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Universal Television LLC (abbreviated as UTV), formerly NBC Universal Television Studio and Universal Media Studios, is an American television production company and the television studio arm of Universal Pictures, established in 2004, as the successor to Revue Studios, NBC Studios, Studios USA Television, PolyGram Television, USA Cable Entertainment, and MCA Television Entertainment, under the name NBC Universal Television Studio, as a renaming of the original incarnation of the Universal Television studio. It is a division of Universal Studio Group, a division of NBCUniversal, which, in turn, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Comcast. The company serves as the network television production arm of NBC; a predecessor of the company, NBC Studios, previously assumed such functions, and a substantial portion of the company's shows air on the network.

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It is also known as Open 4 Business Productions in copyright in certain television series produced by them since 2009. Re-established in 2004, it became Universal Media Studios in 2007, and the company finally adopted its current name on September 12, 2011.

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Revue Studios

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Revue Studios
FormerlyRevue Productions Inc. (1943–1959)
Company typeSubsidiary
Founded1943; 82 years ago (1943)
FounderMusic Corporation of America
Defunct1963; 62 years ago (1963)
FateRenamed to Universal Television
SuccessorUniversal Television
ParentMCA
DivisionsEMKA, Ltd.

Revue Studios (first known as Revue Productions Inc.) was founded in 1943 by MCA to produce live radio shows; it also produced "Stage Door Canteen" live events for the United Service Organizations (USO) during World War II until it ended in 1945. Revue was re-launched as MCA's television production subsidiary in 1950. The partnership of NBC and Revue extends as far back as September 6, 1950, with the television broadcast of the anthology series Stars Over Hollywood (also known as Armour Theatre), based on radio's Stars over Hollywood.

During the early years of television, Revue was responsible for producing and distributing many television programs. These included Leave It to Beaver, which ran for only one season on CBS before going to ABC from 1958 until 1963. In addition, Revue also made Alan Hale Jr.'s Biff Baker, U.S.A. (1952–1953) and all three of Rod Cameron's syndicated series, City Detective (1953–1955), State Trooper (1956–1959), and Coronado 9 (1960–1961) and the Bill Williams Western series, The Adventures of Kit Carson (1951–1955). It produced Bachelor Father (1957–1962), for "Bachelor Productions", Edmond O'Brien's syndicated crime film Johnny Midnight, based on a fictitious New York City actor-turned-private investigator.

Revue also produced the 52-episode Crusader, the first Brian Keith series, which aired on CBS from 1955 to 1956. Another western produced by Revue and starring Audie Murphy was Whispering Smith, which aired on NBC in 1961 and was based on the 1948 Alan Ladd movie of the same name. Leave It to Beaver was produced first by George Gobel's Gomalco Productions, then by Kayro Productions on a back lot at Revue Studios from 1958 to 1963. The ABC sitcom McHale's Navy was also produced by Revue from 1962 to 1966.

In December 1958, MCA/Revue purchased Universal Studios' 367-acre backlot to produce television series, then leased it back to Universal for a million dollars a year for a decade.[1] The backlot was renamed Revue Studios, which became the name of the company in 1959. In 1960, a jingle composed by Juan García Esquivel and Stanley Wilson was introduced at the end of its productions, which was used in some form until the 80s.[2]

Revue produced later seasons of The Jack Benny Program for CBS and NBC and in co-operation with Jack Benny's J and M Productions (later known as JaM Productions and JaMco Productions), Checkmate (also co-produced by Jack Benny), General Electric Theater and Alfred Hitchcock Presents for CBS, Studio 57 for DuMont Television Network, and westerns such as Tales of Wells Fargo, The Tall Man, The Restless Gun and Laramie for NBC, as well as Wagon Train for NBC and ABC. The first two seasons of NBC's The Virginian, based on a film released originally by Paramount Pictures, whose pre-1950 theatrical sound feature film library was sold to MCA in 1958. Wagon Train was the only Revue-produced TV show to finish an American television season in first place.

In 1962, following its merger with Decca Records, the then-parent of Universal Pictures, the studio backlot name was changed back to Universal. In 1963, MCA formed Universal City Studios to merge the motion picture and television arms of Universal Pictures and Revue Studios, and Revue was officially renamed Universal Television.

Universal Television (original iteration)

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Universal Television
FormerlyUniversal Studios (1963–1972)
Company typeDivision
PredecessorRevue Studios
Founded1963; 62 years ago (1963)
Defunct1998; 27 years ago (1998)
FateSold to Barry Diller and renamed to Studios USA Television
SuccessorStudios USA Television
ParentMCA (1963–1996)
Universal Studios, Inc. (1996–1998)
DivisionsEMKA, Ltd.

In 1962, MCA acquired Decca Records, including the film studio Universal-International Pictures (later integrated into Universal Pictures). The following year, in 1963, Revue Studios was reincorporated as the original iteration of Universal Television.[3] Since then, they have made many contributions to television programming, including the production of the first television film (See How They Run from 1964), the first wheel series (The Name of the Game from 1968), the first rotating series with an umbrella title (1969's The Bold Ones) and the first two-part television movie (Vanished from 1971). Universal Television (also commonly known as MCA/Universal) also co-produced many shows with Jack Webb's Mark VII Limited, such as Emergency!, Adam-12 and a revival of the 1951 series Dragnet.

In 1967, Grant Tinker, formerly employee of NBC was hired to join the studio. He held the position for two years, until he left in 1969 to join 20th Century-Fox Television, and later that year, had to start MTM Enterprises. He subsequently left Fox in 1971 due to conflicts with running MTM.[4][5][6]

During the 1970s and 1980s, Universal Television produced shows such as Baretta, The Rockford Files, Murder, She Wrote, Miami Vice, The Equalizer, The Incredible Hulk, Battlestar Galactica, Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, Knight Rider, The A-Team, Simon & Simon and Magnum, P.I., many of which received critical acclaim and several TV movie spin-offs after their cancellations.

In 1980, Bud Austin has received a production contract with Universal Television to produce television series.[7] One of the more notable contracts was writer/producer Dick Wolf, whose Universal association began in 1986 with Miami Vice, then writing for several more shows before creating the hit Law & Order franchise.[8] In 1987, Universal Television, which by then, was the leading producers in prime time television programming, decided to have six pilots committed for network production value, plus three series for the 1987–88 season, which included development deals with people who already contracted with Universal.[9]

In 1990, MCA/Universal Television began the Law & Order franchise. In 1991, Tom Thayer was named president of the Universal Television arm.[10] In 1993, former Warner Bros. Television senior vice president of production employee Steven J. Papazian joined Universal Television as vice president of production.[11] In 1992, Universal Television signed a deal with several newer talent, plus some returning and existing talent that were offered at the studio, including Ivan Reitman, David Burke, John Leekley and R.J. Stewart.[12] In 1993, St. Clare Entertainment, a company owned by John Landis had reupped its contract at both MCA TV, MTE and Universal Television, three of the encompassing TV units of MCA via the MCA TV Group.[13] In 1994, Universal Television made a financing partnership with ABC to help them fund the show Blue Skies.[14]

In 1996, MCA was reincorporated as Universal Studios. Around the same time, Universal was acquired by Joseph A. Seagram and Sons and later acquired the Multimedia Entertainment and USA Network.[15][16] Also that year, Universal Television collaborated with Warner Bros. Television to develop the series Spy Game for ABC, with Universal alumnus Sam Raimi and Robert Tapert of Renaissance Pictures, and Warner alumnus John McNamara producing the series, but it didn't last long, as it only lasted one season on the air.[17]

Universal purchased a 50% stake of Brillstein-Grey Entertainment in 1996 for $75 to $100 million, and included distribution rights to then-new BGE programming such as Alright Already, and did not include older BGE programs that was grandfathered by the Columbia TriStar distribution agreement, such as The Larry Sanders Show for HBO, NewsRadio and Just Shoot Me! for NBC, and The Steve Harvey Show for The WB.[18] They considered buying the other 50% after selling its own television unit to Barry Diller in 1998.[19] Universal sold its stake in BGE in 1999 and BGE was renamed as Brad Grey Television, though Universal continued to co-produce Just Shoot Me! and The Steve Harvey Show until their cancellations.[20]

EMKA, Ltd. is the holding company responsible for a majority of the pre-1950 Paramount Pictures sound library. As an official part of the Universal Pictures library, they are part of the company's television unit, Universal Television.

MCA Television Entertainment

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Studios USA Pictures
FormerlyMCA Television Entertainment (1989–1996)
Universal Television Entertainment (1996–1998)
Company typeDivision
Founded1989; 36 years ago (1989)
Defunct1999; 26 years ago (1999)
FateMerged into USA Cable Entertainment
SuccessorUSA Cable Entertainment
ParentUniversal Television (1989–1998)
Studios USA Television (1998–1999)

During the 1970s and 1980s, MCA TV, the syndication company, had a production shop that produced shows like Probe, which aired on ABC.

MCA Television Entertainment (or MTE for short) was founded in 1989 as the telemovie and cable division of Universal Television. It primarily dealt with made-for-TV movies, and television shows like Dream On that were made for cable networks like HBO. It was also a producer of first-run syndication programming for the Hollywood Premiere Network, which was distributed by MCA's own syndication arm MCA TV, as well as KCOP-TV in Los Angeles and WWOR-TV in New York, such as They Came from Outer Space, Shades of L.A. and She-Wolf of London, but it only lasted one season from 1990 to 1991, but it didn't last long.[21]

In 1990, Michael Landsbury was named vice president of series programs, Angela Mancuso as vice president of production, and Michael Houbrick was named assistant director of publicity, at the studio.[22]

One of the most notable clients of MTE was Papazian-Hirsch Entertainment, who produced a bulk of these television movies and series for the studio.[23]

In 1996, it was renamed as Universal Television Entertainment (or UTE for short) to align with MCA's rebranding as Universal Studios. It was eventually renamed to Studios USA Pictures in 1998, and merged into USA Cable Entertainment in 1999.[24] MCA Television Entertainment was also a collective branding for their units owned and operated by MCA, and it absorbed Universal Family Entertainment and Universal Cartoon Studios in 1996.[25]

Studios USA Television

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Studios USA Television
FormerlyUSA Networks Studios (1998)
Company typeDivision
PredecessorUniversal Television (original iteration)
Founded1998; 27 years ago (1998)
Defunct2002; 23 years ago (2002)
FateAcquired by Vivendi Universal and merged into Universal Studios Network Television
SuccessorUniversal Network Television
ParentUSA Networks Inc.
DivisionsStudios USA Network Television
Studios USA Television Distribution
USA Cable Entertainment

USA Networks Inc. was founded by Barry Diller when he bought Universal's major television assets in February 1998.[26][27] Among its assets were the USA Network and Sci-Fi Network cable channels along with series such as Law & Order. Additionally, the company would own the HSN, the Ticketmaster Group and several television stations.[26] Universal Television's production and distribution unit was renamed Studios USA. Universal held on to its 50% share of Brillstein-Grey Entertainment, PolyGram's international channels and the rights to its television library while signing a long-term domestic sales deal with Studios USA for the library. Universal got a 45% share in USA Networks Inc. Greg Meidel initially resigned and was rehired as chairman and CEO of Studios USA, only to leave in June 1998.[28]

In 1999, USA Networks formed its own film and home media divisions when they acquired October Films and several production and distribution assets of PolyGram Filmed Entertainment for $200 million.[29] Most of the new shows produced under the Studios USA name bombed after only one or two seasons; only Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Law & Order: Criminal Intent and The District were deemed to be big hits. Although the latter two were cancelled, in 2011 and 2004 respectively, the former is still an ongoing show.

In 2000, Clyde Phillips has signed an overall deal with the studio to develop scripts made for the studio.[30]

On December 17, 2001, Vivendi Universal agreed to acquire USA's entertainment assets for an estimated $10.3 billion; the transaction closed on May 8, 2002. Under the deal, Barry Diller became chairman of Vivendi Universal Entertainment.[31][32] USA Networks is currently known as IAC. Shortly afterwards, Studios USA Television was merged with Universal Studios Network Television, producers of NBC's sitcom Just Shoot Me! to form Universal Network Television.[33][34][35]

PolyGram Television/Universal Network Television

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PolyGram Television
Company typeDivision
PredecessorITC Entertainment
FoundedMarch 5, 1997; 28 years ago (1997-03-05)
Defunct1999; 26 years ago (1999)
FateMerged into Universal Studios Network Programming
SuccessorUniversal Network Television
ParentPolyGram Filmed Entertainment

In 1997, PolyGram created not only its syndication unit, but a network unit for long-form television movies and drama series, which was a rebranding from the former UK-based ITC Entertainment television division of PolyGram. It was headed up by Bob Sanitsky, who headed the combined syndication and network divisions.[36] In 1998, it signed a deal with Meg Ryan and her Prufock Pictures to set up her projects at the studio.[37]

In early 1999, shortly after Seagram and Universal completed their deal to acquire PolyGram, PolyGram Television was absorbed into Universal's TV and Networks division (which consisted of Universal's international television operations). Universal would sell the ITC film and television library to Carlton Communications, and the pre-1996 film library to Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM). Shortly afterwards, PolyGram Television was then retained by Universal, opting Bob Sanitsky out of the unit.[38] Universal however then launched Universal Studios Network Programming to inherit the Brillstein-Grey productions, such as the upcoming Work with Me, and the existing Brillstein-Grey shows Just Shoot Me! and The Steve Harvey Show.[39] In 2001, NBC had an option agreement with Universal Network Television to keep Just Shoot Me! on the air to 2003.[40]

In June 2002, Universal Studios Network Television was also merged with Studios USA Network Television around the same time.[41] In 2003, writer John Ridley signed a deal with the studio.[42] Also that year, longtime Universal executives Sarah Timberman and Carl Beverly left the studio to start out 25C Productions, a production company affiliated with Warner Bros. Television.[43]

USA Cable Entertainment

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USA Cable Entertainment
FormerlyUSA Network Productions (1980–1996, 1999)
USA Studios (1996–1999)
Company typeDivision
Founded1980; 45 years ago (1980)
Defunct2004; 21 years ago (2004)
FateMerged with NBC Studios and Universal Network Television to form NBC Universal Television Studio
SuccessorUniversal Television
Universal Content Productions
ParentUSA Network (1980–1999)
Studios USA Television (1999–2002)
Universal Studios, Inc. (2002–2004)

The origins of USA Cable Entertainment are traced back to the 1980s when it was founded as USA Network Productions to produce content for the USA Networks. In 1996, it was rebranded to USA Studios, and in 1999 to USA Networks Productions, and later on reincorporated as USA Cable Entertainment on December 24, 1999.[44] Stephen Chao was named as the company's president in 2000.[45]

The company was best known for producing Monk and the 2003 miniseries Battlestar Galactica, which spawned a reboot in 2004. The same year, following the NBC Universal merger, the USA Cable Entertainment name was retired and was replaced with the NBC Universal Television Studio name. In 2008, the studio, then renamed Universal Media Studios, spun off its cable production division, including shows previously produced under the USA Cable Entertainment name, to Universal Cable Productions (now Universal Content Productions).

NBC Studios

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NBC Studios, Inc.
FormerlyNBC Television Network (1947–1963)
NBC Productions (1963–1996)
Company typeDivision
Founded1947; 78 years ago (1947)
FounderRCA
Defunct2004; 21 years ago (2004)
FateMerged with Universal Network Television and USA Cable Entertainment to form NBC Universal Television Studio
SuccessorUniversal Television
ParentNational Broadcasting Company, Inc.

NBC's in-house production division, commonly referred to as "NBC Television Network" was founded in 1947 by RCA (NBC's former parent company). One of its first productions was the children's television program Howdy Doody.

In 1955, NBC acquired production company Kagran Corporation,[46] and by 1956, changed its company name to California National Productions (CNP) and became its syndication and merchandising division.[47] The company also brought several NBC-aired programs, like The Adventures of Hiram Holliday and The Lawless Years, as well as non-NBC programs like The Silent Service and Philip Marlowe, but none of them were successful. The company's first hit was the television show Bonanza, which aired from 1959 to 1973 on the NBC television network. Its follow-up project that was produced independently was Outlaws, a western from 1960 to 1962. The third independently produced NBC show, The Americans, which aired only in 1961, lasted a few episodes, and bombed after only one season.

In 1961, NBC replaced CNP as its syndication division with NBC Films. Two years later, in 1963, NBC launched its production arm, NBC Productions (succeeding NBC Television Network), to continue producing its existing show Bonanza, and develop newer projects for the network.[48] NBC developed and produced several shows internally like Kentucky Jones, Captain Nice and T.H.E. Cat. By 1966, the company had output talent deals with Sheldon Leonard, Bob Finkel, Norman Felton and David Dortort.[49] The next big project was The High Chaparral, which was a hit among viewers throughout its four-season run, only to be axed in 1971 due to the rural purge. Throughout its partnership with Sheldon Leonard, they produced three shows Accidental Family, My Friend Tony and My World and Welcome to It, but none of them were successful.

In 1971, NBC spun off NBC Films and sold it to National Telefilm Associates (later sold to Worldvision Enterprises) due to the 1970 fin-syn rules initiated by the Nixon administration, while programs from NBC News continued to be distributed internationally by NBC Enterprises for $7.5 million.[50] In 1974, NBC produced its next big hit Little House on the Prairie.

In the 1980s, NBC produced Punky Brewster, which was popular among viewers. NBC's production output was primarily on television movies and miniseries. NBC's other television series output were Sara and Roomies; both of them were unsuccessful. In 1985, Michael Filerman through his Michael Filerman Productions company signed a deal with NBC Productions to develop long-form telemovies and miniseries, as well as television series.[51] In the late 1980s, NBC Productions attempted to enter the film business, but it was proven unsuccessful, after the failure of the film Codename: Emerald. In 1987, NBC Productions provided funding for a feature film that starred Cassandra Peterson as her Elvira character, which raised $5–6 million by NBC to fund the film.[52] In 1988, NBC started a deal with Peter Engel that resulted in the creation of Good Morning, Miss Bliss and eventually producing a number of teen shows.[53]

In early 1990, NBC had struck a development deal with musician/producer Quincy Jones and his Quincy Jones Entertainment company. Also the same year, NBC signed a deal with Jay Tarses for his production company.[54] By 1990, NBC returned to producing hit programs with the sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, which starred Will Smith, in one of his first television roles. Also that same year, NBC Productions partnered with Group W Productions to develop a syndicated program House Party.[55] In 1991, NBC produced another syndicated show, this time, out of the WMAQ-TV studios, Johnny B...On the Loose, in partnership with Viacom Enterprises.[56]

In 1993, Perry Simon left NBC to start his own production company with a non-exclusive production agreement.[57] In 1995, NBC launched a partnership with television director James Burrows to create 3 Sisters Entertainment, who produced series for the network.[58] Out of these five, the most successful out of the venture were Will & Grace and Caroline in the City (co-produced and owned by CBS Productions). Later that year, NBC Productions was however folded into NBC's entertainment division.[59]

In 1996, the company was renamed NBC Studios. The company had returned to producing hit programs like The Pretender, Profiler, Providence, Ed, Las Vegas and Crossing Jordan. In 1997, NBC Studios, Paramount Pictures, and Saturday Night Live creator and producer Lorne Michaels launched a joint venture named SNL Studios, which would produce future episodes of Saturday Night Live in association with Broadway Video (also owned by Michaels), as well as movies featuring Saturday Night Live sketch characters.[60]

In 2004, NBC Studios was merged with Universal Network Television and USA Cable Entertainment to form NBC Universal Television Studio.[61]

Paramount Global's CBS Studios subsidiary CBS Media Ventures, through Spelling Television, currently distributes most of NBC's pre-1973 series, with the exception of non-public domain episodes of Howdy Doody and several episodes of the game show You Bet Your Life by Buddy Hackett and non-public domain episodes by Groucho Marx, which are owned by NBCUniversal; many other NBC-produced programs from before 1973 are in the public domain. Most NBC programs post-1973 are distributed by NBCUniversal Syndication Studios in the United States and MGM Worldwide Television Distribution outside of the United States.

2004–present

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NBC Universal Television Studio was formed in 2004 from NBC Studios and Universal Network Television after NBC and Universal merged.[61] On June 14, 2007, Universal Media Studios (UMS) became its successor as the unit would be also developing entertainment for the web.[62][63] On September 12, 2011, it was changed back to simply Universal Television and a new logo was introduced.[64]

On July 21, 2009, Universal Cable Productions was split off from UMS and placed into NBCUniversal Cable Entertainment Group division.[65] In October 2019, Universal Television was transferred from NBC Entertainment to NBCUniversal Content Studios.[66]

Universal Television Alternative Studio

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Universal Television Alternative Studio
Company typeDivision
FoundedJune 2016; 9 years ago (2016-06)
ParentUniversal Television (2016–2020)
Universal Studio Group (2020–present)
DivisionsUniversal Television Alternative Studio UK

Universal Television Alternative Studio (Universal Television Alternative according to the company's logo) is an American television production company launched by Universal Television in June 2016. The unit reports to Universal Studio Group chairman Pearlena Igbokwe.[67]

The studio was founded in June 2016 under president Meredith Ahr.[68] In July 2016, the studio's first program, World of Dance, was announced by NBC.[69] The studio sold its first show to another channel (In Search Of... to History).[70]

The studio, as did Universal TV, signed a first-look agreement with Chelsea Handler in March 2018.[71] Both production units signed that same year in August an overall agreement with Eddie Schmidt.[72]

In November 2018, Ahr became president of alternative and reality group, NBC Entertainment.[73] Ahr was replaced as the studio's president in August 2019 by Toby Gorman, last the interim CEO of Magical Elves.[74] From Endemol Shine North America, Georgie Hurford-Jones was hired in December 2019 as executive vice president of current programming.[75]

Mario Lopez moved from hosting Extra to NBCUniversal's Access Hollywood in July 2019 with production deal with Universal TV and Universal TV Alternative Studio. His first project, Menudo, an hour-long competition show, under the deal was announced to be in development in April 2020.[76]

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Universal Television is an American television production studio and a division of Universal Studio Group within , a of Corporation. It ranks as one of the largest and most successful television production companies in the United States, specializing in scripted dramas, comedies, and unscripted content for broadcast networks, cable channels, and streaming platforms. The studio's roots in television production date to the mid-20th century, with Universal entering the medium through early collaborations with starting in 1950. A pivotal early achievement came in , when Universal Television produced 's first made-for-television movie, See How They Run. The company's structure evolved significantly in 2004 with the merger of and Universal's entertainment assets to form , integrating Universal Television into the new entity's production divisions. Subsequent reorganizations included a 2007 rebranding to Universal Media Studios and a return to the Universal Television name in 2011, reflecting its role as the flagship studio under Universal Studio Group alongside siblings like Universal Content Productions and Universal Television Alternative Studio. Universal Television contributes to Universal Studio Group's output of over 3,000 hours of programming annually, airing or streaming globally, and helps maintain one of the industry's largest television libraries. It has built a reputation for enduring franchises, including the Law & Order series through a nearly 40-year partnership with creator as of 2023. Other flagship properties include the One Chicago universe—encompassing , Chicago Fire, and Chicago P.D.—with marking 200 episodes in 2025 after over a decade of production investment in . The studio has also garnered critical acclaim and awards for contemporary hits like Hacks and .

History

Origins: Revue Studios and Early Productions (1940s–1962)

Productions was established in 1943 by the Music Corporation of America (MCA) as a subsidiary focused on producing live radio programs and events, including broadcasts for U.S. troops during , such as the "Stage Door Canteen" series. Initially, the company operated independently from but leveraged MCA's talent agency connections to secure high-profile clients for audio content. By the late , as television emerged, began transitioning toward filmed productions, receiving a pivotal waiver from the in 1952 that allowed MCA to represent talent while producing TV content, marking its formal entry into the medium. This shift positioned as a key player in adapting radio formats to visual storytelling, capitalizing on MCA's control over stars like to bridge the two eras. Revue's early television successes included adaptations of popular radio shows, such as The Jack Benny Program (1950–1965), which transitioned seamlessly from audio sketches to filmed episodes featuring Benny's signature comedic style and ensemble cast. Produced at MCA's facilities and later at the acquired Universal backlot, the series utilized efficient single-camera techniques and standing sets to maintain the intimacy of radio while incorporating visual gags, contributing to its longevity across CBS and NBC. Another landmark was Leave It to Beaver (1957–1963), an original sitcom created by Joe Connelly and Bob Mosher that depicted idealized suburban family life, filmed primarily on Universal's expansive backlot starting in 1958 after MCA purchased the 360-acre property for $11.5 million and renamed it Revue Studios. This backlot, with its colonial-style houses and versatile outdoor spaces, enabled cost-effective location shooting that enhanced the show's relatable domestic scenes, avoiding the expense of on-location filming common in earlier TV efforts. As television demand grew in the late 1950s, Revue expanded its output to include Westerns like (1957–1965), which exemplified the studio's prowess in producing hour-long dramas using the backlot's rugged terrains for authentic visuals. These productions highlighted Revue's innovative use of Universal's post-1958 acquisition, blending economical studio-bound filming with practical effects to meet network schedules. By the early 1960s, Revue had solidified Universal's (via MCA) foothold in TV, producing over 100 series and specials that emphasized character-driven narratives over spectacle. In 1962, following MCA's full acquisition of Universal Pictures from Decca Records, Revue Productions was integrated into the parent company, with its operations reorganized under Universal City Studios and the production arm renamed Universal Television by 1963. This merger formalized Universal's dedicated television division, building on Revue's foundational radio-to-TV adaptations and original content to propel further expansion.

Original Universal Television and Expansion (1962–1996)

Universal Television was established in 1962 as a division of Universal City Studios following Music Corporation of America (MCA)'s acquisition of Decca Records, which owned Universal Pictures, thereby integrating film and television operations under MCA's control. This restructuring renamed Revue Studios—Universal's longstanding television production arm—to Universal Television, enabling a focused expansion into broadcast programming. One of its inaugural successes was the wheel series The Virginian, a Western drama that aired on NBC from 1962 to 1971, marking the division's entry into long-form episodic television with episodes averaging 75 minutes, including commercials. The division pioneered the made-for-television movie format with See How They Run, a 1964 NBC thriller starring that aired as the first feature-length original production specifically for broadcast, setting a precedent for economical long-form content outside theatrical release. Building on this innovation, Universal Television expanded into primetime dramas during the 1970s and 1980s, producing acclaimed series such as The Rockford Files (1974–1980), a detective show starring that blended humor and procedural elements for , and Miami Vice (1984–1990), an MTV-influenced crime drama created by Anthony Yerkovich and executive produced by , known for its stylistic visuals and synth-driven soundtrack. Under MCA's ownership, Universal Television pursued operational expansions, including the formation of syndication arms like MCA TV in the , which facilitated international distribution deals and positioned the company as a leader in global content sales by the early . These efforts diversified streams beyond network broadcasts, with shows like The Virginian and later hits achieving widespread syndication in and , contributing to MCA's growth in the entertainment sector. In the 1980s and , Universal Television faced challenges from industry shifts, including the rise of and deregulation via the 1984 Cable Communications Policy Act, which fragmented audiences and pressured traditional network production models. Internal restructurings, such as the 1988 creation of MCA Television Entertainment as a with MCA TV, aimed to streamline operations and adapt to syndication demands, yet the division sustained robust output, producing over 100 series across genres like drama, comedy, and action during this era.

Mergers, Acquisitions, and Name Changes (1996–2003)

In 1996, following Seagram Co. Ltd.'s acquisition of an 80% stake in MCA Inc. the previous year, MCA was reincorporated and renamed Universal Studios Inc., aligning its branding across divisions including television. The television arm, previously operating as MCA Television, was accordingly renamed Universal Television Enterprises to reflect the corporate rebranding, while maintaining ongoing production responsibilities for established series such as the early seasons of Law & Order. This period marked initial consolidation efforts under Seagram's ownership, focusing on streamlining operations amid the broader media landscape shifts. By 1997, financial pressures at prompted a major divestiture, with Universal selling its core television production and distribution assets—along with the and Sci-Fi Channel—to Barry Diller's Inc. (rebranded as USA Networks Inc.) for approximately $4.1 billion in cash and stock. This transaction, structured to include a 45% retained stake for Universal, effectively transferred domestic TV operations to the new entity, which was renamed Studios USA Television in 1998. Under Diller's leadership, Studios USA emphasized syndication and cable programming, navigating a transitional phase of adjustment and cost management through 2000. In 1998, Seagram expanded Universal's portfolio through its $10.4 billion acquisition of Holdings NV, integrating the Dutch entertainment conglomerate's assets despite offloading much of PolyGram Filmed Entertainment's film library to . Television, which included libraries from subsidiaries like Television, was folded into Universal's Television and Networks Group under chairman Blair Westlake, reestablishing a stronger domestic syndication presence and renamed Universal Network Television. This integration also incorporated select holdings such as the library, enhancing Universal's content catalog for global distribution amid the late-1990s wave of media consolidations. The landscape shifted again in 2000 when SA acquired , forming Vivendi Universal and absorbing Universal Studios into a transatlantic media powerhouse valued at over $80 billion. In December 2001, Vivendi Universal further consolidated by acquiring USA Networks' entertainment assets—including Studios USA Television, the , and related cable channels—for about $10.3 billion in stock and assumed debt, reuniting the divested TV operations under a single entity. The production and syndication units transitioned to USA Cable Entertainment in early 2002, focusing on financial restructuring, cost synergies, and cable-oriented content distribution through 2003, as Vivendi navigated mounting debt and operational challenges. This era of rapid mergers underscored the volatility of television production amid global media integrations.

Revival as NBC Universal Television Studio (2004–2011)

In May 2004, following General Electric's NBC acquisition of Vivendi Universal's entertainment assets—including the USA Network—NBC Universal Television Studio was formed by merging NBC Studios, Universal Network Television, and USA Cable Entertainment. This consolidation revived Universal Television's production capabilities under NBC ownership, combining in-house NBC production with Universal's established scripted and cable programming arms to streamline content creation for broadcast and cable outlets. The new studio quickly ramped up development, focusing on high-profile series to leverage the synergies between NBC's broadcast network and Universal's film and television resources. By 2007, the studio underwent a to Universal Media Studios, a change intended to highlight its expanded role in producing content for both traditional television and emerging digital platforms. This shift aligned with NBCUniversal's growing emphasis on multi-platform distribution, including web-based entertainment, amid the rise of online video consumption. Notable productions during this period included the drama Heroes (2006–2010), which aired on and exemplified the studio's ability to create event-style programming that integrated serialized storytelling with broad audience appeal. Universal Media Studios became a core component of NBCUniversal's content studios division, fostering close collaboration with the broadcast network to ensure a pipeline of that enhanced cross-promotional opportunities across , cable, and early digital channels. Under leadership such as Jeff Gaspin, who served as Chairman of NBC Universal Television Entertainment from 2009 to 2011, the studio navigated the transition toward diversified distribution models, overseeing hits like Heroes while adapting to the evolving media landscape. This era marked a resurgence in production output, with the studio contributing significantly to 's primetime lineup and laying groundwork for integrated content strategies.

Modern Era and Recent Restructuring (2011–present)

In 2011, Universal Media Studios reverted to its original name, Universal Television, on , marking a return to its historic branding while emphasizing a renewed focus on producing high-quality television content amid the evolving media landscape. This rebranding coincided with strategic adaptations to the streaming era, as Universal Television expanded its portfolio to include serialized dramas that thrived on both traditional broadcast and emerging digital platforms. A prime example is the critically acclaimed series (2016–2022), which explored multigenerational family dynamics and became a cornerstone of NBC's lineup, earning multiple and exemplifying the studio's shift toward emotionally resonant, binge-worthy storytelling suitable for streaming consumption. By 2019, Universal Television was transferred to the newly formed NBCUniversal Content Studios, a move designed to streamline operations and foster deeper integration with NBCUniversal's burgeoning streaming service, Peacock. This restructuring placed Universal Television alongside under Hammer's leadership, enabling more cohesive content development across linear TV and on-demand platforms, with Peacock benefiting from exclusive originals and library titles produced by the studio. The integration enhanced cross-promotion opportunities, as Universal Television's output increasingly supported Peacock's launch in 2020 by providing a mix of legacy hits and new series tailored for ad-supported streaming models. In January 2025, underwent a significant reorganization under the oversight of , chairman of Entertainment & Studios, and Matt Strauss, chairman of , culminating in the creation of the Universal Television Entertainment Group. Announced on January 23, this new entity consolidated scripted, unscripted, and lifestyle programming from Universal Television, Entertainment, Bravo, and Peacock into a unified structure led by executives including Pearlena Igbokwe and Frances Berwick, aimed at optimizing content creation ahead of planned cable network spinoffs. The restructuring sought to enhance efficiency in a fragmented media environment, allowing for more agile production of multiplatform content that spans broadcast, cable, and streaming. Following the 2025 restructuring, Universal Television Entertainment Group achieved notable performance milestones, including chart-topping quarters in cross-platform content delivery during the year. For instance, in the second quarter of 2025 (April–June), the group reported record-breaking viewership across , Peacock, and Bravo, with No. 1 rankings in key demographic metrics for its programming slate. In September 2025, it earned 20 . As of November 2025, the group continued to drive production, with announcing its midseason lineup on November 12, including new series such as The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins produced by Universal Television; earlier in October, the division experienced minor layoffs of fewer than 20 roles amid ongoing adjustments.

Corporate Structure

Ownership and Organizational Placement

Universal Television operates as a division of Universal Studio Group, which falls under the broader umbrella of , a wholly owned of Corporation since Comcast acquired full control in 2011. This hierarchical structure positions Universal Television within Comcast's expansive media and entertainment portfolio, leveraging the parent company's resources in content production, distribution, and technology infrastructure. In 2025, Universal Television was integrated into the newly established Universal Television Entertainment Group (UTEG), a centralized entity designed to oversee entertainment content development and delivery across NBC broadcast, the Peacock streaming service, and syndication markets. The UTEG consolidates Universal Television's scripted and unscripted production arms with NBC Entertainment and Peacock programming teams, fostering streamlined operations for multi-platform content strategy. Post-2025 strategic shifts have emphasized amid Comcast's planned spinoff of its cable networks into an independent entity named Versant Media Group, announced in November 2024. This restructuring allows to focus on owned-and-operated assets, enhancing synergies between production and distribution for both scripted series like Law & Order and unscripted formats, while reducing reliance on declining linear cable revenues. Universal Television's revenue model primarily relies on licensing agreements, including deals with external platforms such as Netflix and Hulu, where its series often achieve top rankings— for instance, The Waterfront led Netflix charts in mid-2025. These arrangements supplement internal distribution through Peacock and NBC, providing diversified income streams from global streaming windows and international syndication.

Leadership and Key Executives

Pearlena Igbokwe serves as Chairman of Television Studios, NBC Entertainment, and Peacock Scripted, overseeing the development and production of scripted content across , NBC's primetime programming, late-night shows, live events, specials, and Peacock's original scripted series following the January 2025 restructuring of 's entertainment divisions. In this expanded role, Igbokwe leads the Universal Studio Group, which includes as its flagship studio, and reports to , Chairman of Entertainment and Studios. She has held leadership positions at since 2016, initially as President before her promotion to Chairman of Universal Studio Group in 2020. Erin Underhill is President of Universal Television, managing day-to-day creative affairs, casting, production, and business operations for the studio's extensive slate of scripted and unscripted programming, reporting directly to Igbokwe. Appointed to the role in November 2020, Underhill has driven key initiatives, including innovative talent deal structures and the studio's output of hit series like Law & Order and Hacks. Frances Berwick holds the position of Chairman of Bravo and Peacock Unscripted within the Universal Television Entertainment Group, responsible for programming, formats, first-run syndication, and content across NBCUniversal's television and streaming platforms, including shows like and Love Island. Berwick's oversight extends to the unscripted divisions previously under Universal Television Alternative Studio, integrating them into a cohesive strategy post-2025 reorganization. Liz Jenkins serves as for Entertainment and Studios, focusing on content strategy, television acquisitions, and overall business operations to support greenlighting and distribution decisions for Universal Television's portfolio. In her role, expanded by the 2025 restructuring, Jenkins collaborates closely with the creative leadership to align commercial goals with programming development. Jenny Storms is for Television and Streaming, directing brand strategy, integrated marketing campaigns, media planning, and consumer engagement efforts to promote Universal Television's content across platforms. Promoted to this position in January 2025, Storms emphasizes cross-platform promotion and audience growth for both scripted and unscripted offerings. The leadership of Universal Television has evolved significantly since its revival in the early 2000s, with key transitions including Bela Bajaria's tenure as President from 2015 to 2016, marking a period of studio revitalization before her departure to , followed by Igbokwe's long-term stewardship that has positioned the division as a major supplier of premium content. This progression reflects broader shifts toward integrated streaming and broadcast operations.

Divisions and Subsidiaries

Universal Television Alternative Studio

Universal Television Alternative Studio was established in June 2016 as a dedicated division of Universal Television to focus on and alternative programming. Under the leadership of its inaugural president, Meredith Ahr, the studio aimed to develop reality, competition, and docuseries formats for NBC and other networks, marking NBCUniversal's push into expanded production. The studio's first announced project, , premiered in 2017 and ran for four seasons until 2020, featuring dancers competing for a $1 million prize and showcasing diverse global styles. Another key success, Making It, launched in 2018 and has continued through multiple seasons, blending crafting competitions with hosted segments by and . Key executives like John Pollak, who joined as EVP of Commercial Development in 2018, played a pivotal role in overseeing domestic sales and syndication for the studio's output, facilitating distribution beyond . Leadership transitioned to Toby Gorman as president in 2019, emphasizing innovative formats that could be adapted internationally. The studio has pioneered hybrid approaches, such as blending documentary elements with competitive structures in series like In Search Of, to create engaging, narrative-driven content. Operating from NBCUniversal's production facilities in , the studio leverages advanced soundstages and post-production resources to support large-scale reality shoots and format development. In January 2025, Universal Television Alternative Studio was integrated into the newly formed Universal Television Entertainment Group, a that consolidates unscripted operations with broader divisions under co-leaders including Liz Jenkins as Chief Business Officer. This move, part of NBCUniversal's pre-spinoff preparations, expands the studio's scope to include lifestyle content, enhancing its portfolio with programming that merges everyday expertise and aspirational themes. Jenkins oversees strategy and operations across the group, positioning the studio to innovate in hybrid unscripted-scripted formats while maintaining its core focus on high-impact and competition series. SNL Studios, founded in 1997 as a joint venture between Saturday Night Live creator Lorne Michaels and NBC Studios (a predecessor to Universal Television), serves as the primary production entity for the long-running sketch comedy series Saturday Night Live, which premiered on October 11, 1975, and has since expanded into digital platforms with viral content and extensions reaching millions weekly. As part of Universal Television's operations under NBCUniversal, SNL Studios oversees the show's live broadcasts from NBC's Studio 8H in Rockefeller Center, New York City, and collaborates with Broadway Video on production elements, maintaining the program's legacy of topical humor and Emmy-winning sketches. EMKA, Ltd., established in 1957 by Music Corporation of America (MCA), one of NBCUniversal's predecessors, functions as an in-name-only division owned by , with the primary role of managing and licensing the 1929–1949 sound feature film library for television syndication, releases, and potential remakes. This archival stewardship ensures the preservation and commercial exploitation of classic titles, including early films from the Paramount holdings, integrating them into 's broader content distribution strategy without active production involvement. Open 4 Business Productions, a specialized production arm of Universal Television active since around 2009, operates as a joint venture-like entity focused on international co-productions and scripted series with global appeal, appearing in copyrights for notable programs such as , Chicago Fire, and . This label supports Universal Television's expansion into cross-border content creation, enabling collaborative development of high-profile dramas and comedies that leverage international markets while aligning with the parent company's syndication and streaming objectives. Universal Television also integrates with broader arms of Universal Studio Group through key partnerships, exemplified by Wolf Entertainment, an independent production company founded in 1988 by Dick Wolf that specializes in procedural dramas and maintains an overall deal with Universal Television extended through 2027. This collaboration has yielded enduring franchises like Law & Order: Special Victims Unit and the Chicago series, where Wolf Entertainment provides creative oversight and production in association with Universal Television, emphasizing stories centered on justice systems and victim advocacy.

Productions

Notable Scripted Series

Universal Television has produced several iconic scripted franchises that have shaped television history, most notably the "" series, which premiered in 1990 and remains active today, with the franchise encompassing over 1,200 episodes across its original run and numerous spin-offs such as ": Special Victims Unit" and ": Organized Crime," developed in partnership with . The series' procedural format, blending police investigation and courtroom drama, has influenced countless crime shows and earned the franchise multiple , including six for the original "" in categories like Outstanding Drama Series and Outstanding Guest Actress. Its enduring popularity has also driven substantial industry impact, with syndication deals contributing to billions in revenue for , highlighted by high-value streaming rights agreements exceeding hundreds of millions of dollars. In more recent years, Universal Television has delivered diverse modern hits that span genres, including the workplace comedy "," which aired from 2013 to 2021 and followed the antics of a quirky New York police precinct, earning critical acclaim for its humor and representation. Complementing this, the "," running from 2018 to 2023, depicted a reform-minded doctor's efforts to overhaul New York's oldest , resonating with audiences through its exploration of healthcare challenges and systemic issues. These series exemplify Universal Television's versatility in producing character-driven narratives that balance entertainment with social relevance. Other flagship properties include the One Chicago universe—encompassing , Chicago Fire, and Chicago P.D.—which as of 2025 has produced over 1,000 episodes collectively. The studio has also produced acclaimed series like Hacks (2021–present) on HBO Max and (2019–2024) on . Earlier innovations underscore Universal Television's pioneering role in scripted formats, such as the introduction of the wheel system in "The Name of the Game," a 1968-1971 that rotated different investigative journalists in a , allowing for flexible storytelling and high production values under one umbrella title. Building on this experimental spirit, the 1980s brought "," which aired from 1984 to 1989 and revolutionized crime drama with its neon-noir aesthetic—featuring vibrant visuals, synth-driven soundtracks, and stylish undercover operations—paving the way for visually bold television that integrated filmic techniques into episodic series.

Unscripted and Alternative Programming

Universal Television's involvement in unscripted programming traces its roots to the early days of television production through Revue Studios, relaunched by MCA in 1950 as the company's dedicated TV subsidiary, which laid the groundwork for diverse formats including early variety and competition-style content aired on . This foundation evolved over decades, culminating in the formal establishment of the unscripted division with the launch of Universal Television Alternative Studio (UTAS) in June 2016, aimed at developing and producing reality competitions, game shows, and alternative formats for broadcast and streaming platforms. Under initial leadership of Meredith Ahr, the studio quickly expanded, with its debut project announced in July 2016 for , marking a shift toward high-profile talent-driven reality series. UTAS has since become a key producer of alternative programming, focusing on competition formats that blend entertainment with real-world stakes. Notable examples include the game show , a quiz-based competition hosted by that debuted on in 2016 and has aired multiple seasons, emphasizing strategic gameplay and large cash prizes. Other successes encompass crafting and music competitions like Making It (2018–2021), a feel-good DIY series co-hosted by and , and (2019), which showcased aspiring songwriters pitching to music stars for potential hits. In the docuseries realm, UTAS contributed to In Search Of... (2018), a revival of the classic investigative series exploring mysteries and unexplained phenomena for the , highlighting the studio's versatility in factual storytelling. The studio's output has grown significantly in recent years leading up to 2025, integrating lifestyle-oriented unscripted content within the broader Universal Television Entertainment Group, with formats adapted for international markets and distributed to over 100 countries through NBCUniversal's global networks. This expansion includes ongoing series like (2021–present), a musical hosted by that draws from celebrity culture and has spawned international versions, underscoring UTAS's role in exporting accessible, high-energy programming. As of 2025, the division contributes to a robust slate of unscripted series across platforms, reflecting sustained investment in diverse genres from docuseries to celebrity-driven challenges. Innovations in production have been pivotal, particularly during the , where UTAS adapted remote filming technologies to maintain continuity for shows like World of Dance and , utilizing virtual auditions, low-latency streaming for live feedback, and reduced on-set crews to comply with health protocols while preserving production quality. These advancements, including enhanced remote transmission for performer evaluations, not only ensured timely releases but also influenced post-pandemic workflows, enabling hybrid formats that reduce travel and boost efficiency in global adaptations. Such adaptations have solidified UTAS's position as a leader in resilient, viewer-engaging content that occasionally intersects with scripted elements for cross-promotional appeal.

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