We are fewer than 300 days away from the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, which means FOX Sports is that many days away from broadcasting its first World Cup presentation. When the biggest tournament for the biggest sport in the world begins on June 15, 2018, it will be the culmination of more than […]
Monthly Archives: August 2017
‘American Horror Story: Cult’: Ryan Murphy, FX CEO John Landgraf on what the new season is about, sparking conversations online
By now, millions of people have seen the trailer for “American Horror Story: Cult” (premiering Tuesday, Sept. 5, at 10 p.m. ET/PT on FX), the seventh season of FX Networks’ hit limited-series franchise. But co-creator, executive producer, writer and director Ryan Murphy thinks some people misunderstand what the new season will be about. After an […]
Nat Geo’s Courteney Monroe on breakthrough content, 21CF’s partnership, supporting women in TV industry at Edinburgh TV Festival
During a conversation on Thursday morning at the Edinburgh International Television Festival, Courteney Monroe, CEO of National Geographic Global Networks, talked about how National Geographic is breaking through in today’s market, the benefits of 21st Century Fox’s long-standing partnership with National Geographic, the right way to think about A-list talent and the opportunities for women […]
Nat Geo reporters win 2017 Society of Environmental Journalists Awards for reporting on climate change, illegal wildlife trading
From a pool of nearly 400 submissions, the Society of Environmental Journalists (SEJ) recently announced the winners of the 2016-17 Awards for Reporting on the Environment, and two awards went to 21st Century Fox’s National Geographic reporters Craig Welch and Rachel Nuwer for their important work in illuminating pressing issues of climate change and the human […]
15 key quotes from 21CF’s full-year and Q4 2017 earnings call: The future of video, TV and film strength, DMVPD growth, and more
Yesterday, 21st Century Fox announced its fiscal year and Q4 2017 financial results. Afterward, the company held an earnings call featuring Executive Chairman Lachlan Murdoch, CEO James Murdoch and CFO John Nallen. The call was an opportunity for 21CF to discuss a wide range of topics, including the exciting growth in the DMVPD marketplace, reaching […]
Fox Archives: Slant boards give actors and actresses a place to lean on the sets of 20th Century Fox films
Though rarely used today, slant boards (also known as leaning boards) were commonly found on movie sets. They were designed to allow reclining without wrinkling neatly pressed costumes, reclining when the costume was too snug for the actor to sit or reclining when the immense weight of the costume limited mobility. Here are some photos […]
Statement from Star India Private Limited and Novi Digital Entertainment Pvt Ltd regarding ‘Game of Thrones’ episode leak
Below is a statement from Star India Private Limited and Novi Digital Entertainment Pvt Ltd regarding the recent leak of a “Game of Thrones” episode: Star India Private Limited and Novi Digital Entertainment Private Limited gave a complaint to the office of Special IGP (Cyber), Government of Maharashtra, informing that an episode (season 7, episode […]
National Geographic hosts two major events in Europe featuring world renowned primatologist Dr. Jane Goodall
National Geographic recently hosted two premier events in Europe: the National Geographic Science Festival in Rome; and the National Geographic Summit in Lisbon, Portugal. The two events were opportunities to connect thousands of adults, children and institutions to the National Geographic brand, as well as a number of featured speakers, including iconic primatologist Dr. Jane Goodall. […]
21CF internal memo from Executive Chairman Lachlan Murdoch and CEO James Murdoch on fiscal 2017
Today, 21st Century Fox announced its fiscal year and Q4 2017 financial results. Shortly after the company’s earnings were announced, Executive Chairman Lachlan Murdoch and CEO James Murdoch sent this internal memo to 21CF colleagues and colleagues across all its global businesses: Dear Colleagues: This was a big year for us in so many […]
21st Century Fox reports fiscal full-year and Q4 2017 earnings
21st Century Fox today reported financial results for the full year and three months ended June 30, 2017. Read the full earnings release for more information.
