2waytraffic Format Sells to SBS 6

LONDON: Sony Pictures Television’s (SPT) 2waytraffic has reached an agreement with SBS 6 in the Netherlands for a local version of the Move Like… format.

SBS 6 has commissioned nine 90-minute episodes, slated to air in spring 2010. The format will be produced by Tuvalu Media, a Dutch production company in which SPT has a stake. The format is inspired by the upcoming British tribute show Move Like Michael. SPT is distributing the finished version of Move Like Michael outside the U.K.

Ed Louwerse, the managing director of 2waytraffic, said: “We know that viewers in the Netherlands will love their own local version of this unique program. We are proud to be associated with a show which pays tribute to the greatest entertainers the world has ever known. We look forward to the U.K. debut later this year and believe both the finished show and the format present broadcasters with a unique opportunity to acquire top-quality event programming that will stand out on any schedule.”