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4 days ago
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Cineverse's Dog Whisperer and Bob Ross FAST Channels Expand into Australia with Samsung TV Plus Australia Launch
LOS ANGELES, June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Cineverse (Nasdaq: CNVS), a next-generation entertainment studio, today announced the launch of its popular Dog Whisperer and Bob Ross channels on Samsung TV Plus Australia, marking the first time both channels have expanded into the country. Starting May 21, the channels will be available in the AU territory via Samsung's free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) platform. Since Dog Whisperer debuted on Cineverse in January 2024, with all nine seasons and 160 episodes of Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan, it has quickly become a top-performing channel for the Company. Cineverse holds the global rights to the famed pet dog series starring Cesar Millan, distributing it across multiple platforms, including launching the Dog Whisperer channel on Samsung TV Plus in the U.S. this past December. The Bob Ross Channel, a Cineverse partnership with Bob Ross Inc. and American Public Television since April 2020, quickly became one of the most popular FAST channels in the U.S. It is home to nearly 400 episodes of "The Joy of Painting," providing a nonstop feed of the iconic instructional painting show. Earlier this year, The Bob Ross Channel premiered the 13-episode series "The Joy of Painting with Nicholas Hankins: Bob Ross' Unfinished Season," in which certified Bob Ross instructor Nicholas Hankins completes Ross' final paintings, helping continue his legacy and inspire artists around the world. "Our Dog Whisperer and Bob Ross channels have captivated audiences around the globe with their timeless content and beloved characters," said Alexandra Viglione, Cineverse Vice President, Partnerships. "Given their strong track record of success, now is the perfect time to expand the reach of both channels and bring these hit shows to fans in Australia through our continuing partnership with Samsung TV Plus." "Even when Bob Ross was alive, Australians were really drawn to him and his painting technique," says Bob Ross Inc. president Joan Kowalski. "This is a wonderful move." About Cineverse StreamingCineverse owns and/or operates a wide range of premium streaming brands, from free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channels to subscription video-on-demand (SVOD) apps. These span fandoms – from single IP channels around pop cultural icons such as Bob Ross, The Dog Whisperer with Cesar Milan, Garfield and Barney, to channels curated for fans of Horror (Screambox, Midnight Pulp), Pan-Asian and Anime (RetroCrush, AsianCrush), Comedy (Comedy Dynamics), Documentary and Crime (Crime Hunters, Docurama), Independent Film (Fandor), Romance and Rom Coms (Dove Channel), to name a few. About CineverseCineverse (Nasdaq: CNVS) is a next-generation entertainment studio that empowers creators and entertains fans with a wide breadth of content through the power of technology. It has developed a new blueprint for delivering entertainment experiences to passionate audiences and results for its partners with unprecedented efficiency, and distributes more than 71,000 premium films, series, and podcasts. Cineverse connects fans with bold, authentic, independent stories. Properties include the highest-grossing non-rated film in U.S. history; dozens of streaming fandom channels; a premier podcast network; top horror destination Bloody Disgusting; and more. Powering visionary storytelling with cutting-edge innovation, Cineverse's proprietary streaming tools and AI technology drive revenue and reach to redefine the next era of entertainment. For more information, visit About Samsung TV Plus Samsung TV Plus is a premium global entertainment service and is the most used streaming app on Samsung Smart TVs. As a leader in FAST, Samsung TV Plus offers hundreds of channels and thousands of shows and movies on-demand in the U.S. Globally, the streaming service carries over 3,500 ad-supported linear channels in 30 countries and is accessible on over 630M active devices. Samsung TV Plus is the exclusive home of Conan O'Brien TV, Letterman TV, and hundreds of additional exclusive channels available worldwide. Samsung TV Plus is available on Samsung TVs, Galaxy devices, Samsung Smart Monitor, and Family Hub. To learn more, visit Follow us on LinkedIn. CONTACTS For Media, The Lippin Group for Cineversecineverse@ For Investors, Julie Milsteadinvestorrelations@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Cineverse Corp. 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
Metro
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Remake of cult 80s horror with 92% on Rotten Tomatoes gets extreme rating
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video A gruesome horror film thought to be 'unreleasable' is finally coming to UK cinemas, and it has an extreme rating. The Toxic Avenger, a reboot of the 1984 film of the same name, initially premiered at Fantastic Fest in 2023 before having screenings at Beyond Fest and Sitges. It boasts a star-studded cast including Game Of Thrones star Peter Dinklage and Lord Of The Rings icon Elijah Wood alongside Jacob Tremblay, Taylour Paige, Kevin Bacon, Sarah Niles, Julia Davis, and Julian Kostov. But it has lain dormant for several years after being dubbed 'unreleasable' due to its gory conent, until it was resurrected by Cineverse for US audiences and Signature Entertainment here in the UK. The Toxic Avenger will be released in UK cinemas on August 29, but fans have been warned of its 'ultraviolent' content including 'mutant nudity.' Bloody Disgusting reports that the film will be released entirely uncut and unrated in cinemas, with a warning for: 'ultra violent/toxic content, p**s play, mutant nudity, hilarious harm and gnarly theater fun.' The warning also jokingly stresses that anyone under the age of 18 should not 'even try to get in' to cinemas to see the film. The Toxic Avenger follows janitor Winston Gooze (Dinklage), who, after a freak accident, transforms into the mutant vigilante Toxie. With his mop in hand, he battled everything from corrupt CEOs to hardened criminals while also trying to salvage his complicated relationship with his son. It is the fifth installment in the franchise originally created by Lloyd Kaufman and based on the Marvel comics of the same name. Unlike your average Marvel film, however, The Toxic Avenger was branded 'absurdly gory' and 'extremely silly' by those lucky enough to see it. After a period of silence, in 2024 it was announced the film would not be released due to difficulties securing a distributor, being described as 'unreleasable' with creatives behind the film attributing this to its graphic violence and gore. Film producer Adam Masnyk took to X at the time to say The Toxic Avenger was 'not safe enough to market', and that it could well become lost media. But that will no longer be the case, with Cineverse sharing in January that they had acquired distribution rights for the films with plans to release it theatrically later this year. Speaking about the news in a statement, director Macon Blair said: 'I'm beyond grateful to the team behind The Toxic Avenger who were so supportive and steady-handed as we searched for the perfect distribution partner for our film. 'It's so cool that folks will have the chance to see this in theatres, it's a fun, rowdy movie you wanna see with a crowd. Mutant hero smashes bad guys with a mop: perfect entertainment for the whole family! 'Our goal was always to preserve the heart and spirit of the original Toxie (which was seared into my brain at a very young age) and try to make something that Troma fans would dig and, at the same time, do something with the character that feels fresh. 'Lloyd and Michael at Troma have been a blast to work with; absolutely everyone at Legendary are stars, and I can't wait to start working with the champs at Cinverse to bring this version of Toxie to fans new and old.' Cineverse chairman and SEO Chris McGurk added: 'The Toxic Avenger isn't just a great film; it's an important one. 'Peter Dinklage's transformative performance and Macon Blair's fearless direction deliver a story that speaks to the anxieties of our time with outrageous humour and unflinching creativity. 'This is the kind of movie that major studios are averse to releasing because it dares to push boundaries, but Cineverse is rooted in championing bold, uncompromising storytelling. 'We believe audiences are ready – and eager – for films like this to take centre stage.' Cineverse acquired all US and Canadian theatrical, home entertainment, and streaming rights. Signature Entertainment, meanwhile, acquired UK rights to The Toxic Avenger, with acquisitions and development manager Katie Wilkinson-Javes announcing in a statement: 'The Toxic Avenger is a perfect example of the type of super entertaining commercial genre movie that we're always looking for at Signature. 'Macon Blair's fresh take on the cult anti-hero radiates pure cinema madness and we can't wait to introduce UK and Irish audiences to Peter Dinklage's Toxic Avenger later this year.' The Toxic Avenger currently sits at a 92% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with many critics praising its practical effects and Dinklage's performance as Toxie. In their review, The Daily Dead wrote: 'An energetic and entertaining reboot that nonetheless struggles to prove the independent, lead-with-bad-taste worlds of Lloyd Kaufman and mainstream studio moviemaking are compatible.' More Trending The Mary Sue said: 'The Toxic Avenger is exactly as advertised. It does what it says on the tin. It's comically violent, absurdly gory, and extremely silly. But it's also a timely 'eat the rich' story infused with an earnest working-class perspective.' AwardsWatch agreed, adding: 'Utter absurdity. Bonkers. Ridiculous…it's a delight to say that this reimagining of Kaufman's iconic mop-wielding toxic avenger tale is entertaining and shockingly heartfelt.' Collider wrote: 'A bonkers & bloody delight. Macon Blair's Toxic Avenger is a hugely enjoyable & rowdy escape that also feels like a celebration of movie magic, especially the wild things one can create with ingenuity, practical effects & a lot of passion for the genre.' The Toxic Avenger will be released in UK cinemas on August 29 . Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Games Inbox: Are you getting a Nintendo Switch 2 next week? MORE: Netflix horror sequel soars to number 1 after viewers stay up to watch MORE: EA to lay off up to 400 employees after Black Panther game cancelled says source
Geek Tyrant
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
RETURN TO SILENT HILL Director Promises a Faithful Adaptation of the Iconic PS2 Game — GeekTyrant
If you're a Silent Hill fan who's still nursing old wounds from the 2012 film adaptation, Silent Hill: Revelation , there's reason to be cautiously optimistic for the next film, Return To Silent Hill . Director Christophe Gans, the same filmmaker behind the original 2006 movie, which was a great film, is returning to helm Return to Silent Hill , which is a new live-action take on Silent Hill 2 , and this time he's promising to play things straight with the source material. According to Variety, the film will get a theatrical release in the U.S., with Cineverse acquiring distribution rights. What's more interesting is Cineverse's promise that Return to Silent Hill will be 'a faithful adaptation of the video game Silent Hill 2 .' Here's the official premise for the film: 'James, a man broken after his relationship with the love of his life, Mary, ends. When a mysterious letter from her calls him back to Silent Hill, he finds a once-recognizable town transformed by an unknown evil. 'While James desperately searches for Mary he encounters terrifying creatures and begins to unravel the mystery of what happened to the town. But as he descends deeper into the darkness the secrets he uncovers lead to a horrifying truth, and James finds himself struggling to hold on long enough to save his one true love.' The movie is sure to deliver a fog-drenched descent into psychological terror. The cast includes Jeremy Irvine (Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again) as James Sunderland and Hannah Emily Anderson ( Jigsaw ) as Mary. Director Gans seems fully aware of the responsibility that comes with adapting such a beloved title. He stated: 'I am delighted to partner with Cineverse, which has shown a genuine understanding of fanship. Return to Silent Hill is an adaptation created out of deep respect for a true masterpiece of a game, Konami's iconic Silent Hill 2. I hope fans will enjoy and be fulfilled with the experience this new film has to offer.' It sounds like Gans will deliver another great Silent Hill movie, and as a longtime fan of this franchise, I'm excited to watch it!
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Cineverse Accelerates Technology Monetization, Launches Technology Group to Drive AI Innovation and Rapid Commercial Expansion
Veteran Technologist Tony Huidor Named President of Technology and Chief Product Officer Company Advances its Mission to Modernize the Global Entertainment Infrastructure and Build the Next Generation of AI-Powered Tools for the Industry LOS ANGELES, May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Cineverse (Nasdaq: CNVS), a next-generation entertainment studio, today announced the formation of the Cineverse Technology Group, a dedicated division focused on rapidly scaling its technology monetization efforts and accelerating AI-driven innovation across the global entertainment ecosystem. As part of this initiative, the Company has promoted Tony Huidor—an accomplished media technology executive with deep experience in product innovation and a decade of leadership at Cineverse—to the newly created role of President of Technology, while also serving as Chief Product Officer. Matchpoint™, Cineverse's award-winning media supply chain platform, is already a cornerstone of the Company's business operations and a critical solutions provider for many of its largest partners. By automating complex workflows, streamlining content delivery, and driving significant cost efficiencies, Matchpoint powers one of the most advanced and scalable content distribution infrastructures in the industry today. With the Matchpoint suite having achieved a high level of product maturity, the newly formed Technology Group will aggressively expand Matchpoint's commercial licensing partnerships, targeting large media companies and studios that want effective modern infrastructure and are urgently seeking significant operational cost savings. Driving Margin Expansion and Operational Efficiencies at Scale Cineverse has already demonstrated the power of its technology by driving significant margin expansion and cost efficiencies within its operations, delivering higher profitability and faster time-to-market for its content offerings. Now, through the expanded commercialization of Matchpoint and its AI-driven solutions, Cineverse is enabling partners across the entertainment industry to achieve similar results: lower content delivery costs, streamlined operations, and enhanced profitability. "We're not talking about theoretical solutions—we're already powering a massive business for ourselves and our partners with Matchpoint," said Chris McGurk, Chairman and CEO of Cineverse. "The next phase is about scaling this success even further. At the same time, Tony and the Technology Group, including our industry-leading team of engineers at Cineverse India, are pushing the boundaries of what's possible with AI—developing tools that will fundamentally change how content is created, distributed, and monetized across the entertainment value chain." Advancing AI Innovation to Power the Next Era of Entertainment Building on the successful development of cineSearch—Cineverse's AI-powered content discovery platform—the Technology Group is actively creating new AI-driven solutions to optimize decision-making, profitability, and operational efficiency across every stage of the entertainment lifecycle. These initiatives are powered by the company's robust internal data resources and deep industry expertise, enabling Cineverse to deliver highly targeted and practical solutions. Current AI initiatives include: Content Performance Forecasting and AI-Assisted Greenlighting Automated AI-Driven Marketing and Highly-Segmented Audience Targeting Advanced Content Valuation and Rights Optimization Tools AI-Powered Localization and Accessibility Enhancements Real-Time Programmatic Ad Optimization through the C360 Platform Tony Huidor: A Proven Innovator at the Helm of Cineverse's Technology Vision With more than 30 years of experience driving technology and product innovation at some of the world's most recognized media companies—including Universal Music Group and The Walt Disney Company—Tony Huidor brings unmatched expertise to this expanded leadership role. Over the past decade at Cineverse, he has been instrumental in building and scaling the Matchpoint platform, pioneering the use of AI and machine learning to address critical industry challenges, and developing the company's proprietary ad-tech capabilities. "Our mission is simple—deliver practical, high-impact technology solutions that drive revenue growth and profitability for both Cineverse and our partners," said Huidor. "With the proven success of Matchpoint and our expanding portfolio of AI-driven tools, we're building the infrastructure and capabilities that define the next generation of entertainment." This news follows the announcement that Cineverse has created a new Motion Pictures Group, headed by Chief Motion Pictures Officer Yolanda Macias, and has renewed and extended agreements with its C-team, solidifying leadership for the years to come. About Cineverse Technology Group Cineverse develops proprietary technology that powers the future of entertainment, leveraging the Company's position as a pioneer in the video streaming industry along with the industry-leading strength of its development team in India. This team has dedicated years to building and refining technology solutions that have pioneered streaming content management and distribution while leaning into advances in AI to set the company apart from the competition. This includes the creation of Matchpoint™, an award-winning media supply chain service that is radically changing the way content is managed and delivered. Matchpoint has replaced today's expensive, and labor-intensive video content processes with a fully transparent, automated workflow that significantly reduces costs, eliminates human error, and effortlessly facilitates content ingestion with delivery across multiple platforms and distribution models. The Company's cineSearch is an AI-powered search and discovery tool for film and television that makes deciding what to watch as entertaining as the entertainment itself. Additionally, the C360 programmatic audience network and ad-tech platform provides brands the opportunity to target and reach key fandoms wherever they are. About Cineverse Cineverse (Nasdaq: CNVS) is a next-generation entertainment studio that empowers creators and entertains fans with a wide breadth of content through the power of technology. It has developed a new blueprint for delivering entertainment experiences to passionate audiences and results for its partners with unprecedented efficiency, and distributes more than 71,000 premium films, series, and podcasts. Cineverse connects fans with bold, authentic, independent stories. Properties include the history, dozens of streaming fandom channels, a premier podcast network, top horror destination Bloody Disgusting, and more. Powering visionary storytelling with cutting-edge innovation, Cineverse's proprietary streaming tools and AI technology drive revenue and reach to redefine the next era of entertainment. For more information, visit CONTACTS For Media, The Lippin Group for Cineversecineverse@ For Investors, Julie Milsteadinvestorrelations@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Cineverse Corp. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Cineverse announces formation of Cineverse Motion Pictures Group
Cineverse (CNVS) has created Cineverse Motion Pictures Group to optimize new business opportunities for the Company's feature film business initiatives. To lead this group, effective immediately, Yolanda Macias has been named Chief Motion Pictures Officer, a new position that reflects the enormous importance and growth potential in this area. Based in Los Angeles, she reports to the Office of the CEO, which includes Chairman and CEO Chris McGurk and President and Chief Strategy Officer Erick Opeka. Additionally, it was announced that McGurk, Opeka, Chief People Officer Mark Torres and Chief Legal Officer Gary Loffredo have renewed and extended their executive agreements. In addition to renewing his contract with the Company, Torres will continue to report to McGurk, while also adding oversight of Cineverse Services India to his role. Mark Lindsey, who was named CFO in 2023, continues to serve in that capacity. Lindsey and Loffredo will report to the office of the CEO. Discover companies with rock-solid fundamentals in TipRanks' Smart Value Newsletter. Receive undervalued stocks, resilient to market uncertainty, delivered straight to your inbox. Published first on TheFly – the ultimate source for real-time, market-moving breaking financial news. Try Now>> See today's best-performing stocks on TipRanks >> Read More on CNVS: Disclaimer & DisclosureReport an Issue Cineverse acquires U.S. rights for Return to Silent Hill Cineverse Updates Executive Employment Agreements Cineverse announces partnership with Trade Desk Sign in to access your portfolio
