Viacom International Studios Inks Distribution Deal With Awesomeness
Viacom International Studios has inked a deal with Awesomeness to handle international distribution for a large portfolio of series and films from the company, which focuses on creating original content for Gen Z and was acquired by Viacom in 2018. Under this agreement, Viacom International Studios' International Content Sales team will represent 18 Awesomeness TV series and 8 films. Specific titles include: the Emmy award winning series Zac & Mia; Light As A Feather, starring Peyton List; and You’ve Been Tagged, a social media thriller featuring Noah Centineo. Read More
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