The Film Detective

DIRECTV Delivers More Choice with Seven New Channels from Cineverse and Scripps Networks

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DIRECTV is adding seven new channels to its rapidly expanding streaming lineup through new licensing agreements with Cineverse Corp. (NASDAQ: CNVS) and Scripps Networks.

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  • The first of Cineverse's more than a dozen popular channels to join DIRECTV streaming homes are The Bob Ross Channel, Comedy Dynamics, Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan, and Dove Channel (family programming).
  • After that, DIRECTV and Cineverse will identify other popular networks from within the Cineverse portfolio to potentially add to DIRECTV's lineup in subsequent months.
  • Additionally, through a separate deal with Scripps Networks, Court TV and Scripps News are also immediately available to DIRECTV customers' streaming entertainment.
  • "With DIRECTV, our channels continue to expand their reach across platforms, increasing our ability to connect with existing fandoms and new audiences for our premium content across every popular genre," said Cineverse EVP Partnerships Marc Rashba.

The Film Detective Splashes into Summer with a Weekly Drive-In Double Feature of Seaworthy Scares

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Tuesday, May 31, 2022
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Cult classics including Night Tide (1961), starring Dennis Hopper, and the underrepresented supernatural gem Messiah of Evil (1973) will also join The Film Detective's June line-up.

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  • Cult classics including Night Tide (1961), starring Dennis Hopper, and the underrepresented supernatural gem Messiah of Evil (1973) will also join The Film Detective's June line-up.
  • Churchill and The Film Detective are also set to announce collaborations on a "director's cut" edition of Churchill's popular children's book, Movies Are Magic: The Director's Cut.
  • For more information about Movies Are Magic: The Director's Cut, visit https://www.amazon.com/Movies-Are-Magic-Directors-Cut/dp/B09Y5DQPPK
    For more information on The Film Detective, visit www.thefilmdetective.com .
  • The Film Detective is a leading distributor of restored classic programming, including feature films, television, foreign imports, and documentaries and is a division of Cinedigm.

The Film Detective is Heating Up with Sizzling Sunday Pre-Code Marathons

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Thursday, April 28, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, April 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cinedigm, the leading independent streaming company super-serving enthusiast fan bases, announced today that The Film Detective, the classic film restoration and streaming company, is heating up this spring with a Sizzling Sunday line-up of weekly Pre-Code marathons.

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  • LOS ANGELES, April 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cinedigm, the leading independent streaming company super-serving enthusiast fan bases, announced today that The Film Detective, the classic film restoration and streaming company, is heating up this spring with a Sizzling Sunday line-up of weekly Pre-Code marathons.
  • The Film Detective classic film and television app is available to stream on web, iOS, Android, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, and Apple TV.
  • The Film Detective is a leading distributor of restored classic programming, including feature films, television, foreign imports, and documentaries and is a division of Cinedigm.
  • Launched in 2014, The Film Detective has distributed its extensive library of 3,000+ hours of film on DVD and Blu-ray and through leading platforms including TCM, NBC, Amazon, MeTV, PBS, and more.

Original Film Series, Classic Films for Kids, Debuts on The Film Detective, April 2

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Friday, April 1, 2022
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Classic Films for Kids will be hosted by Jennifer Churchill, classic film enthusiast and author of Movies are Magic, the children's book dedicated to a look at the history of film, with an introduction from Turner Classic Movies (TCM) primetime host Ben Mankiewicz.

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  • Classic Films for Kids will be hosted by Jennifer Churchill, classic film enthusiast and author of Movies are Magic, the children's book dedicated to a look at the history of film, with an introduction from Turner Classic Movies (TCM) primetime host Ben Mankiewicz.
  • Classic Films for Kids will feature full-length, classic films, contextualized with insight and commentary.
  • ET on The Film Detective channel, followed by SVOD releases on TFD's classic film and television app, beginning with Jack and the Beanstalk on April 2.
  • The Film Detective (TFD) is a leading distributor of restored classic programming, including feature films, television, foreign imports and documentaries and is a division of Cinedigm.

The Film Detective Places the Spotlight on April Fools With a Month of Classic Comedy

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Thursday, March 31, 2022
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The Film Detective is proud to welcome the new, original series Classic Films for Kids, hosted by film enthusiast and Movies are Magic author Jennifer Churchill.

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  • The Film Detective is proud to welcome the new, original series Classic Films for Kids, hosted by film enthusiast and Movies are Magic author Jennifer Churchill.
  • The Film Detective will also premiere episodes of The Film Detective Podcast on its live channel, beginning April 3.
  • The Film Detective Podcast is hosted by Carl Amari, film producer, syndicated radio host, and a foremost authority on the golden age of radio.
  • The Film Detective is a leading distributor of restored classic programming, including feature films, television, foreign imports, and documentaries and is a division of Cinedigm.

The Film Detective Rolls Out the Red Carpet in Honor of the 94th Academy Awards®

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Monday, February 28, 2022
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The Film Detective's March lineup will be highlighted with a new Film Detective Focus interview featuring The Film Detective's Don Stradley and broadcast legend Dana Hersey.

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  • The Film Detective's March lineup will be highlighted with a new Film Detective Focus interview featuring The Film Detective's Don Stradley and broadcast legend Dana Hersey.
  • Don and Dana will return to discuss Oscarclassics and The Film Detective's March lineup, available in March on The Film Detective YouTube channel and website.
  • The Film Detective app is available on the web, iOS, Android, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, and Apple TV.
  • The Film Detective is a leading distributor of restored classic programming, including feature films, television, foreign imports, and documentaries and is a division of Cinedigm.

The Film Detective Presents - The Classic Creature-Feature 'Monster From Green Hell' on Special-Edition Blu-ray & DVD March 8

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Thursday, February 10, 2022
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From the era of giant bugs and atomic testing comes this low-budget howler about mutant wasps.

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  • From the era of giant bugs and atomic testing comes this low-budget howler about mutant wasps.
  • Jim Davis, who later starred in the TV series Dallas, plays Dr. Quent Brady, the scientist who starts the whole mess.
  • The special-edition release features a stunning 4K transfer, including both widescreen (1.85:1) and full-frame (1.33:1) versions of the film.
  • Monster From Green Hell comes as the latest in a series of collaborations between TFD and The Wade Williams Collection.

The Film Detective Celebrates Black History Month with Pioneering Filmmakers and Stars from Hollywood's Golden Age

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Friday, January 28, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cinedigm, the leading independent streaming company super-serving enthusiast fan bases, announced today that The Film Detective, the classic film restoration and streaming company, will feature a nightly film showcasing pioneering filmmakers and stars in honor of Black History Month, every night at 8 p.m.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cinedigm, the leading independent streaming company super-serving enthusiast fan bases, announced today that The Film Detective, the classic film restoration and streaming company, will feature a nightly film showcasing pioneering filmmakers and stars in honor of Black History Month, every night at 8 p.m.
  • Coming to Blu-ray and DVD from The Film Detective in February will be the first dancing musical in 100% technicolor, Dancing Pirate (1936), on February 22.
  • The Film Detective classic film and television app is available to stream on the web, iOS, Android, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, and Apple TV.
  • The Film Detective is a leading distributor of restored classic programming, including feature films, television, foreign imports, and documentaries and is a division of Cinedigm.

The Film Detective Presents the Intriguing, Golden Age Sizzler 'The Capture,' Coming to Special-Edition Blu-ray & DVD, Jan. 18th

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Friday, January 14, 2022
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From writer Niven Busch, author of Duel in the Sun, comes this equally torrid sizzler, loaded with the intrigue and passion that marked the Golden Age of Cinema.

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  • From writer Niven Busch, author of Duel in the Sun, comes this equally torrid sizzler, loaded with the intrigue and passion that marked the Golden Age of Cinema.
  • Vanner also reveals that he fell in love with the dead man's widow (Teresa Wright), only to have his past catch up to him.
  • TFD has released its classic movie app on web, Android, iOS, Roku, Amazon Fire TV and Apple TV.
  • For more information, visit www.thefilmdetective.com
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The Film Detective to Honor Betty White with a 'Life with Elizabeth' Marathon

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Thursday, January 6, 2022
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The Film Detective will honor Television's "Golden Girl" with an all-day marathon of Life with Elizabeth on January 17.

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  • The Film Detective will honor Television's "Golden Girl" with an all-day marathon of Life with Elizabeth on January 17.
  • The first of many hit sitcoms for Betty White, Life With Elizabeth follows the antics of the charming Elizabeth (Betty White) and her husband Alvin (Del Moore).
  • "Betty White was a trailblazer throughout the Golden Age of Television, whose influence will live on for generations to come," said Phil Hopkins, President of The Film Detective.
  • The Betty White Marathon will be featured on The Film Detective on January 17, on Sling TV, Plex, DistroTV, STIRR, Rakuten TV, and Local Now.