Dori Sells Split into Asia

TEL AVIV: Dori Media Group has sold the teen vampire series Split into 35 countries since its launch nine months ago, with the Philippines as the latest territory, and the first in Asia, to pick up the daily drama.

The show was originally produced by Dori Media Darset for Israeli cable platform HOT. The second season is currently being shot in Israel. Split has now been sold into 35 countries, with Russia and Spain as recent European additions to the roster. The series will be broadcast on free-to-air channels in all territories where it has been sold.

Nadav Palti, the president and CEO of Dori Media Group, commented: "We are very pleased that the success of Split continues with its recent entry into Asia and its continued popularity among broadcasters in Europe. Once again we witness how a production with a good storyline, international look and advanced shooting techniques is able to cross boundaries and appeal to so many audiences in many countries worldwide."

Yoram Mokady, the VP of content at HOT, added: “HOT is proud to be the leader of original programming and to be a pioneer in original productions for VOD. The world of on demand is of great significance among young audiences and HOT will continue to invest in original content for children, as a main objective. Split has proven to be an important asset in strengthening our content offering to children on the platform, especially on HOT VOD.”