All UKTV articles – Page 39
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NewsUKTV buys BBCW’s global series
UKTV has acquired a raft of shows that were commissioned by BBC Worldwide for its international channels.
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NewsUKTV makes indie pledge in commissioning rethink
UKTV is pledging to provide a full response to indies’ pitches within two weeks of submission as part of a wide-ranging overhaul of commissioning.
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The Broadcast InterviewRichard Watsham, UKTV
UKTV is looking to shift its focus to entertainment and improving its indie relationships
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NewsDave prepares for World Cup 2014
Alex Brooker, Adrian Chiles and Gary Lineker are among the celebrities who will feature in a World Cup-themed list series ordered by UKTV.
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CommentWhy ITV has got it wrong over AFP
Brand partnerships are a two-way street - and can be richly rewarding, says UKTV’s Sally Quick
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RatingsOne to Believe in for Watch
Apparently, director JJ Abrams might be casting unknowns for his new Star Wars film.
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RatingsSums add up for Dave
There is a natural physical twitch in the legs of men of a certain age whenever they walk past a game of football in the park.
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NewsBroadcast opens International TV Forum
Key execs from BBC Worldwide, Shine, All3Media, Channel 5 and Sky will be speaking at Broadcast’s inaugural International TV Forum, which launches in June.
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RatingsBelieve opens well for Watch
Watch’s heavily-marketed Alfonso Cuarón drama Believe launched with a strong audience on Thursday, as MasterChef grew its ratings.
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UKTV snaps up JJ Abrams series Almost Human
UKTV has made its latest high-profile US acquisition, buying JJ Abrams’ sci-fi series Almost Human from the international sales arm of Hollywood studio Warner Bros.
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NewsUKTV draws up manifesto for indie relations
UKTV is launching a commissioning charter as it seeks to cement its position in the indie community.
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NewsUKTV appoints Watsham director of commissioning
Dynamo: Magician Impossible commissioner Richard Watsham has been appointed director of commissioning at UKTV following the departure of Jane Rogerson.
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NewsJane Rogerson exits UKTV
UKTV director of commissioning, Jane Rogerson is leaving the broadcaster after six and a half years.
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CommentTV beyond the inner circle
The barriers are breaking down in TV - just as they are in the world of magic, says Dynamo
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NewsDave reads more Crackanory
Dave is set for another batch of quirky storytelling after it recommissioned Tiger Aspect’s Crackanory.
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NewsUKTV relocates to eco-friendly HQ
UKTV is to move into eco-friendly headquarters designed by the company behind Google’s London base and Jay Z’s management offices.
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RatingsDave delivers with Dynamo
If you asked most people who Steven Frayne was, they’d probably stare blankly at you; if you said Dynamo, most would probably recall the magician.
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NewsAlan Davies to swap banter with Dave
QI regular Alan Davies will enjoy more witty banter on Dave after the UKTV broadcaster ordered a five-part chat show fronted by the comedian.
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NewsJamie Theakston returns to Forbidden History
UKTV is to bring back Jamie Theakston’s Forbidden History for a second series.
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NewsUKTV gets Cold Justice from Dick Wolf
UKTV has acquired two series of real-life crime series Cold Justice, which is produced by Law & Order creator Dick Wolf.