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Rlje Films, a business unit of AMC Networks, has picked up select rights to the horror film, Anything For Jackson, from Shudder, AMC Networks’ premium streaming service for horror, thriller and the supernatural. Rlje Films will release Anything For Jackson on VOD, Digital, DVD and Blu-ray on June 15, 2021.

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Directed by Justin G. Dyck (Christmas With a Prince) and written by Keith Cooper (A Witches’ Ball), Anything For Jackson stars Sheila McCarthy (The Broken Hearts Gallery,...

Rlje Films, a business unit of AMC Networks, has picked up select rights to the horror film, Anything For Jackson, from Shudder, AMC Networks’ premium streaming service for horror, thriller and the supernatural. Rlje Films will release Anything For Jackson on VOD, Digital, DVD and Blu-ray on June 15, 2021. ‘

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Directed by Justin G. Dyck (Christmas With a Prince) and written by Keith Cooper (A Witches’ Ball), Anything For Jackson stars Sheila McCarthy (The Broken Hearts Gallery, Die Hard 2), Julian Richings (Spare Parts, Man of Steel), Konstantina Mantelos (“Miss Misery”, “Paranormal 911”) and Yannick Bisson (“Murdoch Mysteries”). Rlje Films will release Anything For Jackson on DVD for an Srp of $27.97 and Blu-ray for an Srp of $28.96.

In Anything For Jackson, after a tragic car accident that took their grandson’s life, Audrey and Henry are unable to go on without him. Following the guidance of their ancient spell book,...

French Canadian producer-distributor Datsit Sphere has acquired factual and kids production company Bgm, formerly known as Bristow Global Media, from the embattled Kew Media Group.

The acquisition of Bgm by Datsit Sphere, best known for primetime drama and comedy, marks the company’s first foray into English-language factual entertainment.

Toronto-based Bgm was formed in 2013 to create multi-genre, multiplatform content and is now headed by new CEO Marlo Miazga after founder Julie Bristow left the company in November of last year. The Bgm’s slate includes “Haunted Hospitals,” “The Story of Us,” “Paranormal 911” and the upcoming “Paranormal Nightshift.”

Bgm was bought by Canada’s Kew Media Group as part of a major acquisitions drive in early 2017 ahead its formal launch. Kew Media Group ceased trading permanently in January and was placed into administration earlier this month, with all directors exiting the company.

Fti Consulting Canada has been appointed receiver for the business,...

Smithsonian Channel takes Us rights to ‘Tower of London’ docuseries

The Smithsonian Channel has acquired North American rights to docuseries “Inside the Tower of London” from All3Media International

The hybrid history and behind-the-scenes series is produced by All3Media group’s Lion Television.

The 8 x 60-minute “Inside the Tower of London” explores 1,000 years of history as well as modern life at one of Britain’s oldest landmarks, from its royal connections to its iconic Beefeaters.

David Royle, Evp and chief programming officer at Smithsonian Networks, said: “Inside the Tower of London presents a definitive look inside this historic royal fortress, combining compelling stories of its haunting past with a fascinating look at how it operates today.”

Maria Ishak, Svp of sales, North America at All3Media International, commented: “This series brings a unique perspective and fresh approach that today’s international broadcasters – and viewers – are looking for in factual programming.”

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