New York, NY – Announced today, BBC AMERICA earned three Golden Globe^® nominations for Orphan Black, Luther and Burton and Taylor.  BBC AMERICA tied with AMC for the most nominations for a basic cable network.

“Our multiple nominations are a testament to the strength of BBC AMERICA’s original series and co-productions which attract incredible talent from around the world.  These captivating performances across categories demonstrate our commitment to compelling drama and great storytelling. We are grateful to the Hollywood Foreign Press Association for their recognition.  Congratulations to the nominees and our production partners,” commented Perry Simon, GM, BBC AMERICA.

Helena Bonham Carter received a nod for her portrayal of legendary actress, Elizabeth Taylor, in the BBC AMERICA co-production, Burton and Taylor.  This marks Helena’s seventh Golden Globe^® nomination.  She has also earned a SAG ^® Award nomination for her performance in Burton & Taylor.

Golden Globe^® winner Idris Elba received recognition in the category of Best Performance by an Actor in a Mini-Series or Movie Made for Television for reprising his role of troubled cop, John Luther in the BBC AMERICA co-production Luther.   He has previously been nominated twice and won once for this role.

Tatiana Maslany, breakout star of the BBC AMERICA original series, Orphan Black, earned a nomination in the category of Best Actress in a Television Series, Drama for her multi-character performance in which she plays seven different clones.  This is Tatiana’s first Golden Globe^® nomination.  Earlier this year she earned a Critics’ Choice Award, a Television Critics Association Award and a Young Hollywood Award for the same performance.

Luther and Burton and Taylor premiered in BBC AMERICA’s Dramaville programming block, the home of groundbreaking British drama.