Twofour, a UK-based production company, has recently announced some significant changes to its senior management team. Karen Hudson, known for her work on hit shows such as 007: Road to a Million and The Grand Tour, has been appointed as the new Head of Production. Dan Gray, who has previously worked on successful reality shows like The Circle and UK versions of The Real Housewives franchise, will now serve as the Executive Producer of Reality and Entertainment. Additionally, Creative Director David Clews has been promoted to Chief Creative Director, and Nic Patten has stepped up to the role of Creative Director. Shireen Abbott has also been promoted to Director of Production and Operations. These changes reflect Twofour’s commitment to delivering high-quality content and driving innovation in the industry.
Cineflix Rights, a leading UK-based distributor, has secured the rights to a range of new shows ahead of the final MIPTV event. One of the most anticipated acquisitions is a single documentary about the life and death of grunge icon Kurt Cobain, titled Moments That Shook Music: Kurt Cobain. This documentary promises to provide an in-depth look at the events surrounding Cobain’s tragic passing in 1994. In addition to this, Cineflix will also be selling other exciting titles such as Ramses the Great: King of Ancient Egypt, Little Sapiens, Girl in the Video, and Crimes of Fashion: Killer Clutch. These diverse shows highlight Cineflix’s commitment to offering a wide variety of content to audiences around the world.
France’s APC Studios has announced the appointment of Julie Mateille as its new Head of International Sales. With a wealth of experience in the industry, including roles at All3Media International and Paramount Global, Mateille is well-equipped to lead both the APC Studios and APC Kids sales teams. Her expertise in content distribution and partnerships will be invaluable as APC continues to expand its global reach. Mateille’s appointment comes at an exciting time for APC Studios, as they prepare to showcase their latest projects at the upcoming MIPTV event. With a strong track record of success, APC Studios is poised to make a big impact in the world of television production and distribution.
ITV, one of the UK’s leading television networks, has announced plans to produce a UK version of the hit Belgian gameshow “99 To Beat.” Produced by Initial, the show features 100 players competing in a series of quirky and entertaining games with one simple rule: “Don’t come last.” After each round, one player is eliminated, leading to a tense and exciting finale where the last person standing takes home the top prize. The show has already found success in countries like Belgium, The Netherlands, and Germany, and ITV is eager to bring this thrilling format to British audiences. With its unique premise and engaging gameplay, “99 To Beat” is sure to captivate viewers and become a standout hit in the UK television landscape.