Neil Breakwell, a former VICE Studios executive, has been named head of topical programs at October Films.
Read More »Channel 4 Doc to Reexamine the James Bulger Murder Trial
Channel 4 has commissioned October Films to produce a documentary marking the 25th anniversary of the murder of 2-year-old James Bulger, bringing together those involved in the trial to examine whether justice was served.
Read More »Channel 4 Orders New Docuseries Inside the EU
In the aftermath of the U.K.'s Brexit vote, Channel 4 has commissioned Inside the EU, a tentatively titled documentary series from October Films.
Read More »DCD Rights Scores Presales for Factual Titles
DCD Rights has secured a range of presales for its new factual content, including October Films’ Dangerous Borders: A Journey Across India & Pakistan.
Read More »C4 Unveils New Series with Explorer Levison Wood
Channel 4 has revealed its fourth major series with explorer Levison Wood, tentatively titled From Russia to Iran.
Read More »Channel 4 Orders New Levison Wood Series
LONDON: Channel 4 has picked up Walking the Americas, its third major series with explorer Levison Wood.
Read More »Leadership Shakeup at October Films
LONDON/NEW YORK: October Films has added to its development and production teams in the U.K. and the U.S.
Read More »Discovery Orders Survival Series from October Films
LONDON: October Films has been commissioned by Discovery Channel in the U.S. to produce Trailblazers, a new six-part survival show.
Read More »DRG Adds Clip Show Rude(ish) Tube to Catalogue
LONDON: DRG has picked up the exclusive global rights for Rude(ish) Tube, a family-friendly clip show produced by October Films.
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