AMC Networks International

AMC Networks’ Board of Directors Appoints James L. Dolan Interim Executive Chairman

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Monday, December 5, 2022

NEW YORK, Dec. 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMC Networks (Nasdaq: AMCX) today announced that the Board of Directors has appointed James L. Dolan as Interim Executive Chairman of the Company, following the departure of former Chief Executive Officer Christina Spade.

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMC Networks (Nasdaq: AMCX) today announced that the Board of Directors has appointed James L. Dolan as Interim Executive Chairman of the Company, following the departure of former Chief Executive Officer Christina Spade.
  • Effective immediately, Mr. Dolan will serve as Interim Executive Chairman which will enable him to provide strategic oversight of the company until a new CEO is named.
  • Mr. Dolan will remain Interim Executive Chairman of the Company until the earlier of the Board of Directors appointing a new chief executive officer or March 6, 2023.
  • AMC Networks (Nasdaq: AMCX) is a global entertainment company known for its popular and critically acclaimed content.

AMC Networks’ Chief Executive Officer Christina Spade Steps Down

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022

NEW YORK, Nov. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMC Networks (NASDAQ: AMCX) today announced that its Chief Executive Officer Christina Spade has stepped down from her role.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMC Networks (NASDAQ: AMCX) today announced that its Chief Executive Officer Christina Spade has stepped down from her role.
  • The AMC Networks Board of Directors is currently finalizing who it will name as a replacement, with an announcement to follow.
  • AMC Networks (Nasdaq: AMCX) is a global entertainment company known for its popular and critically acclaimed content.
  • The Company also operates AMC Networks International, its international programming business, and 25/7 Media, its production services business.

AMC Networks to Report Third Quarter 2022 Results

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Friday, October 14, 2022

NEW YORK, Oct. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMC Networks Inc. (NASDAQ: AMCX) will host a conference call to discuss results for the third quarter of 2022 on Friday, November 4, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMC Networks Inc. (NASDAQ: AMCX) will host a conference call to discuss results for the third quarter of 2022 on Friday, November 4, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.
  • AMC Networks will issue a press release reporting its results before the market opening.
  • AMC Networks (Nasdaq: AMCX) is a global entertainment company known for its popular and critically acclaimed content.
  • The Company also operates AMC Networks International, its international programming business, and 25/7 Media, its production services business.

Orange Comet and AMC Networks Expand Exclusive NFT Partnership to Further Elevate The Walking Dead Franchise and Bring The Immortal Universe of Anne Rice into the Metaverse

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Orange Comet, Inc., a premium Web3 entertainment  company, and AMC Networks, the home of the global powerhouse series The Walking Dead, today announced an expansion of their exclusive partnership with the launch of NFTs and virtual environments for AMC's next big franchise, The Immortal Universe of Anne Rice. This exclusive new Metaverse will kick off alongside AMC's Anne Rice's Interview with the Vampire, set to premiere Sun., Oct. 2 at 10/9c on AMC and AMC+, and follow with Anne Rice's The Mayfair Witches early next year.

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  • The Walking Dead's Last Episodes premiere Sun., Oct. 2 at 9/8c on AMC and AMC+.
  • NFTs for both The Walking Dead Universe and The Immortal Universe of Anne Rice will be featured on OpenSea in a custom Orange Comet marketplace.
  • Like The Walking Dead NFT Collection's ongoing expansion, the iconic Immortal Universe of Anne Rice will come to life in a cinematic Metaverse environment, offering fans and Web3 collectors a next generational collect-to-earn experience.
  • Orange Comet is a premium Web3 entertainment company focused on producing high quality and disruptive NFT digital collectibles and Metaverse experiences.

AMC Networks Partners With DreadXP and Developer DarkStone Digital to Produce Video Game Based on Shudder’s Hit Television Series Creepshow

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Thursday, September 29, 2022

In collaboration with AMC and Creepshow production company Cartel Entertainment, DreadXPs game will bring the hit series to an interactive format in 2024 across multiple platforms, featuring the twisted talents of several renowned independent video game developers.

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  • In collaboration with AMC and Creepshow production company Cartel Entertainment, DreadXPs game will bring the hit series to an interactive format in 2024 across multiple platforms, featuring the twisted talents of several renowned independent video game developers.
  • The Mortuary Assistant developer Brian Clarke (DarkStone Digital) will act as Creepshows creative director.
  • The Creepshow brand continues to spread its monstrous wings, said series showrunner Greg Nicotero.
  • Several independent developers popular in the horror development scene are contributing to Creepshow, including DarkStone Digital (The Mortuary Assistant).

AMC Networks Names Known Global Media Agency of Record

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Tuesday, September 27, 2022

NEW YORK, Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Integrated creative, strategy and media agency Known has been named global media agency of record for AMC Networks, a global content company whose portfolio includes the television networks AMC, BBC AMERICA, IFC, WE tv, and SundanceTV, as well as fast-growing targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, ALLBLK, Shudder, Sundance Now, and HIDIVE.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Integrated creative, strategy and media agency Known has been named global media agency of record for AMC Networks, a global content company whose portfolio includes the television networks AMC, BBC AMERICA, IFC, WE tv, and SundanceTV, as well as fast-growing targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, ALLBLK, Shudder, Sundance Now, and HIDIVE.
  • Working closely with AMC Networks' President of Marketing, Len Fogge, and his team, Known will serve as agency of record for full funnel media strategy, planning and buying across all media channels.
  • In 2021, Campaign US named Known 'Best Creative Team,' while Digiday named Known 'Most Innovative Media Agency,' citing that Known "upended the agency industry by showing their clients what best-in-class service looked like."
  • AMC Networks (Nasdaq: AMCX) is a global entertainment company known for its popular and critically acclaimed content.

AMC Networks to Report Second Quarter 2022 Results

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022

NEW YORK, July 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMC Networks Inc. (NASDAQ: AMCX) will host a conference call to discuss results for the second quarter of 2022 on Friday, August 5, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.

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  • NEW YORK, July 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMC Networks Inc. (NASDAQ: AMCX) will host a conference call to discuss results for the second quarter of 2022 on Friday, August 5, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.
  • AMC Networks will issue a press release reporting its results before the market opening.
  • AMC Networks (Nasdaq: AMCX) is a global entertainment company known for its popular and critically-acclaimed content.
  • The Company also operates AMC Networks International, its international programming business, and 25/7 Media, its production services business.

FreeWheel and AMC Networks Launch New, Fully Self-Service Linear Addressable Capabilities Across Multi-Screen Campaigns

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Thursday, June 16, 2022

FreeWheel today announced that it has teamed up with AMC Networks to introduce a new, fully self-service linear addressable solution.

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  • FreeWheel today announced that it has teamed up with AMC Networks to introduce a new, fully self-service linear addressable solution.
  • AMC Networks has established a leadership position in bringing addressable advertising to television.
  • FreeWheel is currently working with Canoe (an industry joint venture formed by Charter, Comcast and Cox) to introduce this new solution with AMC Networks.
  • The Company also operates AMC Networks International, its international programming business, and 25/7 Media, its production services business.

AMC NETWORKS CONTENT ROOM TEAMS WITH THE AD COUNCIL TO EMPOWER GIRLS IN STEM FEATURING THE HIT SERIES "THE WALKING DEAD"

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Wednesday, June 8, 2022

NEW YORK, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- AMC Networks Content Room and the Ad Council, a non-profit and leading producer of social impact campaigns for 80 years, announced today a series of new public service advertisements (PSAs) that will highlight the power of girls in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) against the backdrop of the global hit series "The Walking Dead." In the spots, behind-the-scenes talent of the popular franchise, including Director Aisha Tyler, Costume Designer Vera Chow and Art Director Jasmine Garnet, showcase how STEM is used to bring the post-apocalyptic world of "The Walking Dead" to life on screen. Created by AMC Networks Content Room, the PSAs are part of the Ad Council's national She Can STEM campaign, which encourages girls, trans youth and non-binary youth around the country to get excited about and interested in STEM.

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  • Created by AMC Networks Content Room, the PSAs are part of the Ad Council's national She Can STEM campaign, which encourages girls, trans youth and non-binary youth around the country to get excited about and interested in STEM.
  • Using before and after visuals, each piece highlights the unique and unexpected uses of STEM in the making of the series.
  • Said Kim Granito, EVP of AMC Networks Content Room: "We are thrilled to partner with the Ad Council to inspire young girls in STEM through the unexpected backdrop of 'The Walking Dead.'
  • We are proud to partner with AMC Networks Content Room on this latest work for the She Can STEM campaign.

AMC Networks to Participate in MoffettNathanson Media & Communications Summit

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Thursday, May 12, 2022

NEW YORK, May 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMC Networks Inc. (NASDAQ: AMCX) today announced that Matt Blank, Interim Chief Executive Officer, will participate in the MoffettNathanson Media & Communications Summit on Thursday, May 19, 2022, at 8:00 A.M. Eastern Time.

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  • NEW YORK, May 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMC Networks Inc. (NASDAQ: AMCX) today announced that Matt Blank, Interim Chief Executive Officer, will participate in the MoffettNathanson Media & Communications Summit on Thursday, May 19, 2022, at 8:00 A.M. Eastern Time.
  • A live webcast of the event will be available on the companys website at www.amcnetworks.com under the heading Investors.
  • AMC Networks (Nasdaq: AMCX) is a global entertainment company known for its popular and critically-acclaimed content.
  • The Company also operates AMC Networks International, its international programming business, and 25/7 Media, its production services business.