The prestigious BAFTA Film and TV Awards will continue to captivate audiences worldwide as BritBox announces its new partnership with BAFTA to stream the awards through 2025. This exciting deal solidifies BritBox’s position as a leading platform for British content and iconic cultural events.
Simultaneous Streaming of Film and TV Awards
Starting with the BAFTA Film Awards, held on February 18 in London and hosted by the talented David Tennant, BritBox will provide a simulcast of the ceremony. The nominees for this year’s awards include acclaimed films like “Oppenheimer,” “Poor Things,” and “Killers of the Flower Moon.” But that’s not all. For the first time ever, viewers can tune in to BritBox to catch the highly anticipated BAFTA Television Awards, happening on May 12. Stay tuned for the announcement of the nominations.
A Global Celebration of British Creativity
Traditionally, both ceremonies are broadcast on the BBC in the UK, but with a two-hour delay. However, this new agreement means that BritBox subscribers in the United States, Canada, South Africa, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, and Norway can now enjoy the awards shows in real-time, just as they are broadcast in the UK. This marks a significant milestone as it will be the first time the BAFTA Television Awards will be available in these territories.
Delighting Fans in Australia
For BritBox subscribers in Australia, the significant time difference won’t dampen the excitement. The awards will be available on-demand, allowing Australian viewers to catch up and experience the magic of the BAFTA celebrations at their convenience.
A Partnership Celebrating British Excellence
Reemah Sakaan, CEO of BritBox International, expressed her excitement about the partnership, stating, “BritBox is known for being home to the best British content from some of the U.K.’s most prolific names and iconic cultural events which makes our simulcast of the BAFTAs to our audiences around the world so special.” This collaboration between BritBox and BAFTA celebrates the very best of British creativity, and the extension of their partnership to include both the Film and Television awards is an exciting development.
Unforgettable Moments and Musical Performances
Last year’s BAFTA Film Awards witnessed a surge in viewership, with 3.8 million people in the UK tuning in. Memorable moments, including Ariana Du Bose’s unforgettable rap, created a viral buzz around the event. This year, the ceremony promises to be equally captivating. Pop star Sophie Ellis-Bextor is confirmed to perform at the awards, following the resurgence of her hit track “Murder on the Dancefloor” in the closing scenes of Emerald Fennell’s controversial film, “Saltburn.”
With this new agreement, BritBox continues to bring the best of British entertainment to audiences worldwide. Join the celebration of creativity and catch the BAFTA Film and TV Awards exclusively on BritBox. Visit F5mag.com to learn more about BritBox and its incredible lineup of British content.
Source Link: Variety