ITV Studios Acquires Majority Stake in Moonage Pictures
The deal strengthens ITV Studios' scripted production portfolio as it takes over international distribution for new Moonage projects.
- ITV Studios has acquired a majority stake in Moonage Pictures, the UK-based producer of global hits like 'The Gentlemen' and 'A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder.'
- BBC Studios, which previously held a minority stake in Moonage, has exited its investment but will continue distributing returning seasons of certain shows.
- Moonage Pictures is currently developing second seasons for 'The Gentlemen,' 'A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder,' and 'The Famous Five.'
- ITV Studios will now handle international distribution for all new productions from Moonage Pictures, expanding its global reach in scripted content.
- This acquisition aligns with ITV Studios' broader strategy of growth, following other recent purchases of production companies like Eagle Eye Drama and Hartswood Films.