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HBO’s Highly Anticipated Game of Thrones Season Finale Premieres in Asia the Same Time as the U.S.

Monday June 27 at 9am and 9pm, exclusively on HBO

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WATCH: A preview of the final episode: https://youtu.be/FONvhJKo2C8

SINGAPORE, JUNE 23, 2016 – The season six finale of HBO’s epic series, GAME OF THRONES, premieres the same time as the US – this Monday, June 27 at 9am, exclusively on HBO (StarHub TV Ch 601), with a same day primetime encore at 9pm. The series will also be available on HBO On Demand.

Titled “The Winds of Winter”, the season finale is written by D.B. Weiss and directed by Miguel Sapochnik, also responsible for this week’s phenomenal penultimate episode, “Battle of the Bastards”.

As GAME OF THRONES concludes its sixth season, binge viewers can relive the excitement by watching all ten episodes back to back anytime on HBO On Demand (StarHub TV Ch 602 / StarHub Go) or on HBO Signature’s (Starhub TV Ch 603) July 9 and 10 weekend marathon, from 12pm daily.

Based on George R.R. Martin’s popular book series “A Song of Ice and Fire”, HBO’s Emmy® and Golden Globe award winning fantasy series chronicles an epic struggle for power in a vast and violent kingdom. The HBO series has won 26 Emmys®, among many other awards.

Returning series regulars on GAME OF THRONES this season include: Emmy® and Golden Globe winner Peter Dinklage (Tyrion Lannister), Nikolaj Coster-Waldau (Jaime Lannister), Lena Headey (Cersei Lannister), Emilia Clarke (Daenerys Targaryen), Aidan Gillen (Petyr “Littlefinger” Baelish), Diana Rigg (Lady Olenna Tyrell), Sophie Turner (Sansa Stark), Maisie Williams (Arya Stark) and Jonathan Pryce (the High Sparrow).

The executive producers of GAME OF THRONES are David Benioff, D.B. Weiss, Carolyn Strauss, Frank Doelger and Bernadette Caulfield; co-executive producers, Guymon Casady, Vince Gerardis and George R.R. Martin; supervising producer, Bryan Cogman; producers, Chris Newman, Greg Spence and Lisa McAtackney.

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About HBO ASIA

Singapore-based HBO Asia brings the best of Hollywood to Asia first through its exclusive licensing deals with major Hollywood and independent studios, including Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Universal Studios, Warner Bros. and Lionsgate. HBO Asia has proprietary and award-winning HBO and HBO Asia Original programmes that are produced exclusively for HBO viewers. Wholly owned by HBO (a Time Warner company), HBO Asia reaches 23 territories across Asia and offers a bouquet of channels and services including 24-hour commercial-free subscription movie channels in standard-definition and high-definition – HBO, HBO SIGNATURE, HBO FAMILY, HBO HITS, CINEMAX and RED by HBO – as well as HBO GO and HBO ON DEMAND. HBO Asia is also the exclusive distributor of BabyFirst and the DreamWorks channel in Asia. Log on to www.hboasia.com for more information.

HBO Releases WESTWORLD Trailer Worldwide

The new series premieres in Asia this October same time as the US exclusively on HBO

SINGAPORE, JUNE 20, 2016 – HBO today released a trailer for WESTWORLD (#Westworld), in global anticipation for the premiere of the network’s new drama series, slated to debut this October in Asia the same time as the US, exclusively on HBO late this year (fall of 2016). The series will also be available on HBO GO / HBO On Demand (in territories where applicable).

This ten-episode hour-long HBO Original drama series is a dark odyssey about the dawn of artificial consciousness and the evolution of sin. Set at the intersection of the near future and the reimagined past, it explores a world in which every human appetite, no matter how noble or depraved, can be indulged.

WESTWORLD’s all-star cast includes Anthony Hopkins, Ed Harris, Evan Rachel Wood, James Marsden, Thandie Newton, Jeffrey Wright, Tessa Thompson, Sidse Babett Knudsen, Jimmi Simpson, Rodrigo Santoro, Shannon Woodward, Ingrid Bolsø Berdal, Ben Barnes, Simon Quarterman, Angela Sarafyan, Luke Hemsworth and Clifton Collins, Jr.

Inspired by the motion picture “Westworld,” written and directed by Michael Crichton. Production companies, Bad Robot Productions, Jerry Weintraub Productions and Kilter Films in association with Warner Bros. Television. Executive producer/writer/director, Jonathan Nolan; executive producer/writer, Lisa Joy; executive producers, J.J. Abrams, Jerry Weintraub, Bryan Burk.

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About HBO ASIA

Singapore-based HBO Asia brings the best of Hollywood to Asia first through its exclusive licensing deals with major Hollywood and independent studios, including Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Universal Studios, Warner Bros. and Lionsgate. HBO Asia has proprietary and award-winning HBO and HBO Asia Original programmes produced exclusively for HBO viewers. Wholly owned by HBO (a Time Warner company), HBO Asia reaches 23 territories across Asia with six 24-hour commercial-free subscription movie channels: HBO, HBO Signature, HBO Family, HBO Hits, Cinemax and Red by HBO, internet streaming platform, HBO GO, subscription video on demand service, HBO On Demand, and in China, 鼎级剧场 (ding ji ju chang), destination for HBO’s hit series and Hollywood movies. HBO Asia is also the exclusive distributor of BabyFirst and the DreamWorks channel in the region. Log on to www.hboasia.com for more information.

WESTWORLD, HBO and Home Box Office are trademarks of Home Box Office, Inc. Used with permission

For more information, please contact HBO Asia:

Karen Lai

Director, Communications

Tel: (65) 6381 1796

Email: karen.lai@hboasia.com

 

Angela Poh

Manager, Communications

Tel: (65) 6381 1838

Email: angela.poh@hboasia.com

 

Chan Zi Ning

Executive, Communications

Tel: (65) 6381 1746

Email: zining.chan@hboasia.com

HBO Asia Presents Jurassic World

This Hari Raya Puasa: July 6 on Hbo and Hbo on Demand
Dubbed in Bahasa Melayu Exclusively on Hbo on Demand by Singapore’s Hisyam Hamid and Malaysian Celebrities, Nora Danish, Bront Palarae, Fahrin Ahmad, Izzue Islam, Nabil Ahmad, Among Others

SINGAPORE, JUNE 17, 2016 – The dinosaurs are back in all their prehistoric glory to bring us a series of chomping action this Hari Raya! Premiering for the first time on Singaporean television this Hari Raya Aidil Fitri, July 6 at 9pm on HBO (StarHub TV Ch 601), viewers will also have the option of watching JURASSIC WORLD in Bahasa Melayu on the same day at 11pm, exclusively on HBO On Demand (StarHub TV Ch 602 / StarHub Go).

In collaboration with Astro and celebrities from Singapore and Malaysia, HBO Asia’s Bahasa Melayu version of JURASSIC WORLD features the voice of Singapore’s very own Hisyam Hamid as Chris Pratt’s character, Owen.

Other voice talents include: Nora Danish as Bryce Dallas Howard’s Claire; Izzue Islam as Nick Robinson’s Zach; Wafiy as Ty Simpkins’ Gray; Bront Palarae as Irrfan Khan’s Masrani; Fahrin Ahmad as Vincent D’Onofrio’s Hoskins; Nabil Ahmad as Jake Johnson’s Lowery; Faizal Ismail as Omar Sy’s Barry; Syazwan Zakariah as BD Wong’s Dr. Henry Wu; Raianna A. Rahman as Judy Greer’s Karen; Fara Fauzana as Lauren Lapkus’ Vivian; Shalma Ainaa as Katie McGrath’s Zara; Akhmal Nazri as Jimmy Fallon; and Abby Fana as the female announcer.

This epic action adventure starring Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard smashed box office records to gross over USD 1.6 billion* in box office takings worldwide.

“JURASSIC WORLD was a huge hit in cinemas globally, and is the second-highest-grossing film of 2015,” said Yasmin Zahid, Head, Sales and Affiliate Marketing, HBO Asia. “HBO Asia, together with our partner, Astro, is bringing this action-adventure mega blockbuster in Bahasa Melayu voiced by Singaporean and Malaysian celebrities for the whole family, both young and old, to enjoy this Hari Raya.”

About JURASSIC WORLD

The story of Steven Spielberg’s original, Jurassic Park, comes full circle as the park that was only a promise comes to life. Welcome to Jurassic World, a fully operational luxury resort where tens of thousands of guests explore the wonder and brilliance of Earth’s most magnificent living prehistoric marvels and interact up close with them every day.

Overseeing every corner of Jurassic World is Claire (Bryce Dallas Howard, The Help), who finds herself unexpectedly saddled with the arrival of her nephews. With no time for the distraction of two visiting kids, Claire loads them with passes and sends them off to explore the park. The park’s miraculous animals are created by geneticist Dr. Henry Wu (BD Wong, Jurassic Park). While the commercial prosperity of the park demands new innovations ever year to keep guests returning, Dr. Wu is pushed beyond the bounds of ethical science, manipulating genetics to engineer a genetically modified dinosaur – the massive and mysterious Indominus rex – that has never walked the Earth before, and whose abilities remain undiscovered. To help assess the creature and the security of its containment, Claire visits Owen (Chris Pratt, Guardians of the Galaxy) an ex-military expert in animal behavior.

When the Indominus rex escapes and disappears within the depths of the jungle, every creature in Jurassic World, both dinosaur and human, is threatened, including Claire’s nephews. Now, Owen and Claire join the hunt for the boys as order inside the park turns to mayhem and guests turn into prey. Dinosaurs escape into the open, the skies and the water to engage in an all-out war for survival, and no corner within the world’s greatest theme park is safe anymore.

Directed by Colin Trevorrow (Safety Not Guaranteed) and executive produced by Steven Spielberg and Thomas Tull (Godzilla), JURASSIC WORLD premieres for the first time on Singaporean television on HBO (StarHub TV Ch 601) this Hari Raya Aidil Fitri, Wednesday, July 6 at 9pm. Exclusively on the same day at 11pm, viewers can choose to watch JURASSIC WORLD in Bahasa Melayu, featuring the voices of Hisyam Hamid and other Malaysian celebrities, only on HBO On Demand (StarHub TV Ch 602 / StarHub Go).

*Source: www.boxofficemojo.com

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 About HBO ASIA

Singapore-based HBO Asia brings the best of Hollywood to Asia first through its exclusive licensing deals with major Hollywood and independent studios, including Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Universal Studios, Warner Bros. and Lionsgate. HBO Asia has proprietary and award-winning HBO and HBO Asia Original programmes that are produced exclusively for HBO viewers. Wholly owned by HBO (a Time Warner company), HBO Asia reaches 23 territories across Asia and offers a bouquet of channels and services including 24-hour commercial-free subscription movie channels in standard-definition and high-definition – HBO, HBO SIGNATURE, HBO FAMILY, HBO HITS, CINEMAX and RED by HBO – as well as HBO GO and HBO ON DEMAND. HBO Asia is also the exclusive distributor of BabyFirst and the DreamWorks channel in Asia. Log on to www.hboasia.com for more information.

Hbo Asia’s halfworlds commissioned for a second season

Production has begun this week in Bangkok for the network’s first returnable series

SINGAPORE, JUNE 9, 2016 – HBO Asia announced today the renewal of the network’s dark action fantasy series, HALFWORLDS, with principal photography for the eight-part second season taking place in Bangkok and Batam.

This marks HALFWORLDS as HBO Asia’s very first returnable series, with season two scheduled for premiere at the end of 2016 on HBO Asia’s on-air, online and on-demand platforms.

Created by HBO Asia and helmed by Thai filmmaker Ekachai Uekrongtham (Beautiful Boxer, Skin Trade), season two of HALFWORLDS widens the universe established in the first season, shifting from the back alleys of Jakarta, to the neon streets of Bangkok, where a tenacious researcher named Juliet is trying to uncover the secret world of demons that live amongst us, while looking for an ancient artefact of great power.

Said Jonathan Spink, CEO of HBO Asia, “HALFWORLDS was created to transcend geographical boundaries, so HBO Asia is of course, delighted by the impact it’s made on audiences across the region and thrilled to be bringing it back. We’re looking forward to drawing more audiences into our fictional world of HALFWORLDS.”

Season two will feature an ensemble cast of actors from Thailand, Indonesia, The Philippines and Taiwan. Reza Rahadian (Habibie & Ainun) and Arifin Putra (The Raid 2) reprise their roles as Tony and Barata. New cast members include Peem Jaiyen (Hormones 3), Tia Tavee (Asia’s Next Top Model 2), Emma Grant (The Idol Game), Myra Molloy (Thailand’s Got Talent), Nicole Theriault (Phobia 2), Jeeja Yanin (Chocolate), David Asavanond (The Last Executioner), Charlie Ruedpokanon (Only God Forgives), Jake Macapagal (Metro Manila), and Teresa Daley (Transformers: Age of Extinction), who also starred in HBO Asia’s Grace.

Conceptualised by HBO Asia and written by Collin Chang, season two of HALFWORLDS is produced by HBO Asia with Singapore-based Infinite Studios. Thailand-based Halo Productions will provide production services in Bangkok, while Singapore-based companies Yellow Box Studios and Gravitate will be responsible for audio post-production including sound design, and colour grading services respectively. The series is produced in partnership with the Media Development Authority of Singapore (MDA) to develop the drama production capabilities of Singapore’s media industry and talent. HBO Asia will work with these talent and Singapore-based companies, and train them to develop and produce compelling content.

Ms Angeline Poh, Assistant Chief Executive Officer (Industry Group), MDA, said, “MDA is delighted to partner HBO Asia on the next season of HALFWORLDS, creating the opportunity for Singapore media professionals and companies to participate in this exciting project and hone their craft in producing compelling drama. This is the first in a pipeline of projects as part of the MDA-HBO Asia partnership aimed at raising the bar on quality original dramas produced by Singapore talent.”

 

About season one of HALFWORLDS

The first season of HBO Asia’s dark fantasy series premiered on HBO Asia’s on-air, online and on-demand platforms in November 29, 2015, to critical acclaim across Asia. The series recently won the Apollo Awards for Best Cinematography, Best Colour Grading – Long Form and Best Motion Graphics – Short Form.

According to The Philippine Star, season one of HALFWORLDS is “edgy, clever, violent and stylishly sexy… having True Blood like appeal… (giving) Game of Thrones white walkers a run for their money”. Philippine Daily Inquirer hailed the series as being “daring in its choice of visuals”. Manila Bulletin described HALFWORLDS as “a TV series with film-style cinematography that boasts a distinctly regional feel but could very well work across key markets globally”.

The Straits Times commended production values on HALFWORLDS for being “impressively slick”, with the escalation of tension “leaving you wanting more”. The Bangkok Post praised the first season for being “dead cool” while The Nation calls it “a cult hit waiting to happen”. To The China Post, the series “makes sure fans stay put on the sofa and forget about the remote control”. To Malaysia’s The Star, “HALFWORLDS is gorgeous to look at with its beautifully shot film noir-style atmosphere.”

About HBO ASIA

Singapore-based HBO Asia brings the best of Hollywood to Asia first through its exclusive licensing deals with major Hollywood and independent studios, including Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Universal Studios, Warner Bros. and Lionsgate. HBO Asia has proprietary and award-winning HBO and HBO Asia Original programmes produced exclusively for HBO viewers. Wholly owned by HBO (a Time Warner company), HBO Asia reaches 23 territories across Asia with six 24-hour commercial-free subscription movie channels: HBO, HBO Signature, HBO Family, HBO Hits, Cinemax and Red by HBO, internet streaming platform, HBO GO, subscription video on demand service, HBO On Demand, and in China, 鼎级剧场 (ding ji ju chang). HBO Asia is also the exclusive distributor of BabyFirst and the DreamWorks channel in the region. Log on to www.hboasia.com for more information.

About the Media Development Authority of Singapore (MDA)

The MDA (www.mda.gov.sg) promotes the growth of globally competitive film, television, radio, publishing, games, animation and interactive digital media industries. It also regulates the media sector to safeguard the interests of consumers, and promotes a connected society. MDA is a statutory board under the Ministry of Communications and Information (www.mci.gov.sg).

Babyfirst launches in China in dual language – Exclusively distributed by HBO Asia

SINGAPORE, MAY 31, 2016 – HBO Asia, the sole distributor of BabyFirst in Asia, announced today the signing of an exclusive multi-year deal for the top baby and toddler network’s content to be available on You+ Kids, a new children’s video on demand service on Beijing You Peng Technology Co., Ltd (Youpeng)’s interactive TV platform. BabyFirst’s content on You+ Kids will be available from mid June this year, in high-definition and dual language options: Mandarin or English audio with Chinese subtitles.

Since 2009, HBO Asia has inked deals with multiple affiliates, growing the BabyFirst footprint across eight Asian territories; in Cambodia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Nepal, Philippines and Singapore.

“It’s a proud moment for us to see Youpeng launch BabyFirst’ programming in China,” said Guy Oranim, CEO, BabyFirst. “Youpeng is an established and innovative TV operator as well as a great partner that truly appreciates the importance of offering quality children’s content for all families and embraces our multicultural approach to babies education.” He adds, “We are also very delighted with our collaboration with HBO Asia which is a wonderful partner and extremely helpful in getting BabyFirst new distribution opportunities in Asia Pacific since 2009.”

Jonathan Spink, CEO of HBO Asia, added, “Our strong presence in 23 Asian territories and deep knowledge of the region puts HBO Asia in a unique position to connect our partners, benefitting 40 million families across China on Youpeng’s leading interactive platform with BabyFirst’s award-winning selection of localised early childhood education programmes.” He continues, “This is an extension of HBO Asia’s brand promise to bring the best programming to audiences through the biggest operators in the region.”

Youpeng’s Chairman and CEO, Colin Shao said: “Families have always been Youpeng’s focus and early childhood education is extremely important to Chinese parents. For this reason, Youpeng spent a lot of effort searching for quality content recommended by experts in the field, and found this with BabyFirst, the reputable and trusted brand in early childhood development programmes. Through working with HBO Asia and BabyFirst to localise the programming, we hope to provide the best curated child development content platform to kids and parents all across China.”

A recipient of the iParenting Media Award for one of the “Greatest Products of the Year”, a Dr Tay Best Products winner for the “Best Play and Learn Vocation Products” and the US International Film and Video “Gold Camera” award for educational children’s programming, BabyFirst offers a safe, positive and commercial-free learning environment, tailored to benefit developmental needs of children up to three years. The network’s evolving and interactive programmes are supervised by leading experts in child psychology and development, early childhood education and children’s programming.

Through BabyFirst’s “Joy” colouring system, the content will be categorised and programmed to target all aspects of child development, including logic, language, numbers and imagination. They are further adjusted to suit the Chinese family, providing a guided and delightful viewing experience for children.

All BabyFirst content on You+ Kids will be carefully curated from a vast library of over 4000 episodes. With every title translated and dubbed in Mandarin, parents have complete control over their children’s viewing experience, with the flexibility to play whichever programme they want, whenever they want to, in their language of choice.

You+ Kids will be available extensively through Youpeng’s affiliated telecom operators, cable operators, SmartTV and set top box manufacturers, reaching over 40 million households in China.

 

About HBO ASIA

Singapore-based HBO Asia brings the best of Hollywood to Asia first through its exclusive licensing deals with major Hollywood and independent studios, including Paramount Pictures, Sony Pictures, Universal Studios, Warner Bros. and Lionsgate. HBO Asia has proprietary and award-winning HBO and HBO Asia Original programmes produced exclusively for HBO viewers. Wholly owned by HBO (a Time Warner company), HBO Asia reaches 23 territories across Asia with six 24-hour commercial-free subscription movie channels: HBO, HBO Signature, HBO Family, HBO Hits, Cinemax and Red by HBO, internet streaming platform, HBO GO, subscription video on demand service, HBO On Demand, and in China, 鼎级剧场 (ding ji ju chang). HBO Asia is also the exclusive distributor of BabyFirst and the DreamWorks channel in the region. Log on to www.hboasia.com for more information.

About BabyFirst

BabyFirst is the leading commercial–free 24/7 network for young children and their parents.  Working closely with an extensive network of renowned authorities in every area of early childhood psychology and education, BabyFirst is a trusted age appropriate network throughout the world.  BabyFirst is currently available to more than 100 million households in more than 35 countries including the top 5 U.S. satellite and cable operators: DirecTV, Dish Network, Time-Warner, Comcast and Charter. BabyFirst is committed to creating a commercial-free, nurturing and interactive environment by offering an ever-changing line-up of quality child developmental content. 

About Beijing You Peng Technology 

Founded in 2006, Beijing You Peng Technology is China’s leading Interactive TV company. The company’s core product, “Youpeng Cloud”, provides Interactive TV cloud services to IPTV, digital cable and Internet TV platforms, including technology solutions and platform operations, product configuration and customisation, content aggregation, customer acquisition, CRM and value-added services. With a team of over 800 people and 18 branch offices across China’s key markets, Youpeng Cloud provides services to 46 provincial telecom companies, 12 cable operators and 5 SmartTV manufacturers, including Skyworth, Hisense, TCL, Konka, Changhong, covering 40 million households in China.

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