Showtime has expanded its British drama collection by acquiring two series from ITV Studios. The network has secured the rights to ‘The Guest’ and ‘Coldwater,’ following its recent purchase of BBC Studios drama ‘Reunion.’
‘The Guest’ is set to premiere on Friday, October 17 on Paramount+ for Premium plan subscribers, with an on-air debut on Sunday, October 19 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Paramount+ with Showtime in the US. ‘Coldwater’ is scheduled for an early 2026 launch.
‘The Guest’ is a four-episode thriller series produced by ITV Studios-owned Quay St Productions, featuring stars like Eve Myles and Gabrielle Creevy. On the other hand, ‘Coldwater,’ a six-episode series, stars Andrew Lincoln and Ewen Bremner in a twisted thriller storyline.
American networks have been less involved in international scripted co-productions recently, making Showtime’s British drama acquisitions stand out. ITV Studios, known for hit shows like ‘Love Island,’ has been focusing on building strong relationships with buyers to navigate the evolving market landscape.
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