ACTF First Nations Content Lands on FNX

First Nations Experience (FNX) has acquired a range of First Nations content from the Australian Children’s Television Foundation (ACTF) to air in 29 states across the U.S.

This includes Barrumbi Kids, a live-action series following two best friends growing up in Mandjarkkori, a remote community on the edge of Arnhem Land. It explores the themes of friendship, change, home and culture.

FNX relicensed season one of Little J & Big Cuz and acquired seasons two and three. The U.S. broadcaster also picked up Thalu, Red Dirt Riders and Ready for This, marking the first time these programs will air in the U.S.

Additionally, FNX relicensed Double Trouble and seasons one and two of Waabiny Time.

The U.S. channel is carried by 34 affiliate stations broadcasting in 29 states from Alaska to New York, with a potential viewing audience of more than 75.5 million households. Several additional stations stream FNX digitally throughout their communities and states.

Frank Blanquet (Yucatec Maya), producer and director of television at FNX, said: “First Nations Experience, the first national Native American and World Indigenous TV channel in the U.S., is extremely proud to partner with the Australian Children’s Television Foundation. FNX aims to be a showcase and a platform for all indigenous people to celebrate their vibrant cultures, stories, songs, music, and especially our children and elders. Celebrating the pillars in our societies and empowering our future generations is crucial to help uplift our Native and Indigenous communities. The wonderful programming produced through ACTF is a perfect fit for both our children’s lineup and our general audience. We are thankful for the opportunity to bring these stories to our national U.S. audience and plan to continue to do so for years to come.”

ACTF CEO Jenny Buckland said: “Australia’s First Nations screen practitioners are among the most talented members of our screen sector, and we’re proud to have such a range of engaging, high-quality content that celebrates and elevates First Nations culture in our offering for children. We’re excited to see these programs showcased in the U.S. through FNX, which champions the stories of indigenous creators and communities from all over the world.”