Cineflix, Coroner creator launch prodco

Canada’s Cineflix Media has teamed up with showrunner Morwyn Brebner and television executive Andrew Akman to launch a TV prodco in Toronto.

Morwyn Brebner

Husk Media will develop and produce programming for broadcasters and streamers worldwide, with Coroner creator Brebner spearheading creative efforts and Cineflix Media chief operating officer Akman leading commercial affairs.

The company will focus on content created by Brebner, as well as projects in partnership with emerging and established writers and showrunners.

As well as creating CBC/The CW Network/NBCUniversal International Networks drama Coroner, Brebner co-created supernatural medical series Saving Hope (CTV/ION) and police drama Rookie Blue (ABC/Global Television).

Akman, meanwhile, has held senior management positions at various Canadian media and entertainment companies and will be transitioning out of his current role as chief operating officer at Cineflix Media.

Montreal-based Cineflix will provide Husk Media with start-up financing and operating support and has a first-look agreement to distribute the shingle’s content internationally.

Andrew Akman

Husk Media joins Cineflix’s growing line-up of joint ventures, which also include Mirage producer Connect3 Media and Marcella producer Buccaneer Media.

“Husk Media is an opportunity to give voice to rising stars whose stories need to be told on a global scale, while allowing me to continue to develop original content that connects to the here and now,” said Brebner. “We have the privilege of knowing some of the brightest talent in the business and will build an inclusive hub for creatives to call home.”

Akman added: “We see huge possibilities in the global market for companies led by strong creative voices. And we couldn’t be happier to be collaborating with the amazing team at Cineflix as we build this new venture together.”

Peter Emerson, president of Cineflix Media, said: “Strategic partnerships are the cornerstone of our success, and we’re particularly excited to support Morwyn and Andrew’s vision and help bring their projects to life. Their wealth of experience and strong leadership, coupled with Morwyn’s passion for telling stories that are alive, timely, and resonate with global audiences, is sure to result in must-see TV.”