FilmRise, a leading US-based film and television studio and streaming network, has expanded its partnership with Samsung TV Plus, Samsung’s free ad-supported streaming service (FAST). This strategic agreement significantly increases FilmRise’s presence across Samsung TV Plus, securing new licensing agreements for FAST channels and a wide selection of films and TV series.
With this deal, FilmRise has strengthened its distribution reach in key global markets, including the United States, Canada, Europe, and Southeast Asia. The expansion will allow audiences across these regions to access a vast library of free, ad-supported content on Samsung’s platform.
What the Deal Includes
The agreement brings dozens of FilmRise FAST channels to Samsung TV Plus, offering a mix of popular classic and contemporary TV shows and critically acclaimed films.
Key FilmRise FAST channels featured in the deal include:
- Unsolved Mysteries – The long-running true crime and paranormal documentary series.
- Forensic Files – A popular investigative series focusing on forensic science.
- FilmRise Westerns – A dedicated channel featuring classic and modern Western films and TV shows.
Additionally, viewers can access hit TV series such as:
- Heartland – The beloved Canadian drama about a family running a horse ranch.
- Highway to Heaven – A classic fantasy drama starring Michael Landon.
- Cheaters – A reality TV series exposing infidelity in relationships.
- Hot Ones – A celebrity interview show where guests eat increasingly spicy wings.
- Making a Serial Killer – A deep dive into the minds and motives of infamous criminals.
Featured films included in the deal:
- The Paperboy – A thriller starring Matthew McConaughey and Nicole Kidman.
- Willy’s Wonderland – A horror-action film starring Nicolas Cage.
- MVP – A drama about veterans and athletes finding common ground.
- Driveways – A critically acclaimed indie drama.
- Dahmer – A film exploring the chilling crimes of Jeffrey Dahmer.
- Prom Night – A classic slasher film.
FilmRise’s Perspective on the Expansion
Melissa Wohl, EVP of Global Distribution Partnerships and Sales at FilmRise, emphasized the significance of this deal, stating:
“Our ongoing partnership with Samsung, one of the largest CTV companies globally, is a significant achievement for us. We are excited to expand our partnership and access to our free TV content for audiences to enjoy in North America and beyond.”
The expansion highlights FilmRise’s commitment to growing its footprint in the ad-supported streaming sector, ensuring its content reaches a broader audience worldwide.
Negotiations and Dealmakers
The North American segment of the deal was led by Daniel Gagliardi, EVP of Global Streaming Distribution and Strategy at FilmRise.
The international agreement was handled by Alejandro Veciana, Senior Manager of International Content Sales & Distribution, and overseen by Emilia Nuccio, VP of International Content Sales & Distribution at FilmRise. The negotiations were further supported by Cristina Sala from Samsung TV Plus Italy and Jennifer Batty, European Head of Content Acquisitions.
What This Means for Samsung TV Plus and FilmRise
This expansion strengthens Samsung TV Plus as a key player in the FAST (Free Ad-Supported TV) and AVoD (Advertising-Based Video on Demand) market by enhancing its content library. For FilmRise, this partnership is a major step toward increasing global reach and improving content accessibility without requiring users to pay for subscriptions.
As free streaming services gain popularity, this deal positions both FilmRise and Samsung TV Plus to capitalize on growing demand for ad-supported content, offering a diverse range of entertainment options to millions of viewers worldwide.
