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FX ties down Fargo creator Hawley

US basic cable channel FX has tied down Fargo creator Noah Hawley to a new overall deal. The agreement spans three-years, tying Hawley to both FX Networks and FX Productions. His television adaptation of the Coen brothers’ Fargo has been a critical and ratings success for FX, and sold well for MGM Television. He will […]

Stern’s sales firm hires Electus exec

IM Global’s television division has hired Electus International senior VP Eli Shibley as president, international distribution and coproductions. Shibley is joining US-based IM Global to oversee its scripted television slate, third-party scripted acquisitions and unscripted projects from the US, UK and international partners. At Electus, he was SVP, international media and formats, where he sourced […]