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Sky Scripted Boss Says End Of HBO Output Deal In UK Will “Not Leave Holes” In The Schedules — Series Mania
Sky execs have talked HBO output deal, 'The Day Of The Jackal' & 'Sweetpea'
The end of Sky ’s much-discussed HBO output deal will “not leave holes” in the pay-TV giant’s UK schedules, according to its scripted boss. “It just leaves the very clear indication of building a slate and the notion of the business wanting more originals because they are doing a very good job of nurturing the customers but also bringing more people into Sky,” she said. Lyvers said Sky’s breadth of shows can help battle funding challenges, with examples ranging from the Peacock co-produced Day of the Jackal to Sweetpea, which was made “with a robust tax incentive in the UK and a healthy license fee.”
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