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BBC America
NameBBC America
LaunchMarch 29, 1998
CountryUnited States

BBC America is a American basic cable and satellite television network that is owned by BBC Studios, a subsidiary of the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). The network primarily airs British television programming, including drama, comedy, news, and documentary series, as well as some American and Canadian content. BBC America has partnerships with various networks, including AMC Networks, Discovery, and Corus, to distribute its content. The network is available in over 80 million households in the United States, and its programming is also available on streaming platforms such as Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, and Netflix.

● History

BBC America was launched on March 29, 1998, as a joint venture between the BBC and Discovery to bring British programming to the American market. The network's early programming included popular British series such as Doctor Who, Monty Python's Flying Circus, and Red Dwarf, as well as news and documentary programs from the BBC News and BBC Documentary divisions. Over the years, the network has expanded its programming to include more American and Canadian content, such as Orphan Black, Killing Eve, and Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency. The network has also partnered with other cable networks, including AMC and SundanceTV, to co-produce and distribute content.

● Programming

BBC America's programming includes a wide range of drama, comedy, news, and documentary series from the UK, Canada, and the US. Some of the network's most popular programs include Doctor Who, Sherlock, Luther, and The Last Kingdom, as well as comedy series such as The Inbetweeners and The IT Crowd. The network also airs news and current affairs programs, including BBC News and Question Time, as well as documentary series such as Planet Earth and Blue Planet. In addition, the network has partnered with other networks, including HBO, Showtime, and Starz, to co-produce and distribute content, such as The Night Of, Twin Peaks, and Outlander.

● Availability

BBC America is available in over 80 million households in the US, and its programming is also available on streaming platforms such as Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, and Netflix. The network is carried by most major cable and satellite providers, including Comcast, Charter, AT&T, and Dish. The network is also available on over-the-top platforms, such as Sling TV, YouTube TV, and Philo. In addition, the network's programming is available on BBC iPlayer, the BBC's online video-on-demand service, which is available in the UK and other countries.

● International versions

BBC America has several international versions, including BBC Canada, BBC Kids, and BBC First, which are available in Canada, Australia, and other countries. These networks air a mix of British and local programming, including drama, comedy, news, and documentary series. The networks are owned by the BBC and its partners, including Corus and Foxtel. In addition, the BBC has several other international networks, including BBC World News, BBC Entertainment, and CBeebies, which are available in over 200 countries and territories.

● Corporate affairs

BBC America is owned by BBC Studios, a subsidiary of the BBC. The network is headquartered in New York and has offices in Los Angeles and London. The network's parent company, BBC Studios, is a global media company that produces and distributes content for the BBC and other networks. The company has partnerships with several other networks, including AMC, Discovery, and Corus, to distribute its content. The network's CEO is Ann Sarnoff, who also serves as the CEO of WarnerMedia.

● Reception

BBC America has received critical acclaim for its programming, including drama series such as Killing Eve and The Last Kingdom, as well as comedy series such as The Inbetweeners and The IT Crowd. The network has won several awards, including Emmy Awards, Golden Globe Awards, and Peabody Awards. The network has also been praised for its news and current affairs programming, including BBC News and Question Time. However, the network has also faced criticism for its limited availability and high cost, as well as its reliance on reality TV and other low-cost programming. Despite these criticisms, the network remains a popular destination for fans of British programming and quality TV. Category:Television networks in the United States

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