FXX (Canada)
| FXX | |
|---|---|
|
FXX logo | |
| Launched | April 1, 2014 |
| Owned by |
Rogers Media (66.64% and managing partner) FX Networks (33.36%) (8834776 Canada Inc.) |
| Picture format |
1080i (HDTV) 480i (SDTV) |
| Country | Canada |
| Broadcast area | National |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario |
| Sister channel(s) | FX |
| Website | FX Now Canada |
Availability | |
| Satellite | |
| Bell TV | Channel 1291 (HD) |
| Cable | |
| Rogers Cable |
Channel 64 (SD) Channel 566 (HD) |
| Source Cable | Channel 845 (HD) |
| Cogeco |
Channel 412 (SD) Channel 761 (HD) |
| IPTV | |
| Bell Fibe TV |
Channel 332 (SD) Channel 1332 (HD) |
| SaskTel |
Channel 88 (SD) Channel 388 (HD) |
| Telus Optik TV |
Channel 9414 (SD) Channel 414 (HD) |
| Zazeen | Channel 102 (HD) |
FXX is a Canadian English-language Category B digital cable specialty channel that is owned by Rogers Media, a division of Rogers Communications, and the FX Networks subsidiary of 21st Century Fox.[1] Based on the U.S. cable network FXX, it is devoted primarily to scripted comedies for young adults.
It launched on April 1, 2014, in standard definition and high definition.[2][3]
History
It was reported that Rogers had plans to launch a Canadian version of FXX, a younger-skewing spinoff of FX.[4] Originally scheduled for January of 2014, FXX's launch was later rescheduled to April 1st, 2014. As part of the launch, several shows which previously aired on FX Canada moved to FXX. In addition, a Canadian version of the FXNOW app, which allows viewers to watch shows from FX and FXX, was launched.[5] On the day of the launch, FX Canada's website was completely revamped to include program information from both FX-branded channels.
It was revealed through CRTC regulatory documents that the broadcast licence used to launch FXX was the licence originally granted for a proposed channel called Ampersand. That licence requires the channel's programming to be related to "romance, love and relationships".[6][7]
Programming
As with FX Canada, any new series produced for its U.S counterpart will air on FXX. FXX also airs several original shows that premiered on the U.S version of FX (namely Fargo, Married, and You're the Worst).
Current
Current as of September 2015. [8][9]
Acquired from FX Networks
Other Acquired Programming
Former
- 30 Rock
- Ali G: Rezurection
- Brand X with Russell Brand
- Chozen
- Da Vinci's Inquest
- Fargo
- Legit
- The Office (U.S. TV series)
- Totally Biased [11]
- Two and a Half Men
References
- ↑ http://www.crtc.gc.ca/ownership/eng/cht027c.pdf
- ↑ Rogers goes after younger audience with new FXX channel Toronto Star, 14 January 2014
- ↑ "Rogers Media Announces Launch of New Premium Specialty Channel FXX, April 1". Rogers Media TV Access. January 14, 2014. Retrieved March 27, 2014.
- ↑ "Rogers Media to Launch FXX Canada in 2014 Via FX Networks Pact". Hollywood Reporter. May 29, 2013. Retrieved April 1, 2014.
- ↑ http://www.fxnowcanada.ca/faq/
- ↑ List of digital Category 1 and 2 services authorized for distribution; CRTC; undated
- ↑ Broadcasting Decision CRTC 2011-105 CRTC 2011-02-18
- ↑ http://www.fxnowcanada.ca/schedule/?ch=FXX
- ↑ http://tvschedule.zap2it.com/tvlistings/ZCSGrid.do?stnNum=87894&channel=566&aid=tvschedule
- ↑ "Boundary-pushing Programming Slate Unveiled for FXX, Launching April 1". Rogers Media TV Access. March 6, 2014. Retrieved March 6, 2014.
- ↑ "FXX-Planning-Spring-2014-2.pdf" (PDF). Rogers Media Inc. Retrieved March 27, 2014.
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