CBS Chello Zone UK Channels Score Raft of U.S. Shows

LONDON: CBS Chello Zone UK Channels has picked up a range of programming from 20th Century Fox Television Distribution and NBC Universal International Television Distribution, with series to air across CBS Action, CBS Reality, CBS Drama and Zone Horror.

The programming acquired from 20th Century Fox includes Boston Legal, seasons one and two, for CBS Drama; Angel, seasons one and two, for Zone Horror; and three seasons of Cops as well as America’s Most Wanted for CBS Reality.

Also headed to CBS Reality is a roster from NBC Universal International Television Distribution that includes the prison series Lock Up and Caught on Camera. For CBS Action, NBCU’s The Crow: Stairway to Heaven is slated to air.

Alina Florea, the director of programming for Chello Zone, said: “The CBS Chello UK Channels are dedicated to U.K. fans of modern classics and these new acquisitions will perfectly complement the portfolio’s strong programming lineup. The titles fit the remit of each channel perfectly and are sure to be a hit with viewers. 20th Century Fox and NBC Universal have both produced some fantastic programming and we hope to continue our strong partnership with both companies.”