Multicast (Television)
Get After It Media to consolidate two multicast networks
Get After It Media is consolidating two of its multicast networks as the company works to revamp its multi-platform distribution strategy.
Sinclair’s Comet to air “The Librarians,” “The Outpost” from Electric Entertainment
Sinclair’s sci-fi multicast network Comet has licensed The Librarians, set to debut with a February marathon and weekly slots.
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Sinclair multicast networks see sharp ratings growth in November
Sinclair’s networks networks posted strong November ratings gains, driven by expanded distribution and more-premium shows.
RATINGS
Lionsgate officially launches digital broadcast network Moviesphere Gold
The channel pulls from the Lionsgate content library, and will operate through a partnership with Debmar-Mercury.
Weigel brings MeTV back to Dish Network — but with a catch
Weigel has expanded its distribution agreement with Dish to include multicast networks like MeTV on the satellite platform.
Sinclair adds new affiliates for multicast networks
Sinclair is advancing its multicast networks strategy with new broadcast affiliates and a new national distribution deal with Mediacom, the broadcaster announced Wednesday.
Sinclair to add more premium shows to multicast networks
Comet, Charge, Roar and The Nest are getting new programs and movies, starting later this year.
Sinclair has strong message for advertisers: “Broadcast is back”
Sinclair's strategy of developing brand identities, licensing programs and distributing its multicast network portfolio has increased viewership — and it wants advertisers to jump on board.
Sinclair to launch television event Charge Con
Sinclair will offer a rare look inside the making of two "CSI" franchises during a new television event called Charge Con later this month, the broadcaster announced on Tuesday.
Sinclair networks see lift from NCAA March Madness final
Comet, Charge and TBD saw higher viewership immediately after the Florida-Houston game in key markets where CBS-owned stations are affiliates.
Tuff TV to relaunch on broadcast TV, streaming platforms in September
Exclusive: One of the country's first digital broadcast television networks will relaunch on over-the-air and streaming platforms in September.
New TV network Busted debuts on broadcast stations
The newest multicast network offered by Free TV Networks officially debuted on broadcast television stations across the country early Saturday morning.