The deal includes an initial 14 hours of content that will be exclusive to NTV in Germany, including two new series currently in production at Big Media: "Has#tag Homicide" and "Breaking News/Decoded."
Other potential changes include allowing the BBC to introduce advertising, implementing a separate tax on streaming platforms, or requiring BBC radio listeners to contribute financially.
The lineup spans mystery, paranormal, nature, wildlife, and lifestyle genres. Blue Ant Studios will handle global pre-sales and licensing opportunities for all titles.
Melissa Wohl is being promoted to EVP, Global Distribution Partnerships and Sales and Daniel Gagliardi is being promoted to EVP, Global Streaming Distribution and Strategy.
The new series consist of six self-contained episodes, each featuring a well-known personality from the worlds of culture, sports, politics and business.