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Fremantle Takes Comedy Game Show Global
24 Feb
Summary
- Fremantle acquired global rights outside Japan for 'Special Delivery'.
- The comedy game show features comedians on absurd delivery missions.
- The show debuted at No. 1 in Japan with a 28% audience share.
Global entertainment powerhouse Fremantle has expanded its portfolio by acquiring worldwide production, development, and distribution rights, excluding Japan, for the comedy game show "Special Delivery." This acquisition positions the format for international expansion.
The "irresistibly fun" show, co-developed by Fremantle's Blue Circle and Tokyo Broadcasting System (TBS), features comedians undertaking absurd delivery missions with ridiculous conditions. The format debuted in Japan in January, achieving immediate success by ranking No. 1 in its time slot and capturing a 28% audience share.
Fremantle plans to introduce "Special Delivery" at the London TV Screenings this week. While commissioned for TBS in Japan and played by celebrities there, the format is designed for adaptability to different casting approaches worldwide, suggesting broad global appeal and potential for international versions.
