Iain Coyle and Joe McVey open new comedy outfit with Nest Productions infrastructure and hires. With a focus on producing comedy and entertainment content for brands, influencers and traditional broadcast media, they will use their extensive network of contacts in the broadcast world to bring their expertise to a wide range of platforms.
As part of the deal, several new titles will premiere exclusively on Videoland, the biggest local streaming service in the Netherlands. Talpa Studios, the owner of the StukTV brand, will handle international distribution of these titles.
UKTV acquired UK premiere for second series of the Italian Riviera set historical drama on U and U&DRAMA. The first series will air in September, with series two following later in the year. The title will be available to stream for free on U.