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Comcast, ViacomCBS to Launch European Streaming Service SkyShowtime
Manori Ravindran International EditorComcast and ViacomCBS have teamed up to launch a new streaming service in more than 20 European markets.The new platform, which is called SkyShowtime, will reach 90 million homes and convene entertainment, movies and original series from NBCUniversal, Sky and ViacomCBS brands, including titles from Showtime, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures, Paramount Plus originals, Sky Studios, Universal Pictures and Peacock. The slate will span all genres and audience categories, including scripted dramas, kids and family, key franchises, premiere movies, local programming and documentaries and factual content.SkyShowtime is expected to launch in 2022, subject to regulatory approval.