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  • GRB Media Ranch to sell ‘Blind Dating’ format to ABY Media

    GRB Media Ranch to sell ‘Blind Dating’ format to ABY Media

    Mumbai: GRB Media Ranch president, Sophie Ferron announced the format sale of “Blind Dating” to Africa’s ABY Media and the acquisition of four-time Emmy-winning docu-series Medical Stories. Produced by Inventi Media Group and airing on PBS, this production has 39 episodes (39×30’) currently available.

    Blind Dating: In this classic studio-based dating game show, three single men and three single women must make the perfect match to win a date. In each episode, without seeing each other, the participants must find their love by answering personal questions while digging for clues – and some dirt – on social media. Watch these singles try to impress, get picked and go home with a mate. A hit show in French Canada for many years!

    Medical Stories: This acclaimed docu-series captures drama through the lens of cinematic storytelling.  It captures the experiences of medical and emergency personnel and their heroic actions and extraordinary measures taken while battling life-threatening conditions of critically ill or injured patients. Follow their emotional journeys as individuals as they navigate their way through illnesses and injuries, often unknown, from the moment of receiving an accurate diagnosis to seeking out support. In-depth commentary is included from renowned medical experts and researchers, providing valuable insight into baffling conditions and the cutting-edge techniques used in developing novel treatments. These intertwined narratives offer viewers a message of hope, empowerment, and awareness of diseases that are often overlooked both by the public and the medical community.

    Ferron stated: “The format sale of Blind Dating is especially meaningful to me. I grew up on the set of this series, as my father created and produced it in Canada. It remained a huge hit and was remade twice for new generations. He passed away last year and would be proud to see it travel. I thank GRB Media Ranch’s Liz Levenson for closing this deal with Bernard Azria of ABY Media for many African territories. We are also excited to have acquired Emmy-winning docu-series, Medical Stories which clearly underlines our commitment to delivering diverse and compelling narratives. We are here at MIP to discuss all our fantastic properties. At GRB Media Ranch, we’ve got stories.”

    Kimberley Azria of ABY Media stated “ABY Media is very happy to have acquired this special Format from our partners at GRB Media Ranch. We know that it will be a popular show in Africa with many audiences!”

    Inventi Media Group’s executive producer and director Brian Chris Capozzi stated: “Inventi Media Group is thrilled that GRB Media Ranch is representing our award-winning series Medical Stories for distribution. Their expertise in the global marketplace is well-known and respected. With them, we are confident that viewers in other parts of the world will soon be experiencing the heartfelt and dramatic stories from our series.”

    Inventi Media Group’s executive producer and director Bob Buruchian added “GRB Media Ranch’s global representation of our Medical Stories series is a source of great excitement for our team. With their esteemed expertise, we’re confident our compelling narratives will captivate audiences worldwide.”

  • GRB Media Ranch acquires four new documentaries

    GRB Media Ranch acquires four new documentaries

    Mumbai: GRB Media Ranch CEO, Gary R Benz announced the acquisition of four hot topical new documentaries covering a range of headline grabbing events.

    The content includes the murder investigation of Tupak Shakur: Tupac: 187 (working title), an art theft in Ottawa in Stealing Churchill, and sensational political topics: God & Country and Unfit. The company will present all four docs at MIPDoc and MIPTV next week where GRB Media Ranch president, Sophie Ferron and GRB sales & acquisitions’ executive Liz Levenson will be in attendance.

    Tupac: 187 (working title) after 30 years, the case of murdered Rap superstar Tupac Shakur may finally get resolved when an accused Las Vegas man stands trial. Discover the criminal negligence and its impact on the night of the shooting and see the development of the false narrative that was devised to cover it up; and track the “big lie” all the way from its inception five minutes after the shooting until this moment – the current case in Nevada. Was the right guy caught? (5×60’)

    Stealing Churchill is an investigative documentary taking audiences to the heart of the unlikely heist that shocked the international arts community: the theft of the famous Winston Churchill portrait by Yousuf Karsh. This masterwork painting was stolen from the Reading Lounge in Ottawa’s Château Laurier and replaced by a fake which was only discovered eight months later. Has the portrait of the Roaring Lion, a work of art that launched Yousuf Karsh’s international career, disappeared forever?  (1 x 60’)  

    Unfit: The Psychology of Donald Trump:  This documentary explores if Donald Trump is psychologically fit to hold the office of President of the United States. This is an eye-opening analysis of Trump by leading U.S. mental health professionals and political observers and those who had intimate personal contact with him and his behavior. (1 x 90’)

    God & Country:  From award-winning director Dan Partland (Intervention) and mega-producer Rob Reiner, this vital documentary reveals the dangerous implications of Christian Nationalism which distorts the U.S.  Constitution and Christianity itself.  What happens when a faith built on love, sacrifice, and forgiveness grows political tentacles, conflating power, money, and belief into hyper-nationalism?  (1 X 90’)

    Gary R Benz stated: “GRB Media Ranch is thrilled to debut four exciting new documentaries to add to its expanding non-fiction portfolio. The new content is both topical and unnerving and complements our library of over 5,000 hours of premium finished programs and formats.  We are delighted to introduce them to the market at this time when the subject matter continues to attract headlines in the media. As we say at GRB Media Ranch – we’ve got stories!”

  • GRB Media Ranch secures Relative Justice series deal with CBS AMC Networks in Malta, MEA

    GRB Media Ranch secures Relative Justice series deal with CBS AMC Networks in Malta, MEA

    Mumbai: GRB Media Ranch CEO Gary R Benz announced sales with CBS AMC Networks for its reality legal series Relative Justice (150 x ‘30) for the territories of  Malta, the Middle East and Africa. The deal was brokered by Liz Levenson, GRB Media Ranch Distribution & Acquisition Executive.

    The Company also announced yet another deal for its flagship series Untold Stories of the E.R. for several seasons in Italy by Discovery. The deal was closed by GRB Media Ranch president, Sophie Ferron. Other recently announced deals for this long-running popular series include acquisition by FilmRise of 120 episodes, for the United States, Canada, the U.K., Australia, New Zealand, and all other English-language territories, (Jan 2024) and Discovery for Spain (Fall 2023).

    Relative Justice: Real people, real cases, real families in crisis. Judge Rhonda Wills is a dynamic, captivating, and compassionate tour de force delivering justice in this arbitration-based reality court show which centers on resolving inter-family legal disputes. Wills dispenses legal advice with a nod toward rebuilding relationships to get beyond current family conflicts.  (photo below)

    Untold Stories of the E.R. is a dramatic medical docu-series re-enacting intense real-life stories of the emergency room, demonstrating the true nature of medicine practiced under pressure, where every moment can be a turning point. Audiences witness how a doctor’s personal blend of expertise, coolness under fire, and decision-making ability are challenged by unpredictable circumstances – and how character makes the ultimate difference. GRB Studios’ Benz created the iconic series, and he exec-produced 13 seasons within 15 years. The series has been broadcast in 214 territories and has received strong Format interest.

    Gary R Benz stated: “GRB Media Ranch is pleased to announce that CBS AMC Networks has acquired our brilliant family legal series, Relative Justice, in which family court issues are heard and decided. We are excited that yet another territory – Italy – has taken our proprietary signature series, Untold Stories of the E.R., a fast-paced series about unique stories of emergency room doctors and nurses, saving lives and highlighting the drama of medical crises.”

  • GRB Media Ranch closes licensing deal with Foxtel Group

    GRB Media Ranch closes licensing deal with Foxtel Group

    Mumbai: GRB Media Ranch co-principals, Gary R. Benz and Sophie Ferron announced that they closed a licensing deal for one of its top selling true-crime series, On the Case with Foxtel Group in Australia. The deal was brokered by GRB Media Ranch APAC sales rep Torquil Macneal.

    Foxtel Group acquired Season 11 of On the Case which has aired all 10 previous seasons since 2012. The long-standing series has been distributed into 185 territories. Season 11 is set to air in the first quarter of 2024.

    On the Case explores intriguing real-life murder mysteries through in-depth interviews with those closest to the case and examines the forensic evidence that helped unravel the mystery. First-person accounts from witnesses and suspects reveal the raw emotions left behind from personal tragedies and the motives of the perpetrators. (Produced for Discovery Networks.)

    CEO Gary R. Benz stated: “GRB Media Ranch is thrilled to bring another season of our top investigative series On the Case to Foxtel who have taken multiple seasons, receiving great audience feedback. On the Case has proven extremely successful around the world, being licensed into so many territories, and this latest season has even more exciting cases to present.”

    Foxtel Group GM factual Jim Buchan said, “Foxtel Group viewers have been enthralled by several seasons of On the Case and we are pleased to bring yet another fantastic season to them. The series keeps getting better and the fans are craving more of this premium series.”

  • GRB Media Ranch inks licensing deal with Cote Ouest at MIPCOM

    GRB Media Ranch inks licensing deal with Cote Ouest at MIPCOM

    Mumbai: GRB Media Ranch co-principals, Gary R. Benz and Sophie Ferron announced that they closed a licensing deal at MIPCOM for three popular titles from the Icons Unearthed series from the GRB Media Ranch catalog with Cote Ouest (now part of Mediawan). Liz Levenson, GRB’s distribution and acquisitions executive for Africa, CEE, Middle East ( finished programs & formats), and Scandinavia (finished programming) brokered the deal for GRB Media Ranch. GRB Media Ranch is located at MIPCOM Stand: # R7. A16.

    Created in 1997, Côte Ouest joined Mediawan Africa in May 2023, the African flagship of the Mediawan Group, a leading independent European studio producing audiovisual content and has partnered with GRB Studios in the past, this is their first deal with the new JV – GRB Media Ranch.

    –  Icons Unearthed: Fast & Furious What should have been a one-off popcorn summer flick followed by a straight-to-video sequel became one of the largest film franchises of all time. Worth billions of dollars in ticket sales, it has spawned merchandise, spin-offs, and theme park attractions, and put a series of increasingly amazing stunts on the world’s movie screens. Despite the loss of a beloved lead actor, the franchise is a masterclass in world-building, raising the stakes, and growing a truly dedicated fan base internationally.

    –  Icons Unearthed: Star Wars: Travel to a time not very far, far away and witness the creation and filming of George Lucas’s two Star Wars trilogies. Interviews with cast and crew leave no stone unturned, making it the definitive account of the space saga that changed movies forever.

    –  Icons Unearthed: Marvel The Marvel Cinematic Universe is the most successful franchise of all time and it has changed the way movies are made. Taking a cue from their comic book source material, these films tell different characters’ stories that all take place in one massive, interwoven universe. Each film would introduce one key protagonist, building toward the release of one giant blockbuster, The Avengers, that would put them all together. If a single one of those films failed at the box office, it could derail what may be the biggest gamble ever taken in the history of cinema. How did Marvel pull it off?

    – Icons Unearthed: The Simpsons – The Simpsons has reached television and film audiences around the world. Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie are household names and the series’ impact on comedy writing, animation, and pop culture is felt to this day. Icons Unearthed: The Simpsons takes us on an insightful journey from the original two-minute shorts to its status as the longest-running scripted primetime television series of all time. Not even lawsuits, creative disputes, and production changes have been able to stop this animation juggernaut!

    Gary R. Benz stated: “GRB Media Ranch is operating both our sales, and acquisitions, work at full speed since our launch just 6 weeks ago! These deals represent a sampling of the great programs we offer. We are booked solid with meetings at MIPCOM with our partners to bring them even more fantastic programs.”

    Sophie Ferron added: “We are thrilled with these deals for some of our best programs and also have them available for other territories. Gary and I are looking forward to having our full sale teams together for the first time at MIPCOM and, as our motto says, “…we’ve got stories” – over 5,000 hours of them!”

    Cote Ouest CEO Jonathan Lett stated “Cote Ouest, now part of Mediawan, is thrilled to work with these ICONS UNEARTHED titles, and we value the longstanding relationship we’ve had with GRB, now GRB Media Ranch, over the years.  We are so excited to share these titles with audiences in Africa and as both our companies evolve, look forward to exploring exciting new ways to work together.”

  • GRB Media Ranch announces several deals ahead of MipCom

    GRB Media Ranch announces several deals ahead of MipCom

    Mumbai: GRB Media Ranch co-principals, Gary R. Benz and Sophie Ferron announced that several program deals were finalised ahead of the upcoming MipCom market. Deals span the globe from Australia, South Korea, Middle East, and Iberia.

    From Australia, Seven Network acquired three seasons (7,8 and 9) of GRB Media Ranch’s popular true-crime docuseries, On The Case. The long-running series explores intriguing murder mysteries through in-depth interviews with those closest to the case and examines the forensic evidence that helped unravel the mystery. First person accounts from witnesses and suspects reveal the raw emotions left behind from personal tragedies and the motives of the perpetrators.

    MBC took Showdown of the Unbeatables for the Middle East. This game show is where inventors and entrepreneurs pit their unique products and machines against each other and put their reputations to the test in the ultimate head-to-head invention battle.  Learn how the inventions work, meet the engineers who created the products, and see these tools in action. When the dueling competitors meet, the rules are agreed upon, the supporters take their place, and the showdown begins!

    South Korea’s JCG acquired three titles:

    –  Icons Unearthed: Fast & Furious What should have been a one-off popcorn  summer flick followed by a straight-to-video sequel became one of the largest film franchises of all time. Worth billions of dollars in ticket sales, it has spawned merchandise, spin-offs, and theme park attractions, and put a series of increasingly amazing stunts on the world’s movie screens. Despite the loss of a beloved lead actor, the franchise is a masterclass in world-building, raising the stakes, and growing a truly dedicated fan base internationally.

    –  Icons Unearthed: Star Wars: Travel to a time not very far, far away and witness the creation and filming of George Lucas’s two Star Wars trilogies.  Included in the program are  revealing interviews with cast and crew, making it the definitive account of the space saga that changed movies forever.

    –  Icons Unearthed: Marvel The Marvel Cinematic Universe is the most successful franchise of all time, and it has changed the way movies are made. Taking a cue from their comic book source material, these films tell different characters’ stories that all take place in one massive, interwoven universe. Each film would introduce one key protagonist, building toward the release of one giant blockbuster, The Avengers, that would put them all together. If a single one of those films failed at the box office, it could derail what may be the biggest gamble ever taken in the history of cinema. How did Marvel pull it off? Multicanal Iberia also acquired Nacelle title  Icons Unearthed: Marvel

    Benz stated, “GRB Media Ranch is fully operational at both our sales  and acquisitions level, working  at full speed since our launch just 6 weeks ago! These deals are an indicator of the reception we’ve gotten to the great programs we offer. We are booked solid with meetings at MIPCOM with our partners to bring them even more  content with high levels of audience appeal.”

    Ferron added, “We are thrilled with the reaction we’ve gotten to some of our  best programs which are also available for other territories. Gary and I are looking forward to having our entire team together for the first time at MIPCOM and, as our motto says, “…we’ve got stories” – over 5,000 hours of them!”      

  • GRB Media Ranch announces over 330 hours of acquisitions ahead of MIPCOM

    GRB Media Ranch announces over 330 hours of acquisitions ahead of MIPCOM

    Mumbai: GRB Media Ranch co-principals, Gary R. Benz and Sophie Ferron announced the acquisition of over 330 hours of new programs for their new international distribution catalog, to be offered at MIPCOM. The catalog features 300+ hours from the US network that embraces the vast spectrum of all things paranormal – The Dark Zone – as well as factual crime, a Lebron James and Maverick Carter executive-produced  documentary, two new Nacelle factual titles, and  a TV movie thriller.  Their MIPCOM Stand is # R7. A16.

    The Dark Zone paranormal programs consist of 10 series including Ghost Ship: The Queen Mary Experiment; Lizzie Borden Murder House; The Conjuring House: A Homecoming; The Paranormal Files; Paranormal Quest; The Witching Hour, featuring never-before-seen footage of  well-known paranormal incidents.

    Being presented at the market, along with The Dark Zone portfolio:

    – Who is Stan Smith? The Sole of a Champion: The iconic shoe bearing the name and face of tennis legend Stan Smith graces the feet of everyone from John Lennon to Jay-Z, but many have no clue who he is. From executive producers LeBron James and Maverick Carter, go on a lyrical adventure through time and pop culture, charting the extraordinary life of Stan Smith, the tennis champion turned sneaker icon and humanitarian.

    –  scripted true crime series about what happens when friendships turn deadly: I Killed my BFF as well as a movie based on a trued story, I Killed my BFF: The Preacher’s Daughter

    –  a fictional thriller tv movie, Ruined,  about a woman seeing a counselor to save her marriage. She is unaware that her therapist shares a secret past with her husband and is out for revenge. In this psychological thriller, no one can trust anyone, and someone may not survive.

    – Paranormal doc: Aliens on the Moon: The Truth Exposed exploring Apollo 11 footage revealing possible alien presence.

    – Anew titles from partner Nacelle: Icons Unearthed: James Bond about the exciting James Bond spy franchise

    – Magnolia’s Hope – a documentary about Rett Syndrome, a debilitating disorder affecting live female births, and a family’s struggle to deal with this disease while the Covid pandemic is raging around them.

    – Boy Boy: a humorous documentary series offering viewers an insider’s look into Montreal’s gay porn industry,  a major hub on the international scene. Meet the actors, cult filmmakers, specialists in sex health, and models’ entourage revealing all the secrets about the porn star life.

    Sophie Ferron stated, “GRB Media Ranch is thrilled to start our very first market as a JV with a broad variety of new programs – over 330 hours. We are offering a 360-degree approach with our factual, fiction, and format programming. Our motto at GRB Media Ranch is “…we’ve got stories”! And we certainly do, with over 5,000 hours in our catalog!”

    Gary R. Benz added, “We will make our initial market appearance with a rich catalog and a large, strong team.  It embodies what we contemplated when we created our joint venture.”