Profiles

Despite the deluge of high-profile dramas drumming up buzz, there were some entertainment formats that managed to make noise—though few were brand-new entrants to the formats fray.

The music-infused game show originated in Ireland in 1993 and has gone on to travel widely.

Melanie Leach, chief executive of the Twofour Group, talks about the competition format.

Shines a spotlight on the format megahit, which has dozens of local versions around the world.

CJ ENM’s Diane Min and Studio Dragon's Tony Kim discuss the scripted-format business in Korea. 

Iván Díaz, the head of Filmax International's international division, discusses the scripted format.

Laura Burrell, the global head of formats at VIMN, talks about the dating and relationship show.

Ana Langenberg, the senior VP of format sales and production at NBCU International Formats, discusses the dance competition show.

The executive director for Asia shares how the recent restructure positions the company for future gains.

Andrew Zein, the senior VP of creative, format development and sales at WBITVP, talks about the prime-time entertainment show.