Microsoft’s XBox 360 gets original Internet television
Image from WikipediaThe fight for the new generation Internet television platform has begun.
Microsoft, is looking to enlarge its offerings on its Xbox 360 console, has reached an accord to get original television shows for distribution, on their system with Hollywood movie production house the Safran Company. The company is representing clients like actor and producer Sean Combs (“Monster’s Ball”), actor and writer Nia Vardalos (“My Big Fat Greek Wedding”) and filmmakers Jason Friedberg and Aaron Seltzer (“Epic Movie”).The New York Times reports:
In an interview at his office in Los Angeles last week, Mr. Safran said his first round of programs would all be scripted, as opposed to reality shows, and would probably run under 10 minutes. He said he planned initially to focus on genres, like comedy and horror, which appeal to the Xbox 360 audience, which is heavily concentrated from the ages of 14 to 34, and tends to be more male than female. The first shows are expected to be available to viewers by the fall.
The new television shows will be at the beginning only available, exclusively via the Xbox 360, in a later stage they might appear on other platforms.
Tags: Aaron Seltzer, Epic Movie, Jason Friedberg, Los Angeles, Microsoft, Nia Vardalos, Peter Safran, Sean Combs, Xbox 360, Xbox Live