CANAL+, the co-producer and exclusive broadcaster of the César Awards ceremony, will bring the event to viewers in Poland. As part of the CANAL+ portfolio, the prestigious French film awards ceremony will be aired on CANAL+ Premium and FilmBox Premium. In addition, for the first time ever, the César Awards broadcast will be available in the Czech Republic, Slovakia and the Netherlands, where viewers will be able to watch it on FilmBox branded channels. All broadcasts will be delivered in local language versions.
The César Awards ceremony is one of the most important events in European cinema. Each year, it rewards French cinema talent in various categories, including Best Film and Best director, as well as international cinema in the Best Foreign Film category. This year’s César Awards ceremony will take place on 26 February at Olympia. The exclusive broadcast, beginning at 20:30, will be carried by channels owned by the CANAL+, which has supported French cinema for many years.
In Poland, the ceremony will be shown live on CANAL+ Premium and FilmBox Premium channels, known for airing the best in cinema. In the Czech Republic and Slovakia, FilmBox Premium will also carry the broadcast, while in the Netherlands the ceremony will be available on FilmBox, a channel offering a wide library of films ranging from evergreen classics to Hollywood hits.
Originally produced in French, the César Awards broadcast will be adapted for viewers in each local market. The ceremony will be aired with simultaneous interpretation into local languages, allowing audiences to fully immerse themselves in the atmosphere of the event.
The 51st César Awards ceremony will be hosted by actor Benjamin Lavernhe and presided over by Camille Cottin. During the event, Hollywood star Jim Carrey will receive the Honorary César Award for lifetime artistic achievement.
SPI International announces a strategic partnership with bTV Media Group, one of Bulgaria’s top TV sales houses. Effective January 1, bTV Media Group becomes the exclusive representative for DIZI’s advertising inventory in Bulgaria.
DIZI is one of SPI International’s flagship brands, offering premium Turkish drama featuring acclaimed stars and compelling narratives of love, betrayal, and family ties. Since its launch in Bulgaria in 2020, DIZI has gained popularity among local viewers, delivering gripping stories and high-quality productions that resonate with universal emotions.
“We are excited to add DIZI in Bulgaria to our portfolio of advertising channels in the region.” - said Erwan Luherne, Managing Director at SPI International. “This partnership with bTV Media Group, a recognized leader in TV sales, reinforces our commitment to expanding our advertising presence across Central and Eastern Europe.”
With this agreement, Bulgaria joins the list of CEE countries where SPI International offers TV advertising sales, alongside Poland, Czechia, Hungary, and Romania. “At bTV, we have always striven to offer the best products. Therefore, we are happy to take another step forward in developing the market, and truly believe that this partnership will create valuable new opportunities for our customers.” - said Velimira Petrova, Sales Director, bTV Media Group.
January marks the premiere of new episodes of season 2 of “The Innocents” and thrilling drama “The Circle” in Bulgaria. Later this year, DIZI will bring even more premiere titles to the channel and continue airing popular series cherished by Bulgarian audiences, including “Mehmed”. The channel is currently available for local audiences through major local operators, including A1, Yettel, and Vivacom, ensuring broad reach for advertisers.
SPI International announces the appointment of Bartłomiej Major as Director of Channels. In his new role, Bartłomiej will be responsible for programming strategy and channels’ development, as well as strengthening collaboration across teams.
His responsibilities will include shaping and implementing the strategy for all TV channels within SPI International’s portfolio, including Kino Polska, Zoom TV, Stopklatka, FilmBox-branded channels, and DIZI. Bartłomiej will also work closely with CANAL+ group entities to support the development of CANAL+ operations in the Benelux countries and Central Europe.
"With his extensive experience, deep understanding of the media industry, and knowledge gained over the years, Bartek will play a key role in driving our programming strategy and channels growth. I am confident that his expertise and fresh perspective will help us strengthen SPI International’s position and better meet the needs of viewers and business partners." – said Erwan Luherne, Managing Director at SPI International.
Bartłomiej Major brings many years of experience in managing TV channels and programming offer. Before joining SPI International, he served as Programming Director at Hearst Networks in Poland and the Central and Eastern Europe region. Previously, he built his expertise at the Amsterdam and Warsaw branches of FOX Networks Group and MTV Networks Poland, among others.
Inspiring stories, the mysterious world of science, and fascinating nature. Kino Polska Group, one of Poland's leading media groups and a part of SPI International, will unveil the secrets of the world with a new version of the DocuBox. The channel is now available for Polish viewers with dedicated programming and voice-over.
DocuBox presents inspiring stories and fascinating programs every day, sparking curiosity among both young viewers and adult enthusiasts of world exploration. Starting today, the channel responds even better to the needs of its local audience. DocuBox now offers not only a brand-new schedule with a carefully curated selection of programs but also the ability to watch all titles from its library with Polish voice-over. Thanks to these changes, fans of science, nature, history, and technology can dive even deeper into a world full of endless curiosities.
"DocuBox makes science and knowledge exciting and accessible. That’s what makes it unique, and we believe that this channel fits perfectly the Polish TV landscape. The channel being tailored now specifically for the Polish audience is another strategic step in developing our comprehensive television portfolio. This spring, DocuBox will prepare many exceptional surprises for viewers." – said Erwan Luherne, Managing Director at SPI International.
The new program slots and channel schedule have been designed to meet the needs of viewers of all ages – youth, adults, and entire families – at any time of day. On weekdays, mornings begin with nature and history slot ("Travel Thru History" "Nature’s Force"), while young explorers can enjoy educational slot ("Meet My Wild Friend" "Sarah Shark"). Afternoons feature lifestyle slot ("Show Me Where You Live", "Angelo’s Outdoor Kitchen"), perfect for those seeking everyday inspiration. In the evenings, viewers can relax with a unique journey: science programs full of mysteries on Mondays and Fridays ("Wow! I Never Knew That!"), fascinating documentaries on Tuesdays, historical deep dives on Wednesdays ("What in the World?"), and the wild world of nature on Thursdays ("Creative Killers"). The week culminates with thrilling family weekends ("Wild Australia with Ray Mears").
DocuBox is available to Polish viewers through operators such as Play, Vectra, INEA, and TOYA. Starting in January, the channel will join the Polsat Media advertising portfolio alongside other Kino Polska Group stations.
