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29-05-2025
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PRODUCTION BEGINS ON GLOBAL'S PRIVATE EYES WEST COAST
Jason Priestley and Cindy Sampson Reunite in Victoria, B.C. for the Highly-Anticipated Spinoff TORONTO, May 29, 2025 /CNW/ - Cameras are set to roll on Private Eyes West Coast, as Global, Lionsgate Canada, and Piller/Segan confirm production kicks off on Thursday, June 5 on Vancouver Island. The new ten-episode spinoff series sees Canadian stars Jason Priestley and Cindy Sampson return as Matt Shade and Angie Everett – TV's favourite private investigators – now navigating a fresh set of mysteries in their new West Coast home base of Victoria, B.C. With the Pacific Ocean as their backdrop and a new cast of characters joining the action, Private Eyes West Coast promises a sun-soaked, suspense-filled season. Picking up after the events of the original hit series – which ran for five seasons on Global (2016-2021), won the CSA Golden Screen Award, and was licensed in over 180 territories worldwide – this spinoff brings back the quick-witted, sizzling chemistry, and high-stakes detective work that made Private Eyes a fan favourite across Canada and around the world. Production is set to run through the summer, with the first look at Shade and Everett's new coastal digs coming soon. Additional information including casting and storyline details will be announced at a later date. The series comes from Lionsgate Canada and Shawn Piller & Lloyd Segan, the award-winning, writer-driven studio known for premium, character-centered series including Wild Cards (CBC, The CW), The Dead Zone, Haven, Wildfire, Greek, and the original Private Eyes. Corus Entertainment is the commissioning broadcaster with Rachel Nelson, VP, Original Programming and Head of Corus Studios, and Lynne Carter, Director, Original Programming, overseeing the production. Lionsgate Television handles international distribution. "We're thrilled to reunite Jason and Cindy for this next chapter of Private Eyes, and to be reteaming with our longtime partners at Corus and our good friend Jocelyn Hamilton, along with our extended Lionsgate family," said Piller & Segan, Executive Producers. "Victoria gives us a new cinematic canvas and a chance to evolve the series in fresh and unexpected ways. This is a west coast reinvention– same sharp wit, same beloved lead characters, brand new mysteries,with stunning new views." "Private Eyes West Coast builds on the brilliance and charm that made the original series a hit, while introducing a bold new setting and cast of characters in this spinoff. We're thrilled to partner with Piller/Segan, and Corus to bring a fresh, west coast energy to the franchise," said Jocelyn Hamilton, President, Television, Lionsgate Canada. "Audiences are in for a smart, stylish ride that stays true to the heart of the original while blazing its own trail." "We're thrilled to see cameras roll on Private Eyes West Coast in British Columbia" said Rachel Nelson, VP, Original Programming and Head of Corus Studios. "Together with our talented partners at Piller/Segan and Lionsgate Canada, this new spinoff series will offer some new surprises with the same Shade and Angie banter that our Global viewers love." Executive Producers are Sarah Dodd (Cardinal, Family Law), Jennifer Kassabian (Hudson & Rex, Degrassi: Next Class), Jocelyn Hamilton (Cardinal, Burden of Truth) and Jason Priestley, in addition to Piller & Segan. Kassabian and Dodd also serve as Showrunners. Piller will also direct the pilot episode, and season directors will include Jason Priestley, James Genn (Wild Cards, The Good Doctor), Shannon Kholi (Resident Alien, You) and Alysse Leite-Rogers (When Calls The Heart, Family Law). Global is a Corus Entertainment Network and is available through all major TV distributors, including: Bell, Cogeco, Eastlink, Rogers, SaskTel, Shaw, Shaw Direct, Telus, Videotron and STACKTV, streaming available on Amazon Prime Video Channels, Bell Fibe TV app, FuboTV, Rogers Ignite TV and Ignite SmartStream. The Global TV App is available on iOS, Android, Chromecast, Android TV, Apple TV, LG Smart TVs, Amazon Fire TV, Samsung Smart TVs, Roku streaming players, Roku TV™ models, and at SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: Facebook: Instagram: @globaltv TikTok: @globaltvLinkedIn: About Corus Entertainment Inc. Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX: CJR.B) is a leading media and content company that develops, delivers and distributes high quality brands and content across platforms for audiences around the world. Engaging audiences since 1999, the company's portfolio of multimedia offerings encompass 30 specialty television services, 36 radio stations, 15 conventional television stations, digital and streaming platforms, and social digital agency and media services. Corus' roster of premium brands includes Global Television, W Network, Flavour Network, Home Network, The HISTORY® Channel, Showcase, Slice, Adult Swim, National Geographic and Global News, along with streaming platforms STACKTV, TELETOON+, the Global TV App and Curiouscast. For more information visit About Lionsgate CanadaLionsgate Canada is a talent-driven leader in entertainment production and distribution, serving Canadian and global audiences with award-winning content and a massive film and television library. The studio has a rich legacy of producing high-quality Canadian content for the domestic market and audiences around the world. From blockbusters to hidden gems, Lionsgate Canada also distributes fan-favourite content across a vast catalogue, including a diverse portfolio of Quebec films via Les Films Séville. About Piller/SeganPiller/Segan is an award-winning, writer-driven production company with development and production operations in Toronto, Vancouver, and Los Angeles. Known for bold, character-centered storytelling, the company has produced hundreds of hours of premium television—translated into over 30 languages and seen in more than 185 countries—earning honors including Emmy, Peabody, Saturn, GLAAD, and Humanitas Awards. A pure content company, Piller/Segan invests in itself and the creators it champions. With a track record of building from the ground up and delivering exceptional value at every price point, the company is committed to unforgettable viewer experiences and meaningful partnerships. Piller/Segan is focused on nurturing talent, building lasting global IP, and delivering stories that resonate credits include Wild Cards (CBC, The CW, Prime Video), Private Eyes (Global) and its upcoming spinoff Private Eyes West Coast (Global), The Dead Zone (USA Network), Haven (Syfy), Greek and Wildfire (ABC Family/ Freeform), as well as Sexy Evil Genius (Lionsgate) and Sea Change (Lifetime). SOURCE Global Television View original content to download multimedia: Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
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29-05-2025
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PRODUCTION BEGINS ON GLOBAL'S PRIVATE EYES WEST COAST
Jason Priestley and Cindy Sampson Reunite in Victoria, B.C. for the Highly-Anticipated Spinoff TORONTO, May 29, 2025 /CNW/ - Cameras are set to roll on Private Eyes West Coast, as Global, Lionsgate Canada, and Piller/Segan confirm production kicks off on Thursday, June 5 on Vancouver Island. The new ten-episode spinoff series sees Canadian stars Jason Priestley and Cindy Sampson return as Matt Shade and Angie Everett – TV's favourite private investigators – now navigating a fresh set of mysteries in their new West Coast home base of Victoria, B.C. With the Pacific Ocean as their backdrop and a new cast of characters joining the action, Private Eyes West Coast promises a sun-soaked, suspense-filled season. Picking up after the events of the original hit series – which ran for five seasons on Global (2016-2021), won the CSA Golden Screen Award, and was licensed in over 180 territories worldwide – this spinoff brings back the quick-witted, sizzling chemistry, and high-stakes detective work that made Private Eyes a fan favourite across Canada and around the world. Production is set to run through the summer, with the first look at Shade and Everett's new coastal digs coming soon. Additional information including casting and storyline details will be announced at a later date. The series comes from Lionsgate Canada and Shawn Piller & Lloyd Segan, the award-winning, writer-driven studio known for premium, character-centered series including Wild Cards (CBC, The CW), The Dead Zone, Haven, Wildfire, Gree k, and the original Private Eyes. Corus Entertainment is the commissioning broadcaster with Rachel Nelson, VP, Original Programming and Head of Corus Studios, and Lynne Carter, Director, Original Programming, overseeing the production. Lionsgate Television handles international distribution. "We're thrilled to reunite Jason and Cindy for this next chapter of Private Eyes, and to be reteaming with our longtime partners at Corus and our good friend Jocelyn Hamilton, along with our extended Lionsgate family," said Piller & Segan, Executive Producers. "Victoria gives us a new cinematic canvas and a chance to evolve the series in fresh and unexpected ways. This is a west coast reinvention– same sharp wit, same beloved lead characters, brand new mysteries,with stunning new views." " Private Eyes West Coast builds on the brilliance and charm that made the original series a hit, while introducing a bold new setting and cast of characters in this spinoff. We're thrilled to partner with Piller/Segan, and Corus to bring a fresh, west coast energy to the franchise," said Jocelyn Hamilton, President, Television, Lionsgate Canada. "Audiences are in for a smart, stylish ride that stays true to the heart of the original while blazing its own trail." "We're thrilled to see cameras roll on Private Eyes West Coast in British Columbia" said Rachel Nelson, VP, Original Programming and Head of Corus Studios. "Together with our talented partners at Piller/Segan and Lionsgate Canada, this new spinoff series will offer some new surprises with the same Shade and Angie banter that our Global viewers love." Executive Producers are Sarah Dodd (Cardinal, Family Law), Jennifer Kassabian (Hudson & Rex, Degrassi: Next Class), Jocelyn Hamilton (Cardinal, Burden of Truth) and Jason Priestley, in addition to Piller & Segan. Kassabian and Dodd also serve as Showrunners. Piller will also direct the pilot episode, and season directors will include Jason Priestley, James Genn (Wild Cards, The Good Doctor), Shannon Kholi (Resident Alien, You) and Alysse Leite-Rogers (When Calls The Heart, Family Law). Global is a Corus Entertainment Network and is available through all major TV distributors, including: Bell, Cogeco, Eastlink, Rogers, SaskTel, Shaw, Shaw Direct, Telus, Videotron and STACKTV, streaming available on Amazon Prime Video Channels, Bell Fibe TV app, FuboTV, Rogers Ignite TV and Ignite SmartStream. The Global TV App is available on iOS, Android, Chromecast, Android TV, Apple TV, LG Smart TVs, Amazon Fire TV, Samsung Smart TVs, Roku streaming players, Roku TV™ models, and at About Corus Entertainment Inc. Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX: CJR.B) is a leading media and content company that develops, delivers and distributes high quality brands and content across platforms for audiences around the world. Engaging audiences since 1999, the company's portfolio of multimedia offerings encompass 30 specialty television services, 36 radio stations, 15 conventional television stations, digital and streaming platforms, and social digital agency and media services. Corus' roster of premium brands includes Global Television, W Network, Flavour Network, Home Network, The HISTORY ® Channel, Showcase, Slice, Adult Swim, National Geographic and Global News, along with streaming platforms STACKTV, TELETOON+, the Global TV App and Curiouscast. For more information visit About Lionsgate Canada Lionsgate Canada is a talent-driven leader in entertainment production and distribution, serving Canadian and global audiences with award-winning content and a massive film and television library. The studio has a rich legacy of producing high-quality Canadian content for the domestic market and audiences around the world. From blockbusters to hidden gems, Lionsgate Canada also distributes fan-favourite content across a vast catalogue, including a diverse portfolio of Quebec films via Les Films Séville. About Piller/Segan Piller/Segan is an award-winning, writer-driven production company with development and production operations in Toronto, Vancouver, and Los Angeles. Known for bold, character-centered storytelling, the company has produced hundreds of hours of premium television—translated into over 30 languages and seen in more than 185 countries—earning honors including Emmy, Peabody, Saturn, GLAAD, and Humanitas Awards. A pure content company, Piller/Segan invests in itself and the creators it champions. With a track record of building from the ground up and delivering exceptional value at every price point, the company is committed to unforgettable viewer experiences and meaningful partnerships. Piller/Segan is focused on nurturing talent, building lasting global IP, and delivering stories that resonate worldwide. Notable credits include Wild Cards (CBC, The CW, Prime Video), Private Eyes (Global) and its upcoming spinoff Private Eyes West Coast (Global), The Dead Zone (USA Network), Haven (Syfy), Greek and Wildfire (ABC Family/ Freeform), as well as Sexy Evil Genius (Lionsgate) and Sea Change (Lifetime). SOURCE Global Television
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18-03-2025
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GLOBAL GREENLIGHTS PRIVATE EYES WEST COAST, NEW CANADIAN ORIGINAL SERIES FROM LIONSGATE CANADA AND PILLER/SEGAN
Canadian Stars Jason Priestley and Cindy Sampson to Reprise Their Roles of Matt Shade and Angie Everett in Private Eyes Spinoff To share this release: TORONTO, March 18, 2025 /CNW/ - Today, Global announced it has greenlit a new Canadian original scripted series Private Eyes West Coast, a spinoff of the iconic and hugely popular Global Original Private Eyes, which aired on the network for five seasons from 2016-2021. Starring Jason Priestley and Cindy Sampson, reprising their roles as Matt Shade and Angie Everett, the series comes from Lionsgate Canada and Piller/Segan. Summer on the west coast has never been hotter as viewers will find Matt Shade (Jason Priestley) and Angie Everett (Cindy Sampson) leading surprisingly different lives in Victoria, B.C. With a group of new friends, and fresh faces to help them, TV's favourite PIs adapt to a whole new world of cases in this vibrant west coast spinoff of Private Eyes. "I am thrilled to be part of the Private Eyes West Coast spinoff, bringing Matt Shade back to the screen," said Jason Priestley, series co-lead. "The Private Eyes series has been such a global success thanks to our incredible partners and talented teams at Corus, Lionsgate Canada and Piller/Segan, and I can't wait for our audiences to see what surprises our new world has in store." "This marks the first time Corus has greenlit a spinoff of one of our homegrown scripted series," said Rachel Nelson, VP, Original Programming and Head of Corus Studios. "Private Eyes resonated so deeply with viewers at home and abroad, and alongside our valued production partners, we're so excited to see Shade and Angie now on the beautiful coast of British Columbia." "We're delighted to reunite with Corus and Piller/Segan for Private Eyes West Coast and bring back the talented acting duo of Jason Priestley and Cindy Sampson," said Jocelyn Hamilton, President, Television, Lionsgate Canada. "We can't wait to reveal the surprises we have in store for audiences in this highly anticipated new series." Additional information including casting, start of production and storyline details for Private Eyes West Coast will be announced at a later date. The series comes from Lionsgate Canada and Piller/Segan, with Lionsgate Television managing international distribution. Shawn Piller and Lloyd Segan are acclaimed producers of commercially exciting premium television programming spanning the past thirty years including, in addition to Private Eyes, Wild Cards (CBC, The CW), adaptations of Stephen King's novels Haven (Syfy) and The Dead Zone (USA Network) and ABC Family's Greek and Wildfire. Corus Entertainment is the commissioning broadcaster with Rachel Nelson, VP, Original Programming and Head of Corus Studios, and Lynne Carter, Director, Original Programming, overseeing the production. Global is a Corus Entertainment Network and is available through all major TV distributors, including: Bell, Cogeco, Eastlink, Rogers, SaskTel, Shaw, Shaw Direct, Telus, Videotron and STACKTV, streaming available on Amazon Prime Video Channels, Bell Fibe TV app, FuboTV, Rogers Ignite TV and Ignite SmartStream. The Global TV App is available on iOS, Android, Chromecast, Android TV, Apple TV, LG Smart TVs, Amazon Fire TV, Samsung Smart TVs, Roku streaming players, Roku TV™ models, and at SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: Facebook: Instagram:@globaltv TikTok:@globaltv LinkedIn: About Corus Entertainment Inc. Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX: CJR.B) is a leading media and content company that develops and delivers high quality brands and content across platforms for audiences around the world. Engaging audiences since 1999, the company's portfolio of multimedia offerings encompass 30 specialty television services, 37 radio stations, 15 conventional television stations, digital and streaming platforms, and social digital agency and media services. Corus' roster of premium brands includes Global Television, W Network, Flavour Network, Home Network, The HISTORY® Channel, Showcase, Slice, Adult Swim, National Geographic and Global News, along with streaming platforms STACKTV, TELETOON+, the Global TV App and Curiouscast. Corus is also an internationally-renowned content creator, producer and distributor as well as the domestic advertising representative and an original content partner for Pluto TV, a Paramount Company. For more information visit About Lionsgate CanadaLionsgate Canada is a talent-driven leader in entertainment production and distribution, serving Canadian and global audiences with award-winning content and a massive film and television library. The studio has a rich legacy of producing high-quality Canadian content for the domestic market and audiences around the world. From blockbusters to hidden gems, Lionsgate Canada also distributes fan-favourite content across a vast catalogue, including a diverse portfolio of Quebec films via Les Films Séville. About Piller/SeganPiller/Segan is a globally recognized production company based in Toronto and Los Angeles, founded by critically acclaimed producers Shawn Piller and Lloyd Segan. Together they have produced hundreds of hours of award-winning programming, which have been translated into 30 languages for 186 countries worldwide. Their projects span multiple seasons, attract a devoted fanbase, and garner prestigious industry-wide recognitions including CSA, Emmy, GLAAD, Humanitas, Peabody, and Saturn Awards. Piller/Segan's notable television credits include Wild Cards (CBC, CW), Private Eyes (Global, ION), adaptations of Stephen King's novels Haven (Syfy) and The Dead Zone (USA Network), and ABC Family's Greek and Wildfire. Additional credits include feature film Sexy Evil Genius, distributed by Lionsgate, and Lifetime's Sea Change. SOURCE Global View original content to download multimedia:
