The deal also brings the DreamWorks Animation film catalogue to Viaplay and Viasat, including movies from the blockbuster ‘Shrek’, ‘Trolls’, ‘Kung Fu Panda’ and ‘Boss Baby’ franchises.
NBCUniversal is considering a $10-per-month fee for an ad-free version of its upcoming streaming service, and $4.99 for a version with limited advertising.
Jeff Shell, currently Chairman of NBCUniversal Film and Entertainment, is considered the leading contender to succeed Burke in the role. Another potential candidate is Mark Lazarus, Chairman of Broadcast, Cable, Sports and News.
The executive, who has spent the past eight years overseeing TV and film distribution at NBCUniversal, is moving over to the company's streaming service as President of Content Acquisition and Strategy.
The company is seeking about ten marketers as sponsors for the launch of its Peacock streaming service, with packages costing as much as $25 million, people familiar with the matter said.