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Apple TV acquires global streaming rights for British comedy "Small Prophets"
Key points
- Apple TV acquired global streaming rights for "Small Prophets".
- The series debuted successfully in the UK on BBC iPlayer.
- It will stream on Apple TV globally starting October 7, 2024.
- This is Apple's first English-language acquisition of this type.
Apple TV Secures Global Rights for "Small Prophets"
Apple TV has purchased the worldwide streaming rights for the British comedy series "Small Prophets". This acquisition occurred several months after the show's initial debut in the UK, where it achieved record ratings for the BBC.
Series Debut and Availability
"Small Prophets" was the biggest new scripted series launch for the BBC this year. The series will be available for streaming on Apple TV globally, including the US, starting October 7. It will arrive on Apple TV in the UK next year, as it is currently exclusive to BBC iPlayer in Britain.
Content Strategy Expansion
This deal represents a new approach for Apple, as it is the first time the company has acquired an English-language title in this manner, rather than commissioning it upfront. Apple has previously made similar deals for international content, such as the French-Japanese drama "Drops of God". This move indicates Apple's continued flexibility in expanding its content library, which now includes over 300 original TV shows and movies.
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Apple TV has acquired the worldwide streaming rights for the British comedy series "Small Prophets" after its successful debut in the UK. This acquisition marks Apple's first such deal for an English-language title, expanding its content library and demonstrating flexibility in securing programming.