Wave Partners with Major US Streaming Service 'Peacock'

Peacock Original Series Exclusively Released in Korea

[Asia Economy Reporter Cha Min-young] Wavve will introduce the original series from the major US streaming service Peacock to Korea for the first time.

Online video service Wavve announced on the 30th that it has signed an exclusive domestic and first-release contract for Peacock original series from NBCUniversal. Peacock is a streaming service launched by NBCUniversal last year.

Starting with the latest series "Dr. Death" and "Rutherford Falls," Wavve plans to sequentially release Peacock original series from September.

"Dr. Death" is based on the true story of notorious neurosurgeon Christopher Duntsch, who killed or disabled several patients, and is adapted from the podcast of the same name. Produced by UCP, it is the latest Peacock original series that aired in the US in July.

"Rutherford Falls," produced by Universal Television, depicts the conflict between childhood friends Nathan Rutherford and Reagan Wells as they stand opposed over important decisions in their town.

Wavve will also premiere "Punky Brewster," co-produced by UCP and Universal Television, as well as the Peacock original hits "Bayside Shakedown" and "Girls5eva," produced by Universal Television.

"Bayside Shakedown" and "Punky Brewster" are comedies that reinterpret beloved originals from the 1980s and 1990s with a modern sensibility, while "Girls5eva" portrays the chaotic comeback of a 1990s girl group, expected to evoke nostalgia among users.

Meanwhile, Wavve is adding multi-genre content such as exclusive Asian dramas, animations, and movies to its subscription service this year, in addition to partnerships with major overseas studios.

Kim Hong-gi, Head of Wavve Content Group, said, "By adding Peacock original content that has not yet been introduced domestically to Wavve's overseas series lineup, we will be able to provide users with new enjoyment."

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