The Seven Network announced the return of one of Australia’s longest running and most acclaimed television series, “This Is Your Life,” debuting on Channel 7 and 7plus later this year. The deal was negotiated with All3Media International after their acquisition of the DRG/NENT library.
Beloved across Australia for placing the spotlight on some of the nation’s most successful, admired and fascinating characters, “This Is Your Life” will return as a series of special events produced by ITV Studios Australia. The show celebrates one iconic Australian at a time, offering revealing insights, emotional reunions and never-before-seen footage from their closest colleagues, friends and family, including international names and stellar surprise performers.
“‘This Is Your Life’ was an iconic and incredibly successful show for many years. The time feels right for it to return. We can’t wait to bring the format into 2022, engaging both new viewers and the generations of Australians who remember the show fondly and will welcome its return,” said Angus Ross, Director of Network Programming at Seven.
“We are honoured to be producing the return of this nostalgic and warm-hearted format that is so well known to Australian television. It will be a true celebration, along with a few surprises, of our iconic Australians and much-loved personalities where everyone can come together to enjoy these special event nights on Channel 7. There has never been a better time to highlight great Australian's than right now,” added David Mott, CEO & Managing Director at ITV Studios Australia.
Lastly, Sabrina Duguet, EVP APAC for All3Media International, commented: “The appeal of ‘This Is Your Life’ is timeless and we’re delighted to now represent the Ralph Edwards Production show. The series has focused on the famous and everyday extraordinary people throughout its incarnation, in a refreshingly simple, honest manner to celebrate life and the positive impact lives have on each other. We are thrilled that Seven and ITV Studios Australia will be bringing the show to Australian audience this year”.