Endemol Makes Raft of Sales for Hell on Wheels

LONDON: Endemol Worldwide Distribution has sold the new AMC original drama Hell on Wheels into 19 territories in Europe, including a deal with Sundance Channel to take the show across Central and Eastern Europe, Spain and Portugal.

Produced by Entertainment One (eOne) in association with Endemol USA and Nomadic Pictures, Hell on Wheels is scheduled to launch in the U.S. on AMC in November. Along with the Sundance Channel agreement, Endemol Worldwide Distribution has sold the drama into France (AB Droits), Spain (Antenna 3), Norway (TV Norge) and Turkey (CNBC-e).

Cathy Payne, the CEO of Endemol Worldwide Distribution, commented, “Hell on Wheels has all the makings of a worldwide hit; gripping storylines and script, cinematic production values and outstanding performances from a tremendous cast. With MIPCOM on the horizon next week, we are particularly pleased to announce that 19 territories across Europe have snapped up the show even before its premiere on AMC. We’re thrilled to be bringing the cast to Cannes and are looking forward to a busy market.”