Boat Rocker, an independent and integrated global entertainment company, announced an exclusive multi-year deal with The Weather Channel, America’s leading weather network and producer of thrilling original weather-based programming. This agreement allows Boat Rocker to distribute The Weather Channel’s extensive library of original content to global markets outside of the United States. The deal was brokered by Natalie Vinet for Boat Rocker and Nora Zimmett and Howard Sappington for Weather Group.
The deal includes over 400 hours of content across 18 series. Highlights include "Weather Gone Viral," which showcases incredible meteorological moments from around the globe; "Storm of Suspicion," blending high-stakes weather events with thrilling murder mysteries; and "Fast Home Rescue," where Tre and Cierra Boston help families rebuild after storm damage. Other titles, such as "The Earth Unlocked," "Deep Water Salvage," and "Prime Suspect Earth," dive into topics ranging from natural wonders shaped by extreme weather to marine salvage operations and the role of natural phenomena in historical mysteries.
Jon Rutherford, President of Global Rights, Franchise, and Content Strategy at Boat Rocker Studios, referred to the products in question: “In addition to being one of the most trusted and dependable brands in America, The Weather Channel has created an extraordinary collection of compelling storytelling that highlights the phenomenal impact of extreme weather on our lives and the planet. Weather affects everyone in some way, giving these remarkable shows immense global appeal. We are confident they will thrill and amaze audiences worldwide," commented.
Meanwhile, Byron Allen, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Allen Media Group, praised their partners: “We are excited to partner with Boat Rocker to expand the global reach of The Weather Channel’s content. These world-class original shows are exceptional, and we are highly confident they will resonate internationally because weather is a universal experience," stated.
The full portfolio represented by Boat Rocker includes a wide array of series, such as "Frozen Gold," "Deadline to Disaster," and "Weather Gone Viral," as well as unique programs like "Dead of Winter: The Donner Party" and "Fat Guys in the Woods."
This agreement further strengthens Boat Rocker’s expanding unscripted portfolio, which includes successful titles like "How I Got Here", "Secrets in the Dark", "The Truth About My Murder", "Secrets in the Ice", "Discovered by Disaster", and the critically acclaimed documentary "War Game".
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