Reruns of "Another World" heads to SoapNet starting 7/1/03 - Sitcoms Online Message Boards

Pavan · 05-19-2003, 02:17 PM

SoapNet, the cable channel owned by the Walt Disney Co., has acquired 35 years' worth of episodes of the former NBC daytime series "Another World."

The deal includes more than 9,000 episodes. Beginning July 1, the Procter & Gamble-owned soap classic will air three times a day -- at 11 a.m., 5 p.m. and midnight. Although "Another World" premiered May 6, 1964, SoapNet will start with the pivotal July 1, 1987, episode preceding the wedding that brought together the show's Cory and McKinnon families.

Terms of the deal were not disclosed, but the sheer size of the "Another World" library does not necessarily make it SoapNet's most expensive acquisition ever. Although the episode total of weekly primetime soaps is dwarfed by their weekday counterparts, they command a higher premium by the studios that own them. In October, SoapNet snapped up all 220 episodes of the ABC primetime series "Dynasty" for about $5 million.

This is not just another acquisition for SoapNet, which has rebroadcast the quartet of top-rated daytime dramas from sister subsidiary ABC since it launched more than three years ago. "Another World" is the first non-ABC daytime soap to join the lineup, moving the network closer to its ambitious goal of landing day-and-date rights to NBC and CBS soaps.

"We view this as the opening of a crack, and it shows our determination to be involved with soaps of all networks," SoapNet general manager Deborah Blackwell said. "Our goal is to have all of P&G's shows on SoapNet, and this represents the first step in that direction."

SoapNet wants to amass more soaps not only to have as inclusive a programming base as possible but to possess the library to launch a second or third SoapNet spinoff similar to the multiple branded iterations ESPN has generated. But to reach another world of day-and-date non-ABC runs, SoapNet will have to contend with CBS and NBC affiliates protective of draining their pools of daytime viewers.

"Another World," which ended in 1999, is not the first NBC property to join SoapNet -- former primetime series "Sisters" is on the schedule, as are CBS primetime soaps "Knots Landing" and "Falcon Crest." Blackwell said NBC daytime chief Sheraton Kalouria has pledged his support for repurposing "Another World" and would help SoapNet get in touch with its former actors for promotional purposes and other resources.

But it remains to be seen whether NBC-owned "Passions" or Sony-owned "Days of Our Lives" are considering moonlighting on the network. Kalouria could not be reached for comment.

P&G also has experimented with second runs on Sony Digital Pictures Entertainment's SoapCity.com, an on-demand online subscription service streaming "As the World Turns" and "The Young and the Restless."

The winner of 22 Daytime Emmy Awards, "Another World" remains a staple of the soap world's rabid fan community. The series has been noted for boosting the careers of a diverse group of actors, including Anne Heche, Morgan Freeman, Ray Liotta, Kyra Sedgwick and Faith Ford. SoapNet will likely develop stunt programming related to their stints on the show.

"Another World" should also help SoapNet regain ratings momentum among women 18-49. Its Nielsen tally for that core demographic plummeted several months ago in part because its 4-7 p.m. block -- comprising ABC daytime's "Port Charles," "All My Children," "One Life to Live" and "General Hospital" -- was cannibalizing the same programming running again in primetime. SoapNet swapped a different programming block into late afternoon May 1, which sparked an immediate uptick in the primetime ratings.

MidnightRose21498 · 05-19-2003, 04:25 PM

What?! OH MY GOD! I could scream now. I don't think comcast has soapnet... at least not when I last checked. And we just took out our digital cable too... all we have now is basic. Grrrrrr!

This royally sucks.

TVJunkie101 · 05-19-2003, 04:36 PM

Wow. This is big (and good) news. I was hoping for Dallas... lol, but I'll live.

MidnightRose21498 · 05-19-2003, 04:45 PM

Hush, Shawn. ;-)

TVJunkie101 · 05-19-2003, 04:49 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by MidnightRose21498
Hush, Shawn. ;-)

LOL. No, I'm happy about AW coming, but I was hoping for Dallas

lol

Sean Snow · 05-19-2003, 05:09 PM

*gasps* *faints* Wow! This is great news. Can't wait! Too bad they can't start a little earlier in the 80s, but hey, I'm not complaining. This is great news. Hopefully this is the first dead soap out of many that SoapNet picks up.

I'm wondering though..the article says they acquired 9000 episodes of AW, but 1987-1999 would only be around 3000-3500 episodes. *shrug* I see that now KL is only at 4pm and that DYN is only at 10am. I can live with both.

Pavan · 05-19-2003, 06:12 PM

Official release (the one above was from Variety):

SOAPnet acquires "Another World" Proctor & Gamble owned series that formerly aired on NBC begins airing on SOAPnet Tuesday, July 1

Burbank, CA (May 19, 2003) - SOAPnet has acquired the popular NBC Daytime soap, "Another World" from series producers Procter & Gamble Productions, Inc. Beginning Tuesday, July 1, fans of "Another World" can relive all the love stories, heartbreak and drama of this daytime classic. SOAPnet's broadcast will begin with the episode that originally aired on NBC July 1, 1987 where the Cory and McKinnon families, as well as other Bay City friends are preparing for the wedding of M.J. and Adam.

"As the only network devoted to all soaps, we are proud to have one of NBC's most successful soaps," said Deborah Blackwell, General Manager, SOAPnet. "Procter & Gamble Productions defined the daytime soap genre and 'Another World' is one of the classic shows of its time. SOAPnet is the most appropriate outlet for viewers to recapture all of the drama and history of this show which was a favorite of daytime viewers everywhere."

"For 35 years, "Another World" entertained television audiences with timeless love stories and memorable characters," said Mary Alice Dwyer-Dobbin, Executive-in-Charge of Production for Procter & Gamble Productions, Inc. "Now SOAPnet has provided a new home for "Another World's" loyal fans and will give new viewers a chance to meet and fall in love with the residents of Bay City. With P&G's rich daytime history, we are thrilled that SOAPnet provides a place for daytime dramas to live on."

"Another World" premiered on May 4, 1964, and ran for 35 years on NBC. At the time of its cancellation in 1999, it was the network's longest running daytime drama. Throughout the years, the show launched the careers of several Hollywood personalities, dramatized significant social issues, and has been awarded numerous accolades, including 22 Daytime Emmy Awards.

"Another World" has the distinction of being credited with a number of industry firsts, including the use of stunt casting celebrity talent (such as Liberace) in guest-starring roles; developing orchestral music for special sequences; and taping scenes on location to enhance storytelling. It was also the first daytime drama to expand to a one-hour format in 1975.

Some of today's biggest stars got their start in the fictional town of Bay City, Illinois. Anne Heche (who won a Daytime Emmy for her dual roles as Vicky Hudson and Marley Love in 1991), Morgan Freeman, Ray Liotta, Kyra Sedgwick, Faith Ford and Eric Roberts got their start on "Another World." In addition, celebrities such as Brad Pitt, Kelsey Grammer and Ving Rhames appeared on the soap early in their careers.

SOAPnet, the new way to watch soaps, offers same day episodes of popular daytime dramas including "All My Children, "One Life To Live," "General Hospital," and "Port Charles" at night for convenient viewing. In addition, the network provides inside access to stars and storylines with original programs including the Emmy-nominated one-hour talk show, "Soap Talk" and the entertainment magazine show "Soap Center." Wrapped in a 24-hour environment, SOAPnet also offers primetime classics including "Dynasty," "Knots Landing," and "Falcon Crest" as well as the former series, "Ryan's Hope."

ClassicTV4Ever · 05-20-2003, 09:50 AM

Wow, that's really cool. Now if it were DAYS I'd REALLY be upset, lol. I've been dying to see reruns of Days. I'd like to see Another World too. I want SoapNet so bad!!!!

JT · 05-20-2003, 05:31 PM

NOT FAIR!!!!!!!!!! I WANT SOAPNET!!!!!!!!!! I WANT TO SEE VICKY AND MARLEY LOVE!!!!!!!!!!!!! NOT FAIR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

bry · 06-15-2003, 11:41 PM

i'd give up dark shadows if they would start at the beginning of DAYS. anything on "from here to eternity"?

05-19-2003, 02:17 PM	#1
Pavan SO News/Reviews Director Administrator Forum Superstar Join Date: Feb 17, 2000 Location: Linden, NJ (Where Hal Linden got his last name from!) Posts: 26,814	Reruns of "Another World" heads to SoapNet starting 7/1/03 SoapNet, the cable channel owned by the Walt Disney Co., has acquired 35 years' worth of episodes of the former NBC daytime series "Another World." The deal includes more than 9,000 episodes. Beginning July 1, the Procter & Gamble-owned soap classic will air three times a day -- at 11 a.m., 5 p.m. and midnight. Although "Another World" premiered May 6, 1964, SoapNet will start with the pivotal July 1, 1987, episode preceding the wedding that brought together the show's Cory and McKinnon families. Terms of the deal were not disclosed, but the sheer size of the "Another World" library does not necessarily make it SoapNet's most expensive acquisition ever. Although the episode total of weekly primetime soaps is dwarfed by their weekday counterparts, they command a higher premium by the studios that own them. In October, SoapNet snapped up all 220 episodes of the ABC primetime series "Dynasty" for about $5 million. This is not just another acquisition for SoapNet, which has rebroadcast the quartet of top-rated daytime dramas from sister subsidiary ABC since it launched more than three years ago. "Another World" is the first non-ABC daytime soap to join the lineup, moving the network closer to its ambitious goal of landing day-and-date rights to NBC and CBS soaps. "We view this as the opening of a crack, and it shows our determination to be involved with soaps of all networks," SoapNet general manager Deborah Blackwell said. "Our goal is to have all of P&G's shows on SoapNet, and this represents the first step in that direction." SoapNet wants to amass more soaps not only to have as inclusive a programming base as possible but to possess the library to launch a second or third SoapNet spinoff similar to the multiple branded iterations ESPN has generated. But to reach another world of day-and-date non-ABC runs, SoapNet will have to contend with CBS and NBC affiliates protective of draining their pools of daytime viewers. "Another World," which ended in 1999, is not the first NBC property to join SoapNet -- former primetime series "Sisters" is on the schedule, as are CBS primetime soaps "Knots Landing" and "Falcon Crest." Blackwell said NBC daytime chief Sheraton Kalouria has pledged his support for repurposing "Another World" and would help SoapNet get in touch with its former actors for promotional purposes and other resources. But it remains to be seen whether NBC-owned "Passions" or Sony-owned "Days of Our Lives" are considering moonlighting on the network. Kalouria could not be reached for comment. P&G also has experimented with second runs on Sony Digital Pictures Entertainment's SoapCity.com, an on-demand online subscription service streaming "As the World Turns" and "The Young and the Restless." The winner of 22 Daytime Emmy Awards, "Another World" remains a staple of the soap world's rabid fan community. The series has been noted for boosting the careers of a diverse group of actors, including Anne Heche, Morgan Freeman, Ray Liotta, Kyra Sedgwick and Faith Ford. SoapNet will likely develop stunt programming related to their stints on the show. "Another World" should also help SoapNet regain ratings momentum among women 18-49. Its Nielsen tally for that core demographic plummeted several months ago in part because its 4-7 p.m. block -- comprising ABC daytime's "Port Charles," "All My Children," "One Life to Live" and "General Hospital" -- was cannibalizing the same programming running again in primetime. SoapNet swapped a different programming block into late afternoon May 1, which sparked an immediate uptick in the primetime ratings.
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05-19-2003, 04:36 PM	#3
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05-20-2003, 05:31 PM	#9
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05-19-2003, 04:25 PM	#2
MidnightRose21498 Member Frequent Poster Join Date: Nov 10, 2001 Location: USA Posts: 210	What?! OH MY GOD! I could scream now. I don't think comcast has soapnet... at least not when I last checked. And we just took out our digital cable too... all we have now is basic. Grrrrrr! This royally sucks.

05-19-2003, 04:45 PM	#4
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05-19-2003, 05:09 PM	#6
Sean Snow moo Forum Fanatic Join Date: May 06, 2001 Location: Georgia Posts: 10,407	gasps faints Wow! This is great news. Can't wait! Too bad they can't start a little earlier in the 80s, but hey, I'm not complaining. This is great news. Hopefully this is the first dead soap out of many that SoapNet picks up. I'm wondering though..the article says they acquired 9000 episodes of AW, but 1987-1999 would only be around 3000-3500 episodes. shrug I see that now KL is only at 4pm and that DYN is only at 10am. I can live with both.

05-19-2003, 06:12 PM	#7
Pavan SO News/Reviews Director Administrator Forum Superstar Join Date: Feb 17, 2000 Location: Linden, NJ (Where Hal Linden got his last name from!) Posts: 26,814	Official release (the one above was from Variety): SOAPnet acquires "Another World" Proctor & Gamble owned series that formerly aired on NBC begins airing on SOAPnet Tuesday, July 1 Burbank, CA (May 19, 2003) - SOAPnet has acquired the popular NBC Daytime soap, "Another World" from series producers Procter & Gamble Productions, Inc. Beginning Tuesday, July 1, fans of "Another World" can relive all the love stories, heartbreak and drama of this daytime classic. SOAPnet's broadcast will begin with the episode that originally aired on NBC July 1, 1987 where the Cory and McKinnon families, as well as other Bay City friends are preparing for the wedding of M.J. and Adam. "As the only network devoted to all soaps, we are proud to have one of NBC's most successful soaps," said Deborah Blackwell, General Manager, SOAPnet. "Procter & Gamble Productions defined the daytime soap genre and 'Another World' is one of the classic shows of its time. SOAPnet is the most appropriate outlet for viewers to recapture all of the drama and history of this show which was a favorite of daytime viewers everywhere." "For 35 years, "Another World" entertained television audiences with timeless love stories and memorable characters," said Mary Alice Dwyer-Dobbin, Executive-in-Charge of Production for Procter & Gamble Productions, Inc. "Now SOAPnet has provided a new home for "Another World's" loyal fans and will give new viewers a chance to meet and fall in love with the residents of Bay City. With P&G's rich daytime history, we are thrilled that SOAPnet provides a place for daytime dramas to live on." "Another World" premiered on May 4, 1964, and ran for 35 years on NBC. At the time of its cancellation in 1999, it was the network's longest running daytime drama. Throughout the years, the show launched the careers of several Hollywood personalities, dramatized significant social issues, and has been awarded numerous accolades, including 22 Daytime Emmy Awards. "Another World" has the distinction of being credited with a number of industry firsts, including the use of stunt casting celebrity talent (such as Liberace) in guest-starring roles; developing orchestral music for special sequences; and taping scenes on location to enhance storytelling. It was also the first daytime drama to expand to a one-hour format in 1975. Some of today's biggest stars got their start in the fictional town of Bay City, Illinois. Anne Heche (who won a Daytime Emmy for her dual roles as Vicky Hudson and Marley Love in 1991), Morgan Freeman, Ray Liotta, Kyra Sedgwick, Faith Ford and Eric Roberts got their start on "Another World." In addition, celebrities such as Brad Pitt, Kelsey Grammer and Ving Rhames appeared on the soap early in their careers. SOAPnet, the new way to watch soaps, offers same day episodes of popular daytime dramas including "All My Children, "One Life To Live," "General Hospital," and "Port Charles" at night for convenient viewing. In addition, the network provides inside access to stars and storylines with original programs including the Emmy-nominated one-hour talk show, "Soap Talk" and the entertainment magazine show "Soap Center." Wrapped in a 24-hour environment, SOAPnet also offers primetime classics including "Dynasty," "Knots Landing," and "Falcon Crest" as well as the former series, "Ryan's Hope."

05-20-2003, 09:50 AM	#8
ClassicTV4Ever Coming November 27th! Senior Member Join Date: May 02, 2002 Location: TV Land! Posts: 1,420	Wow, that's really cool. Now if it were DAYS I'd REALLY be upset, lol. I've been dying to see reruns of Days. I'd like to see Another World too. I want SoapNet so bad!!!!