MIPCOM Spotlight: Smithsonian Channel

CANNES: Smithsonian Channel is at MIPCOM looking for co-production partners as well as acquisitions.

“Our viewers expect us to provide an entertaining and thought-provoking alternative to much of the reality-type programming that dominates nonfiction television today,” says David Royle, the executive VP of programming and production. “We’re both producing and looking for programming that features dramatic storytelling and new insights, and also has integrity.”

Among the channel’s highlights are The Real Jesus of Nazareth, which celebrates the 40th anniversary of the miniseries Jesus of Nazareth.

“We’re also very excited about Sacred Sites, which is a beautifully filmed and crafted six-part series on the world’s most remarkable and mysterious religious locations,” says Royle.