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MUMBAI:
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studio’s (MGM) US television distribution
operation has renewed Reno 911 and Chappelle’s
Show from Comedy Central for third and fourth seasons
in off-network syndication. Both series, which are two of
the network’s hottest comedies, were previously launched
in syndication by MGM last year.
With
this announcement, MGM will handle syndication for both series
for 2009-2010 and 2010-2011 seasons. A number of stations
have already been cleared by the studio.
MGM
will bring both series to next week’s National Association
of Television Progam Executives (Natpe) convention in Las
Vegas, and will handle all station and national ad sales.
MGM
co-president (worldwide television) Jim Packer says, “The
Reno 911 and Chappelle’s Show comedy connects
instantly to today’s young audiences, something which
is becoming difficult to achieve. We are excited to have both
shows back for another run."
At
Natpe 2008, MGM will be an official exhibitor and will host
client meetings. In addition to the earlier mentioned shows,
MGM is bringing an array of programming including the sci-fi
series Stargate Atlantis to the convention.
MGM
will also bring two programming packages to Natpe including
"MGM Presents," a syndication wheel, which features
the shows Stargate SG-1 and Dead Like Me, 26
weeks each without repeats. The studio is also unveiling "MGM
Shaken Not Stirred," which will offer premieres of new
MGM films.
MGM
executive VP (broadcast strategy) John Bryan says, “We’re
excited to be offering such a diverse slate of quality entertainment
from hit comedies Reno 911 and Chappelle’s
Show to innovative alternatives such as 'MGM Presents'
and 'MGM Shaken Not Stirred,' our new movie package.
“With
the new season of Reno 911 off to a strong start on
Comedy Central and Stargate Atlantis, premiering to
a solid mid-season return on sci-fi, our broadcast partners
will truly see the value in these proven properties.”
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