CASBAA Spotlight: Sony Pictures Television Networks, Asia

HONG KONG: As part of the Sony Pictures Television (SPT) Networks, Asia, bouquet, AXN delivers first-run, exclusive drama series, blockbuster features, adventure and competition/reality programs from around the world as well as made-in-Asia originals.

“Day-and-date scheduling continues to be important for AXN,” says Hui Keng Ang, the company’s senior VP and general manager. The channel has debuted such shows as The Blacklist season two and season seven of The Voice within the same day as the U.S. broadcasts.

ONE showcases the latest South Korean dramas, with select titles premiering close to their debut broadcasts on an exclusive and first-run basis. Sony Channel is home to Hollywood entertainment, featuring movies, dramas, comedies and reality programming, all airing close to the U.S. broadcasts.