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Fox Entertainment is an American entertainment company owned by Fox Corporation known for television production and distribution. The company was formed in 2019 after The Walt Disney Company's acquisition of 21st Century Fox, with offices in Midtown Manhattan and Los Angeles, California. The company is the successor to the Fox Entertainment Group, which shut down and merged with the Walt Disney Studios in 2019. Fox Entertainment’s programming is created for the Fox Broadcasting Company, MyNetworkTV, and Tubi;[2][3] Fox First Run serves as the syndication arm of the former, as well as a television distribution company for Fox Television Stations. It serves as the production arm for Fox.

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History

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Fox Entertainment emerged in 2019 subsequent to the acquisition of Fox's former television studio, 20th Century Fox Television, along with other assets acquired by Disney.[4] On August 6, 2019, Fox Entertainment expanded its portfolio by acquiring the animation studio Bento Box Entertainment.[5] Subsequent developments included a collaboration with Caffeine in April 2020 to produce the AniDom Beyond Show, hosted by Andy Richter.[6] Initially intending to foster scripted and unscripted projects through a division called Sidecar, aimed at developing content for both Fox's broadcast network and external platforms, Fox later dissolved Sidecar in June 2020, citing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the industry.[7][8]

In August 2021, Fox Entertainment entered into an overall deal with Gordon Ramsay to establish Studio Ramsay Global, which absorbed Ramsay's pre-existing business with All3Media and would oversee his future endeavors.[9] September 2021 saw Fox Entertainment's acquisition of TMZ from WarnerMedia for approximately $50 million.[10] Subsequent developments included signing Wonwoo Park, creator of the South Korean format King of Mask Singer, which had been adapted by Fox as The Masked Singer, to a first-look deal in November 2021, and the acquisition of television film studio MarVista Entertainment in December 2021, with an emphasis on content production for its streaming service Tubi.[11][12] Exploring content for internal Fox streaming service Fox Nation, the entertainment division created new episodes of Cops and a follow-up to A&E series Duck Dynasty called Duck Family Treasure.[13][14]

Further expansion occurred in February 2022 with the acquisition of the Gumby franchise.[15] In September 2022, Fox Corporation launched Fox Entertainment Studios, its inaugural foray into wholly in-house television production, premiering its first show, Monarch, on September 11, 2022.[16] Additionally, Fox Entertainment re-entered the international distribution arena by establishing Fox Entertainment Global.[17]

In January 2023, Fox Entertainment and Hulu announced a new multi-year deal encompassing in-season streaming rights for Fox's primetime shows.[18] By July 2023, Fox Entertainment declared its commitment to television production in Ireland, establishing the largest unscripted production hub and confirming its role as the global hub for the American hit cooking competition series Next Level Chef with Gordon Ramsay.[19][20] Amid the 2023 Actors' and Writers' strikes, the entertainment division underwent a realignment to strengthen alignment with its parent entity, Fox Corporation.

On March 27, 2024, Fox Entertainment's operations were restructured into three groups: Fox Television Network, Fox Entertainment Studios and Fox Entertainment Global, with Fernando Szew named as head of the second unit.[21] Around 30 employees were subsequently laid off in July 2024.[22]

In October 2025, Fox Entertainment invested in vertical video company Holywater. As part of the deal, Fox Entertainment Studios will create and produce more than 200 vertical video titles for My Drama over the next two years.[23]In the same month, Fox Entertainment acquired an equity stake in B.J. Novak's restaurant pop-up brand Chain, also entering a first-look deal to develop television and media projects based on the concept.[24]

Filmography

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Television

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Title Genre First air date Last air date Number of seasons Network Co-production company(s) Notes
What Just Happened??! with Fred Savage Parody June 30, 2019 (2019-06-30) September 1, 2019 (2019-09-01) 1 Fox The Crest Lamp Company, Double Hemm, and 20th Century Fox Television
BH90210 Drama August 7, 2019 (2019-08-07) September 11, 2019 (2019-09-11) Alberghini Chessler Productions and CBS Studios
Prodigal Son Crime drama September 23, 2019 (2019-09-23) May 18, 2021 (2021-05-18) 2 Berlanti Productions, Sklaverworth Productions, VHPT! Co., and Warner Bros. Television
Bless the Harts Animated sitcom September 29, 2019 (2019-09-29) June 20, 2021 (2021-06-20) Jessebean, Inc., Lord Miller Productions, and 20th Television
The Moodys Sitcom December 4, 2019 (2019-12-04) CBS Studios
Outmatched January 23, 2020 (2020-01-23) March 26, 2020 (2020-03-26) 1 Briskets Big Yellow House and 20th Century Fox Television
Duncanville Animated sitcom February 16, 2020 (2020-02-16) June 26, 2022 (2022-06-26) 3 Paper Kite Productions, Scullys, Bento Box Entertainment, Universal Television, 20th Television (seasons 1–2), and 20th Television Animation (season 3) Last six episodes released on Hulu on October 18
Filthy Rich Drama September 21, 2020 (2020-09-21) November 30, 2020 (2020-11-30) 1 Imagine Television, Wyolah Films, and 20th Century Fox Television
Next Science fiction October 6, 2020 (2020-10-06) December 22, 2020 (2020-12-22) Manny Coto Productions, Zaftig Films, and 20th Century Fox Television
Call Me Kat Sitcom January 3, 2021 (2021-01-03) May 4, 2023 (2023-05-04) 3 Farm Kid (season 1), Sad Clown Productions, That's Wonderful Productions, BBC Studios America, and Warner Bros. Television Based on Miranda
The Great North Animated sitcom September 14, 2025 (2025-09-14) 5 Double Molyneux Sister Sheux, Wilo Productions, 20th Television (season 1), and 20th Television Animation (seasons 2–5)
HouseBroken May 31, 2021 (2021-05-31) August 6, 2023 (2023-08-06) 2 Kapital Entertainment, Bento Box Entertainment, Merman, and Allenden Uncredited
Fantasy Island Fantasy August 10, 2021 (2021-08-10) May 8, 2023 (2023-05-08) Happier in Hollywood and Gemstone Studios
The Big Leap Dramedy September 20, 2021 (2021-09-20) December 6, 2021 (2021-12-06) 1 20th Television, Naegle Ink, Small Dog Picture Company, and Selfish Mermaid Based on Big Ballet
Our Kind of People Serial drama September 21, 2021 (2021-09-21) January 25, 2022 (2022-01-25) 20th Television, Lee Daniels Entertainment, The Gist of It Productions, and Electus
Cops Reality October 1, 2021 (2021-10-01) Present 4 Fox Nation Langley Productions Previously aired on Fox before moving to Paramount Network; reacquired by Fox
The Cleaning Lady Crime drama January 3, 2022 (2022-01-03) June 3, 2025 (2025-06-03) Fox Warner Bros. Television, ShadowDance Pictures, Amore + Vita Productions, Inc., and Laughing Monkeys Based on the Argentine TV series of the same name
Pivoting Sitcom January 9, 2022 (2022-01-09) March 10, 2022 (2022-03-10) 1 Warner Bros. Television, Mama Look! Productions, and Kapital Entertainment
Welcome to Flatch March 17, 2022 (2022-03-17) February 2, 2023 (2023-02-02) 2 Lionsgate Television, Feigco Entertainment, BBC Studios America, and Perkins Street Productions Based on This Country
Duck Family Treasure Reality June 19, 2022 (2022-06-19) Present 3 Fox Nation Fox Nation, Tread Lively, Warm Springs Productions, and Duck Commander Follow-up to Duck Dynasty series, originally aired on A&E Networks[25]
Alert: Missing Persons Unit Police drama January 8, 2023 (2023-01-08) May 27, 2025 (2025-05-27) Fox Whale Productions, Foxxhole Productions, and Sony Pictures Television
Accused Crime anthology January 22, 2023 (2023-01-22) Present 2 Teakwood Lane Productions, Sony Pictures Television, and All3Media International Based on the British TV series of the same name
Grimsburg Animated sitcom January 7, 2024 (2024-01-07) Gizmotech Industries, The Jackal Group and Bento Box Entertainment Credited as Fox Entertainment Studios for first season
Rescue: HI-Surf Action drama September 22, 2024 (2024-09-22) March 31, 2025 (2025-03-31) John Wells Productions and Warner Bros. Television
Murder in a Small Town Crime drama September 24, 2024 (2024-09-24) Present 2 Sepia Films and Future Shack Entertainment Based on the novels by L. R. Wright;[26] originally aired on Global in Canada
Doc Medical drama January 7, 2025 (2025-01-07) Avenue K Productions, Channel Road Productions, Lux Vide, 3 Arts Entertainment and Sony Pictures Television Based on the Italian TV series Doc – Nelle tue mani[27]
Celebrity Weakest Link Game show September 15, 2025 (2025-09-15) 1 BBC Studios Los Angeles Based on the British TV series of the same name
Replaced Universal Television Alternative Studio
Baywatch Drama 2026-2027[28] Fremantle Based on the 1989 series of the same name[29]
Best Medicine[30] Medical comedy 2026 Propagate Content Based on Doc Martin
10% Happier Comedy
TBA
 Lionsgate Television Based on the book and podcast of the same name[31]
Bewitched Comedy Sony Pictures Television Based on the 1964 series of the same name[32]
Bloom County Animated sitcom Bento Box Entertainment, Miramax, Spyglass Media Group, and Project X Entertainment Based on the comic strip of the same name[33]
Buffalo Tens Comedy Two For The Road Entertainment, Warner Bros. Television and 20th Television [34]
Daddy Issues Animated sitcom Bento Box Entertainment Based on the podcast of the same name[35]
El Patio Comedy Two For The Road Entertainment and Kapital Entertainment [36]
End of Watch Police drama Cedar Park Studios Based on the film of the same name[37]
Get Buckets Comedy Mortal Media [38]
Guards Comedy 3 Arts Entertainment [39]
HAVOC! Animated sitcom Bento Box Entertainment and CRE84U Entertainment [40]
His Majesty's Dragon Animated drama Bento Box Entertainment Based on the novel of the same name[41]
Jenny Is a Weapon Drama [42]
No. 1 Supreme Citizen of America Comedy [43]
Starsky & Hutch Action Sony Pictures Television [44]

Film

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Year Title Director Gross
(worldwide) 		Distributor Notes Ref.
2023 First Time Female Director Chelsea Peretti — Roku co-production with Paper Kite Productions and MarVista Entertainment. [45]

Divisions

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Fox Entertainment Studios

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Fox Entertainment Studios
Company typeDivision
IndustryFilm production
Television production
Founded2022; 3 years ago (2022)
Headquarters
Los Angeles, California
,
United States
Key people
Fernando Szew (head of Fox Entertainment Studios)
ProductsMotion pictures
Television programs
ParentFox Entertainment
Divisions
  • Fox Alternative Entertainment
  • Fox Scripted Studios
Subsidiaries
WebsiteOfficial website

Fox Entertainment Studios is a division of Fox Entertainment which produces films and television shows in-house, as opposed to contracting studios. It was founded in 2022.

Television shows

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Title Genre First air date Last air date Number of seasons Network Co-production company(s) Note(s)
Monarch Family drama September 11, 2022 (2022-09-11) December 6, 2022 (2022-12-06) 1 Fox Sandbox Entertainment, The Jackal Group, Oh That Gus, Inc. and London Calling, Inc. copyright held under "Monarch XOF, LLC"
Animal Control Sitcom February 16, 2023 (2023-02-16) Present 3 Roughhouse Productions, Middletown News and Wow a Fox
Going Dutch January 2, 2025 (2025-01-02) 1 Red Lion Friday Productions and Amoeba
One Day in October[46] Drama October 7, 2025 HBO Max Yes TV and Moriah Media based on real-life accounts from the October 7, 2023, attack on Israel
The Faithful[47] Drama March 22, 2026 Fox Based on the biblical book of the same name
Almost Paradise[48] Comedy Kapital Entertainment
Billionaire Apocalypse[49] Drama
Earthquake[50] Comedy North Hill Productions and 3 Arts Entertainment
How Can We Help[51] Political comedy Brillstein Entertainment Partners
Perf[52] Comedy
Proof[53] Supernatural crime drama Westbrook Studios and Aperture Entertainment Based on the comic book series of the same name
Remix[54] Sitcom
Rock Camp[55]
The Bomb Maker[56] Drama Carol Mendelsohn Productions
The Miracle Department[57] Okay Goodnight
Thunderjacks[58] Sitcom
Untitled FBI drama[59] Drama The Nacelle Company
Untitled Jermaine Fowler comedy[60] Sitcom
Untitled Patricia Heaton comedy[61] Kapital Entertainment and FourBoys Entertainment
Untitled Paul Reiser comedy[62]
Untitled Vampire Comedy[63] Kapital Entertainment and KatCo
Wine & Spirits[64] Drama Lady Metalmark and 3 Arts Entertainment

Films

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Title Year Director Distributor Notes Ref.
Pastacolypse 2023 Jason Shwartz Tubi co-production with Bento Box Entertainment [65][66]
Cinnamon Bryian Keith Montgomery Jr. co-production with Village Roadshow Pictures and Content Cartel Studios [67]
Murder City Michael D. Olmos
Millennial Hunter Jason Shwartz co-production with Bento Box Entertainment [65]
Big Bruh
Slanted 2025 Amy Wang Bleecker Street co-production with Mountain Top Pictures and Tideline Entertainment [68]

Fox Entertainment Animation

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Title First air date Last air date Number of seasons Co-production company(s) Note(s)
Krapopolis September 24, 2023 (2023-09-24) Present 3 Harmonious Claptrap and Bento Box Entertainment Credited as Fox Entertainment Studios for first two seasons
Universal Basic Guys September 8, 2024 (2024-09-08) 2 Mutsack, Mediazhka, Sony Pictures Television, and Bento Box Entertainment Credited as Fox Entertainment for first season

Fox Alternative Entertainment

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Fox Alternative Entertainment
Company typeDivision
IndustryTelevision production
Founded2019; 6 years ago (2019)
Headquarters
Los Angeles, California
,
United States
Key people
John Hesling (head and EVP)
ProductsTelevision programs
ParentFox Entertainment Studios
WebsiteOfficial website

Fox Alternative Entertainment is Fox Entertainment's in-house studio for unscripted and reality television programming. It also produces reality television series for international networks.

Title Years Notes Network
The Masked Singer 2019–present season 2–present; co-production with Smart Dog Media and MBC Fox
Ultimate Tag 2020 co-production with Znak & Co.
I Can See Your Voice 2020–2024 co-production with CJ ENM
The Masked Dancer 2020–21 co-production with A Very Good Production, MBC and Warner Horizon Unscripted Television
Name That Tune 2021–present second reboot; co-production with Prestige Entertainment, Eureka Productions (season 1) and BiggerStage (season 2)
Cherries Wild 2021 co-production with Interrobang Entertainment
Let's Be Real co-production with Canal+, Propagate Content and Poochie Doochie Productions
America's Most Wanted 2021–present second reboot; co-production with XG Productions
Crime Scene Kitchen credited as Fox Entertainment for early episodes; co-production with Fly on the Wall Entertainment
The Big Deal 2021 co-production with BiggerStage[69] Virgin Media One
Alter Ego Fox
TMZ on TV 2021–present acquired from Telepictures; co-production with Harvey Levin Productions and ParaMedia Syndication
Next Level Chef 2022–present co-production with Studio Ramsay Global Fox
Joe Millionaire: For Richer or Poorer 2022 co-production with 495 Productions
Domino Masters co-production with The Jackal Group
Kitchen Commando 2023–present co-production with Studio Ramsay Global Tubi
Gordon Ramsay's Food Stars Fox
Kitchen Nightmares second reboot; co-production with All3Media International and Studio Ramsay Global
Snake Oil 2023 co-production with Electric Avenue[70][71]
We Are Family 2024–present co-production with Apploff Entertainment[72]
The Real Full Monty 2024 co-production with Spun Gold TV[73]
Extracted 2025–present co-production with Balboa Productions and B17 Entertainment
Gordon Ramsay's Secret Service co-production with Studio Ramsay Global
Beat My Mini-Mes TBA co-production with TF1[74] TF1
Marriage Market co-production with ProSieben[74] ProSieben

Studio Ramsay Global

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Studio Ramsay Global
Company typeDivision
IndustryTelevision production
PredecessorThe original incarnation of Studio Ramsay (All3Media)
Founded2021; 4 years ago (2021)
Headquarters
Los Angeles, California
,
United States
Key people
Gordon Ramsay (president)
ProductsTelevision programs
ParentFox Entertainment Studios
WebsiteOfficial website

Studio Ramsay Global is a division of Fox Entertainment led by Gordon Ramsay. Formed as part of an overall deal with Ramsay, the studio is focused on food and lifestyle-related programming.[9] The studio was formed after Fox Entertainment acquired the existing Studio Ramsay from All3Media.[9]

Title Years Notes Network
Next Level Chef 2022–present co-production with Fox Alternative Entertainment Fox
Gordon Ramsay's Future Food Stars co-production with Objective Media Group BBC One
Trailblazers: A Rocky Mountain Roadtrip[75] 2022 BBC Two
Kitchen Commando 2023–present co-production with Fox Alternative Entertainment Tubi
Gordon Ramsay's Food Stars Fox
Kitchen Nightmares co-production with Fox Alternative Entertainment and All3Media International
Gordon Ramsay's Secret Service 2025–present co-production with Fox Alternative Entertainment

Fox First Run

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Fox First Run
Company typeDivision
IndustryTelevision syndication
PredecessorThe original incarnation of 20th Television (The Walt Disney Company)
Founded2019; 6 years ago (2019)
Headquarters
Los Angeles, California
,
United States
Key people
Rob Wade (President and CEO, Fox Entertainment)
ProductsTelevision programs
ParentFox Entertainment
WebsiteOfficial website

Fox First Run is the television syndication arm owned by Fox Corporation. It serves as the syndication arm of Fox Entertainment, the Fox Broadcasting Company, and MyNetworkTV. It was founded in 2019. It is also a television syndication/distribution company of Fox Television Stations.

Title Years Notes
Dish Nation 2019–2025 co-production with Bartholomew Productions, Giant Bowling Pin Productions, Inc., Dino Bones Productions, Studio City, 20th Television and Georgia Media
Divorce Court 2019-present co-production with Lincolnwood Drive, Monet Lane Productions, 20th Television and Georgia Media
25 Words or Less 2019-present co-production with Dino Bones Productions, Is or Isn't Entertainment and Regular Brand
TMZ 2021-present co-production with TMZ Inc., Harvey Levin Productions, ParaMedia, Telepictures Productions, Warner Bros. Television and Fox Alternative Entertainment
You Bet Your Life with Jay Leno 2021-2023 co-production with Otter Creek Productions, Werner Entertainment and Big Dog Productions
Pictionary 2022–2025 co-production with Bill's Market & Television Productions, Mattel Television and CBS Media Ventures
Person, Place or Thing 2023-2025 co-production with Dino Bones Productions and Georgia Media
Battleground 2024

XOF Productions

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XOF Productions
Company typeDivision
IndustryTelevision production
FoundedOctober 2, 2019; 6 years ago (2019-10-02)
Headquarters
Los Angeles, California
,
United States
Key people
Rob Wade (President and CEO, Fox Entertainment)
ProductsTelevision programs
ParentFox Entertainment
WebsiteOfficial website

XOF Productions is a division of Fox Entertainment. Its name is derived from a reversal of "Fox".

Title Years Notes
Almost Family 2019–20 co-production with Parasox, True Jack Productions, Endemol Shine North America, and Universal Television
Deputy 2020 co-production with Cedar Park Entertainment and Entertainment One

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Fox Entertainment

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Fox Entertainment is an American entertainment company and division of , specializing in the development, production, and distribution of scripted, unscripted, and animated television programming for broadcast networks, cable, and streaming platforms worldwide. With a legacy spanning nearly 40 years rooted in the founding of the in 1986, the entity in its current structure emerged in 2019 following the divestiture of assets to , enabling a focused emphasis on content creation independent of operations. Key achievements include producing , the longest-running scripted primetime series in U.S. television history, which has aired over 750 episodes since 1989 and earned numerous for its satirical portrayal of American family life. The company has also delivered high-impact unscripted formats like The Masked Singer and Hell's Kitchen, which have achieved top ratings, spawned global franchises, and demonstrated the viability of innovative reality programming in attracting broad audiences. Through subsidiaries such as FOX Entertainment Studios and partnerships with creators like Gordon Ramsay's Studio Ramsay Global, it maintains a growing library of owned and emphasizes provocative, audience-engaging storytelling amid an industry shift toward streaming and in-house production.

History

Origins in Fox Broadcasting

The , serving as the foundational platform for Fox Entertainment's origins, was launched on October 9, 1986, by Australian-born media proprietor via his conglomerate. This marked the first major U.S. debut since the ceased operations in 1956, positioning Fox as a challenger to the established "Big Three" networks—ABC, , and —through a strategy emphasizing youth-oriented, irreverent programming delivered to independent stations rather than traditional affiliates. The network's featured a late-night variety/talk show hosted by , airing initially on Saturdays and Sundays to response while navigating FCC regulations on network-station ownership. Early content production drew heavily from 20th Century Fox's television division, which Murdoch had bolstered through News Corporation's 1985 acquisition of a in the studio's assets, enabling in-house development of original series amid limited initial syndication options. By April 1987, Fox expanded into prime time with shows like and , the latter spawning the animated hit , which premiered as a short segment in 1987 and evolved into a full series by December 17, 1989, solidifying Fox's reputation for boundary-pushing animation and sitcoms. These efforts, produced under the umbrella of what would later formalize as Fox's entertainment studios, prioritized edgy, countercultural appeal to demographics underserved by competitors, contributing to the network's growth from a weekend-only service to a full seven-night schedule by the early 1990s. This programming foundation laid the groundwork for Fox Entertainment's evolution, as the network's success in cultivating iconic franchises demonstrated the viability of independent production models outside Hollywood's traditional , influencing subsequent expansions into , , and global syndication. By leveraging Murdoch's —combining station ownership with content creation—Fox Entertainment emerged as a prolific supplier of and scripted fare tailored to the broadcast network's disruptive .

Restructuring after Disney Acquisition

Following the completion of The Walt Disney Company's $71.3 billion acquisition of 21st Century Fox's entertainment assets on March 20, 2019, —the spun-off entity retaining , , and related properties—restructured its television production operations to operate independently from Disney-owned studios such as the former 20th Century Fox Television (rebranded as ). Fox Entertainment was formally established the following day, on March 21, 2019, as a centralized production division under , focused on creating original scripted, unscripted, and alternative programming for the Fox Broadcasting network and other distribution platforms. This formation addressed the gap left by Disney's acquisition of key production infrastructure and , shifting Fox toward in-house development, co-productions, and talent partnerships rather than relying on acquired studio output. Leadership transitioned under Charlie Collier, who had been appointed CEO of Fox Entertainment in October 2018—prior to the deal's closure—to spearhead the post-acquisition strategy, starting his role on November 1, 2018, and reporting to CEO . Collier's mandate emphasized innovative, network-specific content, including reboots and new series like the continuation of 9-1-1 under Fox's banner, while exiting executives such as Gary Newman, former chairman of Fox Television Group, facilitated the pivot to a leaner, broadcast-focused model. The restructuring prioritized cost efficiency and agility in a streaming-dominated landscape, involving the consolidation of production teams and a reduction in legacy dependencies, though specific headcount figures from the 2019 transition remain undisclosed in public reports. Subsequent refinements, such as the July 2024 layoffs of 30 positions amid broader cost-cutting, built on this foundation but were not directly tied to the initial Disney deal.

Expansion and Key Milestones (2019–2025)

Following the divestiture of select assets to , which closed on March 20, 2019, reorganized its remaining entertainment operations under Fox Entertainment, focusing on television production, animation, and alternative content development. This entity retained key creative assets and began operating independently to produce scripted, unscripted, and animated programming for broadcast, streaming, and international distribution. A pivotal early expansion occurred on August 6, 2019, when Fox Entertainment acquired , an Emmy Award-winning animation studio responsible for series such as . The deal, valued under $50 million, allowed Bento Box to function as a standalone unit while expanding Fox's animation capabilities across platforms, including content for Fox Broadcasting and . Between 2020 and 2023, Fox Entertainment prioritized internal content scaling amid industry shifts toward streaming, though major structural expansions were limited; annual reports highlighted portfolio growth through partnerships like those enhancing unscripted formats, but without large-scale acquisitions. On March 27, 2024, Fox Entertainment announced a comprehensive restructuring under CEO Rob Wade, dividing operations into three pillars: FOX Entertainment Studios for global production, FOX Television Network and FOX Entertainment Streaming & Global for linear and digital distribution, and Worldwide Sales & Licensing for international monetization. This realignment included leadership promotions, such as Michael Thorn to president of entertainment, and aimed to streamline content pipelines for multi-platform delivery; it was followed by operational adjustments, including the elimination of approximately 30 positions in July 2024 to optimize efficiency. In 2025, Fox Entertainment accelerated diversification through strategic deals. On March 6, it secured a multi-year first-look agreement with Jamie Foxx's Foxxhole Productions for unscripted and alternative content development. September saw a broadcast-direct deal with producer Hank Steinberg for priority scripted projects. Culminating the year's expansions, October 8 brought a reciprocal first-look deal with HarperCollins Publishers to adapt literary properties into television series, fostering cross-media synergies. The following day, Fox took an equity stake in HOLYWATER, a vertical video platform, committing to produce over 200 microdrama and short-form series to tap the $8 billion global market and leverage the FOX Studios Lot for creator-driven content. These moves positioned Fox Entertainment for growth in short-form digital and IP-driven programming amid evolving viewer habits.

Corporate Structure

Divisions and Subsidiaries

Fox Entertainment's structure centers on FOX Entertainment Studios, an in-house production division launched in September 2022 that develops scripted series such as Animal Control and , alongside unscripted formats. This division also incorporates animation production through its subsidiary , which operates studios in , , and , creating content like Bob’s Burgers, , and for broadcast and streaming platforms. FOX Alternative Entertainment functions as the dedicated unscripted arm, producing reality and alternative programming including The Masked Singer and LEGO Masters, emphasizing innovative formats for the FOX network and third-party partners. Complementary subsidiaries include MarVista Entertainment, acquired in fiscal 2022, which generates approximately 80 original movies annually and distributes a library exceeding 2,500 hours of content across more than 125 territories to outlets like Netflix and Hulu. Additional entities under Fox Entertainment encompass Studio Ramsay Global, a culinary-focused venture producing shows such as Next Level Chef and Kitchen Nightmares in partnership with Gordon Ramsay, and FOX Entertainment Global, handling international content licensing and sales. Syndication efforts are supported by Fox First Run, while scripted development includes XOF Productions, and entertainment news via TMZ, which delivers celebrity coverage through syndicated programs and digital platforms. Tideline Entertainment operates as an independent film label within the portfolio.

Leadership and Governance

Rob Wade has served as of Fox Entertainment since October 2022, succeeding Charlie Collier. Prior to this appointment, Wade held the position of President of Alternative Entertainment and Specials at Fox, overseeing unscripted programming such as The Masked Singer and Gordon Ramsay's Food Stars. Under his leadership, Fox Entertainment has emphasized expansion in alternative content and studio operations, including a 2024 restructuring that integrated network unscripted oversight under Michael Thorn and placed Szew in charge of studios. As a division of , Fox Entertainment's leadership operates within the broader corporate framework overseen by 's Executive Chair and CEO, Lachlan K. Murdoch, who has held these roles since the company's formation in 2019 following the acquisition of assets. Murdoch, son of founder , directs strategic decisions across 's portfolio, including television production and . Fox Entertainment's governance aligns with Fox Corporation's structure, which includes a chaired by and comprising independent members such as former U.S. House Speaker Paul D. Ryan and Australian politician . The board maintains standing committees, including the for financial oversight, the Compensation Committee for executive remuneration, and the Nominating and Committee for director selection and ethical standards, as outlined in the company's Statement of adopted in 2019. This framework emphasizes board independence, with a majority of non-management directors, and enforces policies on conflicts of interest and compliance.

Content Production

Scripted Television Series

Fox Entertainment's scripted television series encompass procedural dramas, anthologies, and comedies, often co-developed with external partners for the . The division prioritizes narratives with procedural elements and character-driven stories, reflecting a to deliver accessible, high-stakes content amid shifting viewer habits toward streaming and linear TV. In the 2024-25 programming slate, returning dramas include 9-1-1: Lone Star, a first-responder series focusing on a firehouse, and Accused, an format examining criminal cases from the defendant's viewpoint, both sustained by strong viewership metrics despite industry-wide pressures. Additional dramas in the lineup feature Alert: Missing Persons Unit, centered on FBI agents handling abductions, and The Cleaning Lady, an action-thriller about a medical professional entangled in crime, both exemplifying Fox Entertainment's emphasis on female-led procedurals with international co-production ties. New additions for 2024-25 include Doc, a medical drama adaptation starring Molly Parker as a physician rebuilding her career after trauma, produced with Sony Pictures Television, and Murder in a Small Town, a psychological crime series based on L.R. Wright's novels, starring Rossif Sutherland. These series leverage established executive producers like Hank Steinberg for Doc and Ian Weir for Murder in a Small Town to ensure production efficiency and narrative reliability. On the comedy front, Fox Entertainment produces workplace and family-oriented sitcoms, such as , a live-action series starring as a U.S. Army colonel navigating life in the , highlighting cultural clashes for broad comedic appeal. Earlier efforts include Animal Control, a mockumentary-style series about urban animal control officers, which has anchored midseason slots with consistent ratings. Animated scripted content, while sometimes categorized separately, falls under the banner through partnerships, as seen with , an adult-oriented exploring economic themes via two brothers in a universal basic income scenario, co-produced with . This mix underscores Fox Entertainment's post-2019 pivot toward cost-effective, evergreen formats amid competition from streamer originals.

Films and Theatrical Releases

Fox Entertainment's involvement in theatrical films has been limited since its relaunch as a standalone entity under in 2019, with primary resources directed toward television and streaming production. The company's film initiatives, often handled through specialized labels like Tideline Entertainment (launched in 2023), have prioritized independent features for platforms such as and , rather than wide theatrical distribution. A notable exception is the satirical drama Slanted (2026), co-produced by Tideline Entertainment and Mountain Top Pictures, written and directed by Amy Wang. Greenlit in May 2024, the film follows a Chinese-American teenager undergoing experimental to alter her appearance for social acceptance, starring Shirley Chen, , and . It premiered at SXSW in March 2025, winning the Grand Jury Prize, before acquired North American theatrical rights in September 2025 for a planned 2026 release. Earlier film projects, such as (2023)—a comedy directed by and starring , produced via the acquired —bypassed theaters entirely, opting for a streaming debut on following festival screenings at SXSW and . This pattern underscores Fox Entertainment's cautious approach to theatrical ventures, leveraging partnerships for niche indie releases amid a broader streaming-first strategy.

Unscripted, Reality, and Alternative Programming

Fox Alternative Entertainment, established on May 9, 2019, serves as Fox Entertainment's dedicated in-house studio for unscripted, reality, and alternative programming, with the second season of The Masked Singer marking its inaugural production. This division focuses on developing and producing reality-competition, variety, , and other alternative formats for broadcast, cable, and digital platforms. The Masked Singer, a where celebrities perform in disguise, has become Fox's flagship unscripted series, consistently ranking as television's top-rated unscripted program since its 2019 premiere. The show, adapted from a South Korean format, achieved peak viewership of over 11 million for its third season finale in May 2020 and has spawned spin-offs like The Masked Dancer. Other notable FAE productions include , a hosted by that premiered in 2023, challenging contestants to identify genuine products among fakes pitched by celebrity partners. Through partnerships like Studio Ramsay Global, Fox produces culinary reality series such as Hell's Kitchen, which returned for its 23rd season in 2024, featuring aspiring chefs competing under Gordon Ramsay's scrutiny in high-pressure restaurant simulations. Crime Scene Kitchen, a dessert-baking solving culinary "crimes" via clues, and The Floor, a quiz spanning 81 knowledge categories on a large grid stage, also anchor the unscripted slate, with renewals announced for the 2024-25 season. In 2023, launched an international unscripted format fund to invest in and adapt global concepts, yielding series like Beat My Mini-Mes, a French-originated competition pairing celebrities with child performers, co-developed with TF1. For summer 2025, new entries include Gordon Ramsay's Secret Service, a rescue series, and expanded episodes of , alongside returning staples. These efforts underscore 's strategy to leverage proven formats for broad appeal while innovating in survival and competition genres, such as the 2024-25 debut of Extracted, a survival series extracting contestants from extreme environments.

Business Operations

Syndication and Distribution

Fox Entertainment handles syndication of its programming primarily through Fox First Run, the distribution arm established by following the loss of Twentieth Television in the 2019 Disney acquisition. Fox First Run focuses on first-run syndicated shows, offering original content to broadcast stations and digital platforms. In fall 2024, it launched six new programs, including Good Morning Football: Overtime in partnership with and , and Flip Side with . The unit has managed renewals and cancellations of syndicated series, such as renewing Jay Leno's reboot along with three other shows in December 2021 for additional seasons. Conversely, it discontinued programs like , Person, Place or Thing, and after their respective seasons, reflecting strategic adjustments in the syndication market. For international distribution, Fox Entertainment re-entered the market in September 2022 by launching Fox Entertainment Global, a dedicated sales unit handling worldwide licensing of its . This arm represents a diverse slate including comedies, documentaries, and scripted series to global buyers. Leadership includes Prentiss Fraser, appointed president in January 2025, overseeing content sales, and Matt Hanna, hired as SVP of Sales for the Americas in October 2025 to drive licensing in the U.S., , and . Domestically, Fox Entertainment distributes content beyond syndication to FOX-owned platforms, affiliates, and third-party partners such as , , and , enabling broader reach across broadcast, cable, and streaming services.

Strategic Partnerships and Initiatives

Fox Entertainment established a multi-year content partnership with in 2023, granting the Disney-owned streaming service in-season streaming rights to FOX's primetime scripted and unscripted programming, including series such as 9-1-1 and The Masked Singer, to enhance audience accessibility and revenue through expanded digital distribution. In March 2025, Fox Entertainment Studios signed a multiyear first-look deal with Jamie Foxx's production company, encompassing both scripted and unscripted projects, aimed at developing original content leveraging Foxx's creative input and industry connections. To bolster its presence in emerging digital formats, Fox Entertainment acquired an equity stake in Holywater in October 2025, a company specializing in AI-generated microdramas and vertical video content; the collaboration plans to produce over 200 original vertical series annually, focusing on short-form narratives for mobile platforms, while integrating ad sales and brand partnerships to tap into the $8 billion global vertical video market. That same month, Fox Entertainment Studios entered a reciprocal first-look development agreement with Publishers and its Avon imprint, enabling mutual adaptation opportunities: Fox gains priority access to develop series, films, and platform-specific movies from select titles, while receives first-look rights to Fox's IP for publishing extensions, targeting literary-inspired entertainment expansions. In August 2025, Fox pursued initiatives by securing talent deals with digital influencers, including podcaster Dave Portnoy and commentator Brett Cooper, to produce unscripted content and integrate their audiences into Fox's programming ecosystem, reflecting a strategy to bridge traditional television with online personalities amid shifting viewer demographics.

Reception and Impact

Achievements and Commercial Success

Fox Entertainment's television operations have demonstrated robust commercial performance, with the broader Television segment reporting $9.33 billion in revenues for 2025, an 18% increase from the prior year, fueled by higher affiliate fees, from major events, and content licensing deals. This growth reflects strong advertiser demand for Fox's broadcast slate, including primetime entertainment programming that consistently ranks among the network's top performers in key demographics. Key scripted series have driven viewership and syndication value, such as 9-1-1: Lone Star, which averaged 4.3 million total viewers in the 2024-25 season, positioning it as one of Fox's strongest ongoing dramas. Unscripted hits like The Masked Singer have similarly sustained high engagement, contributing to Fox's leadership in alternative programming ratings during multiple seasons. In 2023, Fox Entertainment secured the #1 entertainment telecast with Next Level Chef and the #1 new scripted drama premiere, underscoring its ability to launch commercially viable content amid fragmented viewing habits. Awards recognition has bolstered Fox Entertainment's industry standing, with multiple Emmy wins for programming across animation, drama, and specials, including historical accolades for long-running series like The Simpsons and 24. In 2024, Fox Entertainment and affiliated units earned 24 wins at the Global Entertainment Marketing Academy Awards, highlighting effective promotional strategies that enhance content monetization. These achievements, tracked via Nielsen metrics and official filings, affirm Fox's competitive edge in producing high-return entertainment assets despite broader industry shifts toward streaming.

Criticisms, Controversies, and Industry Challenges

Fox Entertainment has faced criticism for its unscripted programming choices, particularly the inclusion of politically polarizing figures on shows like The Masked Singer. In the Season 7 premiere aired on April 20, 2022, former Mayor was revealed as the "" contestant, prompting immediate backlash from judges and , who walked off the stage in protest, and viewers who condemned the decision to platform Giuliani amid his promotion of 2020 election fraud claims. Fox executives, including Alternative Entertainment president Rob Wade, defended the casting, stating there were "no regrets" as it aligned with the show's emphasis on unexpected reveals, though the incident highlighted tensions between entertainment unpredictability and public perceptions of endorsement. Similarly, host Nick Cannon's retention on The Masked Singer drew scrutiny after his 2020 dismissal from NBC's for anti-Semitic comments, with critics arguing applied inconsistent standards compared to peer networks. These episodes underscore broader critiques of Alternative Entertainment's unscripted slate for prioritizing spectacle over sensitivity to cultural flashpoints, though the division maintains such formats drive viewership in a fragmented market. On the business front, underwent a on July 18, 2024, resulting in approximately 30 layoffs across its operations, part of industry-wide efforts to reduce costs amid shrinking linear TV audiences and . The company grapples with secular declines in broadcast viewership driven by and streaming competition, prompting continued investment in traditional formats despite acknowledged headwinds, as articulated by Fox advertising executives in May 2025 upfront discussions. These challenges are compounded by broader media sector pressures, including revenue contraction and debt burdens reported for in 2025 analyses, necessitating adaptations like equity investments in emerging formats such as AI-generated microdramas.

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