envision adds two SPI channels in expanded MENA rights deal

Canal+-owned SPI/FilmBox has announced a distribution deal with evision to offer the Gametoon and Dizi channels in MENA.

envision is the media & entertainment division of e& life with flagship entertainment services such as eLife TV, Switch TV, Misr TV and Mobily TV. It currently offers a range of SPI channels including the flagship FilmBox, FightBox, DocuBox, Fast&FunBox, and FunBox UHD.

This latest deal expands Dizi’s footprint of millions of households worldwide who can access the Turkish drama-oriented channel. Content on Dizi will be offered with the Arabic dubbing option. 

Gametoon meanwhile is SPI’s gaming and esports channel. Its content offering features game reviews, esports tournaments, and exclusive game walkthroughs and sessions from popular streamer 

Murat Muratoğlu, head of distribution at SPI International, said: “The growing affinity for Turkish series in the Middle East is undisputed, and we are excited to partner with evision, to deliver a compelling slate of award-winning and popular Turkish drama series to a wide audience who appreciates quality content. Gametoon is also one of our most sought-after channels, which I’m certain will delight esports fans very much.”