprehensive review of C4
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/channel-4/priya-dogra-offers-insight-into-comprehensive-review-of-c4/5217026.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779278922
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BBC Studios lands rights to pre-school brand
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Sky Kids orders second series of My Friend Maisy
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/sky/sky-kids-orders-second-series-of-my-friend-maisy/5216987.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779264957
5 days ago
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California lifeguard series returns more than two decades after original drama ended
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Sky buys Baywatch reboot for UK & Ireland
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/broadcast-international/sky-buys-baywatch-reboot-for-uk-and-ireland/5216966.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779206832
6 days ago
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Emma Willis, Johannes Radebe and Josh Widdicombe to lead BBC1 juggernaut
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Strictly presenting trio revealed
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/bbc/strictly-presenting-trio-revealed/5216985.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779206340
6 days ago
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Mark Pougatch, Laura Woods and Semra Hunter will lead ITV's FIFA World Cup 2026 coverage from Brooklyn, New York
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ITV reveals World Cup 2026 presenting team and coverage plans
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/broadcasting/itv-reveals-world-cup-2026-presenting-team-and-coverage-plans/5216968.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779198906
6 days ago
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Super-indie hands DE&I strategy to local HR teams as Babita Bahal exits
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Fremantle group head of creative inclusion departs
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/fremantle/fremantle-group-head-of-creative-inclusion-departs/5216970.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779196961
6 days ago
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Managing director leaves after 12 years with Fremantle label
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Naked boss Tom O’Brien to step down
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/fremantle/naked-boss-tom-obrien-to-step-down/5216973.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779195203
6 days ago
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Berlin Olympics and Space Race the latest subjects covered by indie's 'In Colour' series
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Channel 4 buys Woodcut Media colourised history docs pair
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/channel-4/channel-4-buys-woodcut-media-colourised-history-docs-pair/5216957.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779189706
6 days ago
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Acquisition comes three years after launch of Alex Baskin-founded production company
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SPT buys Real Housewives firm 32 Flavors
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/broadcast-international/spt-buys-real-housewives-firm-32-flavors/5216958.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779185061
6 days ago
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NHU producer was longtime Attenborough collaborator
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Wildlife filmmaker Mike Salisbury dies aged 84
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/people/wildlife-filmmaker-mike-salisbury-dies-aged-84/5216954.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779183998
6 days ago
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Siân O'Callaghan leads trio of senior appointments at ITV Studios label
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BBC Studios exec named Boom managing director
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/itv-studios/bbc-studios-exec-named-boom-managing-director/5216952.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779183673
6 days ago
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Law firm Clyde & Co and former BBC1 controller Lorraine Heggessey will lead two-headed review
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C4 pulls Married at First Sight UK while welfare protocols are reviewed
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/broadcasters/c4-pulls-married-at-first-sight-uk-while-welfare-protocols-are-reviewed/5216943.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779126406
7 days ago
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Writer on how Channel 4 series explores relationships from more mature perspective and positive portrayal of the Catholic Church
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‘It hit me over the head with a brick’ - how Jack Thorne’s own love story inspired debut romance Falling
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/channel-4/it-hit-me-over-the-head-with-a-brick-how-jack-thornes-own-love-story-inspired-debut-romance-falling/5216400.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779124166
7 days ago
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A new drama from Jack Thorne and an exploration into the life of an Australian global superstar are among the programmes to look out for
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Shows in the spotlight: w/c 18 May
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/broadcasters/shows-in-the-spotlight-w/c-18-may/5216889.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779118296
7 days ago
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Shifting buyer demands are pushing America's major TV sales event in a new direction
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How LA Screenings reflects the industry it serves
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/broadcast-international/how-la-screenings-reflects-the-industry-it-serves/5216875.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779109940
7 days ago
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Bryony Hopkins sets up BRYONY ink
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Flight Story and Strong Watch alum launches creator economy consultancy
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/people/flight-story-and-strong-watch-alum-launches-creator-economy-consultancy/5216867.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779107116
7 days ago
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SUNDAY: Cosy crime caper drops 500,000 viewers
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Quiet return for Death Valley
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/ratings/quiet-return-for-death-valley/5216887.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779106770
7 days ago
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Format will see creators connect with unknown family members
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Acclaimed Content lands Channel 4.0 ancestry series
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/channel-4/acclaimed-content-lands-channel-40-ancestry-series/5216868.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779103539
7 days ago
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New DG tells staff they must test ideas with speed
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Matt Brittin sets out need for BBC to ‘experiment more bravely’
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/bbc/matt-brittin-sets-out-need-for-bbc-to-experiment-more-bravely/5216881.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779100642
7 days ago
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BBC1 investigation will air tonight at 8pm
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Panorama to air sexual assault investigation into Channel 4 hit MAFS UK
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/channel-4/panorama-to-air-sexual-assault-investigation-into-channel-4-hit-mafs-uk/5216874.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779098963
7 days ago
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New Pictures detective drama to continue on Acorn TV with first entirely original story
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Dalgliesh secures fourth series as 5 bows out
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/channel-5/dalgliesh-secures-fourth-series-as-5-bows-out/5216863.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1779095551
7 days ago
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Chocolate Wars to start filming in Birmingham this summer
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UKTV, BritBox and Sony bite into Cadbury drama
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/uktv/uktv-britbox-and-sony-bite-into-cadbury-drama/5216736.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1778857201
10 days ago
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Factual drama hails from The Newsreader indie Werner Film Productions
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BBC picks up Aussie tennis series Goolagong
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/bbc/bbc-picks-up-aussie-tennis-series-goolagong/5216739.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1778857187
10 days ago
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US streamer picks up exclusive rights to series between 2005 and 2022
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AMC+ strikes Doctor Who deal with BBC Studios
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/broadcast-international/amc-strikes-doctor-who-deal-with-bbc-studios/5216750.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1778851927
10 days ago
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Jon Farrar will expand remit to oversee BBC Select and DTC
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BritBox programming head upped at BBCS
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/bbc-studios/britbox-programming-head-upped-at-bbcs/5216733.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1778847459
10 days ago
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RATINGS: 5's period drama opens short of Eurovision and Long Lost Family
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The Hardacres returns behind first series
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/ratings/the-hardacres-returns-behind-first-series/5216743.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1778845111
10 days ago
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'People think if you can hear an audience laugh, it is in the past', comic says
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Lee Mack rails against snobbery towards studio sitcoms
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/comedy/lee-mack-rails-against-snobbery-towards-studio-sitcoms/5216716.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1778842390
10 days ago
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Journalist and former cabinet minister calls on channels to protect deep-dive factual content
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Michael Gove: broadcasters must make ‘more effort’ to engage news viewers
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/news/michael-gove-broadcasters-must-make-more-effort-to-engage-news-viewers/5216732.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1778840492
10 days ago
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Below The Radar TV to produce BBC daytime series
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Stacey Dooley leads UK-wide litter pick
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/bbc/stacey-dooley-leads-uk-wide-litter-pick/5216730.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1778835919
10 days ago
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Regulator launches consultation on standards for 'Tier 1' VoD platforms
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Ofcom unveils draft code for streamer regulation
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/svod/ofcom-unveils-draft-code-for-streamer-regulation/5216688.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1778770237
11 days ago
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BBC comedy director suggests Mackenzie Crook series benefitted from protracted funding search
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Jon Petrie: it’s good Small Prophets didn’t get an American backer
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/comedy/jon-petrie-its-good-small-prophets-didnt-get-an-american-backer/5216689.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1778769921
11 days ago
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Matt Charman's high-stakes thriller scores second run with Izuka Hoyle returning
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Prisoner renewed at Sky
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/sky/prisoner-renewed-at-sky/5216701.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1778769904
11 days ago
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Avalon to celebrate landmark for Lee Mack comedy
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BBC orders Not Going Out 20th anniversary doc
https://www.broadcastnow.co.uk/bbc/bbc-orders-not-going-out-20th-anniversary-doc/5216664.article?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1778752210
11 days ago
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