Natural Born Pranksters: Lionsgate continues prowl for YouTube talent

November 9, 2015 | David Farnor

The rise of web celebs has baffled many in the traditional media industry, as vloggers continue to enjoy popularity with young audiences, something that has carried over from the world of online TV to large-scale conventions, international tours and even … Read More

Seth Laderman to lead Comic-Con SVOD service… next year

June 25, 2015 | David Farnor

Seth Laderman has been hired to lead the new Comic-Con SVOD service.

The site, which will contain exclusive content relating to the 45-year-old fan convention, is designed to turn the comics and pop culture event into “a year-round online experience”.

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Lionsgate teams up with YouTube for The Hunger Games campaign

October 23, 2014 | David Farnor

Lionsgate is teaming up with YouTube for an innovative campaign to promote the next instalment in The Hunger Games.

Mockingjay – Part 1 is released in UK cinemas in November, but fans can already immerse themselves in the world of … Read More

Lionsgate and Tribeca to launch subscription VOD service in 2015

October 21, 2014 | David Farnor

Lionsgate and Tribeca are teaming up to launch a subscription VOD service in 2015.

The partnership between the distributor and Tribeca Enterprises, which owns and operates the Tribeca Film Festival, is a response to the “growing online audience” for premium … Read More