FilmRise, the New York City-based film and television studio and streaming network, has acquired the exclusive digital distribution rights to the critically acclaimed sci-fi series “Continuum” from Canadian producer Thunderbird Entertainment Group Inc. (“Thunderbird Entertainment”). FilmRise will distribute the entire series digitally in the U.S. and Canada.
Jonitha Keymoore, Head of Content for FilmRise referred to the strategy: “We are delighted to present this critically acclaimed series for streaming in the U.S. and Canada. Following its departure from Netflix, devoted fans have been eager to access the cult favorite title online. FilmRise is thrilled to be able to make the series accessible to a wide audience," stated.
“Continuum” is a Canadian science fiction television series that follows Detective Kiera Cameron (Rachel Nichols), a cop from the year 2077 who, along with a group of deadly criminals called Liber8, become trapped in present-day Vancouver. Cameron needs to stop Liber8 before it can take down the corporations that will one day rule the world, thus altering the course of the future and changing the 2077 that Cameron calls home. The 4-season series is comprised of 42 episodes, 60 minutes each.
Richard Goldsmith, President of Global Distribution and Consumer Products at Thunderbird Entertainment: “‘Continuum’ holds a special place in the hearts of dedicated sci-fi enthusiasts and our goal is to both satisfy the existing loyal fan base and captivate new fans with this celebrated series. We are excited that FilmRise will be distributing the series extensively in North America," noted.
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