GLOWSTAR MEDIA AND ANANEY STUDIOS ANNOUNCE A STRATEGIC DISTRIBUTION ALLIANCE IN LATIN AMERICA, THE U.S., AND SPAIN

December 5, 2024

GLOWSTAR MEDIA has established a Strategic Distribution Alliance with ANANEY STUDIOS, a renowned and award-winning production studio under Paramount, celebrated for creating innovative, high-quality content tailored especially for new generations of audiences. As part of this agreement, GLOWSTAR will act as the exclusive distributor of ANANEY’s leading productions across Latin America, the United States, and Spain.

This debut catalog in the region features a variety of genres, from youth dramas and thrilling adventures to comedies and supernatural tales, all with universal appeal and a proven track record of local and global success. Renowned creators such as Giora Chamizer (Greenhouse Academy, Netflix) and writers like Noah Stollman (Fauda, Netflix; Our Boys, HBO) contribute to the creative force behind these productions, adding significant international allure.

Highlighted titles include hit series like Ronnie and Tom, Carmel, Full Speed, The Greenhouse, Greenhouse Academy, The Hood, Rising, Sky, and Spell Keepers, among others.

Silvana D’Angelo, CEO of GLOWSTAR MEDIA, expressed:

“We are thrilled to partner with Ananey Studios, a leader in creating innovative and successful content. Their impressive catalog, featuring works by acclaimed creators and high-quality productions, holds great potential in key markets such as Latin America, the United States, and Spain. These regions are consistently seeking fresh, high-quality stories with proven success, and Ananey’s productions meet these demands. Their shows shine as ready-to-air content with outstanding production values and offer exciting opportunities for remakes. This collaboration reinforces our commitment to delivering top-tier international content to Hispanic and U.S. audiences.”

Hila Pachter, VP of International Relations at ANANEY STUDIOS, added:

“We are excited to partner with Glowstar Media, whose proven success in strategic collaborations with content creators, producers, and platforms worldwide is exemplary. We eagerly look forward to reaching new audiences globally with our award-winning and innovative content.”

ABOUT ANANEY STUDIOS

ANANEY STUDIOS, part of Paramount, is an award-winning studio that develops and produces innovative content across a wide range of genres and target audiences. Their portfolio includes preschool programs, high-concept dramas, youth series, family comedies, animation, documentaries, thrillers, lifestyle shows, reality series, and formats. Ananey Studios’ content has reached major international platforms, including Netflix, Nickelodeon, MTV, CBBC, and HBO.

THE GLOBAL APPEAL OF ISRAELI CONTENT TODAY

Israel has become a global powerhouse in television formats, with many original series successfully adapted for international markets. ANANEY STUDIOS has played a significant role in this achievement, licensing the remake rights of The Greenhouse for the U.S. market. The originality, emotional depth, and innovative storytelling of Israeli productions resonate with audiences worldwide, making them ideal for both broadcasting and adaptation.

Examples of successful Israeli content internationally:

Homeland (Prisoners of War) – Adapted by Showtime in the U.S., this series became a global phenomenon, winning multiple Emmy and Golden Globe awards.

Euphoria – The Israeli teen drama was adapted by HBO and became a cultural phenomenon, especially among younger audiences.

In Treatment – Adapted by HBO, this drama about therapy sessions received critical acclaim and an Emmy.

Fauda – Originally an Israeli production, Fauda became a global hit on Netflix, earning praise for its nuanced portrayal of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

In conclusion, the alliance between GLOWSTAR MEDIA and ANANEY STUDIOS not only expands the reach of Israeli productions in Latin America, the U.S., and Spain but also has the potential to continue the successful trajectory of Israeli formats, transforming them into major international hits. With stories that blend emotion, innovation, and universal themes, these productions promise to capture the attention of global audiences and become the next big television and streaming phenomena.