OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network and Discovery Networks International (DNI) today announced they have partnered to launch an OWN programming block in the United Kingdom. The multi-year deal will include programming from popular OWN series: OPRAH'S NEXT CHAPTER, OPRAH'S MASTER CLASS, OPRAH'S LIFECLASS, and SUPER SOUL SUNDAY. The programming block marks a drive to bring broad based general entertainment content to TLC and bring OWN content to DNI's female flagship channels in future. The block will premiere on the soon-to-launch TLC in the UK, and additional launches for the months ahead are currently being explored.
"We are so proud to build on the great success that we have had airing
Oprah's Next Chapter with
Lance Armstrong and
Justin Bieber,? said Luis Silberwasser, Executive
Vice President & Chief Content Officer, DNI. "This is the next phase in showcasing the content that is like no other, the kind that only Oprah and her team at OWN can deliver. This is a real win for DNI, OWN, and most importantly, our viewers with the stars and celebrities that are featured across OWN programming. We are delighted to premiere this block in the UK on
TLC at its launch.?
"OWN's success in the U.S. has afforded us this opportunity to expand our programming internationally reaching Oprah's dedicated fans around the world,? said Erik Logan, president, OWN. "We are seeing great demand for our series as we continue to build our worldwide audience. We're thrilled to be able to continue the network's momentum with this international expansion.
OWN will continue its partnership with Passion Distribution to distribute other OWN programming internationally.
About the programs:
OPRAH'S NEXT CHAPTER: Viewers join Oprah for in-depth interviews with some of today's biggest newsmakers and celebrities. The series has delivered some of the network's highest ratings reaching millions of viewers worldwide.
OPRAH'S MASTER CLASS: Oprah uncovers the successes, failures and lessons of some of the most brilliant and famous people of our time, including Jay-Z,
Simon Cowell,
Diane Sawyer,
Lorne Michaels, Dr. Condoleezza Rice,
Sidney Poitier, Dr.
Maya Angelou - and even
Oprah Winfrey herself.
OPRAH'S LIFECLASS: Taking the role of a teacher alongside handpicked experts, Oprah highlights the lessons and principles that guide her life.
SUPER SOUL SUNDAY: The multi-award winning series inspires viewers to become the best they can be and find a deep connection to the surrounding world. During this inspiring block of programming, Oprah sits down with top thinkers, visionaries and authors to discuss themes of happiness, spirituality and personal fulfillment. Notable guests include
Elie Wiesel, Wayne Dyer, Gary Zukav, Debbie Ford, Mari
Anne Williamson and Ram Dass.
About OWN:
Oprah Winfrey NETWORK
OWN:
Oprah Winfrey Network is the first and only network named for, and inspired by, a single iconic leader.
Oprah Winfrey's heart and creative instincts inform the brand - and the magnetism of the channel. Winfrey provides leadership in programming and attracts superstar talent to join her in primetime, building a global
Community of like-minded viewers and leading that
Community to connect on social media and beyond. OWN is a singular destination on cable. Depth with edge. Heart. Star power. Connection. And endless possibilities. OWN is a joint venture between Harpo, Inc. and Discovery Communications. The network debuted on January 1, 2011 and is available in 85 million homes. The venture also includes the award-winning digital platform Oprah.com .
About Discovery Communications
Discovery Communications (Nasdaq: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK) is the world's #1 nonfiction media company reaching more than 1.8 billion cumulative subscribers in 218 countries and territories. Discovery is dedicated to satisfying
Curiosity through 155 worldwide television networks, led by Discovery Channel, TLC, Animal Planet, Science and Investigation Discovery, as well as U.S. joint venture networks OWN:
Oprah Winfrey Network, The
HUB and 3net, the first 24-hour 3D network. Discovery also is a leading provider of educational products and services to schools and owns and operates a diversified portfolio of digital media services, including Revision3. Discovery Networks International distributes 26 international brands, reaching over 1.3 billion cumulative subscribers with programming available in 45 languages. For more information please visit www.discoverycommunications.com .
