Peace Arch, Movie Central in Multi-Picture Deal

September 8, 2006 World Screen

TORONTO, September 8: Corus Entertainment’s Western Canadian
service Movie Central has agreed to pre-license 24 new titles from Peace Arch
Entertainment Group.

In addition to the 24-title commitment, Movie Central has also
pre-licensed the ManEater feature films
consisting of six movies that are being co-produced by Peace Arch Entertainment
and RHI Entertainment.

“The broad scope of this agreement
with Corus clearly illustrates the direction of our company towards creative
content partnerships with established and respected industry leaders, coupled
with a solid economic vision based on modest risk and steady growth,” commented
Peace Arch Entertainment Group’s CEO, Gary Howsam.