9 Story to Launch International Sales at MIPCOM 2009For Immediate Release:
(TORONTO) - (September 28 2009) -- Leading production and distribution studio, 9 Story Entertainment has secured a commission from YTV in Canada for the production of their proprietary series Almost Naked Animals.. Based on the popular website of the same name, created by Noah Z. Jones, the animated series (52 x 11 min) is scheduled for a fall 2010 premiere.
The all-new Almost Naked Animals is an irreverent, fast-paced series featuring free-spirited animals in their underwear that run a beach-front hotel like kids at a summer camp - and do their best to make each day more fun than the last. Lead dog and hotel manager, Howie, who has the attention span of an 11-year old in a video arcade, heads the dysfunctional but extremely humorous ensemble cast.
"We are very excited to be commencing production on Almost Naked Animals. We spent a great deal of time in development, ensuring the characters, the pacing and the tone of the show was precise. It is extremely gratifying to see our work come to fruition and the end result is this high-quality, curiously funny animated property," said 9 Story Entertainment's CEO, Vince Commisso. "YTV is the perfect home for this uniquely entertaining series and its memorable characters. The network's audience is certain to love the off-beat adventures and vivid animation. We also see strong potential for the series in the international marketplace and look forward to introducing our newly completed promo at MIPCOM in October."
About 9 Story Entertainment:
Founded in 2001, 9 Story Entertainment is an award-winning production and distribution company dedicated to delivering the most loved children's properties internationally. Producers of such popular shows as Peep and the Big Wide World and Survive This, 9 Story has delivered over 200 half hours of television content. Led by executive producers Vince Commisso and Steven Jarosz, who have more than 25 years of combined specialized industry experience and leadership, the 9 Story team includes Executive Vice-President Natalie Osborne, heading up international business development and Vice President of Development, Liliana Vogt. With 70+ employees and full production and distribution capabilities, 9 Story is a leader in the amazing and magical world of youth entertainment. www.9story.com
About YTV:
Seen in over 10.5 million homes across Canada, YTV is a leading entertainment brand for kids. As a major force in kids' television, YTV offers great programming for kids and families with hit Nickelodeon series, blockbuster movies and original Canadian programming. YTV reaches kids online at YTV.com and in local communities with the travelling road show WOW!. Visit www.ytv.com.
