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"The Acquisitions department is responsible for buying high quality programming that complements Sky’s strong Original programming slate, bringing world-class TV and film to Sky’s customers."

Katie Keenan (Group Director of Acquisitions)

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Scripted

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OverviewSky’s scripted channels are home to the best of premium and new, international series. Our scripted channels include Sky Max, Sky Atlantic, Sky Witness, Sky Comedy and Sky Sci Fi.What we are looking forWe look for returning and limited series and are open to considering both finished programmes and at a pre-buy level. We search for diverse and fresh series; specifically we look to acquire legal, crime, medical and comedy dramas, plus epic stories with high concept ideas. We also look for new and evergreen science fiction and scripted comedy series, as well as stand-up comedians.What we are not looking for:We do not consider series with low production values or second run titles.The Last of Us:&nbsp;© 2022 Home Box Office, Inc. All rights reserved. HBO® and all related programs are the property of Home Box Office, Inc.

Unscripted

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OverviewSky’s factual channels are home to premium factual, feature length programmes and series, which have high production values and offer fresh insights. Our factual channels include Sky Documentaries, Sky Nature, Sky Crime, Sky Arts and Challenge.What we are looking forWe consider both finished titles and pre-buys. We look for premiere documentaries which provide a new lens on the known, plus we also focus on celebrated artists, architecture, literature and the visual arts specifically. We also want documentaries which support the cultural calendar, e.g. Black History Month and International Women’s Day. In addition, we acquire concerts from internationally-acclaimed music acts, as well as filmed performances of plays and musicals. We also look for cinematic titles focusing on animals in the natural world, as well as standalone stories focusing on high case crimes. Finally, we are always looking for high volume UK game show entertainment.What we are not looking forWe do not consider science, travel or lifestyle documentaries, or titles without animals for Sky Nature specifically. We do not look to acquire titles which have a subjective lens or lack integrity.Nothing Compares:&nbsp;TM &amp; Copyright ©2022 by Paramount Pictures. All rights reserved

Kids

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OverviewSky Kids is home to premium titles for children aged 1-10, which provide meaningful screen time.What we are looking forWe want high quality live action, educational content, anime and premium animations, both well-known and new. Sky Kids is involved with both finished projects and pre buys.What we are not looking forWe do not consider titles which have low production values or are aimed at children over 10.Kidz Bop:&nbsp;© 2022 New Razor & Tie Enterprises LLC d/b/a Kidz Bop. “KIDZ BOP” is a registered trademark of New Razor & Tie Enterprises LLC distributed by Concord Music Group, Inc. All rights reserved.

Cinema

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OverviewSky Cinema is the home of an unrivalled range of the best movies from Hollywood Studios and leading independents. We acquire across all genres including, family, animation, action and adventure, thriller, comedy and sci-fi.What we are looking forWe consider premium, feature length movies with great production values, co-viewing potential, diverse and recognisable cast, emerging talent on screen or behind the camera and with a view to supporting British film. We also acquire a limited volume of internationally recognizable foreign language movies.Our focus is finding new, exclusive first run content and evergreen library to refresh our offering. &nbsp;What we are not looking forWe do not consider shorts or documentaries and try to avoid any submissions lacking commercial appeal or with low production values.The Super Mario Bros Movie: © 2023 Nintendo and Universal Studios. All Rights Reserved.

Store

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OverviewSky Store is the home of a-la-carte movies and series box sets. Audiences can buy or rent movies at home often while films are still playing in theatres and access a huge volume of titles. We acquire all genres from Hollywood blockbusters to fan favourites and popular series.What We’re Looking ForBrilliant movies and series that audiences will love to watch and rewatch again and again. We’re seeking a wide range of content to suite many different audiences from mass appeal to lesser-known quality niche and internationally recognizable foreign language titles.What We’re Not Looking ForWe generally try to avoid content that lacks ownership appeal or has low production values and do not consider single title or short-term agreements.Barbie: © 2023 Warner Bros. Ent. All Rights Reserved

Acquisitions

"The Acquisitions department is responsible for buying high quality programming that complements Sky’s strong Original programming slate, bringing world-class TV and film to Sky’s customers."

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