Content Ties Up with KEO for Scripted Programming

LONDON: Content Media Corporation has entered into a first-look deal with the U.K. indie KEO Films, as the factual specialist moves into the scripted arena.

Both companies will be working together to jointly develop scripted material. Content will have the first-look distribution rights to represent the programming in the international market. There are already a number of projects in development.

Debbie Manners, the managing director of KEO Films, said, “We’re excited about extending our range from factual entertainment and documentary to incorporate scripted and believe our growing development slate has high U.K. and international prospects. We wanted to make sure that every aspect of our new programming can be exploited worldwide in traditional and digital media and we are sure, with its vast experience and fantastic global network, that Content will do a great job.”
 
Greg Phillips, the president of Content Television & Digital, added, “KEO is an exceptional U.K. indie with a great reputation for delivering high-end programming that people want to watch. This is the perfect time for them to broaden their reach and we are delighted to be working with Debbie and her team. KEO’s development slate is very exciting and is completely compatible with what we do in delivering scripted programming which resonates strongly across multiple platforms with homegrown and international audiences alike.”