BURNABY – Knowledge Network has finalized a licensed content deal with BBC Worldwide North America for two dramas and seven factual series.
The B.C.-based public broadcaster picked up The Inspector Lynley Mysteries (seasons 4-6) and New Tricks (season 11) along with factual series Beachcomber Cottage, A Very British Murder, Coast Australia, Coast (season 6) and The Sacred Wonders of Britain, which are part of a 16-week Neil Oliver programming block. All programs will be available for online streaming for 30 days beginning on their air dates.
“This deal speaks to our shared values as commercial-free public broadcasters”, said Knowledge Network Corporation president and CEO Rudy Buttignol, in the news release. “Knowledge Network is proud of its enduring partnership with the BBC, known the world over for its excellent programming.”
“We have a great relationship with Knowledge Network and are pleased to continue providing them with high-quality programming from our range of titles,” added Michael Smith, senior vice president content sales & co-productions, BBC Worldwide Canada. “Knowledge Network is the perfect network to deliver these classic titles to Canadian audiences.”
