Monday, October 8, 2012

MIPCOM Update: Mark Burnett on Why He Hates Back-Stabbers; FX's 'The Americans' Wows; International Emmy Noms Announced

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October 8, 2012


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'Survivor' Producer Mark Burnett on Why He Can't Stand Back-Stabbers
The uber-producer may seek out treacherous people as characters for his hit reality TV shows, but he won't have them in his own workplace.

FX Drama 'The Americans' Wows Audiences
The new spy drama, starring Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys, left attendees enthralled by the fast-paced, well-acted and beautifully scored episode of 75 minutes.

40th International Emmy Nominees Announced
The I-Academy will present Special Founders Awards to television legends Alan Alda and Norman Lear.

Shine America's Ardaban, Leftfield Pictures Team on Reality Show 'Treasure House'
The series, which is being sold in the U.S. and overseas, centers on families competing to make money from items found in their houses.

ITV Pre-Sells Jeremy Piven Series 'Mr. Selfridge'
In the period drama, the "Entourage" star plays an American retail entrepreneur in early 20th century London.

Syfy Acquires Reality Show 'Opposite Worlds'
The 12 episodes program consist in twenty people mixed together in two opposing teams that live in two distinctly different worlds -- the past and the future.

Disney Launches Movie On-Demand Service in Portugal With Local Operator ZON
The subscription-based offering is the first of its kind for Disney in Europe.

Disney Launches Turkish Version of ‘Revenge,’ Mexican ‘Brothers & Sisters.’
Disney has had global success with local-language versions of such ABC hits as “Desperate Housewives” and “Grey’s Anatomy.”

Digital Deals Becoming Key Part of TV Producers' Business
FremantleMedia, the production arm of Bertelsmann's RTL Group, unveiled several digital initiatives at the market, including one with Michael Eisner's Vuguru.

Nine Networks takes 'The Taste'
The Australian broadcaster picks up ABC's new cooking competition show and secures local remake rights.

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