Pluto TV goes to the dogs
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| 25 October 2019

Ad-funded streaming service Pluto TV has launched a new canine-oriented thematic strand comprising films, documentaries, viral videos and other content centred around man’s best friend.

Available immediately, the new based channel Pluto TV Dogs 24/7 is showcasing movies (Red Dog: True Blue), much more all launching in Germany, Austria Switzerland and the UK. The first exclusive free TV premiere on Pluto TV, Neil Ben's Puppy Time, a documentary following a litter of puppies, will kick off the channel launch. The programme, Signature Entertainment’s first non-scripted production, will run as a 72-hour marathon.

“I am so excited to share Puppy Time to Pluto TV audiences across the UK and Germany”, said director Neil Ben. “Inspired by being a lifelong dog lover and owner of a rather bonkers King Charles Spaniel, there is something rather special about being around puppies, just before they go to their ‘new’ homes and I hope other dog lovers and families will enjoy it on-screen as well.”

Following the Puppy Time marathon, Pluto TV DOGS 24/7 will also feature drama Red Dog: True Blue which takes UK viewers along the courageous trips of tween Mick and dog into the vast Australian outback. Available to all European markets, The Adventures of RoboRex adds a sci-fi twist to a family-friendly story of bonding over an untimely loss.

“What better way to lean back and enjoy than with a dedicated channel to our wet-nosed best friends, which offers round-the-clock entertainment for all ages,” added Pluto TV managing director Europe Olivier Jollet. “I'm delighted that our content range in our European markets is growing at such a continuous pace, paving the way for entertaining the world.”

In addition to the dog-focused channel, and with Halloween imminent, Pluto TV is additionally ramping up its offering of supernatural programmes in the UK with Pluto TV Paranormal. On this 24/7 channel, spiritual medium Derek Acorah will host in Derek Acorah's Ghost Towns and other highlights include Scream Team, featuring a group of young Brits travelling to historic haunted houses to investigate activity.