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  • FremantleMedia ties-up with Pop for 176 episodes of ‘Baywatch’ in the US

    FremantleMedia ties-up with Pop for 176 episodes of ‘Baywatch’ in the US

    MUMBAI: FremantleMedia International and Pop, a network celebrating the fun of being a fan, have tied up to bring action drama Baywatch for the viewers this month. A joint venture of CBS and Lionsgate, Pop is present in over 80 mn households.

    The series, regarded as one of the most-watched shows in worldwide television history, chronicles the lives of a team of hot young lifeguards set against the beautiful sun soaked beaches of Malibu, California.

    FMNA SVPsSales and distribution Caroline Kusser said, “We’re delighted to be working with Pop to bring this much loved cult classic back to TV screens. Iconic characters, explosive storylines and of course, those famous red bathing suits ignited a huge global fan base and I’ve no doubt its return is set to become staple viewing this summer.”

    Baywatch has aired in more than 148 countries worldwide and was produced by FremantleMedia North America. It is distributed worldwide by FremantleMedia International.

  • FremantleMedia ties-up with Pop for 176 episodes of ‘Baywatch’ in the US

    FremantleMedia ties-up with Pop for 176 episodes of ‘Baywatch’ in the US

    MUMBAI: FremantleMedia International and Pop, a network celebrating the fun of being a fan, have tied up to bring action drama Baywatch for the viewers this month. A joint venture of CBS and Lionsgate, Pop is present in over 80 mn households.

    The series, regarded as one of the most-watched shows in worldwide television history, chronicles the lives of a team of hot young lifeguards set against the beautiful sun soaked beaches of Malibu, California.

    FMNA SVPsSales and distribution Caroline Kusser said, “We’re delighted to be working with Pop to bring this much loved cult classic back to TV screens. Iconic characters, explosive storylines and of course, those famous red bathing suits ignited a huge global fan base and I’ve no doubt its return is set to become staple viewing this summer.”

    Baywatch has aired in more than 148 countries worldwide and was produced by FremantleMedia North America. It is distributed worldwide by FremantleMedia International.

  • FremantleMedia International names Caroline Kusser as SVP

    FremantleMedia International names Caroline Kusser as SVP

    MUMBAI: FremantleMedia International (FMI) has named Caroline Kusser as SVP – sales and distribution of its US arm.

     

    The newly created position will be based in LA and report to the SEVP of television & digital distribution for North America, Lisa Honig.

     

    Kusser will be tasked with further building FMI’s reputation in the region and maximizing opportunities for its 22,000 hours’ worth of content across linear, digital and home entertainment platforms in the highly competitive US market.

     

    Honig said, “Caroline’s vast experience, pivotal drama distribution knowledge and exceptional relationships in the US will play an important part in FMI’s US expansion strategy and push into high-end drama. With teams in both New York and LA, a well-established history of sales across multiple genres and long-standing client relationships, we’re in a good position to take our business up to the next level and Caroline’s understanding of this key market will help us to achieve further success.”

     

    Kusser added, “It’s a really exciting time for FMI. I’m looking forward to joining its US team and helping to further enhance its reputation across the region.”

     

    Previous to joining FMI, Kusser set up Carokusser, a TV content distribution service whose clients included ZDF Enterprises. Kusser was also part of the Red Arrow International team for ten years and in 2011 was relocated to LA as the SVP of North America where she was responsible for establishing and building the group’s US business. Prior to Red Arrow International, Kusser held roles at Bavaria Media Television, peppermint and Beta Film.