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Rabbit International's “Endangered Species Aotearoa” was a ratings hit on New Zealand's TVNZ1 17 JUN 2025

Distribution

Rabbit International's “Endangered Species Aotearoa” was a ratings hit on New Zealand's TVNZ1

The 6x60’ factual series averaged 241,000 viewers per episode, reached over 1 million New Zealanders with a 21.6% share, and increased its 25–54 demographic by 2% over Season 1, with 59.5% of its audience made up of female viewers.
UK's Pact CEO John McVay to step down after 25 years of industry leadership 17 JUN 2025

Corporate Moves

UK's Pact CEO John McVay to step down after 25 years of industry leadership

Under McVay’s tenure, the UK’s independent production sector grew into a £3.6 billion industry, bolstered by key legislative wins, tax incentives, and the creation of the COVID-era Production Restart Scheme.
British actress Dawn French joins "Tales from Outer Suburbia" animated project 17 JUN 2025

Kids & Animation

British actress Dawn French joins "Tales from Outer Suburbia" animated project

Produced by Highly Spirited and Flying Bark and distributed by ACTF, the series, adapted from Shaun Tan’s bestselling, will air on the ABC in Australia and BYUtv in the USA.
Global Production rebounds in May as scripted content drives growth 16 JUN 2025

Markets

Global Production rebounds in May as scripted content drives growth

Film and TV output rose 20% month-over-month, led by 34% growth in the Americas and 29% in EMEA, with over 750 active projects and Netflix topping the list of global commissioners.
BBC releases first look and announce further casting for "The Cage" 16 JUN 2025

Production

BBC releases first look and announce further casting for "The Cage"

"The Cage" is a high-stakes, high energy crime story set within the world of a Liverpool Casino with two unforgettable characters at its heart.  Global sales will be handled by Fremantle.