Nat Geo gets 10 part LWD
Thursday, 12. June 2008, 23:59:58
Nat Geo bags deal for Ewan McGregor series
National Geographic Channels International (NGCI) has secured global premiere rights outside the UK for 10-part doc series Long Way Down, featuring British actors Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman.
[SB - endemol] NGCI acquired the series, which is produced by Big Earth productions and Elixir Films, along with four extra hours of previously unreleased footage. The series is scheduled to air on both National Geographic Channel and Nat Geo Adventure later this month.
David Alexanian, Charley Boorman, Russ Malkin and Ewan McGregor are the exec producers for Big Earth productions and Elixir Films.
"Ewan and Charley spend three months pushing their physical and emotional abilities, experiencing life-changing moments in some of the world's most dynamic and complex countries," said Sydney Suissa, NGCI exec VP of content.
"Their unfiltered experiences perfectly complement the core values that viewers associate with our brand. Following their amazing journey is a tremendous opportunity for National Geographic Channel and Nat Geo Adventure."
Adam Benzine
12 Jun 2008
National Geographic Channels International (NGCI) has secured global premiere rights outside the UK for 10-part doc series Long Way Down, featuring British actors Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman.
[SB - endemol] NGCI acquired the series, which is produced by Big Earth productions and Elixir Films, along with four extra hours of previously unreleased footage. The series is scheduled to air on both National Geographic Channel and Nat Geo Adventure later this month.
David Alexanian, Charley Boorman, Russ Malkin and Ewan McGregor are the exec producers for Big Earth productions and Elixir Films.
"Ewan and Charley spend three months pushing their physical and emotional abilities, experiencing life-changing moments in some of the world's most dynamic and complex countries," said Sydney Suissa, NGCI exec VP of content.
"Their unfiltered experiences perfectly complement the core values that viewers associate with our brand. Following their amazing journey is a tremendous opportunity for National Geographic Channel and Nat Geo Adventure."
Adam Benzine
12 Jun 2008
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