Platform One Media
Los angeles-based global television production and distribution studio.
| Date | Investors | Amount | Round |
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| Total Funding | 000k | ||
Platform One Media operates as a global television production and distribution studio headquartered in Los Angeles. The company was established in 2017 by veteran television executive Katie O'Connell Marsh, who previously served as CEO of Gaumont Television, with initial financial backing from Liberty Global and TPG Growth's Evolution Media. O'Connell Marsh's background includes executive producer roles on critically acclaimed series such as "Hannibal" and "Narcos".
The studio focuses on curating, developing, and producing high-quality scripted programming for both U.S. and international markets. Its business model revolves around producing content for various streaming services and networks, demonstrated by projects in development or production for clients like Apple, Showtime, and Amazon. Notable projects have included a sci-fi series for Apple, the drama "Rust" for Showtime starring Jeff Daniels, and "Rodeo Queens" for Amazon.
In September 2019, the company was acquired by the Canadian-based Boat Rocker Media, a global entertainment company. This acquisition was a strategic move for Boat Rocker to expand its footprint in premium scripted content. Following the acquisition, Platform One Media continues to operate as a distinct creative entity within the Boat Rocker Media group, with O'Connell Marsh taking on the role of Founder and Chairman. The leadership team also includes Elisa Ellis as Co-President and Chief Creative Officer, and Steve Lescroart as Co-President, Head of Finance and Strategy. The studio has also secured first-look deals with production companies such as Lena Headey's Peephole Productions and Dakota Johnson's TeaTime Pictures, further strengthening its development pipeline.
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