Scott Greenberg, CEO of the Fox animation studio Bento Box and Fox’s Web3 media and creative technology company Blockchain Creative Labs, is leaving his roles at the company next month.
In his place, Brett Coker, former COO of Bento Box, has been named president. He will report to Michael Thorn, president of scripted programming at Fox Entertainment. Blockchain Creative Labs will be overseen by president Melody Hildebrandt.
“It’s been an incredible honor and privilege to work alongside the many people who have helped build Bento Box and Blockchain Creative Labs into two great companies,” said Greenberg, whose last day will be May 19. “The many series and projects we launched together are a great source of lasting pride to me. Deep down, I’m an entrepreneur at heart who enjoys building organizations and nurturing their teams to bring out the best in themselves. With Bento Box and Bcl running...
In his place, Brett Coker, former COO of Bento Box, has been named president. He will report to Michael Thorn, president of scripted programming at Fox Entertainment. Blockchain Creative Labs will be overseen by president Melody Hildebrandt.
“It’s been an incredible honor and privilege to work alongside the many people who have helped build Bento Box and Blockchain Creative Labs into two great companies,” said Greenberg, whose last day will be May 19. “The many series and projects we launched together are a great source of lasting pride to me. Deep down, I’m an entrepreneur at heart who enjoys building organizations and nurturing their teams to bring out the best in themselves. With Bento Box and Bcl running...
- 4/27/2023
- by Dessi Gomez
- The Wrap
Scott Greenberg, the co-founder and CEO of Fox-owned animation studio Bento Box Entertainment, is exiting the company, Variety has confirmed.
Greenberg is also the CEO of Fox’s Web3 media and creative technology company Blockchain Creative Labs (Bcl). He will officially depart both roles on May 19.
“It’s been an incredible honor and privilege to work alongside the many people who have helped build Bento Box and Blockchain Creative Labs into two great companies,” Greenberg said. “The many series and projects we launched together are a great source of lasting pride to me. Deep down, I’m an entrepreneur at heart who enjoys building organizations and nurturing their teams to bring out the best in themselves. With Bento Box and Bcl running full steam ahead on the path for continued growth and success, now is the time to explore new opportunities.”
Brett Coker, formerly the COO of Bento Box, has...
Greenberg is also the CEO of Fox’s Web3 media and creative technology company Blockchain Creative Labs (Bcl). He will officially depart both roles on May 19.
“It’s been an incredible honor and privilege to work alongside the many people who have helped build Bento Box and Blockchain Creative Labs into two great companies,” Greenberg said. “The many series and projects we launched together are a great source of lasting pride to me. Deep down, I’m an entrepreneur at heart who enjoys building organizations and nurturing their teams to bring out the best in themselves. With Bento Box and Bcl running full steam ahead on the path for continued growth and success, now is the time to explore new opportunities.”
Brett Coker, formerly the COO of Bento Box, has...
- 4/27/2023
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Scott Greenberg, co-founder and CEO of Fox’s animation studio Bento Box Entertainment, the company behind Dan Harmon’s Krapopolis and Apple TV+’s Central Park, is leaving.
Greenberg, who is also CEO of Fox’s Web3 media and creative technology company Blockchain Creative Labs, is leaving on May 19.
“Deep down, I’m an entrepreneur at heart who enjoys building organizations and nurturing their teams to bring out the best in themselves. With Bento Box and Bcl running full steam ahead on the path for continued growth and success, now is the time to explore new opportunities,” he said.
Brett Coker, who was previously COO, has been promoted to President of the company and will now report to Michael Thorn, President, Scripted Programming, Fox Entertainment.
Daniel Weidenfeld, SVP, Animation, of Fox Entertainment, will transition over to Bento Box, where he and Creative Director Ben Jones will oversee development. The pair will report to Coker.
Greenberg, who is also CEO of Fox’s Web3 media and creative technology company Blockchain Creative Labs, is leaving on May 19.
“Deep down, I’m an entrepreneur at heart who enjoys building organizations and nurturing their teams to bring out the best in themselves. With Bento Box and Bcl running full steam ahead on the path for continued growth and success, now is the time to explore new opportunities,” he said.
Brett Coker, who was previously COO, has been promoted to President of the company and will now report to Michael Thorn, President, Scripted Programming, Fox Entertainment.
Daniel Weidenfeld, SVP, Animation, of Fox Entertainment, will transition over to Bento Box, where he and Creative Director Ben Jones will oversee development. The pair will report to Coker.
- 4/27/2023
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Julia Franz has been tapped to become senior vice president of comedy at Fox Entertainment, while Daniel Weidenfeld will be named senior vice president of animation at the network, according to a source familiar with the situation.
Franz will lead the charge on all comedy production and development for the network. Weidenfeld will oversee all animated production and development for both the network and third-party platforms.
Franz and Weidenfeld will report to Michael Thorn, Fox Entertainment’s president of entertainment.
“Both Julia and Daniel are fantastic executives with tremendous relationships throughout the creative community,” said Thorn. “As Fox Entertainment doubles down on our commitment both to live-action and animated comedy, these two executives will play key roles in these initiatives.”
Previously, Franz served as head of development for Spectrum Originals, where she had a hand in launching Gabrielle Union and Jessica Alba series “La’s Finest” as well as the “Mad About You” reboot,...
Franz will lead the charge on all comedy production and development for the network. Weidenfeld will oversee all animated production and development for both the network and third-party platforms.
Franz and Weidenfeld will report to Michael Thorn, Fox Entertainment’s president of entertainment.
“Both Julia and Daniel are fantastic executives with tremendous relationships throughout the creative community,” said Thorn. “As Fox Entertainment doubles down on our commitment both to live-action and animated comedy, these two executives will play key roles in these initiatives.”
Previously, Franz served as head of development for Spectrum Originals, where she had a hand in launching Gabrielle Union and Jessica Alba series “La’s Finest” as well as the “Mad About You” reboot,...
- 9/17/2019
- by Elaine Low
- Variety Film + TV
Fox Entertainment has named Julia Franz head of comedy and Daniel Weidenfeld head of animation, the network said Tuesday.
As senior vice president of comedy, Franz will be responsible for overseeing all comedy production and development for the network. Weidenfeld, set as senior vice president of animation, will be responsible for overseeing all animated production and development for Fox Entertainment and third-party platforms. The two new SVPs will report directly to Fox Entertainment President Michael Thorn.
“Both Julia and Daniel are fantastic executives with tremendous relationships throughout the creative community,” Thorn said. “As Fox Entertainment doubles down on our commitment both to live-action and animated comedy, these two executives will play key roles in these initiatives.”
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In April, Jonathan Gabay, Fox Entertainment’s former Svp of comedy development and programming, moved to Berlanti Productions, where he’s Svp of development.
As senior vice president of comedy, Franz will be responsible for overseeing all comedy production and development for the network. Weidenfeld, set as senior vice president of animation, will be responsible for overseeing all animated production and development for Fox Entertainment and third-party platforms. The two new SVPs will report directly to Fox Entertainment President Michael Thorn.
“Both Julia and Daniel are fantastic executives with tremendous relationships throughout the creative community,” Thorn said. “As Fox Entertainment doubles down on our commitment both to live-action and animated comedy, these two executives will play key roles in these initiatives.”
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In April, Jonathan Gabay, Fox Entertainment’s former Svp of comedy development and programming, moved to Berlanti Productions, where he’s Svp of development.
- 9/17/2019
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
TV industry veteran Julia Franz is poised to become Svp and head of comedy for Fox Entertainment, while Daniel Weidenfeld is expected to be named Svp and head of animation at the broadcast network, I have learned. Franz will oversee all comedy production and development for the network; Weidenfeld will shepherd all animated production and development for ox Entertainment and third party platforms. Both will report to Fox Entertainment president Michael Thorn.
Fox has been without senior comedy executives since April, when the head of comedy, Evp Comedy Programming & Development Suzanna Makkos, left to join HBO Max as Evp Original Comedy and Animation, and Jonathan Gabay, Svp comedy development and programming, left to join Berlanti Productions as Svp Development. I hear out in the current executive transition is Roberto Alcantara, VP Comedy Programming & Development.
Fox Entertainment brass cast a wide net in its search for a new head of comedy.
Fox has been without senior comedy executives since April, when the head of comedy, Evp Comedy Programming & Development Suzanna Makkos, left to join HBO Max as Evp Original Comedy and Animation, and Jonathan Gabay, Svp comedy development and programming, left to join Berlanti Productions as Svp Development. I hear out in the current executive transition is Roberto Alcantara, VP Comedy Programming & Development.
Fox Entertainment brass cast a wide net in its search for a new head of comedy.
- 9/17/2019
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Fox Entertainment is filling out its executive ranks, naming a new head of comedy and the network's first head of animation.
Julia Franz will become senior vp comedy at the network, filling a post that has been open for several months. Daniel Weidenfeld will take on the role of senior vp animation. Both will report to Fox Entertainment president Michael Thorn.
"Both Julia and Daniel are fantastic executives with tremendous relationships throughout the creative community," Thorn said Tuesday in a statement. "As Fox Entertainment doubles down on our commitment both to live-action and animated comedy, these ...
Julia Franz will become senior vp comedy at the network, filling a post that has been open for several months. Daniel Weidenfeld will take on the role of senior vp animation. Both will report to Fox Entertainment president Michael Thorn.
"Both Julia and Daniel are fantastic executives with tremendous relationships throughout the creative community," Thorn said Tuesday in a statement. "As Fox Entertainment doubles down on our commitment both to live-action and animated comedy, these ...
- 9/17/2019
- The Hollywood Reporter - Film + TV
Adult Swim’s newest animated series may not be appointment television, but Lazor Wulf is fun, relaxed, and full of character.
This Lazor Wulf review contains no spoilers.
“That’s because Lazor Wulf brings the party with him!”
It’d be safe to think that a cartoon called Lazor Wulf would be a show about powerful wolf protectors or some sort of lupine galactic warriors. In reality, however, the name is just an excuse for a few weird creatures to relax and stay chill. It’s the kind of show rappers’ dogs would probably enjoy. One scene in the series features a sign in the background that says, “Anyone know the premise of the show?” and there’s a corresponding sign that says, “A wolf with a laser.” That’s about it and Lazor Wulf would rather you just enjoy yourself.
The official description for Lazor Wulf says that it...
This Lazor Wulf review contains no spoilers.
“That’s because Lazor Wulf brings the party with him!”
It’d be safe to think that a cartoon called Lazor Wulf would be a show about powerful wolf protectors or some sort of lupine galactic warriors. In reality, however, the name is just an excuse for a few weird creatures to relax and stay chill. It’s the kind of show rappers’ dogs would probably enjoy. One scene in the series features a sign in the background that says, “Anyone know the premise of the show?” and there’s a corresponding sign that says, “A wolf with a laser.” That’s about it and Lazor Wulf would rather you just enjoy yourself.
The official description for Lazor Wulf says that it...
- 4/5/2019
- Den of Geek
Alec Bojalad Mar 20, 2019
Lazor Wulf, the next mind-bending animated series from Adult Swim now has a release date and trippy trailer.
The Adult Swim legacy of "wait...what was that?" animated TV series looks like it will continue on strong with the announcement of its new show, Lazor Wulf.
Lazor Wulf will follow the adventures of a wolf who carries a laser on his back...obviously. Lazor Wulf lives in the city of Strongburg, where he hangs with his friends at beloved neighborhood joints like The Curb and Esther's. Adult Swim says that the quarter-hour series is about "finding the inner strength to buy your own cereal, not dying, and the art of the scam."
The show was created by Henry Bonsu, who executive produces it alongside Daniel Weidenfeld, Carl Jones (The Boondocks), and Vince Staples. The animation studio is Bento Box Entertainment. Staples will voice act in the series...
Lazor Wulf, the next mind-bending animated series from Adult Swim now has a release date and trippy trailer.
The Adult Swim legacy of "wait...what was that?" animated TV series looks like it will continue on strong with the announcement of its new show, Lazor Wulf.
Lazor Wulf will follow the adventures of a wolf who carries a laser on his back...obviously. Lazor Wulf lives in the city of Strongburg, where he hangs with his friends at beloved neighborhood joints like The Curb and Esther's. Adult Swim says that the quarter-hour series is about "finding the inner strength to buy your own cereal, not dying, and the art of the scam."
The show was created by Henry Bonsu, who executive produces it alongside Daniel Weidenfeld, Carl Jones (The Boondocks), and Vince Staples. The animation studio is Bento Box Entertainment. Staples will voice act in the series...
- 3/20/2019
- Den of Geek
Adult Swim always makes their big presence at San Diego Comic-Con International known.
As always, Adult Swim will be promoting their celebrity-filled panels and autographs inside the convention center and instilling fun activities the building.
The channel will have a large Adult Swim Booth (#3721) with the Return to Feline Fun Hole Slide, Part 2 (whatever that is). Visitors can limber up and come by to lob fish into the cat holes. With true aims, the cats will cough up something beautiful and exciting.
Outside the convention, Adult Swim will present fun and free activities for Sdcc con attenders and non con-goers alike. Behind the convention center at 5th Avenue Landing and Convention Way, from Thursday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., there will be Adult Swim on The Green. In this carnival setting, there will be full of fancy games and Adult Swim theme prizes. You can have your...
As always, Adult Swim will be promoting their celebrity-filled panels and autographs inside the convention center and instilling fun activities the building.
The channel will have a large Adult Swim Booth (#3721) with the Return to Feline Fun Hole Slide, Part 2 (whatever that is). Visitors can limber up and come by to lob fish into the cat holes. With true aims, the cats will cough up something beautiful and exciting.
Outside the convention, Adult Swim will present fun and free activities for Sdcc con attenders and non con-goers alike. Behind the convention center at 5th Avenue Landing and Convention Way, from Thursday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., there will be Adult Swim on The Green. In this carnival setting, there will be full of fancy games and Adult Swim theme prizes. You can have your...
- 7/6/2016
- by Gig Patta
- LRMonline.com
Some really cool news has come out of the Cartoon Network camp today. Variety announced that Cartoon Network's Adult Swim has some pretty awesome plans to ensure that their current, future, and past fan bases will all be entertained. One of the steps they are taking is to bring us new episodes of Samurai Jack. Earlier this year, Adult Swim announced the series revival would be coming, but this solidifies their plans, and there are a ton of other new announcements that Cn has revealed:
The Time Warner-owned cable programmer that tilts toward millennial viewers and younger generations with animated fare shown in primetime and overnights, said it would release more original programming via streaming video for daytime viewing as part of an effort to spur its audience to increase consumption of its oddball but cult-favorite content.The outlet "simply knows its audience," said Christina Miller, president and general manager,...
The Time Warner-owned cable programmer that tilts toward millennial viewers and younger generations with animated fare shown in primetime and overnights, said it would release more original programming via streaming video for daytime viewing as part of an effort to spur its audience to increase consumption of its oddball but cult-favorite content.The outlet "simply knows its audience," said Christina Miller, president and general manager,...
- 5/12/2016
- by Billy Fisher
- GeekTyrant
Sundance Institute has revealed over 70 short films to premiere at Sundance 2016 Film Festival, which begins on January 21st. Also: details on Double Take's free Ultimate Night of the Living Dead comic, the Mystery Science Theater 3000 livestream, Fright Rags' holiday horror sweaters, and Voices from the Grave release details.
Sundance 2016's Midnight Shorts: Press Release: "Park City, Ut — Sundance Institute announced today its full lineup of 72 short films that will leave a lasting impact on audiences long after the lights go up at their screenings at the 2016 Sundance Film Festival, January 21-31 in Park City, Salt Lake City, Sundance and Ogden, Utah. Among the short films the Festival has shown in recent years are World of Tomorrow, Whiplash, The Tsunami and the Cherry Blossom and Fishing Without Nets. This year’s short film lineup will include both a Midnight and a New Frontier section, tying into the Festival’s other programmatic strands.
Sundance 2016's Midnight Shorts: Press Release: "Park City, Ut — Sundance Institute announced today its full lineup of 72 short films that will leave a lasting impact on audiences long after the lights go up at their screenings at the 2016 Sundance Film Festival, January 21-31 in Park City, Salt Lake City, Sundance and Ogden, Utah. Among the short films the Festival has shown in recent years are World of Tomorrow, Whiplash, The Tsunami and the Cherry Blossom and Fishing Without Nets. This year’s short film lineup will include both a Midnight and a New Frontier section, tying into the Festival’s other programmatic strands.
- 12/9/2015
- by Tamika Jones
- DailyDead
The 2013 San Diego Comic-Con is at hand, and with it come a ton of big name movies and TV shows putting their best foot forward for the fans in attendance.
From primetime television series to cable favorites, web series to returning classics, television will dominate the San Diego Convention Center this year. Take a look at the complete movie schedule below and make sure to plan accordingly; there are plenty of tough choices. The complete list of movie panels can be found here.
Wednesday, July 17 (Preview Night)
Warner Bros. Television pilot screenings: Ballroom 20, 6-10 p.m. "Almost Human," "The Originals, "The Tomorrow People," "The 100."
Thursday, July 18
"Intelligence": Ballroom 20, 10-11 a.m. Josh Holloway, Marg Helgenberger, Meghan Ory, Michael Seitzman, Rene Echevarria and Tripp Vinson attending. Pilot will be screened.
"Battlestar Galactica" 35th Anniversary: Room Cf, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Richard Hatch, Michael Nankin, Dr. Kevin Grazier, Michael Angeli,...
From primetime television series to cable favorites, web series to returning classics, television will dominate the San Diego Convention Center this year. Take a look at the complete movie schedule below and make sure to plan accordingly; there are plenty of tough choices. The complete list of movie panels can be found here.
Wednesday, July 17 (Preview Night)
Warner Bros. Television pilot screenings: Ballroom 20, 6-10 p.m. "Almost Human," "The Originals, "The Tomorrow People," "The 100."
Thursday, July 18
"Intelligence": Ballroom 20, 10-11 a.m. Josh Holloway, Marg Helgenberger, Meghan Ory, Michael Seitzman, Rene Echevarria and Tripp Vinson attending. Pilot will be screened.
"Battlestar Galactica" 35th Anniversary: Room Cf, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Richard Hatch, Michael Nankin, Dr. Kevin Grazier, Michael Angeli,...
- 7/10/2013
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Zap2It - From Inside the Box
It’s time to finalize those Comic-Con schedules.
With the annual pop culture-paloooza just weeks away, the event’s organizers have finally released an official schedule, and if you thought your schedule looked packed based on initial panel reports, prepare yourself for more than a few tough choices.
For those not attending the Con, which runs July 17-21, stay close to EW.com all Comic-Con week long for live coverage, including breaking news, interviews and more. (Bookmark this.)
Here’s the full rundown of the TV line-up. Head to Inside Movies to create more schedule conflicts for yourself with the complete movie highlights list.
With the annual pop culture-paloooza just weeks away, the event’s organizers have finally released an official schedule, and if you thought your schedule looked packed based on initial panel reports, prepare yourself for more than a few tough choices.
For those not attending the Con, which runs July 17-21, stay close to EW.com all Comic-Con week long for live coverage, including breaking news, interviews and more. (Bookmark this.)
Here’s the full rundown of the TV line-up. Head to Inside Movies to create more schedule conflicts for yourself with the complete movie highlights list.
- 7/7/2013
- by Sandra Gonzalez
- EW - Inside TV
Friday’s Comic-Con schedule has landed! And it’s totally packed with action, from Simon Pegg’s latest The World’s End panel to a special Veronica Mars presentation.
In case you missed it, click here to see Thursday’s schedule and below you’ll see Friday’s TV and movie highlights. For more info and the complete schedule head over to the official Comic-Con site.
10:00am-11:00am, Indigo Ballroom, Hilton San Diego Bayfront, Cartoon Network: Regular Show: Care to join the not so regular cast and crew for an eventful hour of over the top regular?...
In case you missed it, click here to see Thursday’s schedule and below you’ll see Friday’s TV and movie highlights. For more info and the complete schedule head over to the official Comic-Con site.
10:00am-11:00am, Indigo Ballroom, Hilton San Diego Bayfront, Cartoon Network: Regular Show: Care to join the not so regular cast and crew for an eventful hour of over the top regular?...
- 7/5/2013
- by Sandra Gonzalez
- EW.com - PopWatch
While it’s not typically in our purview, Adult Swim features many talents familiar to the genre fan club, and from the sound of it, they have a lot going on at the Con this year. Read on for the details!
This year at San Diego Comic-Con, Adult Swim will be bringing even more entertainment, celebrities and one-of-a-kind fan experiences to their adoring fans. Adult Swim programming panels run from Thursday to Saturday, featuring creators, producers and actors from fan favorites The Venture Bros., Childrens Hospital, Ntsf:sd:suv::, Robot Chicken, Aqua TV Show Show, Squidbillies, The Eric Andre Show, The Heart, She Holler, China, Il, and sneak peeks of several new and upcoming series such as Rick and Morty, Hot Package, King Star King, and Mr. Pickles. Adult Swim stars on hand will include Rob Corddry, Paul Scheer, Jackson Publick, Doc Hammer, Seth Green, Patton Oswalt, Amy Sedaris, Eric Andre,...
This year at San Diego Comic-Con, Adult Swim will be bringing even more entertainment, celebrities and one-of-a-kind fan experiences to their adoring fans. Adult Swim programming panels run from Thursday to Saturday, featuring creators, producers and actors from fan favorites The Venture Bros., Childrens Hospital, Ntsf:sd:suv::, Robot Chicken, Aqua TV Show Show, Squidbillies, The Eric Andre Show, The Heart, She Holler, China, Il, and sneak peeks of several new and upcoming series such as Rick and Morty, Hot Package, King Star King, and Mr. Pickles. Adult Swim stars on hand will include Rob Corddry, Paul Scheer, Jackson Publick, Doc Hammer, Seth Green, Patton Oswalt, Amy Sedaris, Eric Andre,...
- 6/28/2013
- by Andy Greene
- FamousMonsters of Filmland
Yes even Adult Swim joined the upfronts fray last week, and has now announced its forthcoming programming for 2012-2013. Back for more of what they do best are favorites Robot Chicken, Ntsf:sd:suv, and Children’s Hospital, along with newcomer Newsreaders, an animated Harold and Kumar, and the return of Toonami.
Adult Swim Announces Largest Programming Schedule Ever for 2012-13 Basic Cable’s #1 Network In Total Day With Adults 18-34 and 18-49 Offers Up 9 New Series/Specials, 8 Pilots and 10 Returning Series. Childrens Hospital Spin-off Newsreaders and Animated Harold & Kumar Make The List, Fan Favorite Toonami Returns to Saturday Nights
Adult Swim, basic cable’s #1 network with young adults for seven consecutive years, sets out to “control” the night by announcing a slate of new and returning programming at its annual Upfront presentation in New York City. Hours before their annual event featuring a scheduled performance by Grammy Award-winning rap artist T.I.,...
Adult Swim Announces Largest Programming Schedule Ever for 2012-13 Basic Cable’s #1 Network In Total Day With Adults 18-34 and 18-49 Offers Up 9 New Series/Specials, 8 Pilots and 10 Returning Series. Childrens Hospital Spin-off Newsreaders and Animated Harold & Kumar Make The List, Fan Favorite Toonami Returns to Saturday Nights
Adult Swim, basic cable’s #1 network with young adults for seven consecutive years, sets out to “control” the night by announcing a slate of new and returning programming at its annual Upfront presentation in New York City. Hours before their annual event featuring a scheduled performance by Grammy Award-winning rap artist T.I.,...
- 5/21/2012
- by Erin Willard
- ScifiMafia
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