Channel 5 Acquires Wild Cards for TV Drama Viewing

Paramount+ and 5 have scored a win in the UK by snagging seasons one and two of the CBC crime procedural, Wild Cards, in a deal with Fifth Season. The show, produced by Blink49 Studios, Front Street Pictures, and Piller/Segan for The CW, has garnered a considerable global following. In fact, it has already been licensed to various major players like The Walt Disney Company for Greece, Cyprus, and Malta, as well as Sony Pictures Television for Latin America.

According to Jennifer Ebell, the executive VP of television distribution at Fifth Season, Wild Cards is beloved for its blue-sky procedural format and engaging characters, making it a hit with viewers around the world. The continuous renewal of the series speaks volumes about its universal appeal. Ebell mentioned that they are excited about the partnership with long-time collaborators 5/Paramount+ in the UK, expecting that Wild Cards will be a significant addition to their programming lineup.

It’s always a win when more people get to enjoy quality shows like Wild Cards. The more, the merrier!