SPI/FilmBox and Telekom Romania have signed a channel distribution agreement to launch Timeless Drama Channel (TDC), DocuBox and FightBox from the SPI/FilmBox portfolio

SPI/FilmBox announces that Telekom Romania subscribers will now have access to Timeless Drama Channel (TDC), one of the fastest-growing drama genre channels in the world, and two additional thematic channels from the SPI/FilmBox portfolio. TDC, DocuBox and FightBox will be available in the basic package across all of Telekom Romania’s distribution networks.   

“We are excited to launch three of our most riveting channels on Telekom Romania, one of the biggest players in the region. We pride ourselves on providing high-quality programming across all genres on our channels, and we are confident that Telekom Romania subscribers will thoroughly enjoy TDC, DocuBox and FightBox,” said Tamas Fülöp, Regional Director of Operations at SPI International.

SPI/FilmBox’s premium Turkish drama channel TDC has been rapidly soaring to success across the globe since its launch in April 2019. The channel now reaches 5 million homes in 14 countries and plans to double its market penetration in 2020.

Created in partnership with Ay Yapim, TDC offers over 600 hours of fresh content including nine globally acclaimed Turkish TV series: Karadayi, Black Money Love, 20 Minutes, Kurt Seyit & Shura, Moms and Mothers, Red Scarf, Five Brothers, The End and The 8th Day. The channel also brings to the forefront some of Turkey’s most talented actors and actresses such as Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ, Bergüzar Korel, Farah Zeynep Abdullah, Kenan İmirzalıoğlu and Tuba Büyüküstün.

“We are happy that our customers will have access to new, exciting, internationally awarded content, through TDC, DocuBox and FightBox channels, newly introduced in Telekom Romania’s TV grid. Our partnership with SPI International is a new step in our efforts to respond to the needs and requirements of the Romanians in terms of preferred TV content and we look forward to developing this partnership” said Andreas Elsner, Chief Commercial Officer, Residential Segment, Telekom Romania.

Through this deal, Telekom Romania subscribers will enjoy 3 of SPI/FilmBox’s unique thematic channels: TDC, the first global Turkish drama channel; FightBox which delivers electrifying combat sports live events and multi-discipline mixed martial arts coverage from all over the world, and DocuBox which offers a collection of award-winning documentaries about different cultures and the wonders of our world.

All of the channels will be available to Telekom Romania subscribers in the basic package  through DTH, IPTV and DVBC technologies.

About SPI International

SPI International is a global media company operating 40 television channels on six continents. FilmBox being its flagship channel, SPI is one of the biggest aggregators of native Ultra HD content in the world. Working with over 1,400 operators worldwide, SPI uses state of the art technology providing its 60 million subscribers with access to SPI’s linear and on-demand content including live streaming of UHD programming and FilmBox channels on any Internet-connected device via major global streaming media players as well as local OTT providers. SPI recently added to its portfolio Film1 premium movie services in the Netherlands, including four movie channels and digital services.

For over 25 years, SPI International has been a leading distributor of theatrical films and television programming in the international market. SPI’s solid alliances with major license suppliers provide compelling content, with strong recognition and high demand. 

About Telekom Romania

Telekom Romania is a dynamic brand, offering fixed and mobile innovative communication services to a broad customer community.

Our solutions open a world of infinite opportunities to share the beauty of life together with our families, friends, partners, colleagues and citizens around us. Our mission is to enrich people’s lives, by offering them fixed and mobile integrated services, latest technologies like 4G, optical fibre, as well as Internet TV which brings users a new entertainment experience, with access to exclusive and quality content, on all screens, and advanced interactive features. Telekom Romania is the trusted partner for companies, providing them with complete communications and IT&C solutions. Our network is bringing together people, machines and content, connecting them for a better, safer, simpler future.

Telekom Romania is present in the Romanian market since 2014, after the joint rebranding of Romtelecom and COSMOTE Romania.

Telekom is a brand pertaining to Deutsche Telekom, one of the world’s leading integrated telecommunications companies.

SPI/FilmBox and A1 Broadcasting inked a channel distribution deal to broadcast Timeless Drama Channel (TDC) in Croatia and Macedonia. Since its launch in April 2019, TDC has been rapidly increasing its presence across the globe. The channel is now available in 12 countries through 14 operators reaching over 3 million homes  

SPI/FilmBox announced that A1 Broadcasting subscribers in Croatia and Macedonia will now have access toTimeless Drama Channel (TDC), one of the best drama genre channels in the world, with hundreds of hours of riveting content from major Turkish producers.

“We are delighted to announce the launch of the first global Turkish drama channel, Timeless Drama Channel, in Macedonia and Croatia with A1 Broadcasting. Turkish dramas are wildly popular across the globe due to the universal themes and values that they represent. We are confident that drama genre lovers in Croatia and Macedonia will thoroughly enjoy the award-winning series on this channel,” said Murat Muratoğlu, Head of DistributionatSPI International.  

Timeless Drama Channel (TDC) is SPI/FilmBox’s premium Turkish drama channel and it has become one of the fastest-growing drama genre channels since its launch. TDC now reaches over 3 million homes in 12 countries through 14 operators with plans to double its market penetration in 2020. 

Created in partnership with Ay Yapım, the channel offers over 600 hours of fresh content including nine globally acclaimed Turkish TV series: Karadayi, Black Money Love, 20 Minutes, Kurt Seyit & Shura, Moms and Mothers, Red Scarf, Five Brothers, The End and The 8th Day. The channel also brings to the forefront some of Turkey’s most talented actors and actresses such as International Emmy Award nominee Engin Akyürek, Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ, Bergüzar Korel, Farah Zeynep Abdullah, Kenan İmirzalıoğlu and Tuba Büyüküstün.

About SPI International
SPI International is a global media company operating 40 television channels on six continents. FilmBox being its flagship channel, SPI is one of the biggest aggregators of native Ultra HD content in the world. Working with over 1,400 operators worldwide, SPI uses state of the art technology providing its 60 million subscribers with access to SPI’s linear and on-demand content including live streaming of UHD programming and FilmBox channels on any Internet-connected device via major global streaming media players as well as local OTT providers. SPI recently added to its portfolio Film1 premium movie services in the Netherlands, including four movie channels and digital services.

For over 25 years, SPI International has been a leading distributor of theatrical films and television programming in the international market. SPI’s solid alliances with major license suppliers provide compelling content, with strong recognition and high demand. www.spiintl.com

SPI International’s Timeless Drama Channel (TDC), has so far launched in 12 countries with 14 operators and it is reaching 2.5 million homes in just six months. Timeless Drama Channel is among the top 25 channels on platforms where it’s available. TDC plans to double its market penetration in 2020 with more launches to be disclosed soon.   

SPI International announced the worldwide launch of the first global Turkish drama channel, Timeless Drama Channel (TDC) during last year’s MIPCOM. Since then, the channel has been rapidly soaring to success, signifying a profound international affinity towards Turkish dramas. TDC brings over 600 hours of fresh content including critically-acclaimed Turkish dramas and movies to 2.5 million homes in 12 countries through 14 operators. One of the fastest-growing drama genre channels in the world, TDC has managed to land a place among the top 25 most-watched channels on platforms where it’s available. The channel plans to double its reach across the globe in 2020.

Since its launch, TDC has secured distribution agreements with 14 international operators, establishing a major presence in the Adriatic, Balkan and MENA regions. Some of the operators that carry TDC in these territories include: Kujtesa and Ipko in Kosovo, Digit-Alb in Albania, A1 Croatia, A1 Macedonia, My-HD and Ooredoo Qatar in MENA, Telekom Srbija and UPC Romania. TDC also continues to expand its footprint across Western Europe through a recent deal with Post in Luxembourg.

 “Turkish dramas are highly capable of connecting drama genre lovers from all over the world because they evoke an array of emotions in us that are able to cross cultural boundaries,” said Berk Uziyel, CEO of SPI International. “The global success of TDC stems from the fact that, this platform brings together hundreds of hours of high-quality Turkish broadcast content that resonates well with our international audience. We are proud to witness this exciting journey of Timeless Drama Channel and we are confident that it will continue to grow its presence around the world in the coming years,” continued Uziyel.

Timeless Drama Channel was created in partnership with Ay Yapim, one of Turkey’s top producers and creator of many award-winning Turkish TV series. The channel currently offers over 600 hours of fresh content including nine globally acclaimed Turkish TV series: Karadayi, Black Money Love, 20 Minutes, Kurt Seyit & Shura, Moms and Mothers, Red Scarf, Five Brothers, The End and The 8th Day. The channel also brings to the forefront some of Turkey’s most talented actors and actresses such as International Emmy Award nominee Engin Akyürek, Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ, Bergüzar Korel, Farah Zeynep Abdullah, Kenan İmirzalıoğlu and Tuba Büyüküstün.

About SPI International

SPI International is a global media company operating 40 television channels on six continents. FilmBox being its flagship channel, SPI is one of the biggest aggregators of native Ultra HD content in the world. Working with over 1,400 operators worldwide, SPI uses state of the art technology providing its 60 million subscribers with access to SPI’s linear and on demand content including live streaming of UHD programming and FilmBox channels on any Internet-connected device via major global streaming media players as well as local OTT providers. SPI recently added to its portfolio Film1 premium movie services in the Netherlands, including four movie channels and digital services.

For over 25 years, SPI International has been a leading distributor of theatrical films and television programming in the international market. SPI’s solid alliances with major license suppliers provide compelling content, with strong recognition and high demand. www.spiintl.com

SPI/FilmBox Enters into a Strategic Alliance with Telekom Srbija Group to Distribute Timeless Drama Channel and 6 Additional Channels

SPI/FilmBox announces that it has expanded its partnership with Telekom Srbija Group, the largest internet and cable television provider in Serbia. Timeless Drama Channel, along with 6 additional channels and digital services from SPI/FilmBox’s portfolio will be offered to Telekom Srbija subscribers through a three-year extension deal

SPI/FilmBox announced their newly broadened partnership with Telekom Srbija Group will include an additional 7 channels: Timeless Drama Channel, Fast&FunBox, FashionBox, Erox, Eroxxx, FightBox, and 360 TuneBox.    

“Our first agreement with Telekom Srbija Group was a success from the very beginning. I’m pleased to announce that we have renewed and greatly expanded this partnership” said Murat Muratoğlu, Head of Distribution at SPI International. “This August, we are proudly launching our much-loved Timeless Drama Channel and 6 new SPI/FilmBox channels on Telekom Srbija Group. mts TV, Supernova and m:SAT TV subscribers in Serbia, Montenegro, and Bosnia and Herzegovina will now be able to enjoy, in total, 13 of our most popular global channels,” continued Muratoğlu.

Subscribers will now have access to SPI/FilmBox’s most riveting and globally-renowned channels, including Timeless Drama Channel (TDC), the first global Turkish Drama channel. TDC is SPI/FilmBox’s premium drama channel and it has become one of the fastest-growing drama genre channels in the world since its launch. The channel offers over 600 hours of fresh content including nine globally acclaimed Turkish TV series: Karadayi, Black Money Love, 20 Minutes, Kurt Seyit & Shura, Moms and Mothers, Red Scarf, Five Brothers, The End and The 8th Day. TDC will be offered with Serbian subtitles.

‘’Almost every day we are increasing the multimedia content offer for our users, both by producing our own, exclusive content and by cooperating with renowned global distributors. We believe that the offer of our partner SPI International, will attract many mts TV users, since it is high-quality TV content“, said Marijana Vukašinović, Head of the Multimedia Content Department at Telekom Srbija.

Through this deal, mts TV, Supernova and m:SAT TV subscribers will now enjoy a total of 13 SPI/FilmBox channels. Some of the channels included are: FightBox which delivers electrifying combat sports live events and multi-discipline mixed martial arts coverage from all over the world; Fast&FunBox  which broadcasts high-octane, adrenaline sports programming; DocuBox  which offers a collection of award-winning documentaries about different cultures and the wonders of our world; Gametoon  which is dedicated to gaming content created by gamers for gamers; FashionBox which provides highly entertaining content on fashion trends and all things style and; 360 TuneBoxwhich presents new music by today’s emerging artists every week.

The complete list of SPI/FilmBox channels available on Telekom Srbija Group include:  FilmBox Premium, FilmBox Plus, FilmBox Extra, Timeless Drama Channel, FilmBox Arthouse, Gametoon, DocuBox, Fast&FunBox, Erox, Eroxx, FashionBox, FightBox, and 360 TuneBox.

About SPI International

SPI International is a global media company operating 40 television channels on six continents. FilmBox being its flagship channel, SPI is one of the biggest aggregators of native Ultra HD content in the world. Working with over 1,400 operators worldwide, SPI uses state of the art technology providing its 55 million subscribers with access to SPI’s linear and on-demand content including live streaming of UHD programming and FilmBox channels on any Internet-connected device via major global streaming media players as well as local OTT providers. SPI recently added to its portfolio Film1 premium movie services in the Netherlands, including four movie channels and digital services.

For over 25 years, SPI International has been a leading distributor of theatrical films and television programming in the international market. SPI’s solid alliances with major license suppliers provide compelling content, with strong recognition and high demand. www.spiintl.com

 

About Telekom Srbija

The Telekom Srbija Company is a leader in the telecommunications market in Serbia and allows its customers a unique and integrated customer experience. Operating in Serbia under the mts brand, the company provides services from the sphere of mobile and fixed telephony, multimedia services and Internet. Thanks to the introduction of new services and the implementation of cutting edge technologies, the company tries to enable global connectivity and enrich people’s lives by creating conditions for excellent communication.

By continued investment in further development and modernization of the telecommunications infrastructure, network and services, the company can successfully respond to all challenges, demands and expectations of the customers.

 

Timeless Drama Channel – a channel dedicated to Turkish series & films – is launching in Romania, exclusively at UPC, on 5th of August

The most beloved Turkish series will be available for UPC clients in the basic package

SPI / FilmBox proudly announces the launch of the first channel dedicated to Turkish films and broadcasted globally – Timeless Drama Channel (TDC) – in Romania, in August, exclusively at UPC. The channel will be distributed in the basic package, so all UPC digital TV customers will have access to the most popular Turkish series, watched by more than 400 million people in 140 countries, subtitled now in Romanian, too.

Timeless Drama Channel is the result of a partnership with Ay Yapim, one of Turkey’s finest producers and creator of numerous award-winning Turkish TV series that Romanians love so much. Timeless Drama Channel has hundreds of hours of new content, including 8 popular TV series worldwide: Karadayi, Black Money Love, 20 Minutes, Kurt Seyit & Shura, Moms and Mothers, Red Scarf, Five Brothers and The End.

“We are delighted to announce our new channel distribution agreement with UPC, one of the leading communications companies in Romania. Timeless Drama Channel features 800 hours of fresh content and award-winning shows and through this partnership with UPC, the programs will be subtitled in Romanian,’’ said Mr. Tamas Fülöp, Head of Distribution at SPI International.

 

Since 2017, Turkey has become the second largest TV series exporter after the United States. The Turkish government has been very involved in this phenomenon: it has given prizes and support to companies producing such series. Turkey’s successful recipe is to overcome cultural boundaries by addressing universal themes such as family values. Love, family, betrayal, hidden intrigues – are the main topics that Turkish productions are nominated for many times at the Emmy Awards and are awarded in multiple festivals.

TDC is the channel that addresses all ages, with fascinating and exciting life stories. Productions are top-rated, with budgets of around $ 200,000 for each episode, and the series proposed by TDC are internationally rewarded.

The TDC brings to the forefront talented, loved and respected actors such as Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ, Berguzar Korel, Farah Zeynep Abdullah, Kenan İmirzalıoğlu, Tuba Büyüküstün.

In addition to the world-famous series, TDC also offers artistic films. The success of Turkish productions has had unpredictable effects for Turkey: tourism has flourished because of these extremely popular and widespread productions around the world. The fans of the Turkish series want to see with their eyes the places where their favorite productions are filmed and get in touch with the cultural elements presented in these films.

“The launch of Timeless Drama Channel will change the rules of the game in the global TV industry. It will build the global success of Turkish films and connect with audiences around the world,” said Berk Uziyel, CEO at SPI International. “Soon Turkey has become the world’s second largest TV series exporter, and Timeless Drama Channel is the first channel dedicated to Turkish films to be broadcast globally. We are sure that it will reach millions of lovers of this genre, from around the world, and will strongly contribute to the growth of the Turkish industry”, Uziyel continued.

 

SPI/FilmBox continues to expand its services in the Balkan region, launched TDC in Kosovo through a new channel distribution agreement with Kujtesa. As a result of this newly minted agreement, Kujtesa’s subscribers will have 24/7 access to hundreds of hours of Timeless Drama Channel content broadcast in Albanian.

Timeless Drama Channel, the newest channel in the SPI/FilmBox portfolio, is one of the best drama genre channels in the world with hundreds of hours of internationally acclaimed content from major Turkish producers.  Viewers will able to experience these award-winning TV series and watch the talent and charisma of many of Turkey’s most popular and respected actors and actresses such as Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ, Berguzar Korel, Farah Zeynep Abdullah, Kenan İmirzalıoğlu and Tuba Büyüküstün.

“Today, it is my pleasure to announce that we have signed a brand new channel distribution agreement with Kujtesa, the leading cable company in Kosovo. A very important aspect of this partnership is that Kujtesa will not only carry our fastest growing channel, Timeless Drama Channel but the fact that all Timeless Drama Channel programs will be broadcast in Albanian,” said Mr. Murat Muratoğlu, Head of Distribution for the Middle East, Ex-Yugo, Baltic States, Bulgaria, Greece, India, Turkey, CIS Countries, APAC at SPI International.

Kujtesa is the leading cable company in Kosovo, with its television platform featuring over 180 channels with network coverage of almost 98% of Albanian living territory in Kosovo. Kujtesa’s digital platform includes Kosovo channels, selected channels from Albania and Macedonia and selected international channels.

“We at Kujtesa care and dedicate our efforts to continuously create value for our customers and offer the best of the best services. In this case, we are thrilled to be able to do so altogether with SPI/FilmBox and Timeless Drama Channel” said Mrs. Elena Cena Chief Brand Officer at Kujtesa.

About SPI International

SPI International is a global media company operating 36 television channels on six continents. SPI is one of the biggest aggregators of native Ultra HD content in the world, FilmBox being its flagship channel. Working with over 1,400 operators worldwide, SPI uses state of the art technology providing its 55 million subscribers with access to SPI’s linear and on demand content including live streaming of UHD programming and FilmBox channels on any Internet-connected device via major global streaming media players as well as local OTT providers.

For over 25 years, SPI International has been a leading distributor of theatrical films and television programming in the international market. SPI’s solid alliances with major license suppliers provide compelling content, with strong recognition and high demand. www.spiintl.com

About Kujtesa

Kujtesa offers high-quality solutions for the Kosovo market in the fields of internet, digital television, and fixed telecommunications. Kujtesa is always on the cutting edge of world technology and at the forefront for their realization in Kosovo. 

Kujtesa was founded in 1995, as a retailer of computer equipment and later became a provider of Internet services. In 2006, Kujtesa entered the cable television market in Kosovo. Today, Kujtesa is a leading cable company, with its television platform featuring over 180 channels, including K-Sports channel platform with a network coverage of almost 98% of Albanian living territory in Kosovo. 

Kujtesa’s digital platform includes Kosovo channels, selected channels from Albania and Macedonia, selected international channels and Kujtesa – exclusive sports channels.

My-HD subscribers in the MENA region will now have access to the first global Turkish drama channel. Timeless Drama Channel, the newest channel in the SPI/FilmBox portfolio, is one of the best drama genre channels in the world with hundreds of hours of content from major Turkish producers. My-HD is offering the channel to its subscribers through Arabsat.

“We are delighted to be extending our existing partnership with My-HD to bring the newly launched Timeless Drama Channel to drama lovers in the MENA region” said Mr. Murat Muratoğlu, Head of Distribution at SPI International.

Timeless Drama Channel has over 800 hours of fresh content including 8 globally acclaimed Turkish TV series: Karadayi, Black Money Love, 20 Minutes, Kurt Seyit & Shura, Moms and Mothers, Red Scarf, Five Brothers and The End. Viewers will be able to experience these award-winning TV series and watch the talent and charisma of many of Turkey’s most popular and respected actors and actresses such as Engin Akyürek who was nominated for the 2015 International Emmy Awards for his performance in Black Money Love, Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ, Berguzar Korel, Farah Zeynep Abdullah, Kenan İmirzalıoğlu and Tuba Büyüküstün.

“My-HD is dedicated to provide the best family entertainment programs to our subscribers. We recognize the strong following for great storylines and excellent productions which Ay Yapim dramas are known for. My-HD is proud to be the launch platform for Timeless Drama Channel and we are confident that the channel will bring 100%  satisfaction to our customers” said Carmen Chen, CEO at My-HD.

About SPI International
SPI International is a global media company operating 36 television channels on six continents. SPI is one of the biggest aggregators of native Ultra HD content in the world, FilmBox being its flagship channel. Working with over 1,400 operators worldwide, SPI uses state of the art technology providing its 55 million subscribers with access to SPI’s linear and on demand content including live streaming of UHD programming and FilmBox channels on any Internet-connected device via major global streaming media players as well as local OTT providers.

For over 25 years, SPI International has been a leading distributor of theatrical films and television programming in the international market. SPI’s solid alliances with major license suppliers provide compelling content, with strong recognition and high demand. www.spiintl.com

About My-HD

My-HD is a Pay TV service based in Dubai Media City. With 63 premium HD & SD channels in Arabic, English, French and Filipino languages, available for selective viewing as included in their Movies & Series, Family, Documentary, Filipino, and Al Majd TV packages. The biggest attraction to My-HD is the low monthly subscription rates it offers to customers whilst providing premium TV channels from Fox Networks, Discovery Networks, and Lagardere to name a few. My-HD receivers are available off-the-shelf in the UAE and Saudi Arabia as well as from selected dealers and franchisees across the Gulf and North African countries.

The most popular Turkish Dramas have arrived in the form of full feature TV channel in Albanian for all Digit-Alb subscribers. Timeless Drama Channel (TDC) is dedicated to people of all ages who love the drama genre and want to watch high-quality and critically-praised shows. Timeless Drama Channel offers hundreds of hours of internationally acclaimed programs from major Turkish producers.

“I am proud to announce the launch of one of our most popular channels, Timeless Drama Channel, in Albania; this agreement is a new milestone for SPI/FilmBox and our partner Digit-Alb. We are confident that Timeless Drama Channel will be immensely popular amongst Digit-Alb subscribers,” said Mr. Murat Muratoğlu, Head of Distribution for the Middle East, Ex-Yugo, Baltic States, Bulgaria, Greece, India, Turkey, CIS Countries, APAC at SPI International. 

“It is a great pleasure to announce our new agreement with SPI/FilmBox. We are sure that Timeless Drama Channel will quickly gain maximum popularity and our audience will enjoy the excellent production and broadcasting quality of its programs,” said Mrs. Vjollca Hoxha, Co-CEO of Digit-Alb

“We are thrilled to welcome SPI’s Timeless Drama Channel into our fantastic TV Bouquet. By adding Timeless Drama Channel’s unmatched quality programs to our roster, we are re-affirming Digit-Alb’s reputation as the screen of the best regional channels,” said Mr. Arben Taipi, Co-CEO of Digit-Alb.

About SPI International

SPI International is a global media company operating 36 television channels on six continents. SPI is one of the biggest aggregators of native Ultra HD content in the world, FilmBox being its flagship channel. Working with over 1,400 operators worldwide, SPI uses state of the art technology providing its 55 million subscribers with access to SPI’s linear and on demand content including live streaming of UHD programming and FilmBox channels on any Internet-connected device via major global streaming media players as well as local OTT providers.

For over 25 years, SPI International has been a leading distributor of theatrical films and television programming in the international market. SPI’s solid alliances with major license suppliers provide compelling content, with strong recognition and high demand.
www.spiintl.com

About Digit-Alb

Digit-Alb is the biggest Albanian Pay-TV platform and content provider with an extended presence in Kosovo. Operating very popular In-House Thematic Channels, National and Regional TV Channels and well known International Channels, Digit-Alb is the definition of Pay-TV among the Albanian Speaking audience in the region. 

Cannes, France, April 07, 2019 – SPI/FilmBox announces the launch of the first global Turkish drama channel, Timeless Drama Channel (TDC). TDC is now broadcasting worldwide. The company has inked ten initial deals with various operators making the channel available in over one million homes.

Timeless Drama Channel is the first Turkish Drama Channel to make a global debut. The channel was created in partnership with Ay Yapim, one of Turkey’s top producers and creator of many award winning Turkish TV series. Timeless Drama Channel has over 800 hours of fresh content including  8 globally acclaimed Turkish TV series: Karadayi, Black Money Love, 20 Minutes, Kurt Seyit & Shura, Moms and Mothers, Red Scarf, Five Brothers and The End.

TDC is proud to share the talents of the brilliant, popular and respected Turkish actors Kıvanç Tatlıtuğ, Berguzar Korel, Farah Zeynep Abdullah, Kenan İmirzalıoğlu, Tuba Büyüküstün along with many others with a worldwide audience in these award winning drama series.  

“The launch of Timeless Drama Channel will be a game changer in the global TV industry. it will build the global success of Turkish Dramas and will connect with audiences all over the world,” said Berk Uziyel, CEO at SPI International. “In a short amount of time, Turkey has become the second biggest TV series exporter in the world and Timeless Drama Channel is the first channel dedicated to Turkish dramas that will be broadcasted globally. We are certain that it will reach millions of drama genre lovers all over the world and contribute immensely to the growth of the Turkish TV drama series industry” continued Mr. Uziyel.

 The channel will be initially broadcasted in 10 languages including Bulgarian, Romanian, Macedonian, Serbian, Croatian, Albanian, and Arabic with English subtitles.The channel is available throughout Europe on the EUTELSAT 16A satellite. SPI/FilmBox signed broadcast agreements with six operators: Kujtesa and Ipko Kosovo, Digit-Alb and RTL Albania, A1 Croatia and A1 Macedonia. In the near future the channel will be broadcasted with multiple operators in MENA and APAC, Baltics and CIS, stay tuned.

 

About SPI International

SPI International is a global media company operating 36 television channels on six continents. FilmBox being its flagship channel, SPI is one of the biggest aggregators of native Ultra HD content in the world. Working with over 1,400 operators worldwide, SPI uses state of the art technology providing its 55 million subscribers with access to SPI’s linear and on demand content including live streaming of UHD programming and FilmBox channels on any Internet-connected device via major global streaming media players as well as local OTT providers.

 

For over 25 years, SPI International has been a leading distributor of theatrical films and television programming in the international market. SPI’s solid alliances with major license suppliers provide compelling content, with strong recognition and high demand. www.spiintl.com

For more information contact:

SPI International/FILMBOX

Emily Lara (Glo Creative) [email protected]