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Greengrass Productions, Inc.
Company typeSubsidiary
IndustryTelevision production
Founded1996; 30 years ago (1996)
Headquarters
United States
ParentABC Entertainment (Disney Entertainment Television)

The American Broadcasting Company has launched multiple production firms since its inception in 1943, undergoing ownership changes and currently functioning under the umbrella of the Walt Disney Company. Between 1953 and 1971, ABC Film Syndication, also known as ABC Films, served as its syndication division until the FCC's Financial Interest and Syndication Rules (fin-syn rules) prompted its divestiture and subsequent rebranding as Worldvision Enterprises. At present, ABC's chief production division is 20th Television.

Entities created under Capital Cities/ABC Video Enterprises and Capital Cities/ABC Video Productions were consolidated into ABC Cable and International Broadcast Group, which was renamed Disney Media Distribution in 2011. Following Disney's merger in 2020, this unit now operates as Disney Platform Distribution. Additional subsidiaries include Ultra Entertainment, the Hemisphere Group, and DIC Entertainment.

Greengrass Productions

Greengrass Productions, Inc. operates as a production company within ABC Entertainment, itself a segment of Disney Entertainment Television.

Established in California on , Greengrass weathered the 1996 merger of Capital Cities/ABC with Disney, an event that led to the closure of ABC Productions but preserved select boutique units like Greengrass. It was subsequently integrated into ABC Entertainment to maintain its content production activities.

Filmography

Television series
Title Years Co-production with Notes
Police File 1992 Skyvision Entertainment, Grosso-Jacobson Entertainment Unaired pilot; joint production
Wild West C.O.W.-Boys of Moo Mesa 1992–1993 King World Productions, Gunther-Wahl Productions (Season 1), Ruby-Spears Enterprises (Season 2), Flextech, Mini Mountain Productions Currently held by WildBrain
Wild Palms May 16–19, 1993 Television miniseries
Street Match 1993 Goldin-Sachs Entertainment Group
Bump in the Night 1994–1995 Danger Productions Owned by WildBrain
On Our Own 1994–1995 Lightkeeper Productions, de Passe Entertainment, Miller-Boyett Productions, Warner Bros. Television
A Whole New Ballgame 1995 Bungalow 78 Productions, Universal Television
Extreme 1995 Alan Barnette Productions, Universal Television
Hypernauts 1996 DIC Entertainment Owned by WildBrain
Champions of Magic 1996–1999 Three special episodes
Over the Top 1997 Katlin/Bernstein Productions, Panamort Television, Columbia TriStar Television
The Best Commercials You've Never Seen (And Some You Have) 1998–2002 Seven special presentations
Storm of the Century February 14–18, 1999 Television miniseries
Extreme Makeover 2002–2007 Lighthearted Entertainment
Extreme Makeover: Home Edition 2003–2012
2020
Base Camp Films, Hoosick Falls Productions, Endemol USA
The Great Christmas Light Fight 2013–present Fremantle
Big Fan 2017 Smo King Baby, Banijay Studios North America
Boy Band 2017 Matador Content
Battle of the Network Stars 2017 El Dorado Pictures
Child Support 2018 Banijay Studios North America
Castaways 2018 Nomad Entertainment
The Alec Baldwin Show 2018 El Dorado Pictures
Holey Moley 2019–2022 Unanimous Media, Eureka Productions
Encore! 2019–20 Olive Bridge Entertainment, Leading Laidy, Jason Cohen Productions
Don't 2020 Maximum Effort, Banijay Studios North America
Emergency Call 2020–2021 8HOURS Television
The Chase 2021–present ITV Entertainment
Pooch Perfect 2021
The Ultimate Surfer 2021 Pilgrim Media Group, WSL Studios
Judge Steve Harvey 2022–present East 112, Den of Thieves
Who Do You Believe? 2022 All3Media America, Lime Pictures
The Final Straw 2022 Walt Disney Television Alternative, Omaha Productions, B17 Entertainment
Claim to Fame 2022–present Walt Disney Television Alternative, Kinetic Content
Generation Gap 2022–present Kimmelot, Milojo Productions, MGM Television
Films and specials
Title Date Co-production with


Lincoln Square Productions

Lincoln Square Productions, LLC (LSP) operates as a television production branch under ABC News, with a focus on creating nonfiction content such as documentaries and talk shows.

History

Established as an LLC on January 8, 2003, Lincoln Square Productions specializes in nonfiction programming across multiple networks. It launched Watt's World, starring journalist Nick Watt as he delved into unique cultural communities, originally produced for the Travel Channel. In October 2014, Lincoln Square assumed control over the production of the talk show The View, transitioning it from ABC Entertainment's Times Square Studios to rejuvenate the program following a decline in viewership.

By January 2015, LSP entered a production agreement with Christine Connor's XCON, a company known for historical docudramas. That year, the company delivered four specials for A&E, including Cosby: The Women Speak. The collaboration with A&E's Lifetime channel broadened in July 2018 under the "Robin Roberts Presents" brand. In April 2019, Lincoln Square contributed to Disney+'s lineup of unscripted series with titles like Rogue Trip, which was subsequently moved to National Geographic.

Programs
  • A&E Biography: Jodie Foster (2005)
  • The Assets (ABC, 2014)
  • Ebola: Inside the Deadly Outbreak (Discovery)
  • Final Witness (ABC, 2012) – true-crime series
  • Mustang Millionaire (National Geographic)
  • NY Med (ABC)
  • Surgeon Oz (OWN, 2014–2015)
  • The View (ABC, 2014–present)
  • Barbara Walters Presents American Scandals (Investigation Discovery, 2015)
  • Next Step Realty: NYC (ABC Family, 2015) – documentary focusing on real estate services for recent graduates
  • 20/20: In an Instant (ABC, 2015–2018)
  • 9/11: As We Watched (American Heroes Channel, 2016)
  • Capturing Bin Laden (American Heroes Channel, 2016)
  • The End of America: Putin's Master Plan (History) – special under the Biography brand
  • Grace vs. Abrams (A&E, 2018–) – legal debate series featuring Nancy Grace and Dan Abrams
  • Cosby: The Women Speak (A&E special, 2015)
  • Robin Roberts Presents (Lifetime) – telefilm series accompanied by documentaries; executive produced by Robin Roberts
    • Untitled projects including a Mahalia Jackson drama and documentary
  • The Last Defense (2018) – co-produced alongside Xcon Productions and JuVee Productions
  • Reversing Roe (2018) – Netflix documentary addressing abortion rights
  • 1969 (2019)
  • Mickey: The Story of a Mouse (2022) – co-production with Tremolo Productions

Through strategic alliances and a broad slate of nonfiction projects, Lincoln Square Productions sustains its strong presence in nonfiction television production across various platforms and networks.

Valleycrest Productions

Valleycrest Productions Limited functions as a television series production arm of ABC Daytime within the ABC Entertainment Group. Incorporated on March 6, 1987, Valleycrest gained recognition by producing Who Wants to Be a Millionaire by 1999 while operating as a subsidiary of Buena Vista Television (Disney–ABC Domestic Television).

In December 2011, Disney-ABC Television Group merged its daytime and syndicated production units under Times Square Studios, which affected Valleycrest's operational structure. In 2014, production of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire was moved to the Connecticut Film Center in Stamford to take advantage of state film and television tax credits.

Filmography
Title Years Network Notes
Mike and Maty April 1994–June 1996 ABC
Win Ben Stein's Money 1997–2003 Comedy Central
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire 1999–present ABC/Syndication co-produced with Celador (1999–2007), 2waytraffic (2007–19), Embassy Row and Kimmelot (2020–present)
The Ainsley Harriott Show 2000 Syndication co-produced with Merv Griffin Entertainment and Buena Vista Television

ABC Circle 7 Productions

Established on December 15, 1983, ABC Circle 7 Productions, Inc. functioned as the programming branch of ABC Owned Stations throughout the 1980s. This entity introduced Newsbank, a news syndication service that distributed approximately 24 news stories daily to subscribing stations affiliated with ABC's five owned-and-operated (O&O) outlets.

Programming
  • Newsbank, a news syndication platform serving ABC's O&O stations

ABC Productions

ABC Productions (ABCP), created on March 21, 1989, operated as the internal production arm of the ABC Television Network Group, based in Century City. Under the leadership of President Brandon Stoddard and Executive Vice President Brian McAndrews, the division was responsible for producing television series, miniseries, and telefilms. Its primary objective was to enhance ABC’s autonomy and profitability by generating proprietary content while also marketing programs to other networks.

History

Following amendments to the Financial Interest and Syndication Rules, ABC Productions broadened ABC's operational scope beyond network broadcasting. The division developed projects for various outlets including NBC, HBO, and Lifetime, and acquired Andrew Adelson Co., securing an exclusive agreement with Adelson. By 1991, ABCP had produced numerous pilots, series, miniseries, and TV movies, debuting its first series "My Life and Times" on ABC.

During the 1994–95 television season, half of ABC's regular series lineup originated from ABC Productions. In December 1994, it forged a $200 million joint venture with DreamWorks Television to expand its production capacity. Around this time, ABCP also placed "The Boys Are Back" on CBS.

Brandon Stoddard resigned as president in June 1995. After Disney’s acquisition of Capital Cities/ABC in 1996, ABC Productions was dissolved on June 7; however, boutique units such as Victor Television Productions and Greengrass Productions remained active. Brian McAndrews oversaw the remaining production divisions until his exit in 1998. Subsequently, ABC Pictures finalized its last productions before ceasing operations.

Filmography
Title Years Network Notes
Fantasies 1990 ABC Television special
Stop at Nothing 1991 ABC TV movie
My Life and Times 1991 ABC First series produced; co-produced with Sea Change Productions
American Detective 1991 ABC Only season one; co-produced with Paul Stojanovich Productions and Orion Television Entertainment
Coconut Downs 1991 ABC Pilot episode
An American Saturday Night 1991 ABC Television special
An Inconvenient Woman 1991 ABC Miniseries; produced by Andrew Adelson Co.
To Save A Child 1991 ABC TV movie
The Commish 1991–1996 ABC Co-produced with Three-Putt Productions and Stephen J. Cannell Productions
She Woke Up 1992 ABC TV movie
Fugitive Among Us 1992 CBS TV movie
Running Delilah 1992 ABC TV movie; co-produced with Sea Change Productions
Broadway Bound 1992 ABC TV movie
Jack's Place 1992–1993 ABC
America Behind Closed Doors 1992 CBS Pilot episode
Camp Wilder 1992–1993 ABC Co-produced with Vanity Card Productions
Desperate Choices: To Save My Child 1992 ABC TV movie
The Amy Fisher Story 1993 ABC TV movie; co-produced with Andrew Adelson Company among others
Class of '96 1993 FOX Co-produced with Mandy Films
Kiss of a Killer 1993 ABC TV movie
Sirens 1993 ABC Only first season
The Circle Game 1993 ABC Pilot episode
Joe's Life 1993 ABC Co-produced with Bob Myer Productions
The Paula Poundstone Show 1993 ABC
The Only Way Out 1993 ABC TV movie
My Name Is Kate 1994 ABC TV movie
Out of Darkness 1994 ABC TV movie; co-produced with Anaid Film Productions and Andrew Adelson Co.
My So-Called Life 1994–1995 ABC Co-produced with The Bedford Falls Company
The Boys Are Back 1994–1995 CBS Co-produced with Vanity Card Productions
McKenna 1994–1995 ABC
Me and the Boys 1994–1995 ABC Co-produced with Bob Myer Productions
A Dangerous Affair 1995 ABC TV movie
She Stood Alone: The Tailhook Scandal 1995 ABC TV movie
Bringing up Jack 1995 ABC Co-produced with Katlin/Bernstein Productions
Almost Golden: The Jessica Savitch Story 1995 Lifetime TV movie
Deadly Love 1995 Lifetime TV movie
The Faculty 1995–1996 ABC Co-produced with Meredith Baxter and Thompson-Murphy Productions
Sophie And The Moonhanger 1996 Lifetime TV movie


ABC Pictures

ABC Pictures functioned as the internal television movie production branch of ABC Productions until it was dissolved in 1998. During its final phase, Didier Pietri held the position of senior vice president, managing a compact team consisting of nine staff members.

In 1997, ABC Pictures entered into a two-year agreement with producer Gary L. Pudney to develop television movies and miniseries, including the adaptation of The Picture of Dorian Gray. Later that year, the division collaborated with the C.P. Group and BIG Entertainment to create the four-hour miniseries Tom Clancy's Net Force, which premiered in 1998. After completing five concluding projects, ABC Pictures was closed as part of a broader corporate reorganization.

Selected Productions
Title Year Network Notes
Their Second Chance 1997 Lifetime
Jitters 1997 Lifetime
Convictions 1997 The Family Channel
Circle of Deceit 1998 ABC co-produced with Andrea Baynes Productions
Twice Upon a Time 1998 Lifetime co-produced with Chris/Rose Productions

ABC Circle Films

ABC Circle Films (ACF), founded in 1970 and integrated into ABC Productions by 1989, focused on producing television movies, miniseries, and series primarily for ABC. This division was established to build upon the success garnered by the "ABC Movie of the Week," delivering higher-budget prestige films typically broadcast on Sunday or Monday evenings.

From 1985 until its merger into ABC Productions, Lewis H. Erlicht served as president. ACF’s emphasis on high-quality telefilms played a crucial role in strengthening ABC’s standing in the filmed entertainment sector throughout the 1970s and 1980s.

Notable Productions
Title Year(s) Notes
No Place to Run 1972 co-produced with Spelling-Goldberg Productions
Haunts of the Very Rich 1972
Pursuit 1972
The Night Strangler 1973 co-produced with Dan Curtis Productions
The President's Plane is Missing 1973 adapted from Robert J. Serling’s novel
Reflections of Murder 1974 co-produced with Aaron Rosenberg/Charles Lederer Productions
Young Pioneers 1976
Moonlighting 1985–1989 TV series; co-produced with Picturemaker Productions
Amerika 1987 miniseries running approximately 14½ hours
War and Remembrance 1988–1989 Miniseries; co-produced with Dan Curtis Productions

ABC/Kane Productions

ABC/Kane Productions International (AKPI), a nonfiction production entity owned by Disney-ABC Television Group, achieved recognition including 13 Emmy Awards, six Genesis Awards, numerous CINE awards, accolades from film festivals, and an Academy Award nomination.

Established by Capital Cities/ABC Inc. on October 1, 1988, AKPI’s inaugural president was Dennis B. Kane. The company planned to produce five programs annually starting in 1990 for distribution on ABC and other platforms.

In 1998, ABC/Kane garnered eleven Emmy nominations for its series The Living Edens, securing five awards in news and documentary categories. In February 1999, Devillier Donegan Enterprises (DDE), part of Buena Vista International Television, assumed responsibility for AKPI’s distribution, management, and operations.

Productions
  • The Living Edens (1995–PBS)
  • ABC's World of Discovery
  • Secrets of the Internet
  • Tales of the Serengeti
  • Wildlife Tales
  • ABC Saturday Children's Special & series pilot "Crash the Curiosaurus" (January 14, 1995)

Devillier Donegan Enterprises

Devillier Donegan Enterprises (DDE), established in 1980 by Ron Devillier and Brian Donegan initially as a documentary production firm, underwent restructuring in 1994 when Capital Cities/ABC acquired a majority stake. Subsequently, Disney took ownership of DDE following its acquisition of CC/ABC.

In February 1999, DDE took over the distribution, management, and operational responsibilities of ABC/Kane Productions International. By 2001, as Disney concentrated on its film segment, DDE explored new ownership possibilities with Alliance Atlantis Communications and Granada among the interested parties. Ultimately, on March 11, 2002, DDE’s management executed a buyout of Disney/ABC’s shares. The company maintained control over ABC/Kane’s programming catalog and continued to represent ABC News Productions.

ABC News Productions

ABC News Productions (ABCNP) functions as a long-form documentary division within ABC News's Digital Media Group. The unit specializes in creating documentaries for cable networks, international outlets, and home video markets.

Founded in 1994, ABCNP was incorporated into ABC News All Media in August 2006 alongside the broader ABC News production operations.

Key productions
  • The Trial of Adolf Eichmann (PBS) – Emmy-nominated
  • Vietnam War (TLC) – an eight-hour series
  • Biography (A&E) – over 200 episodes
Regular daily programs

ABC Motion Pictures

ABC Motion Pictures operated as an ABC division from May 1979 until October 1985, producing theatrical films alongside TV movies, series, and miniseries. Its theatrical releases were distributed through 20th Century Fox. Under the leadership of president Brandon Stoddard, the division pursued a boutique production strategy designed to capitalize on multiple revenue channels such as theatrical releases, broadcast television, cable networks, and home video sales.

Formally incorporated by June 1980, ABC Motion Pictures debuted its initial slate in 1981 with films like Young Doctors in Love and anticipated projects including Silkwood featuring Meryl Streep. While titles such as The Flamingo Kid achieved moderate success, the division encountered obstacles due to intensifying competition, escalating production expenses, and a decline in network licensing agreements for theatrical films. Furthermore, distribution through major studios often resulted in less advantageous release schedules for ABC's movies.

On October 28, 1985, ABC discontinued its theatrical film production after releasing six feature films but continued to develop TV movies and series. Industry analysts estimated losses near $5 million related to theatrical operations during 1985. After the shutdown, ABC terminated its contract with Mercury Entertainment in March 1986.

Prominent theatrical releases
Title Year Notes
Young Doctors in Love 1982 financially successful
National Lampoon's Class Reunion 1982
Silkwood 1983 financially successful
The Flamingo Kid 1984 financially successful
Impulse 1984
Prizzi's Honor 1985 financially successful
SpaceCamp 1986

ABC Pictures International

ABC Pictures International, Inc. (also known as ABC Picture Holdings, Inc.; API) served as ABC's theatrical film production branch from 1965 until 1973, responsible for producing or co-producing a total of 37 movies. These films were distributed through Cinerama Releasing Corporation.

Background

Established as a division in 1965 and formally incorporated on , ABC Pictures launched its subsidiaries Palomar Pictures and Selmur Pictures to handle film production. The company’s involvement in theatrical filmmaking triggered an FCC investigation alongside an MPAA antitrust lawsuit. A significant acquisition by API was the purchase of David O. Selznick’s film collection following his death in 1965.

Although API produced 36 films with a combined budget of $75 million, generating $107 million in rentals, profitability eluded the company due to distribution expenses and interest charges, culminating in losses totaling $35 million. Only six titles achieved financial success. The economic downturn between 1969 and 1971 further strained results, ultimately leading to the division’s shutdown in early 1973.

On October 20, 1977, ABC Picture Holdings was renamed ABC Pictures International, Inc., before being officially dissolved on February 19, 1988.

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ABC Media Productions

ABC Media Productions (AMP), previously known as Buena Vista Productions (BVP), functioned as ABC Daytime's internal division dedicated to developing and producing unscripted television programming such as talk shows, game shows, and reality series. This unit created content for syndication, cable networks, and prime time slots outside the Disney corporate umbrella, notably managing the production of "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire."

AMP History

In September 2000, following the consolidation of ABC Daytime Group with Buena Vista's development team, ABC Daytime replaced Buena Vista Development with Buena Vista Productions under the leadership of president Angela Shapiro, who simultaneously served as head of ABC Daytime. After Shapiro transitioned to president of ABC Family in April 2002, Holly Jacobs took over as executive vice president at BVP.

By August 2006, BVP collaborated with Fujisankei Communications to adapt the Japanese reality-game format "Run for Money" for American audiences. In September 2008, BVP secured an exclusive first-look development agreement with Swedish producer Silverback.

In 2009, Buena Vista Productions was rebranded as ABC Media Productions. That May, AMP developed The Aisha Tyler Show, a variety talk show blending comedy with interactive social media features aimed at cable or broadcast syndication markets.

Programs

American Broadcasting-Paramount Theatres Pictures

Atlas Pictures Corporation, initially known as American Broadcasting-Paramount Theatres Pictures Corporation (AB-PT Pictures), functioned as the motion picture production branch of American Broadcasting-Paramount Theatres.

Established on December 30, 1956, with Irving H. Levin appointed President, AB-PT Pictures responded to a downturn in film output by creating low-budget B-movies, allocating approximately $3 million across seven projects. These films were designed to meet exhibitors' preferences for content that was "highly gimmicked and exploitable." Early negotiations for distribution took place with Republic Pictures and United Artists, with Republic ultimately securing distribution rights and providing studio facilities. The films premiered within Paramount Theater circuits before broader theatrical release.

The debut film was Beginning of the End, which premiered on June 19, 1957, alongside The Unearthly as a double feature at the B&K Roosevelt Theatre. Although the quality varied, these releases achieved commercial success. By late 1957, AB-PT planned to increase production of higher-budget A-list features, targeting five out of fifteen films with budgets ranging from $500,000 to $1 million; however, only four A-list films were completed. Additionally, AB-PT financed The Bat (1959 film).

In May 1958, Irving Levin and Harry L. Mandell purchased AB-PT Pictures and its distribution division from the parent company, subsequently renaming it Atlas Pictures Corporation.

Films

Circle Seven Productions

Circle Seven Productions served as the production division of ABC’s owned-and-operated station KGO-TV in San Francisco during the 1950s and 1960s. The company developed television content for ABC and syndicated markets, including a fitness program hosted by Jack LaLanne and a daytime talk/variety show featuring Tennessee Ernie Ford. Circle Seven operated within ABC's local station business framework.

Keep Calm and Carry On Productions

Keep Calm and Carry On Productions, Inc. is an ABC-owned entity established in 2008, recognized for producing series such as Duets and The Glass House. The company encountered litigation when CBS filed suit over The Glass House, alleging that proprietary techniques from CBS's Big Brother were utilized by former employees now working at Keep Calm. This production arm exemplifies ABC's efforts to broaden its portfolio in reality and competition programming.

Palomar Pictures International

Palomar Pictures International was a film production subsidiary under American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., founded by Edgar Scherick. Active throughout the late 1960s, Palomar was responsible for producing significant films including For Love of Ivy (1968), The Birthday Party (1968), and They Shoot Horses, Don't They? (1969). In 1969, Palomar ended its association with ABC; by 1970 Bristol-Myers had acquired majority ownership, signaling a strategic change in control. Palomar’s productions contributed substantially to ABC’s expansion into feature films during this period.

Release Date Title Notes
July 1968 For Love of Ivy
December 9, 1968 The Birthday Party Co-produced with Amicus Productions; distributed by Continental/Walter Reade Organization
December 1968 The Killing of Sister George
December 1968 Shalako
July 23, 1969 What Ever Happened to Aunt Alice?
December 1969 Ring of Bright Water
1969 They Shoot Horses, Don't They?
1969 Take the Money and Run
1969 A Touch of Love Co-produced with Amicus Productions
January 1970 Jenny
May 1970 Too Late the Hero Produced with The Associates and Aldrich
September 1970 Homer Co-produced with Cinema Center Films following separation from ABC


Selmur Productions

Selmur Productions, Inc., established in 1960 by Selig J. Seligman, functioned as the television production arm of American Broadcasting Companies, Inc. (ABC). While initially concentrating on TV programming, Selmur Pictures, Inc., also led by Seligman, shifted in 1968 from a primarily supervisory capacity to direct involvement in film production, which ultimately resulted in the dissolution of Selmur Productions.

Among the prominent television programs developed were:

Year Released Title Co-Producer
1967 Smashing Time Carlo Ponti (co-production)
1968 A Minute to Pray, A Second to Die Carlo Ponti (co-production)
1968 Candy
1968 Charly
1968 Hell in the Pacific
1967 Cop-Out
1967 The Rover
1968 Diamonds for Breakfast
1968 The High Commissioner
1969 Midas Run

This deliberate move into active film production bolstered the company's presence in the filmed entertainment sector throughout the late 1960s, complementing ABC’s wider objectives for expansion and diversification.

Victor Television Productions operated as a specialized production entity within ABC Entertainment.

After the Disney acquisition on June 7, 1996, Capital Cities/ABC discontinued its ABC Productions division but maintained ownership of boutique production firms such as Victor Television Productions, ABC/Kane Productions, DIC Entertainment, and Greengrass Productions.

Selected Filmography

See also

References