Electus International Takes On Series from Complex Networks

Electus International has firmed up a deal to distribute seven key series for the global youth culture brand and digital media company Complex Networks.

Electus International will be seeking partnerships with broadcasters and platforms to create Complex programming blocks as well as individual license deals. Complex series to be distributed by Electus include Why We Fight, executive produced by Ronda Rousey; Sneaker Shopping, hosted by sneaker aficionado and Complex’s head of content strategy Joe La Puma; and Complex Closets, also led by La Puma. Further titles in the pact are Magnum Opus, Going Cambo, I Got Wrecked and For the Win.

John Pollak, Electus’s president of worldwide television and international, said: “Complex Networks offers some of the world’s most culturally relevant, incisive and entertaining content across an incredibly broad range of genres and subjects. We’re so happy to be in business with this creative and visionary company to deliver its bold content to audiences around the world.”

“John and his team are truly world-class at identifying audience trends, and working alongside both distributors and content creators to deliver experiences that youth audiences care most deeply about,” said Complex Networks’ senior VP of content, Myles O’Connell. “As we expand our reach internationally, we are thrilled to partner with Electus International to bring our premium content to fans around the globe.”