Thunderbirds Are Go to Debut as Amazon Original in the U.S.

LONDON: A new multiyear deal between Amazon and ITV Studios Global Entertainment (ITVS GE) will see Thunderbirds Are Go launch in the U.S. as an Amazon original kids’ series on Prime Video.

Under the agreement, the first 13 episodes of Thunderbirds Are Go will premiere on Prime Video in the U.S. later this year, followed by launches on Prime Video in the U.K., Germany and Austria. The show, which combines CGI animation and live-action model sets, is based on the iconic 50-year-old property. It is produced by ITV Studios and Pukeko Pictures in collaboration with Weta Workshop, and has been licensed into more than 40 territories.

Dan Gopal, the executive VP of EMEA distribution and global digital partners for ITVS GE, said: “We are delighted to be working with Amazon to launch Thunderbirds Are Go in the U.S.; their position as an innovative content provider and their passion for the show makes them the perfect partner. Our strategy is to give audiences the flexibility to watch our content any time, any place, and the launch of Thunderbirds Are Go on Amazon Prime Video means children and families across the U.S., as well as in the U.K., Germany and Austria, will be able to watch the entire series whenever and wherever they want.”

Steve Green, the executive VP of kids’ content and distribution for ITVS GE, noted: “Thunderbirds Are Go has already proven to be compelling viewing in multiple markets for kids and families. We are delighted that we can extend this experience to a partner like Amazon with their massive audience in the U.S., Germany, Austria and the U.K.”

“We’re thrilled to be collaborating with ITV Studios Global Entertainment on a world-renowned property that kids and families today will embrace,” added Tara Sorensen, the head of kids’ programming at Amazon Studios. “Our customers will enjoy the same action and adventure found on the classic series infused with a contemporary aesthetic and visually stunning world.”