In the UK, kids' programming fuels two major daily viewing peaks—accounting for over 10% of linear TV viewership at 8 AM—and boosts total reach for platforms during low adult engagement hours.
Directed by Bizhan Tong, and Executive Produced by Richard Linklater, "Tape" follows three former high school friends whose seemingly casual reunion takes a dark and unexpected turn.
British executive Katie Breslau will join as Head of Acquisitions for the UK & Ireland, while Alessandro Volpato has been appointed to the same role for Italy.
New BBC Commissioning Report shows 81% of content produced in the UK with 61% regional spend, even as commissions from qualifying independent producers decline to 69% of original hours.