Virgin 1 Picks Up City in Fear from NBCU

LONDON, January 8: Virgin Media Television’s recently
launched entertainment channel Virgin 1 has secured the exclusive premiere
rights in the U.K. for City in Fear from
NBC Universal International Television Distribution, for debut this month.

The dramatic investigative series looks at terror and evil
that has shaken America, and probes into these acts of violence to explore the
effects on the national psyche. Each of the 10 one-hour episodes will look at a
different series of horrific events—including The Versace Murder, BTK
Killer, Beltway Snipers and the L.A. Riots—and will use news footage,
with updated interviews and an insider’s point of view from key witnesses.

Amy Barham, Virgin 1’s head of acquisitions, said: “Virgin
1’s viewers have shown us that they love crime investigation, so we know that
they will enjoy this unique look at some of America’s most high-profile and
shocking crimes. City In Fear will be an
exciting addition to our winter lineup.”

—By Kristin Brzoznowski