NBCUniversal International Networks and OSN officially celebrated the arrival of Syfy to the region at an exclusive launch event in Dubai.
NBCUniversal International Networks and OSN officially celebrated the arrival of Syfy to the region at an exclusive launch event in Dubai. The home of provocative and inspiring science fiction entertainment, Syfy is the only sci-fi focused TV channel in the Middle East.
The event also showcased Halcyon, a short-form linear virtual reality hybrid series available exclusively on OSNs Syfy channel in the region, as well as compelling content including cult classics and genre-defining programming.
A global brand with a presence in over 100 countries, Syfy claims to bring extraordinary into the ordinary, where viewers go to reinterpret and reimagine the world as they know it. Syfys great storytelling delivers unique, high-calibre drama and adventure enabling viewers to escape and Imagine Greater.
The channely brings a year-round roster of acclaimed original series, popular movies, Japanese animation, classic science fiction and fantasy programming only for OSN subscribers in the region, with Arabic subtitles available for most content.
We are excited to have extended our channels presence in the Middle East and North Africa with OSNs exclusive launch of Syfy, commented Colin McLeod, MD, UK and EM, NBCUniversal International Networks.
This popular, genre-defining global brand is sure to quickly engage viewers across the region with the range of compelling programming that delivers on Syfys Imagine Greater promise.
Emad Morcos, Chief Content Officer of OSN, added: Science-fiction enjoys great popularity in the region, especially among youth. The addition of this globally renowned channel only on OSN further defines our credentials as the go-to network for all cutting edge content. Syfy will be a great value addition for our subscribers who seek innovative programming.
