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AMC Networks sees Q2 losses despite streaming gains

AMC Networks has reported financial results for the second quarter ended June 30th. The company saw a $29.2 million (€26.7m) net loss compared to net income of $70.2 million in the same period last year. The results included a $68 million impairment charge against AMC’s international operations and $29 million against BBC America – its […]

August 9, 2024

Gallagher stepping down at AMC Networks

AMC Networks has announced that Jamie Gallagher, the company’s long-time General Counsel and EVP, will retire at the end of the year following more than 16 years of service. Throughout his tenure, Gallagher has been a cornerstone of the AMC Networks leadership team, guiding the company through significant chapters in its evolution, including taking the […]

July 31, 2024

AMC Networks greenlights Glatzer Silicon Valley drama

AMC Networks has greenlit an as yet untitled dramatic series from AMC Studios for AMC and AMC+ from writer and showrunner Jonathan Glatzer (Succession, Better Call Saul). The series is set inside the bubble of Silicon Valley, amid misguided corporate cultures, moony innovation labs and cutthroat private high schools. “Get ready for a captivating, enthralling, authentic […]

June 28, 2024

AudienceXpress hires Collins

AudienceXpress, the Comcast-owned ad buying platform, has named advertising and technology industry veteran Scott Collins as Head of US Commercial Sales and Operations. In this role, Collins will oversee all aspects of AudienceXpress’ US business, including management of advertising sales and revenue, business operations, and inventory optimisation. He will be based in New York and […]

June 13, 2024

AMC Networks Q1 revenues down 17%

AMC Networks has reported Q1 net revenues of $596 million (€552.3m), down 17 per cent from the prior year. Excluding nonrecurring revenues related to Apple TV+ series Silo and the sale of digital agency 25/7 Media, net revenues decreased 6 per cent. Streaming revenues stood at $145 million, an increase of 3 per cent on […]

May 13, 2024

Ruiz named MD, EVP of AMC Networks ISE

AMC Networks International has appointed Antonio Ruiz as new Managing Director and Executive Vice President of AMC Networks International Southern Europe. He will lead the management of all the company’s brands in Spain and Portugal and report directly to Eduardo Zulueta, President of AMC Networks International. Ruiz brings a wealth of experience from his previous […]

April 9, 2024

BBC News launches FAST channel in US

BBC Studios has partnered with AMC Networks to launch a BBC News FAST channel in the US. The 24-hour live news channel, offering content including BBC News America, Verified Live and BBC Documentaries, is available through Pluto TV, Samsung TV Plus, Plex, Xumo Play, VIZIO WatchFree+ and Sling Freestream. The BBC News channel will continue […]

March 14, 2024

AMC Networks upgrades HIDIVE

AMC Networks has announced that HIDIVE subscribers across the US, Canada and other international markets can now access an upgraded version of the anime-focused streaming service. The new HIDIVE website and apps feature a redesigned user interface, a simplified menu as well as enhancements to content discovery, user curation and playback options. This includes updated […]

March 8, 2024

Secrets of a Murder Detective coming to TRUE CRIME

TRUE CRIME, the #1 factual entertainment channel in the UK amongst women 16+[1], part of a joint venture owned by AMC Networks International – UK and Paramount Global, has announced the premiere of a new, expert-led true crime original series offering an insight into recent murder investigations. Secrets of a Murder Detective (10×60’) was produced […]

February 6, 2024

AMC Networks hires Mitchko in EVP role

AMC Networks announced has hired Stephanie Mitchko as the company’s Executive Vice President, Global Media Operations & Technology, reporting to AMC Networks CEO Kristin Dolan. In this new role at the company, Mitchko will provide strategic leadership across the company’s global technology and operations business including information technology, media and broadcast operations, content delivery, cybersecurity, […]

January 18, 2024