Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

Hallmark Media Renews Agreement with Nielsen as Hallmark Channel Becomes the Top Entertainment Cable Network for 2023 and 4Q 2023

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nielsen, a global leader in audience measurement, data and analytics, announced a multi-year renewal agreement with Hallmark Media to measure linear TV across all three of their networks (Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, and Hallmark Drama). The company will continue to utilize Nielsen's streaming platform and content ratings for insights related to its SVOD and FAST/AVOD services, as well.

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  • The company will continue to utilize Nielsen's streaming platform and content ratings for insights related to its SVOD and FAST/AVOD services, as well.
  • The announcement comes as Hallmark Channel completed the full 2023 year as the #1 most-watched entertainment cable network among key demographics (#1 most-watched network of the year in Total Day and Weekend Total Day among Households; Total Viewers; Women 25-54; Women and Persons 18+ and 55+).
  • Nielsen is at the forefront of providing the most comprehensive view of consumer behavior across both linear and streaming today."
  • Entertainment Cable Network Ranks exclude News and Sports; "Original" Program ranks Exclude Repeats; Networks that share feed are weight averaged to daypart based on duration.

The CW Network Appoints Erin McIlvain as Senior Vice President of Affiliate Distribution and Marketing

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

The CW Network, LLC (“The CW” “The CW Network”) today announced the appointment of Erin McIlvain as Senior Vice President of Affiliate Distribution and Marketing, responsible for managing the network’s distribution and overseeing affiliate relations with its station group partners.

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  • The CW Network, LLC (“The CW” “The CW Network”) today announced the appointment of Erin McIlvain as Senior Vice President of Affiliate Distribution and Marketing, responsible for managing the network’s distribution and overseeing affiliate relations with its station group partners.
  • Ms. McIlvain will begin her new duties immediately and report to Dana Zimmer, President and Chief Distribution and Strategy Officer for Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (“Nexstar”)(Nasdaq: NXST), and Dennis Miller, President of The CW Network.
  • She was one of the founding officers of the company and was responsible for overseeing distribution, government relations, marketing and operations.
  • “Erin is a strategic thinker with tremendous experience in the multi-channel distribution business and affiliate relations,” said Ms. Zimmer.

This Week in Entertainment News: 11 Stories You Need to See

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Friday, June 16, 2023

NEW YORK, June 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists covering the entertainment and media industries stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a roundup of stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

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  • NEW YORK, June 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire.
  • To help journalists covering the entertainment and media industries stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a roundup of stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.
  • The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story.
  • Click on the press release headlines to access accompanying multimedia assets that are available for download.

Comcast Introduces NOW TV: A $20 Entertainment Option With 60+ Streaming and Fast Channels, Plus Peacock Premium

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023

Today, Comcast unveiled NOW TV a new streaming offering that includes 40+ live channels from A&E, AMC, Hallmark and Warner Bros.

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  • Today, Comcast unveiled NOW TV a new streaming offering that includes 40+ live channels from A&E, AMC, Hallmark and Warner Bros.
  • Discovery, plus 20+ integrated FAST channels from NBC, Sky and Xumo Play, and a subscription to Peacock Premium at no additional cost.
  • Built using cross-company innovation and technology from Xfinity, Peacock, Sky and Xumo, NOW TV is the first streaming offering in the market to combine a live TV streaming service, free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) channels, and a subscription video on demand (SVOD) service.
  • Peacock Premium: NOW TV customers also will receive a Peacock Premium subscription at no additional cost via the Peacock app on all devices where the streaming service is available.

Verizon announces new +play savings from streaming, gaming and lifestyle brands

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

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    Throughout the month of May, take advantage of savings on the subscriptions you love on +play, which are available for a limited time and exclusively for Verizon customers.
  • For a limited time, purchase an annual subscription from a selection of +play partners and get one year of Netflix’s Premium plan – a $240 value – on us.
  • Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) was formed on June 30, 2000 and is one of the world’s leading providers of technology and communications services.
  • Headquartered in New York City and with a presence around the world, Verizon generated revenues of $136.8 billion in 2022.

Hallmark Media Signs EDO as Outcomes Measurement Partner, Reveals Strong Q4 Ad Performance

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Wednesday, March 15, 2023

Hallmark consistently performs in the top 20% of linear cable network ad performance, per EDO data, with a noted increase in engagement in Q4 year-over-year.

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  • Hallmark consistently performs in the top 20% of linear cable network ad performance, per EDO data, with a noted increase in engagement in Q4 year-over-year.
  • The network’s Countdown to Christmas primetime movie programming, which begins in October, launched Hallmark into the top 10% of cable networks in Q4 2022.
  • Hallmark will continue leveraging EDO to deliver ad outcomes and immediate proof-of-performance insights for custom integrations during Hallmark programming.
  • Ads during Hallmark movie premieres and new series episodes are 52% more likely to engage viewers than during the average Hallmark program, per EDO.

VIZIO HOLDING CORP. Reports Q4 2022 Financial Results

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023

While the year presented numerous well known challenges, our team did a great job executing our transition to a dual revenue model,” said, William Wang, CEO of VIZIO.

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  • While the year presented numerous well known challenges, our team did a great job executing our transition to a dual revenue model,” said, William Wang, CEO of VIZIO.
  • “In just the third year since the launch of our Platform+ business, we grew revenue 55% and gross profit by 41% during 2022.
  • I'm very excited for what the future holds for VIZIO.
  • We remain focused and disciplined as we continue to invest in redefining the SmartTV."

Hallmark Offers Holiday Gifts for Everyone

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Thursday, December 1, 2022

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Dec. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- 'Tis the season for giving, and Hallmark is here to help consumers share more merry with great holiday gifts for everyone. The new collection features options for adults and kids, offering family members and loved ones a convenient, one-stop shop for finding unique and thoughtful gifts that help show their appreciation for each other. 

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  • Kick off this year's giving spree by shopping Hallmark's 2022 holiday gift guide for all sorts of holiday gift ideas.
  • From self-care to the kitchen, Hallmark offers a wide variety of gifts for all their favorite hobbies.
  • Let Hallmark help you bring that holiday joy with unique and traditional holiday gift wrap options galore.
  • Hallmark Media operates three cable channels Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, and Hallmark Drama in addition to Hallmark Publishing, a leading publisher of uplifting eBooks, audiobooks and print editions, and Hallmark Movies Now, a subscription-based streaming service.

Hallmark Names Earthbound to Spearhead Expansion of Iconic Brand

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Earthbound, a leading product design, licensing and brand growth company, today announced that they have been chosen as the exclusive licensing and brand extension agency for Hallmark, the beloved brand that helps people live caring connected lives full of meaningful moments.

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  • The company also operates Hallmark Media, an entertainment business which includes Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, Hallmark Drama, and Hallmark Movies Now, a streaming app.
  • Hallmark will be expanding these licensed product offerings by tapping into the industry experience and creative expertise of Earthbound Brands.
  • With 22 years of expertise in retail brand licensing, product development, and product design, Earthbound augments brand potential by offering unprecedented growth potential for powerhouse brands.
  • Hallmark Media operates three cable channels Hallmark Channel, Hallmark Movies & Mysteries, and Hallmark Drama in addition to Hallmark Movies Now, a subscription-based streaming service.

Adeia Announces Extended IP Agreement with Frndly TV

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022

As one of the fastest growing Pay-TV streaming services in the U.S., Frndly TV offers consumer friendly, live TV programming over-the-top (OTT) and has become one of the top 10 largest virtual Multichannel Video Programming Distributors (vMVPDs).

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  • As one of the fastest growing Pay-TV streaming services in the U.S., Frndly TV offers consumer friendly, live TV programming over-the-top (OTT) and has become one of the top 10 largest virtual Multichannel Video Programming Distributors (vMVPDs).
  • With Adeias innovations, Frndly TV will continue to deliver captivating entertainment discovery experiences to its customers.
  • Frndly TV is the most affordable live TV streaming service in America.
  • Starting at only $6.99/mo., Frndly TV offers 40+ top-rated live TV networks including A+E, Hallmark Channel, The History Channel, INSP, Lifetime, Hallmark Movie & Mysteries, Game Show Network, GAC Family, The Weather Channel and more.