PRESS RELEASES
October 4, 2012

BBC Worldwide America and Starz Kids & Family Announce First Time Deal For Children’s Titles Wingin’ It And Sadie J

Temple Street Productions’ Wingin’ It to premiere March 2013

BBC’s Sadie J to premiere September 2013

New York, NY – BBC Worldwide America Sales & Distribution today announced a first time sale to STARZ KIDS & FAMILY for the critically-acclaimed children’s titles, Wingin’ It and Sadie J. The popular teen- focused shows will air on the network’s “Six Block” programming franchise, with Wingin’ It scheduled to premiere on March 1, 2013 and Sadie J joining the block on September 1, 2013.

Wingin’ It
Temple Street Productions’ teen comedy, Wingin’ It, is the story of a reckless angel-in-training who has been sent to Earth to earn his wings. His mission is to transform a hapless student into the most popular kid in school. If he succeeds, he’ll get real wings and a halo. If he doesn’t, it’ll be a thousand years before he gets the chance to try again.Wingin’ It stars Dylan Everett (How to Be Indie),  Demetrius Joyette (The Latest BuzzRoxy Hunter and the Horrific Halloween),  Brittany Adams, Hannah Lochner, Sebastian Hearn and Wayne Thomas Yorke (AJ’s Time Travellers).

Sadie J
BBC’s BAFTA-nominated, Sadie J, is the story of the title character, Sadie Jenkins, who is the only girl in her vast family. And although there’s not a boyish pursuit she hasn’t been forced to endure, Sadie is quickly growing up. From fashion faux pas, to disastrous dates and make-up meltdowns, Sadie’s journey from tomboy to girly girl is quite a ride. Sadie J stars Georgia Lock(Download), Priyanka PatelRonan Carter (Life on the LineMam), Steve Speirs (Hunky Dory, Extras) and Alfie Stewart (The Great Ghost Rescue).

Matt Forde, EVP Sales and Co-Productions, BBC Worldwide America, said: “Wingin It and Sadie J are quickly becoming children’s classics around the globe. STARZ KIDS & FAMILY is the perfect home for these shows in the U.S. and we believe their audiences will find these characters and their stories irresistible.”

“STARZ KIDS & FAMILY is thrilled to welcome Wingin’ It and BAFTA-nominated Sadie J to our line-up,” says Starz Entertainment Executive Vice President of programming acquisitions Stephan Shelanski.  “Both series are proven hits with children around the world and we are pleased to bring them to American audiences. They are great additions to our continued partnership with BBC Worldwide.”

Wingin’ It continues to engage youth audiences season after season because of its smart story lines that strive to show viewers that there is a way to have fun while dealing with life’s everyday challenges. We are delighted to partner with Starz Entertainment to bring Wingin’ It to a whole new audience and add to its growing fan base,” commented John Young, Managing Director of Temple Street Productions.

The deal was brokered by Tom Misselbrook, Senior Manager, Sales and Co-Productions, BBC Worldwide America.

Wingin’ It – Created by Frank Van Keeken (Kids in the HallMad About You); Executive Producers are Ian Schneeberg, David Fortier and Frank Van Keeken.

Sadie J – Executive Producer is Gina Cronk (Tracy Beaker Returns), Producer isPaul McKenzie (My Almost Famous Family); and written by Robert Evans (The Green Green Grass).