Shaftesbury

Shaftesbury is an award-winning creator and producer of original content for television, film, and digital, established in 1987 by Christina Jennings, Chairman and President. The company's current primetime slate includes 16 seasons of the international hit series Murdoch Mysteries for CBC, ITV Studios, and UKTV, and five seasons of Hudson & Rex for Citytv, available in over 120 countries worldwide. Other noteworthy projects include the acclaimed horror anthology series Slasher on Shudder and Hollywood Suite, Departure starring Emmy® Award-winner Archie Panjabi and the late Academy® Award-winner Christopher Plummer, and SisterS, a new Irish Canadian co-production by and starring Sarah Goldberg and Susan Stanley. Shaftesbury also has a growing roster of Kids & Family programming, showcasing over 150 hours of award-winning content, including popular series like Ruby and the Well for BYUtv and WildBrain/Family Channel, and digital projects such as the global phenomenon Carmilla and the queer sports comedy Slo Pitch. The company's success in creating and producing original content has positioned it as a strong player in the entertainment industry. With a wide range of acclaimed series and projects, Shaftesbury has demonstrated its ability to appeal to diverse audiences across various platforms. As the company continues to expand its reach and innovate in content creation, it presents an intriguing opportunity for potential venture capital investment in the television and digital content production space.