Apple TV acquires breakout British hit comedy for global streaming
Apple TV has picked up a new comedy series, Small Prophets , for its streaming service in an atypical fashion for the streamer. Rather than commission the project upfront, Apple has bought out the worldwide rights for the series a few months after the show debuted in the UK to record ratings. Small Prophets was the biggest new scripted series launch for the BBC this year, and Apple will be hoping…
Apple TV has acquired the global streaming rights to a hit British comedy series called Small Prophets. This move is unusual for Apple, as they typically commission new projects upfront. Small Prophets debuted in the UK last year, where it garnered record ratings, making it the most-watched new scripted series launch for the BBC in 2022.
The comedy, which follows a group of ordinary kids who receive glimpses of the future, is set to stream on Apple TV starting October 7 in most markets. In the UK, however, the series will be exclusive to BBC iPlayer until next year. Apple TV currently boasts over 300 original TV shows and movies in its catalog.
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