ITV Studios and TVNZ have renewed their long-standing exclusive content partnership.
As part of the deal, TVNZ will continue to be the home of ITV Studios’ premium drama, entertainment and reality programming in New Zealand.
The partnership includes popular titles such as Coronation Street, Emmerdale and The Chase.
One of the key headlines of the renewed agreement is a strong and comprehensive commitment to the Love Island brand.. The deal covers Love Island UK, USA, Australia, as well as the spin-offs Love Island Games and Love Island All Stars.
Augustus Dulgaro, EVP of Asia Pacific at ITV Studios commented on the agreement, saying: “We are thrilled to continue this long-standing partnership with TVNZ. In addition to having a simpatico working relationship with the team, together we have evolved and built this deal to the powerhouse it is today, with around 1500 hours of ITV content launching across TVNZ’s platform annually. It’s gratifying to know that our key brands and upcoming slate will have the best launch platform in New Zealand for many years to come.”
Josh Wolfe, TVNZ’s General Manager, Commercial said: “It’s fantastic to continue our longstanding partnership with ITV. This deal ensures TVNZ remains the home of premium international entertainment in Aotearoa, from long-running favourites like ‘Coronation Street’ to the complete ‘Love Island’ franchise and an exciting slate of new dramas. ITV Studios’ content consistently connects with Kiwi audiences, and we look forward to continuing to deliver their very best to our viewers.”
Under the multi-year agreement, ITV Studios will deliver approximately 1,500 hours of content to TVNZ platforms each year.
