OSN to Bring Sundance Channel HD to MENA Region

January 14, 2014 World Screen Top Stories

NEW YORK/DUBAI: OSN has reached a landmark deal with AMC/Sundance Channel Global to bring its flagship Sundance Channel HD to the Middle East and North Africa.

The channel becomes available exclusively on OSN as of January 15. It joins the platform's existing lineup of more than 135 channels, including 15 movie channels and 14 entertainment/series channels. The addition marks the 37th HD channel available on OSN.

David Butorac, the CEO of OSN, said: “Our partnership with AMC/Sundance Channel Global highlights our commitment to continuously enhance the TV choices we provide through original and differentiating content.

“OSN viewers will be the first to enjoy a wide range of fascinating series, reality shows and independent films never seen before in the region. Sundance channel is a perfect fit to our exclusive showcase of premium entertainment introducing viewers to bold stories with a fresh and unique point of view.”

Bruce Tuchman, the president of AMC/Sundance Channel Global, added: “This exciting launch will significantly extend the reach of Sundance Channel into new territories throughout the Middle East and North Africa for the first time. We’re looking forward to working closely with OSN, the premier pay-TV platform in the region, to deliver original dramatic series alongside the best independent cinema.”