Discovery Enters Format Arena

SILVER SPRING: For the first time ever, Discovery Communications will be bringing a variety of formats to MIPTV that extend across genres such as adventure, competition, lifestyle and others.

“It’s a new and exciting time for Discovery as we move into the formats arena,” said Nicolas Bonard, the senior VP of Discovery Enterprises International. “Formats are becoming increasingly more popular in the industry as they provide a cost-effective solution to third parties. They enable producers to invest as much—or as little—into the production as long as it holds true to the format requirements.”

The formats lineup will include Man vs. Wild, one of Discovery’s signature series; Catch It, Keep It, a Science Channel offering; and Groomer Has It, a competition series from Animal Planet. Also on the roster are TLC’s Battle of the Wedding Planners and American Chopper.