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Sony Acquires Majority Stake in Eleventh Hour Films

The acquisition aims to enhance the growth of the UK-based TV production company, known for popular dramas like 'Alex Rider' and 'Magpie Murders.'

  • Sony Pictures Television now holds a majority stake in Eleventh Hour Films, previously a minority shareholder since 2018.
  • Eleventh Hour Films joins other major UK drama producers under Sony, such as Left Bank Pictures and Bad Wolf.
  • The leadership team at Eleventh Hour sees Jill Green transitioning to chairperson and co-CEOs Eve Gutierrez and Paula Cuddy taking the helm.
  • The company plans to continue its successful collaborations with novelist Anthony Horowitz and expand its production portfolio.
  • New executive appointments include Sarah Woolway as Chief Commercial Officer, strengthening the company's commercial and legal operations.
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