Fox Expands Channel Bouquet in Italy

ROME: Fox Internationals Italy is launching a new channel, devoted to classic TV series from the 70s, 80s and 90s, on the SKY Italia platform.

The launch of Fox Retro on August 1 brings the number of Fox International Channels services on SKY to 13. The lineup will include Starsky & Hutch, Charlie’s Angels, Mission Impossible, The Jeffersons, Different Strokes, Mork & Mindy, The Love Boat and Baywatch, among others.

“Fox Channels Italy prides itself on producing top quality channels with strong, well-positioned brands that engage and connect with viewers,” said Diego Londono, the president of Fox Channels Italy. “Fox Retro definitely delivers on this mission, as well as on SKY’s commitment to give Italians the best quality and choice in their television offer."

Fox Retro was developed by the same team behind Fox Crime and Fox Life, which have been rolled out to more than 30 markets worldwide. A similar expansion is expected for Fox Retro.