Peacock has secured its first major scripted series program nomination at the Emmys for 'All Her Fault,' marking a significant milestone for the NBCUniversal streamer in awards conversations.

NBCUniversal's new partnership with YouTube indicates a continuing evolution in media strategy, moving away from the standalone direct-to-consumer (DTC) model towards collaborative approaches.

NBCUniversal's new deal with YouTube is expected to significantly impact the streaming landscape, potentially ushering in a new era focused on content aggregation on major platforms.

A transgender woman is suing NBCUniversal and Universal Studios, alleging that her full-time work schedule was sharply reduced in 2025 after she made a complaint about a sexual advance from an NBC boss.

Comcast announced that its NBCUniversal streaming service, Peacock, achieved its first profitable quarter in Q2, though the company also warned of softness in its theme parks business as an NBCUniversal split looms.

Comcast has completed the spin-off of NBCUniversal, prompting questions about the future implications for both companies.

In an MLB first, NBCUniversal's sports properties will air all 15 Major League Baseball games on July 5th as part of their 'Star-Spangled Sunday' telecast.

Comcast's plan to spin off NBCUniversal into a publicly traded company is believed by a Hollywood insider to potentially affect NFL broadcasting rights, with Netflix seen as a keen contender.

News surrounding a potential Comcast-NBCUniversal spinoff could indicate a trend towards larger media mergers and acquisitions in 2026.

Comcast's decision to split NBCUniversal is making it easier for Wall Street analysts to assess the company's value. This strategic move aims to provide greater clarity for investors.

Apple has accused Indian antitrust investigators of 'copying' claims made by competitors and failing to conduct a proper independent investigation into the company's practices.

David Letterman's Worldwide Pants has partnered with NBCUniversal and Merzigo to expand the global streaming distribution of over 6,000 vintage late-night episodes on platforms like YouTube and Facebook.

NBCUniversal is betting you’ll want to watch what happens when it launches “Shop What Happens,” a new Peacock series with a heavy dose of Bravo and just a hint of what may lie in TV’s future.

NBCUniversal emphasizes the broad value of premium video content as social marketing continues to gain prominence in the advertising landscape.

NBCUniversal has released its first mobile game with Wolf Games, 'Law and Order: Clue Hunter,' which is now available on the Peacock mobile app and offers fans a new way to engage with the franchise.

Variety and NBCUniversal have announced a partnership for a cross-platform content initiative to celebrate NBC's yearlong 100th anniversary, featuring a recurring series of editorial and branded content.

NBCUniversal announced that a TV series based on the successful 'Fast & Furious' franchise is being developed for its Peacock streaming service, with actor Vin Diesel making an announcement ahead of the 11th film.

Comedian Seth Meyers delivered jokes targeting Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison and Paramount during NBCUniversal's annual presentation to advertisers.

At NBCUniversal’s upfront on May 11, as has become typical for this time of year, Bravo flooded the zone.

Under a new agreement between NBCUniversal and Roku, Peacock's ad-free tier, Premium Plus, will soon be available as part of Roku Premium Subscriptions.

The Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, Italy, significantly boosted NBCUniversal and Versant, propelling them ahead of YouTube in Nielsen’s Media Distributor Gauge report for February viewing.

Fox’s ad-supported streamer Tubi has significantly boosted its Canadian on-demand library by acquiring more than 600 movies and TV shows from major content providers including Disney, Lionsgate, NBCUniversal, Sony Pictures Entertainment, and Warner Bros. Discovery.

Sam Semon, Head of International Business Affairs for Amazon MGM Studios and a former executive at NBCUniversal and Gaumont Television, died March 17 after battling an undisclosed illness. He was 60. His family confirmed the news on social media, writing in part: “He fought valiantly and with unwavering faith to the very end. We admire […]

Shorter seasons have reshaped the television landscape, controversially so. A trio of NBCUniversal development executives has mixed opinions.

NBCUniversal is pulling the plug on original production for first-run syndication, a decision that brings the curtain down on “Access Hollywood” and “Access Hollywood Live” as well as talk shows…

The service workers were laid off on Monday after the entertainment company allegedly canceled deals with a facilities subcontractor at three locations.

NBCUniversal is planning to lay off dozens of employees following the shutdown of Showmax, an African streaming service it jointly operated with Canal+. The layoffs are a direct consequence of the streaming platform's closure.

Emile Kotze, a former participant in the popular reality show 'Below Deck', has filed a lawsuit against media company NBCUniversal seeking $633 million, claiming he was exposed during the show's filming...

Fremantle has appointed Ben Crompton as its new global head of entertainment. The Brit will take up the senior leadership role later this month and will report directly to global CEO Jennifer Mullin.

Versant, an NBCUniversal cable spinoff, says MS NOW is growing as its stock falls about 27% in 2026 The US’s biggest liberal-leaning network, MS NOW, has seen double-digit viewership gains since rebranding from MSNBC, the company’s CEO claimed on Tuesday. “Since the rebrand to MS NOW in the fourth quarter, that momentum has not only held, it has accelerated with double-digit growth in total viewers since November,” said Mark Lazarus, CEO of MS NOW parent company Versant. Continue reading...

Hello Crawlers: The “Dungeon Crawler Carl” TV series announced in August 2024 is alive and well at NBCUniversal and Seth MacFarlane’s Fuzzy Door Productions, according to author Matt Dinniman, who has already read the first few scripts for the project. “Right now, we’re at the point where Chris Yost, who’s writing the show, has written […]

Amazon's AWS Elemental Inference will provide entertainment companies with new AI-powered vertical video technology, allowing real-time conversion of live content into vertical video.

The NBCU Entertainment chair and the first British woman to run a major Hollywood studio received the BAFTA Fellowship, the British Academy's highest honor, in London on Sunday.

EXCLUSIVE: Surrounded by an array of superstar thespians, Charles Finch welcomed an array of stars and Hollywood’s mightiest studio chiefs to a “dysfunctional evening” also known as the annual pre- BAFTA Party hosted by Finch himself and the very nice people from Chanel. With Dame Donna Langley, chairman of NBCUniversal Entertainment and Michael De Luca, […]

The show 'Anna Pigeon' will not be available on Peacock due to a change at NBCUniversal, with streaming options limited to USA Network in the U.S. and Crave in Canada.

Paramount+ executives are developing new strategies to expand and evolve the streaming platform following Taylor Sheridan's planned move to NBCUniversal.

Comcast's latest earnings report underscored the strong performance of NBCUniversal, coming ahead of the company's previously announced plan to split its cable and media businesses into two separate publicly traded entities.

Cesar Conde, chairman of NBCUniversal News Group, stated that soccer has reached 'critical mass' in the U.S., citing the significant number of non-Spanish speakers tuning into Telemundo and Peacock for World Cup coverage.

NBCUniversal is launching its first international adaptation of the hit Bravo reality series 'Summer House' in Canadian cottage country, set to debut on Hayu in 2027.

Following Comcast's successful spinoff of NBCUniversal, Disney is reportedly considering separating its Parks business to potentially improve its struggling stock price.

Comcast's decision to split NBCUniversal is reportedly shifting the company's strategic focus back towards its core broadband business.

An analysis suggests that Netflix is unlikely to pursue an acquisition of NBCUniversal if it were to spin off, despite Netflix's previous $82.7 billion deal to buy Warner Bros.' streaming and studios business.

Following the announcement of a split between Comcast and NBCUniversal, analysts have begun speculating about potential merger and acquisition targets for both companies.

NBCUniversal is reportedly exploring the possibility of leveraging its intellectual property for video game development following its separation from Comcast.

Comcast's NBCUniversal spinoff is reported to have significantly altered the dynamics of the streaming wars, impacting the competitive landscape.

Sources suggest that NBCUniversal may explore entering the video game business following its split from Comcast, indicating a potential strategic shift for the media giant.

Comcast has announced plans to separate NBCUniversal and Sky through a tax-free spinoff, causing its shares to rise. This strategic move aims to streamline operations and unlock shareholder value.

NBCUniversal is organizing an invite-only comedy showcase at 30 Rock to present rising talent to industry leaders, including casting, development, and late-night executives.

NBCUniversal and Fubo have reached a new distribution agreement, ending a seven-month carriage dispute and restoring NBCUniversal channels to Fubo subscribers ahead of the World Cup.

Novacinema will premiere NBCUniversal's timely documentary 'The AI Doc: Or How I became an Apocaloptimist' on Monday, June 1st, offering subscribers an insightful look into artificial intelligence.

NBCUniversal Launch has announced its annual Unscripted Pitch Accelerator program, an initiative designed to discover the company's next hit unscripted franchises.

Versant Media reported a decline in profit for its first fiscal quarter, attributed to erosion in its TV operations and increased corporate costs following its spin-off from NBCUniversal. Despite this, some direct-to-consumer businesses showed strength.

Nine major TV companies, including A+E Global Media, AMC Global Media, Fox, and NBCUniversal, have partnered with Open AP to standardize how commercials are tied to business results.

The WNBA's media rights deal has reportedly grown to over $3 billion in value, following new agreements with major companies such as Disney, Amazon, and NBCUniversal.

Hosts from MSNBC's 'Morning Joe' and CNBC's 'Squawk Box' appeared on stage at the NBCUniversal upfront event to advocate for the impact of Versant Media's programming, a presence that was once routine but now holds renewed significance.

Bravo has renewed 'The Real Housewives of Rhode Island' for a second season and ordered 'Vanderpump Rules: Lisa Las Vegas,' among other reality slate renewals. These announcements were made during NBCUniversal's upfront presentation, confirming over 500 hours of original programming for the year.

Pearlena Igbokwe, Chairman of NBCUniversal, discussed the company's strategic focus areas on Variety's "Strictly Business" podcast, including the return of pilots and optimizing broadcast and streaming platforms.

After significant losses, NBCUniversal's streaming service Peacock is projected to potentially turn a profit in the upcoming quarter, marking a long-awaited milestone.

SeriesFest announced additional programming for its 2026 lineup, including a screening of Netflix’s 'Lord of the Flies,' an innovation talk with NBCUniversal Entertainment's chief business officer, and a panel with NBC drama writers.

A delayed release of February's Nielsen summary, due to a dispute over methodology changes, confirmed that the Olympics were highly successful for NBCUniversal and Versant.

NBCUniversal Entertainment chair Donna Langley and tech activist and founder Tracy Chou are among the special honorees at this year’s Vital Voices Global Leadership Awards.

NBCUniversal's studio unit saw its bottom line drop, driven by a bigger slate, Disney stayed atop the global box office. Plus, a look at Netflix and its optimism post-WBD auction.

Ina Garten's shepherd's pie with a photo of the chef. Erin McDowell/Business Insider; Nathan Congleton/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal/Getty Images I tried Ina Garten's easy shepherd's pie recipe. The…

Η Nova ανακοινώνει την επίτευξη αποκλειστικής, πολυετούς συμφωνίας με την NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution για τα δικαιώματα πρώτης προβολής (first-run pay window) στην Ελλάδα και την Κύπρο για…

NBCUniversal Media Group has upped Gus O’Brien to President, International Networks & Direct-to-Consumer, as current incumbent Ken Bettsteller moves to an advisory role.

EMILE Kotze, nekadašnji sudionik reality showa "Below Deck", tuži medijsku kuću NBCUniversal za 633 milijuna dolara.

Fremantle has hired NBCUniversal’s Ben Crompton as the replacement for the outgoing Andrew Llinares.

Net income at newly public Versant fell 31% in 2025, as the company saw revenue from advertising and distribution tumble, underscoring the NBCUniversal spin-off’s new mission to increase business not…

Jimmy Donaldson — better known as Mr. Beast — is the biggest personality on the internet. His former manager says platforms like YouTube and TikTok are working to prevent another star breaking through in the same way. : Weiss Eubanks/NBCUniversal via Getty Images Being famous on social media used to be a novelty. Now it can be a real career. Manager Reed Duchscher, best-known for working with MrBeast, helps people generate fame and money on the internet. Here's how he sees the social media e...

It appears NBCUniversal gets the gold for its presentation of the Milan Cortina Olympics, which were the most-watched Winter Games in more than a decade. From Opening through Closing ceremony, this ye

Dame Donna Langley, NBCUniversal Entertainment’s chairman, has been awarded BAFTA’s highest accolade. The first British woman to run a major Hollywood studio, Langley was today handed a Fellowship pri

NBCUniversal has filed a lawsuit against Group Black, alleging breach of contract and seeking nearly $36 million in damages.

Matt Strauss, chairman of NBCUniversal Media Group, spoke on Variety's "Strictly Business" podcast about the evolution of the Peacock streaming service, membership rewards, and the ongoing "great re-bundling" in streaming media.

NBCUniversal has announced a partnership with YouTube Premium, aiming to expand the reach and accessibility of its streaming service, Peacock.

Comcast Co-CEOs Brian Roberts and Mike Cavanagh informed investors that NBCUniversal is moving towards 'independence' and that discussions with potential partners are already underway.

Chris Berend, formerly of NBCUniversal News Group, has been named chief content and experience officer at Hearst Magazines, a newly created role.

Telemundo's extensive World Cup coverage over the past four weeks has shattered numerous viewership records for NBCUniversal’s Spanish-language network. The strong performance, particularly on two specific days, has significantly boosted ratings for both Telemundo and Peacock.

Reports indicate growing tension between Fox, the English-language World Cup rightsholder, and NBCUniversal's Telemundo, as Telemundo actively courts English-speaking viewers for its coverage.

Leaders from NBCUniversal, IBM, State Farm, Autodesk, and Coinbase shared insights on marketplace trends, AI, and consumer engagement during a 'Strictly Business' podcast episode at Cannes Lions.

Comcast has denied that the reported split of NBCUniversal is a precursor to mergers and acquisitions, with Warner Bros. Discovery offering a precedent.

Moody's has placed Comcast's debt rating under review, citing concerns about reduced revenue diversification following the pending spin-off of NBCUniversal.

The amicable divorce between Comcast and NBCUniversal signals a broader trend in the media business where bigger is no longer necessarily seen as better. This split is the latest development in Hollywood's evolving landscape, facing regulatory scrutiny.

Deutsche Bank suggests that Comcast's stock is an attractive buy following the company's plans to spin off its media business, NBCUniversal.

This podcast episode discusses recent box office performances, including 'Supergirl's' stumble, 'Toy Story 5's' success, and 'Michael' hitting a milestone, alongside an explanation of Comcast's decision to split NBCUniversal and Sky from its cable division.

Comcast stock has skyrocketed following news of potential spinoff plans for its NBCUniversal and Sky divisions.

Comcast is reportedly planning to spin off its NBCUniversal media and entertainment assets, a move that could reshape the company's strategic focus and market position.

Donna Mirus Bates has been promoted to Global Franchise Strategy Officer for Universal Destinations & Experiences, where she will oversee franchise management and strategic partnerships amid a period of significant growth for the Comcast NBCUniversal unit.

NBCUniversal Media Chairman Matt Strauss announced that Peacock, the 6-year-old streaming service, is expected to turn a profit in the current quarter (Q2). Strauss called this a significant milestone for the company and its team.

CNN has appointed Anna Frost, a former CNN alum and top marketing executive at NBCUniversal’s Peacock, as its new head of marketing for CNN Worldwide, overseeing consolidated brand and growth marketing groups.

The 2026 Upfronts in New York, a three-day event where media and tech companies pitched to advertisers, saw strong performances from Disney and Netflix, while NBCUniversal reportedly struggled.

NBCUniversal's streaming service, Peacock, is licensing 10 micro dramas from ReelShort, further embracing short-form content in Hollywood's evolving entertainment landscape.

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Bravo has announced that BravoCon will return in Fall 2027, and a one-day Bravo Fan Fest will be held in Charleston, South Carolina, in 2026. These events were revealed during NBCUniversal's Upfront presentation, with Andy Cohen sharing the news.

Telemundo and the U.S. Soccer Federation have extended their Spanish-language media rights partnership until 2030. This deal continues NBCUniversal's valuable relationship with U.S. Soccer, which began in 2023.

The BBC and NBCUniversal have named UK companies Expectation and Plegazoid as the successful candidates in a highly competitive process to develop an upcoming unscripted entertainment show.

NBCUniversal has publicly stated that Nielsen's use of inaccurate metrics is causing media companies to be undervalued.

Comcast has promoted Vicki Williams to the newly created position of chief human resources officer, where she will lead HR teams across the company's entire media and cable businesses, in addition to her current role as head of HR at NBCUniversal.

High-profile executives from companies like Netflix, Paramount, NBCUniversal, Lionsgate, FilmNation, and MrBeast are slated to speak at the Association of Film Commissioners International’s annual event, rebranded as the AFCI Studio Summit, in Los Angeles this week.

As NBCUniversal readies virtual Andy Cohen to guide people through personalized versions of the Bravoverse, the longtime network stalwart and host/EP of Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen,…

"Access Hollywood" is being canceled by NBCUniversal as part of a company's broader plan to roll back on syndicated programming, marking the end of an era for daytime television.

NBCUniversal is taking a bigger step into AI with the rollout of a virtual Andy Cohen guiding viewers through their own personalized “Bravoverse.” The move follows a similar effort to mobilize a…

Nova has announced an exclusive, multi-year agreement with NBCUniversal Global TV Distribution for first-run pay window rights to NBCUniversal films and TV series in Greece and Cyprus.

Even before spinning off from Comcast earlier this year, Versant Media has asserted its plan to be far more than merely a repository for former NBCUniversal cable TV networks.

Reality zvijezda Emile Kotze, poznat po emisiji "Below Deck", tuži NBCUniversal za 633 milijuna dolara zbog optužbi za seksualno uznemiravanje na setu emisije.

“The stats are fantastic,” enthused Comcast CEO Mike Cavanagh Tuesday on the NBCUniversal parent’s massive February sports push with Super Bowl LX, the Milan Cortina Olympic Winter Games and the 2026…

NBCUniversal’s vp of unscripted production Joshua Brown breaks down the standout pieces of Potomac’s 10th season, including Wendy Osefo’s arrest, Karen Huger’s release from jail and Angel Massie's…

NBCUniversal has promoted Emily Orozco to correspondent for Access Hollywood, based in the entertainment news program’s New York City bureau.

NBCUniversal’s coverage averaged more than 23 million viewers, and Peacock had its best month ever.

NBCUniversal Entertainment chairman Dame Donna Langley teased a potential Mamma Mia threequel this afternoon at the BAFTA Film Awards, where she is set to receive the BAFTA Fellowship Award, the arts charity’s highest accolade.  “Yes, I’m going to say right now that there will be a Mamma Mia 3,” Langley told Deadline on the BAFTA […]