Jenny Daly Launches Studio82
Former Critical Content executive Jenny Daly has founded Studio82, a new production company focused on both unscripted and scripted projects with creators and celebrities. The studio is partnering with Trusted Media Brand Studios, known for Reader’s Digest, to turn its intellectual property into series, and is developing multiple global IPs alongside veteran producers Sean Kelly and Steve Hughes. Studio82 is already in early-stage discussions with broadcast networks and premium streaming services, and plans to launch a dedicated business platform in early 2027. Daly, who previously built and sold T Group to Critical Content and later led A. Smith & Co., says the venture will let her steer her own ship and collaborate with top talent.
Farewell Note From the Publisher
World Screen, a leading publication covering the international television market, announced it will cease publishing today after four decades of operation. The decision was communicated by President and Publisher Ricardo Guise, who thanked staff, partners, and readers for their support....
BBC Develops North East Creative Cluster
The BBC has designated the North East as a key Creative Cluster, unveiling new commissions across drama, factual series and digital content. The eight‑part drama “The Northumbria Mysteries” starring Robson Green enters pre‑production, while a ten‑part adaptation of “The Secret Diary...
Mediawan Names New Sales & Co-Productions SVP for U.K. & Scandinavia
Mediawan has appointed former FOX executive Robyn Hurd as senior vice president of sales and co‑productions for the United Kingdom and Scandinavia. The hire is part of a broader reorganization that adds dedicated heads for acquisitions, documentary, French‑speaking territories, Europe‑MENA,...
VICE Studios Bolsters Leadership Team
VICE Studios announced a major leadership overhaul, adding Adam Kassan as executive vice president of scripted film and television and Cat Lawson as executive vice president of unscripted. Internally, Claire Marshall was promoted to head of international scripted, while Paul...
Crunchyroll Launches on Apple TV in the U.K.
Crunchyroll has launched a dedicated Apple TV app for the United Kingdom, allowing users to subscribe directly through the platform. The service grants access to roughly 50,000 anime episodes, alongside exclusive games and merchandise discounts. New releases such as season...
Digital I: Women 35-Plus Drive YouTube Micro-Drama Surge
Digital i’s 2025 study reveals that women aged 35‑44 and 45‑54 dominate YouTube micro‑drama consumption, accounting for 20.8% and 15.7% of streams respectively, far above their overall platform share. Male viewers, especially those 18‑24, are markedly under‑represented, contributing only 6%...
Fred Media Recruits Amazon MGM Alum
Fred Media has appointed Jamie I as its new sales manager for the Asia‑Pacific region, bringing over 20 years of distribution experience from her previous role as VP of Asia‑Pacific at Amazon MGM. She replaces long‑time representative Jimmy Elkington, who...
Future Today’s Platforms Reach 75 Million U.S. Households
Future Today’s free, ad‑supported streaming services Fawesome and HappyKids now reach over 75 million U.S. households, delivering more than 2 billion monthly impressions. The platforms together offer a catalog of 350,000 titles, with Fawesome’s average session time up 57 percent and viewers spending...
Plimsoll Productions to Strengthen Live Slate
Plimsoll Productions has appointed veteran executive producer Paul Wright to spearhead its live programming across adventure, factual entertainment, and natural history. Wright arrives fresh from Netflix’s high‑profile "Skyscraper Live with Alex Honnold," a technically demanding event that showcased Plimsoll’s production...
NextTrip Strengthens Global Media Leadership
NextTrip announced three senior appointments to accelerate its JOURNY travel network. Casey D’Ambra joins as VP of media and distribution, bringing experience from Brand USA and National Geographic. Assaf Blecher and Nir Haklili become managing directors of NextTrip Media, adding...
WBD Access & HBO Max Reveal Second Run of Script Engine
Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) Access and HBO Max have announced the second edition of the Script Engine writers’ program, in partnership with Series Mania Institute. The initiative, aimed at mid‑level screenwriters with ties to France, Spain, Italy and Germany, will accept applications from...
VicScreen Appoints Director of Content and Talent
Sacha Gregson has been appointed director of content and talent at VicScreen, commencing on April 7. She arrives with more than two decades of senior leadership experience at the ABC, most recently as head of production in its Screen division. In...
Regular Show Returns to Cartoon Network & HBO Max
Cartoon Network and HBO Max will premiere *Regular Show: The Lost Tapes*, a half‑hour reboot special, on May 11. The project is led by original creator JG Quintel, alongside executive producers Sean Szeles and Sam Register, and features a voice cast that...
Filmart & Entertainment Pulse Close After Welcoming 8,000 Attendees
Filmart and EntertainmentPulse concluded after four days, drawing roughly 8,000 industry professionals from 53 countries. The fairs hosted a record 790 exhibitors representing 38 nations, featuring an AI Hub with 19 workshops and a Producers Connect program that gathered over...