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Campaign ME
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Campaign ME
beIN, Sony Pictures Entertainment extend content deal across MENA
beIN Media Group has extended its longstanding content agreement with Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE), securing exclusive multi-year rights to a broad portfolio of acclaimed television series and films which will come to beIN's audiences across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), and Turkey. As part of the renewed deal, beIN will continue to hold first and second window rights to several film titles from SPE's diverse library. In the Middle East, content will be available in both Arabic and English across beIN's entertainment channels, beIN ON DEMAND, and on its OTT platforms, TOD and beIN CONNECT. In Turkey, content will be available in English and Turkish via Digiturk's entertainment channels, as well as TOD and beIN CONNECT. 'We are proud to extend our valued relationship with Sony Pictures Entertainment — a creative powerhouse that continues to captivate global audiences,' said Esra Özaral Altop, Chief Entertainment Content Officer, beIN Media Group. 'This renewed agreement not only reflects our dedication to curating premium entertainment for viewers across MENA and Türkiye, but also marks a new chapter in strengthening our entertainment portfolio.' SPE's upcoming slate includes highly anticipated titles such as I Know What You Did Last Summer, 28 Years Later, Until Dawn, and Karate Kid: Legends. The agreement could also allow audiences to watch recent hits like Venom: The Last Dance, Kraven the Hunter, Saturday Night, the Oscar-winning I'm Still Here, and Paddington in Peru coming to beIN's audiences. For television series, the agreement covers fan-favourites including Outlander (Seasons 1-8), The Good Doctor (Seasons 1-7), Twisted Metal (Season 1-2), and anime hits from Crunchyroll: Jujutsu Kaisen and My Hero Academia (Seasons 1-2). 'Our passion at Sony Pictures is to bring great stories to great audiences, and our friends and partners at beIN remain the perfect home to bring this plethora of amazing content to audiences across MENA and Turkey,' said Mark Young, EVP, Distribution & Networks, EMEA, Sony Pictures Television. 'We are thrilled that their wide audiences will continue to enjoy the wealth of content from SPE's future slate as well as our vast library of beloved classics, and we join them in being incredibly pleased to make this announcement today' First signed in 2021, the renewed agreement aims to build on the longstanding collaboration between beIN and SPE, while underscoring beIN's position as a global entertainment network.
Qatar Tribune
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Qatar Tribune
beIN renews Sony Pictures dealacross MENA & Türkiye regions
Tribune News Network DOHA beIN MEDIA GROUP (beIN), the leading global media group, has announced the extension of its long-standing content agreement with Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE), securing exclusive multi-year rights to a broad portfolio of award-winning films and acclaimed television series for audiences across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and Türkiye. The renewed partnership ensures that beIN will retain first and second window rights to a wide array of SPE's blockbuster films, iconic classics, and genre-defining TV series. Upcoming and recent titles expected to reach beIN audiences include I Know What You Did Last Summer, 28 Years Later, Until Dawn, and Karate Kid: Legends. Also part of the line-up are Venom: The Last Dance, Kraven the Hunter, Saturday Night, and I'm Still Here—the 2025 Academy Award winner for Best International Feature Film. Audiences can also look forward to the heartwarming Paddington in Peru. The agreement covers a variety of hit series as well. Fans will be able to enjoy complete seasons of Outlander (Seasons 1 to 8), The Good Doctor (Seasons 1 to 7), and Twisted Metal (Seasons 1 and 2). In addition, anime lovers will appreciate the inclusion of popular titles from Crunchyroll such as Jujutsu Kaisen and My Hero Academia (Seasons 1 and 2). In MENA, this content will be available in both Arabic and English across beIN's entertainment channels, beIN ON DEMAND, and its leading OTT platforms TOD and beIN CONNECT. In Türkiye, viewers can enjoy content in English and Turkish through Digiturk's entertainment channels, as well as on TOD and beIN CONNECT. Esra Özaral Altop, Chief Entertainment Content Officer at beIN MEDIA GROUP, said: 'We are proud to extend our valued relationship with Sony Pictures Entertainment — a creative powerhouse that continues to captivate global audiences. This renewed agreement not only reflects our dedication to curating premium entertainment for viewers across MENA and Türkiye, but also marks a new chapter in strengthening our entertainment portfolio. From iconic blockbusters to genre-defining series, we remain committed to delivering bold, diverse, and unforgettable stories that resonate with every audience.'
Broadcast Pro
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
BeIN extends content deal with Sony Pictures Entertainment across MENA and Türkiye
As part of the renewed deal, beIN will continue to hold first and second window rights to several film titles from SPE's diverse library. BeIN Media Group has renewed its longstanding partnership with Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE), securing exclusive multi-year rights to a wide selection of critically acclaimed films and television series for viewers across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and Türkiye. The extended agreement ensures beIN audiences will continue to enjoy top-tier content from SPE's extensive library following its theatrical release window. The renewed deal grants beIN first and second window rights to a range of SPE's hit titles, including blockbusters, award-winning classics, and popular TV series. Viewers in MENA will be able to access this content in both Arabic and English via beIN's entertainment channels, beIN On Demand, and its over-the-top (OTT) platforms TOD and beIN Connect. In Türkiye, the content will be offered in both English and Turkish through Digiturk's entertainment channels and the same streaming platforms. SPE's upcoming release slate features several hotly anticipated titles such as I Know What You Did Last Summer, 28 Years Later, Until Dawn, and Karate Kid: Legends. The agreement could also bring recent box office hits like Venom: The Last Dance, Kraven the Hunter, Saturday Night, the Oscar-winning I'm Still Here (Best International Feature Film, 2025), and Paddington in Peru to beIN's content lineup. The deal further encompasses a strong catalogue of popular television series, including all eight seasons of Outlander, seven seasons of The Good Doctor, both seasons of Twisted Metal, and beloved anime titles from Crunchyroll, such as Jujutsu Kaisen and My Hero Academia (Seasons 1–2). Commenting on the extended deal, Esra Özaral Altop, Chief Entertainment Content Officer, beIN Media Group, said: 'We are proud to extend our valued relationship with Sony Pictures Entertainment — a creative powerhouse that continues to captivate global audiences. This renewed agreement not only reflects our dedication to curating premium entertainment for viewers across MENA and Türkiye, but also marks a new chapter in strengthening our entertainment portfolio. From iconic blockbusters to genre-defining series, we remain committed to delivering bold, diverse, and unforgettable stories that resonate with every audience.' Mark Young, EVP, Distribution & Networks, EMEA, Sony Pictures Television, added: 'Our passion at Sony Pictures is to bring great stories to great audiences, and our friends and partners at beIN remain the perfect home to bring this plethora of amazing content to audiences across MENA and Türkiye. We are thrilled that their wide audiences will continue to enjoy the wealth of content from SPE's future slate as well as our vast library of beloved classics, and we join them in being incredibly pleased to make this announcement today.' First signed in 2021, the renewed agreement builds on the longstanding collaboration between beIN and Sony Pictures Entertainment.
Campaign ME
04-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Campaign ME
beIN and The Walt Disney Company extend content agreement
beIN Media Group has extended its content agreement with The Walt Disney Company in 24 countries across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Under the new deal, beIN secures the broadcast rights to Disney Channel and Disney Junior across the MENA region in English and Arabic. The agreement also ensures that beIN will continue offering premium content to its subscribers across a wide range of channels, including National Geographic, National Geographic Wild, Baby TV, Star Movies, Star World, and Star Action. Viewers can catch up on select content under the agreement via beIN's OTT platform, beIN Connect. 'We are delighted to extend our collaboration with The Walt Disney Company, continuing to deliver the premium content our viewers in the region expect,' said Esra Özaral Altop, Chief Entertainment Content Officer, beIN Media Group. 'The addition of two new channels, Disney Channel and Disney Junior, promise to offer our young audience hours of entertainment and adventure. With select content also available on-demand, beIN is reinforcing its commitment to bringing premium entertainment to MENA and solidifying its position as the broadcaster of choice for families across the region.' Some of the most notable titles coming to beIN's screens for young viewers on Disney Channel include Miraculous, following the adventures of Ladybug and Cat Noir as they protect Paris from supervillains; Phineas and Ferb, a fun-filled series about two inventive stepbrothers and their wild summer adventures; Monsters at Work, a spin-off from the beloved Monsters, Inc., bringing new laughs and challenges to the monster world; and on Disney Junior, titles including Mickey and Friends, a heartwarming series about friendship and teamwork; Ariel, an exciting underwater adventure with the iconic Little Mermaid; Winnie the Pooh, the classic, lovable tales of Pooh and his friends in the Hundred Acre Wood; and Bluey, a delightful show about a lovable Australian puppy and her family. 'We are pleased to be extending our collaboration with beIN Media Group. Our Disney Channel and Disney Junior channels are home to some of the most beloved content for young audiences,' said Vasilis Iliopoulos, VP, Country Manager MENA, The Walt Disney Company. 'From fan-favorite Mickey and Friends to global phenomenon, Bluey, the Channels are full of non-stop entertainment for the families across the region. Our continued collaboration with beIN allows for more families to enjoy this premium content and discover new favorites from the Disney brand.' Meanwhile, the Star channels will continue bringing beIN subscribers the best-in-class fan favorites, including Life of Pi, a visually stunning tale of survival and faith; 12 Years a Slave, an Oscar-winning story of resilience and freedom; Project Runway, where aspiring fashion designers compete for the top prize; The Amazing Race, a thrilling global adventure where teams race across the world; MasterChef, a culinary competition with the world's best home cooks; the Taken trilogy, a fast-paced action-packed series starring Liam Neeson; and Grey's Anatomy, the beloved medical drama that continues to capture hearts. The partnership, dating back to 2022, aims to reinforce beIN and The Walt Disney Company's commitment to delivering world-class entertainment to beIN's MENA subscribers. The continued collaboration with The Walt Disney Company ensures that audiences across the region will continue to enjoy a rich and diverse array of premium content for years to come.
Broadcast Pro
04-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
BeIN Media Group extends Disney content deal across MENA
BeIN Media Group has renewed its content partnership with The Walt Disney Company, securing exclusive broadcast rights for Disney Channel and Disney Junior across 24 countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The channels will be available in both English and Arabic, expanding beIN's premium offerings for young audiences. The extended agreement also ensures continued access to a variety of Disney-owned channels, including National Geographic, National Geographic Wild, Baby TV, Star Movies, Star World and Star Action. Additionally, select content will be available on-demand via beIN's OTT platform, beIN CONNECT. Esra Özaral Altop, Chief Entertainment Content Officer, BeIN Media Group, said: 'We are delighted to extend our collaboration with The Walt Disney Company, continuing to deliver the premium content our viewers in the region expect. The addition of two new channels, Disney Channel and Disney Junior, promise to offer our young audience hours of entertainment and adventure. With select content also available on-demand, beIN is reinforcing its commitment to bringing premium entertainment to MENA and solidifying its position as the broadcaster of choice for families across the region.' Vasilis Iliopoulos, VP, Country Manager MENA, The Walt Disney Company, added: 'We are pleased to be extending our collaboration with beIN MEDIA GROUP. Our Disney Channel and Disney Junior channels are home to some of the most beloved content for young audiences. From fan-favorite Mickey and Friends to global phenomenon, Bluey , the Channels are full of non-stop entertainment for the families across the region. Our continued collaboration with beIN allows for more families to enjoy this premium content and discover new favorites from the Disney brand.' Some of the most notable titles coming to beIN's screens for young viewers on Disney Channel include Miraculous , following the adventures of Ladybug and Cat Noir as they protect Paris from supervillains; Phineas and Ferb , a fun-filled series about two inventive stepbrothers and their wild summer adventures; Monsters at Work , a spin-off from the beloved Monsters, Inc. , bringing new laughs and challenges to the monster world; and on Disney Junior, titles including Mickey and Friends , a heartwarming series about friendship and teamwork; Ariel , an exciting underwater adventure with the iconic Little Mermaid; Winnie the Pooh , the classic, lovable tales of Pooh and his friends in the Hundred Acre Wood; and Bluey , a delightful show about a lovable Australian puppy and her family. Meanwhile, the STAR channels will continue bringing beIN subscribers the best-in-class fan favorites, including Life of Pi , a visually stunning tale of survival and faith; 12 Years a Slave , an Oscar-winning story of resilience and freedom; Project Runway , where aspiring fashion designers compete for the top prize; The Amazing Race , a thrilling global adventure where teams race across the world; MasterChef , a culinary competition with the world's best home cooks; the Taken trilogy, a fast-paced action-packed series starring Liam Neeson; and Grey's Anatomy , the beloved medical drama that continues to capture hearts. The partnership, dating back to 2022, reinforces beIN and The Walt Disney Company's commitment to delivering exceptional, world-class entertainment to beIN's MENA subscribers.
