SPI International, a global media company with extensive experience in channels management and content curation, is expanding its offer in Iberia. The company announces the launch of 9 thematic channels in Portugal with Digi operator. The agreement brings following channels to Digi Portugal audience: Dizi, FilmBox Arthouse, Gametoon, DocuBox, Fast&FunBox, FightBox, 360TuneBox, FunBox UHD and FashionBox, tailored to different tastes and preferences.
"We are delighted to sign an agreement with Digi Portugal, which is a part of Digi, one of our key partners in FilmBox channels expansion. We are proud to give access to the diverse portfolio of our channels to an even wider audience in Portugal. We encourage local viewers to explore various genres of our content such as movies, Turkish series, documentaries, music, fashion, or sport programs. I believe that the addition of SPI channels to the Digi Portugal offer will be warmly welcomed by new audience." – commented Filipe Barbosa, Commercial Director of SPI International.
The channels are part of basic package of Digi Portugal, a local subsidiary of Digi, one of Europe’s largest telecommunications operators. The SPI addition includes Dizi, the popular channel which brings viewers to the World of the best Turkish series. Dizi showcases gripping and exceptional stories of love and betrayal, complicated relationships and family ties. Furthermore, in Portugal Dizi offers curated programming tailored to the local audience. The perfect proposition for film lovers is FilmBox Arthouse which covers both outstanding masterpieces and productions outside the mainstream of cinema, as well as productions from top festivals and emerging filmmakers worth watching.
Other SPI thematic channels added to Digi Portugal offer include Gametoon for gamers and fans of esports competition, where 80% of the content is exclusive, DocuBox presenting an unforgettable collection of fascinating documentaries, Fast&FunBox with top adrenaline sports from all over the World, FightBox presenting combat sports content including live shows and the most exciting fights from Europe, America and even more; 360TuneBox with music from different parts of the World, FunBox UHD, a general entertainment channel with diverse content in ultra HD quality and FashionBox offering programming about fashion, glamour, luxury and style. The rich and diverse portfolio of SPI thematic channels provides a top-quality entertainment experience and ensures that everyone will find interesting content to watch.
“The integration of the SPI International channels into the DIGI TV grid in Portugal reinforces our commitment to provide a greater diversity of entertainment content. This addition enriches our portfolio and demonstrates our focus on meeting customer needs, ensuring an increasingly complete product at our best price.” - commented Emil Grecu, CEO of DIGI Portugal.
About DIGI Portugal:
In addition to Portugal, DIGI is one of the main European operators, active in Romania, Spain, Italy and about to launch its services in Belgium. DIGI uses the latest technologies for advanced electronic communications networks, in order to provide quality services at competitive prices and accessible to all consumers. DIGI is a vertically integrated group that develops activities from the construction of physical networks to the design, evolution and operation of networks and services with its own qualified and specialized workforce.
About SPI INTERNATIONAL:
SPI INTERNATIONAL is a global media company operating TV channels, multiple digital products across six continents, and is a major player in content distribution and broadcasting worldwide. SPI operates multiple free-to-air and pay-TV channels in CEE, Western Europe, Asia, and Adria regions including key European markets such as Poland, Czechia, Romania, Serbia and the Netherlands. SPI International owns a suite of legacy brands that have become household names such as FilmBox, Film1, Kino Polska, Stopklatka, Dizi along with different thematic channels and streaming services, including FilmBox+. Working with over 800 operators worldwide, SPI uses cutting-edge technology providing its subscribers with access to SPI’s linear and on-demand content. For over 25 years, SPI INTERNATIONAL has been a leading supplier of theatrical films and television programming in the international markets. SPI’s solid alliances with major license suppliers provide compelling content, with strong recognition and high demand.www.spiintl.com
SPI International, a company that has extensive expertise in Pay TV channels edition and development of digital service FilmBox+, is pleased to announce the expansion of its partnership with du, one of the leading telecom and digital services provider in United Arab Emirates. Building on the existing agreement, which currently includes 4 major channels: FilmBox, Dizi, FightBox and DocuBox, SPI International is proud to introduce 2 additional channels, FilmBox Family and FilmBox Action, to du’s lineup.
"We're excited to further strengthen our relationship with du, one of the key operators in the region. Viewers in United Arab Emirates region can now explore more of our engaging content. I am convinced that SPI diverse offering, enriched with new FilmBox channels, will appeal to all subscribers of du." – commented Murat Muratoglu, Head of Distribution at SPI International.
The channels are part of du English Essential Package and du English Light Add-on Package. FilmBox Family presents entertainment classics, perfect for watching together with family or friends. The channel’s offer includes popular adventure productions, funny comedies and family films that create a good mood. FilmBox Action, on the other hand, is a movie channel packed with adrenaline, perfect for thrill seekers. Its programming includes action films, thrillers, crime drama and even horror films.
Additionally, du subscribers can enjoy even more SPI channels which are already available in du English Essential Package and du English Light Add-on Package. FilmBox presents entertaining content for a wide audience, including Hollywood movies, favorite evergreens, popular series and local productions. Combat sports fans can dive into FightBox for live shows and the most exciting fights from Europe, America and even more, while DocuBox channel invites viewers to watch an unforgettable collection of fascinating documentaries. Apart of that, fans of Turkish series can enjoy Dizi channel available in du Arabic Package. Dizi showcases gripping and exceptional stories of love and betrayal, complicated relationships and family ties. The SPI thematic channels offer diverse content tailored to various audience tastes.
About SPI INTERNATIONAL
SPI INTERNATIONAL is a global media company operating TV channels, multiple digital products across six continents, and is a major player in content distribution and broadcasting worldwide. SPI operates multiple free-to-air and pay-TV channels in CEE, Western Europe, Asia, and Adria regions including key European markets such as Poland, Czechia, Romania, Serbia and the Netherlands. SPI International owns a suite of legacy brands that have become household names such as FilmBox, Film1, Kino Polska, Stopklatka, Dizi along with different thematic channels and streaming services, including FilmBox+. Working with over 800 operators worldwide, SPI uses cutting-edge technology providing its subscribers with access to SPI’s linear and on-demand content. For over 25 years, SPI INTERNATIONAL has been a leading supplier of theatrical films and television programming in the international markets. SPI’s solid alliances with major license suppliers provide compelling content, with strong recognition and high demand.www.spiintl.com
SPI International, the global media company and one of the leaders in content distribution, announces a new theatrical release in Hungary. SPI has secured the rights in CEE for the Diane Keaton-starring comedy “Arthur’s Whisky”, which premieres on November 28, 2024. The company continues its partnership with ADS Service Ltd. bringing new movie to theatres in Hungary after the Nicolas Cage-starring “Arcadian” release earlier this year. The new deal marks the expansion of the SPI's distribution arm in the territory.
“We are thrilled to bring Arthur’s Whisky movie to big screens in Hungary. We believe this funny comedy starring the beloved Diane Keaton will bring some joy and laugh to Hungarian viewers at the end of this year. Together with ADS Service Ltd., our local distribution partner, we showcase another great piece of entertainment definitely worth watching.” - said Alexandra Puiu, Sales Manager at SPI International.
“Arthur’s Whisky” movie starts with a stormy night scene in suburban England. Amateur inventor ARTHUR (Ossian Perret) has a moment of inspiration, but as he runs from his garden shed, he’s fatally struck by lightning. After the funeral, his widow JOAN (Patricia Hodge) and her two lifelong friends LINDA (Diane Keaton) and SUSAN (Lulu) decide to spring-clean Arthur’s shed. To their astonishment they discover what appears to be a collection of bottles of whisky. They retreat to the living room and indulge in a small glass or two each to honour the departed Arthur. The next morning, they wake to sore heads and an even bigger shock. All three now look like their younger selves again. Arthur had discovered an elixir capable of restoring youth. Distilled in secret, Arthur’s whisky turns back the clock for anyone who takes a sip, giving them a few hours to feel young again. As their wrinkles fade away, Joan and her friends hit the bars and nightclubs with a new joy of life. But will they find the key to true happiness before the elixir runs dry?
Produced by CK Films and Pippa Cross, “Arthur’s Whisky” features worldwide star Diane Keaton, known from such blockbusters as “Something’s Gotta Give”, “First Wives Club” and “Book Club”.
About SPI INTERNATIONAL
SPI INTERNATIONAL (a CANAL+ company) is a global media company operating TV channels, multiple digital products across six continents, and is a major player in content distribution and broadcasting worldwide. SPI operates multiple free-to-air and pay-TV channels in CEE, Western Europe, Asia, and Adria regions including key European markets such as Poland, Czechia, Romania, Serbia and the Netherlands. SPI International owns a suite of legacy brands that have become household names such as FilmBox, Film1, Kino Polska, Stopklatka, Dizi along with different thematic channels and streaming services, including FilmBox+. Working with over 800 operators worldwide, SPI uses cutting-edge technology providing its subscribers with access to SPI’s linear and on-demand content. For over 25 years, SPI INTERNATIONAL has been a leading supplier of theatrical films and television programming in the international markets. SPI’s solid alliances with major license suppliers provide compelling content, with strong recognition and high demand. www.spiintl.com
About ADS Service Ltd.
ADS Service Ltd. is a Hungarian independent film distributor owned 100% by private investor and it has been on the market since 2006. We focus on acquiring and selling all rights for Hungary and selected Eastern European territories (Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech). Our company releases around 30 titles a year theatrically and our line-up contains arthouse movies (The Whale, Aftersun, The Boy and the Heron), big-budget European productions (Jeanne Du Barry, Serian Bad Weddings 3, Weekend in Taipei, The Count of Monte Cristo) and blockbusters from Hollywood (Hacksaw Ridge, Green Book) as well. We also specialise in releasing family oriented content (The School of Magical Animals 1-2, King, Pil's Adventure).
We worked together with well-known European and American companies including Lakeshore, Studio Canal, Hanway, Wild Bunch, IM Global, Global Screen, Pathé, Lionsgate and Fox Searchlight Pictures. ADS’s VOD catalogue contains more then 1000 titles. We also specialize in releasing Hungarian productions on Video On Demand formats, such as 1945, A Viszkis, BUÉK). We are direct suppliers to all major - and local VOD content providers (Netflix, HBO, Amazon Prime, Telekom, Vodafone) and TV stations (AMC, MTVA, RTL, TV2, VIACOM) in our territories.
Grupa Kino Polska, one of Poland's leading media groups and a part of SPI International – a global media company owned by the CANAL+ Group, is expanding FilmBox+ reach in Poland. The streaming service is joining the offer of more operators - Play and INEA. With FilmBox+ it is possible to watch series, movies and live channels, among others, from anywhere and on multiple devices. FilmBox+ is part of the FilmBox package, which is available to subscribers of both operators in selected packages.
Play and INEA are, after the Vectra network, the next operators in Poland to introduce the FilmBox+ streaming service, which includes movies, series, local productions and TV channels available for live streaming. The service complements the rich entertainment offer provided by FilmBox channels, which are widely available from operators in the market. That is a total of 5 movie channels: FilmBox Premium HD, FilmBox Extra HD, FilmBox Family, FilmBox Action and FilmBox Arthouse, which together with the FilmBox+ service form the FilmBox package. The wide and varied offer of the FilmBox package is the answer to every viewer's mood, so everyone can find something interesting to watch here.
Play and INEA customers can now fully enjoy the FilmBox package and watch select content not only on 5 thematic TV channels, but also on the streaming service. The FilmBox+ allows viewers to watch on 3 devices simultaneously, anytime and anywhere, including away from home. The service recently got a new look and functionality, making it even more user-friendly and intuitive. New amenities await users, making it easier to browse content or plan the selection of favourite programs. Now Play and INEA subscribers will have the opportunity to check for themselves the advantages of the new version of the service.
- “The addition of FilmBox+ to the offerings of more leading operators in the market shows the consistency with which we are developing the product. We recently unveiled a new version of FilmBox+, and now we are increasing its reach and availability. We are confident that the activities we carry out will be reflected in even greater interest and appreciation among customers. FilmBox+ complements our existing linear offerings available from operators. We are a partner providing a comprehensive service that gives subscribers convenient access to attractive content wherever and whenever they want it." - comments Jacek Koskowski, Director of Sales and Distribution in Grupa Kino Polska.
Subscribers of the Play and INEA networks can access the FilmBox+ service via www.filmboxplus.com, mobile apps (Android, iOS) or Smart TV. In the Play network, the FilmBox+ application will also be pre-installed on PLAY BOX TV set-top boxes.
- “We are very pleased with the established cooperation, thanks to which INEA customers will be able to enjoy the wide range of movies, series and entertainment content available on FilmBox+.Expanding our content portfolio is one of the goals in the strategy we are pursuing." - adds Maciej Piechociński, CEO of INEA Sp. z o.o.
The launch of the FilmBox+ service in Play and INEA’s offerings took place during an ongoing advertising campaign for the FilmBox package that started in early November. The campaign includes nationwide radio, TV, online, and DOOH (digital out-of-home) advertising, and it will continue until the end of the month.
Additional information:
Play Group, part of the French iliad Group, one of the largest telecommunication groups in Europe, is a leading provider of mobile services, fixed internet and digital television in Poland. It serves over 13 million mobile customers and over 2 million users of home services. The operator also provides solutions for business. Play is constantly developing the most modern mobile network in Poland, covering almost 100% of the Polish population, as well as the fixed network, which will ultimately reach over 7 million households, providing customers in Poland with access to the highest quality services and digital solutions.
INEA is a nationwide provider of fiber-optic services such as Internet, television, mobile and fixed-line telephony. It reaches 3.5 million households.
Grupa Kino Polska, part of SPI International, a company owned by CANAL+ Group, is one of the leading media groups in Poland, successfully operating also on international markets. The group distributes and produces content for television, VOD platforms, streaming services and cinemas, as well as selling program licenses. It is also a broadcaster of thematic TV channels, distributed on digital terrestrial television, cable networks and satellite platforms. The Group's portfolio includes such TV channels as Stopklatka, Zoom TV, Kino Polska, Kino Polska Muzyka, Kino TV, Gametoon and FilmBox brand channels.
SPI International (a CANAL+ company) is a global media company operating TV channels and multiple digital products across six continents. It is a major player in content distribution and broadcasting worldwide. SPI operates multiple free-to-air and pay-TV channels in CEE, Western Europe, Asia, and Adria regions, including key European markets such as Poland, Czechia, Romania, Serbia and the Netherlands. SPI owns a suite of legacy brands that have become household names, such as FilmBox, Film1, Kino Polska, Stopklatka, and Dizi, along with different thematic channels and streaming services, including FilmBox+. Working with over 800 operators worldwide, SPI uses cutting-edge technology, providing its subscribers with access to SPI's linear and on-demand content. For over 25 years, SPI INTERNATIONAL has been a leading supplier of theatrical films and television programming in the international markets. SPI's solid alliances with major license suppliers provide compelling content with strong recognition and high demand.
