American Gods Lands on Canada’s Super Channel

Super Channel has snapped up the exclusive Canadian broadcast rights for the book-based drama series American Gods from FremantleMedia International.

American Gods is inspired by Neil Gaiman’s fantasy novel. The eight-episode first season, produced by FremantleMedia North America, is due to debut on Super Channel in spring 2018. It will also become available to subscribers of Super Channel On Demand. The show has been renewed for a second season on Starz in the U.S.

“We are so excited to bring American Gods to Super Channel,” said Melissa Kajpust, the director of programming, international distributors and Canadian presales. “We believe that traditional Canadian pay-TV audiences are hungry to see this groundbreaking series, which has garnered critical acclaim around the world. The series not only perfectly complements our current lineup of buzz-worthy programs like Get Shorty, Harlots, Power and Homeland, [it] is exactly the type of high-caliber, pay-TV-worthy series that will attract new subscribers to our service.”

“American Gods is a truly unique drama,” added Michela Di Mondo, the senior VP of sales and distribution for FremantleMedia International in Canada. “With a fantastic ensemble cast, the best behind-camera talent and a compelling storyline, we look forward to launching the series in Canada with the team at Super Channel.”