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American Broadcasting Company (ABC) Production Divisions
Company typeSubsidiary
IndustryTelevision production
Founded1943
Area served
United States
ProductsTelevision series, television specials, documentaries, talk shows
ParentWalt Disney Company

The American Broadcasting Company has launched several production divisions since its inception in 1943, undergoing changes in ownership and parent companies, and is currently a part of the Walt Disney Company. From 1953 until the implementation of the 1971 FCC fin-syn rules, ABC Film Syndication (ABC Films) functioned as ABC's syndication branch; following these regulations, it was sold to former executives and renamed Worldvision Enterprises. Presently, ABC's primary production unit is 20th Television.

Production entities created under Capital Cities/ABC Video Enterprises and related branches were merged into Disney Media Distribution in 2011, which has been operating as Disney Platform Distribution since 2020. Additional subsidiaries include Ultra Entertainment, the Hemisphere Group, and DIC Entertainment.

Greengrass Productions

Greengrass Productions, Inc. operates as a subsidiary within ABC Entertainment, a segment of Disney Entertainment Television. Formed in California in 1992, Greengrass continued as a specialized production company after the 1996 merger with Disney, evolving from ABC Productions to ABC Entertainment.

Filmography

Television series
Title Years Co-production with Notes
Police File 1992 Skyvision Entertainment, Grosso-Jacobson Entertainment Pilot not aired; co-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 Television, Mini Mountain Productions Currently owned 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 specials
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
The Parsley Garden (ABC Weekend Specials) March 27, 1993 White Sneakers
Rhythm and Jam: Rhythm & Rap (ABC Weekend Specials) September 18, 1993
Rhythm and Jam: Melody & Harmony (ABC Weekend Specials) September 25, 1993
Betrayed by Love January 17, 1994
Money Made Easy: The ABC Kids' Guide to Dollars and Sense (ABC Weekend Specials) April 2/9, 1994 Paley/Price Productions
The Secret Garden (ABC Weekend Specials) November 5, 1994 DIC Entertainment, Kalisto Ltd.; currently owned by WildBrain
World's Funniest Commercials November 9, 1994 Woody Fraser Enterprises
Jirimpimbira: An African Folk Tale (ABC Weekend Specials) February 25, 1995 Ruby-Spears Productions
The Secret of Lizard Woman(ABC Weekend Specials) November12,1995
'Put to the Test' April29,1996
'Sex with Cindy Crawford' September22,1998
'Tom Clancy's NetForce' February1,1999 Cates/Doty Productions
'Runaway Virus' January29,2000
'Quarantine' August5,2000
'The2000 Radio Music Awards' November4,2000 Tall Pony Productions,Radiodogs Inc.
'Victoria's Secret Fashion Show2001' November15,2001
'Challenge America with Erin Brockovich: Miracle in Manhattan' December21,2001
'Stephen King's Rose Red' January27,2002 Victor Television Productions, Mark Carliner Productions
'The Best TV Shows That Never Were' August16,2004
'Encore!' December10,2017
'Mickey's90th Spectacular' November4,2018 Don Mischer Productions
'Live in Front of a Studio Audience' May22 & Dec18-19 & Dec7-21 Sony Pictures Television,Kimmelot Production Company,Gary SanchezProductions etc.
'The Little Mermaid Live!' November5,2019 Done and Dusted
'The Disney Family Singalong' Volumes I & II and Holiday Singalongs Done and Dusted
'The Happy Days of Garry Marshall' May12,2020
'VOMO: Vote or Miss Out' September14,2020
'The Queen Family Singalong' November4,2021
'The Magic Maker' November25,2021
'A Very Boy Band Holiday' December6,2021
'Step Into...the Movies with Derek and Julianne Hough' March20,2022
'Norman Lear:100 Years of Music and Laughter' September22,2022
'Beauty and the Beast: A30th Celebration' December15,2022
'Schoolhouse Rock!50th Anniversary Singalong' February1,2023


Lincoln Square Productions

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

Background

Established as an LLC on January 8, 2003, Lincoln Square Productions originated from ABC News Productions. Among its creations is the series Watt's World, starring journalist Nick Watt as he explores unique subcultures, initially produced for the Travel Channel. In October 2014, LSP assumed control of the enduring talk show The View from ABC Entertainment’s Times Square Studios, aiming to boost viewership and update the show's format.

By 2015, LSP broadened its scope by entering a production partnership with Christine Connor's XCON, a company specializing in historical docudramas, resulting in four specials for A&E including Cosby: The Women Speak. The company launched the "Robin Roberts Presents" film series on Lifetime in 2018. In 2019, LSP contributed to Disney+'s lineup of unscripted content with titles like Rogue Trip, which subsequently moved to National Geographic.

Selected Productions
  • A&E Biography: Jodie Foster (2005)
  • The Assets (ABC, 2014)
  • Ebola: Inside the Deadly Outbreak (Discovery)
  • Final Witness (ABC, 2012) – true-crime documentary series
  • Mustang Millionaire (National Geographic Channel)
  • 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 and Capturing Bin Laden (American Heroes Channel, 2016)
  • The End of America: Putin's Master Plan – Biography brand special aired on History channel
  • Grace vs. Abrams (A&E, 2018–) – legal discussion series featuring Nancy Grace and Dan Abrams
  • Cosby: The Women Speak (A&E special, 2015)
  • Robin Roberts Presents (Lifetime) – telefilm series complemented by documentaries; executive produced by Robin Roberts
    • Untitled drama and documentary centered on Mahalia Jackson
  • The Last Defense (2018) – produced in collaboration with Xcon and JuVee Productions
  • Reversing Roe (2018) – Netflix documentary addressing abortion rights; co-produced alongside UnbeliEVAble Entertainment and Break Thru Films
  • 1969 (2019)
  • Mickey: The Story of a Mouse (2022) – co-produced with Tremolo Productions

Lincoln Square Productions’ varied catalog highlights its influential role in nonfiction television production across numerous networks and streaming services.

Valleycrest Productions

Valleycrest Productions Limited functions as a television series production entity within ABC Daytime, part of the ABC Entertainment Group.

Incorporated on March 6, 1987, Valleycrest became a principal producer of the game show Who Wants to Be a Millionaire by 1999, operating as a subsidiary under Buena Vista Television. By December 2011, Disney-ABC merged its daytime and syndicated production efforts into Times Square Studios.

In 2014, Valleycrest strategically shifted production of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire to the Connecticut Film Center located in Stamford to take advantage of Connecticut's tax incentives for film and television productions, improving operational cost-effectiveness.

Production Credits
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 alongside Merv Griffin Entertainment and Buena Vista Television

ABC Circle 7 Productions

During the 1980s, ABC Owned Stations operated a programming subsidiary known as ABC Circle 7 Productions, Inc. Established on December 15, 1983, this entity introduced Newsbank, a news distribution service that supplied approximately 24 news stories daily from ABC's five owned-and-operated stations to its subscribers. The subsidiary primarily aimed to maximize the reach of ABC’s news content through wider dissemination.

ABC Productions

ABC Productions (ABCP), created on March 21, 1989, functioned as the internal production arm of the ABC Television Network Group, with its headquarters located in Century City. Led by President Brandon Stoddard and Executive Vice President Brian McAndrews, ABCP developed television series, miniseries, and telefilms, employing a staff of thirteen by 1996. The division’s objective was to strengthen ABC’s business model by producing proprietary content that enhanced control and profitability while maintaining the ability to market programs to other networks.

The establishment of ABCP followed modifications to the Financial Interest and Syndication Rules, which capped network ownership of prime-time programming at 40%. This change enabled ABC to broaden its market presence and foster business expansion. Initial projects included collaborations with NBC, HBO, and Lifetime. The acquisition of Andrew Adelson Co. in 1991 further expanded its production capabilities through exclusive contracts and a varied slate of programming.

By the 1994–95 television season, ABC Productions was responsible for half of ABC's series lineup. In December 1994, a strategic joint venture was formed with DreamWorks Television, representing a substantial $200 million investment in television production. Although successful in placing shows on rival networks such as CBS, leadership changes occurred when Stoddard resigned in June 1995.

Following Disney’s acquisition of Capital Cities/ABC, ABC Productions ceased operations on June 7, 1996. However, boutique subsidiaries like Victor Television Productions and Greengrass Productions were retained to preserve specialized production functions. Brian McAndrews oversaw remaining production interests until his exit in early 1998, after which ABC Pictures completed its final projects before dissolving.

Filmography highlights
Title Years Network Notes
My Life and Times 1991 ABC Debut series; co-produced with Sea Change Productions
An Inconvenient Woman 1991 ABC Miniseries produced by Andrew Adelson Co.
The Commish 1991–1996 ABC Co-produced alongside Three-Putt and Stephen J. Cannell Productions
Jack's Place 1992–1993 ABC
My So-Called Life 1994–1995 ABC Produced in partnership with The Bedford Falls Company
The Boys Are Back 1994–1995 CBS Joint production with Vanity Card Productions
The Faculty 1995–1996 ABC Co-produced with Meredith Baxter and Thompson-Murphy Productions
Almost Golden: The Jessica Savitch Story 1995 Lifetime Television movie

ABC Pictures

ABC Pictures served as the television movie production branch within ABC Productions until its closure in 1998. Operating with a compact team of nine employees, it was led by Senior Vice President Didier Pietri. In 1997, ABC Pictures secured a two-year agreement for TV movies and miniseries with Gary L. Pudney, developing titles such as The Picture of Dorian Gray. That same year marked a collaboration with C.P. Group and BIG Entertainment to produce a four-hour miniseries adaptation of Tom Clancy's Net Force, which aired in 1998. After completing five final projects in development, the division was ultimately discontinued in 1998.

Selected Filmography
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 Produced jointly with Chris/Rose Productions

ABC Circle Films

ABC Circle Films (ACF) served as ABC's dedicated production division for television movies and series from 1970 until 1989, focusing primarily on TV films and miniseries. Created to build upon the popularity of the ABC Movie of the Week, ACF was granted larger budgets and extended running times, enabling the production of high-profile films that were broadcast on Sunday evenings and following Monday Night Football. By the 1972–73 season, the company also contributed productions to the Movie of the Week lineup.

In November 1985, Lewis H. Erlicht was named president of ABC Circle Films while concurrently holding the role of senior vice president at ABC Entertainment. As part of a corporate reorganization, ABC Circle Films was integrated into ABC Productions in 1989.

Significant Productions
Title Year(s) Notes
No Place to Run 1972 Produced in partnership with Spelling-Goldberg Productions
Haunts of the Very Rich 1972
The Night Strangler 1973 Joint production with Dan Curtis Productions
The President's Plane Is Missing 1973 Adapted from Robert J. Serling's novel
Reflections of Murder 1974 Collaborated with Aaron Rosenberg/Charles Lederer Productions
Moonlighting 1985–1989 Television series co-produced alongside Picturemaker Productions
Amerika 1987 Extensive miniseries totaling fourteen and a half hours
War and Remembrance 1988–1989 Miniseries co-produced with Dan Curtis Productions

ABC/Kane Productions

Owned by Disney-ABC Television Group, ABC/Kane Productions International (AKPI) specialized in nonfiction content and garnered numerous accolades including 13 Emmy Awards, 6 Genesis Awards, multiple CINE honors, film festival recognitions, and an Academy Award nomination.

Capital Cities/ABC Inc. established AKPI on October 1, 1988, appointing Dennis B. Kane as its inaugural president. The company’s initial plan aimed to produce five programs annually for ABC and other broadcasters starting in 1990.

In 1998, AKPI achieved a record-breaking eleven Emmy nominations for its series The Living Edens, securing five wins in news and documentary categories. In February 1999, distribution, management, and operational responsibilities for AKPI were transferred to Devillier Donegan Enterprises (DDE), a division of Buena Vista International Television.

Prominent 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 and pilot series Crash the Curiosaurus (1995)

Devillier Donegan Enterprises

Founded in 1980 by Ron Devillier and Brian Donegan as a documentary-focused production company, Devillier Donegan Enterprises (DDE) underwent restructuring in 1994 with Capital Cities/ABC acquiring majority ownership. Following Disney’s acquisition of Capital Cities/ABC, DDE became part of Disney’s portfolio.

In February 1999, DDE assumed responsibility for distribution, management, and operations of ABC/Kane Productions International. By 2001, amid Disney’s strategic emphasis on feature films, DDE explored new ownership options with potential buyers including Alliance Atlantis Communications and Granada. Ultimately, on March 11, 2002, DDE’s management completed a buyout of Disney/ABC’s shareholding, maintaining control over ABC/Kane’s content library while continuing to represent ABC News Productions.

ABC News Productions

ABC News Productions (ABCNP) operates as a documentary division within the Digital Media Group of ABC News. Since its inception in 1994, ABCNP has specialized in creating long-form documentaries distributed across cable networks, international outlets, and home video platforms. In August 2006, it was integrated into ABC News All Media alongside the broader ABC News production team.

Highlighted works
  • The Trial of Adolf Eichmann (PBS) – nominated for an Emmy
  • Vietnam War (TLC) – comprehensive 8-hour series
  • Biography (A&E) – producing over 200 episodes
Ongoing television programs

ABC Motion Pictures

ABC Motion Pictures functioned as the film production branch of ABC for theatrical and television projects from May 1979 until its closure in October 1985. Operating under American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., the division was overseen by president Brandon Stoddard and collaborated with 20th Century Fox for film distribution. Its portfolio included theatrical releases, TV movies, series, and miniseries.

Operational approach and market challenges

Created to capitalize on diverse revenue opportunities—such as theatrical releases, broadcast syndication, videocassette sales, and cable distribution—ABC Motion Pictures sought to establish a boutique-style film production entity. Nonetheless, a surge in boutique producers heightened competition and escalated production expenses. Furthermore, television networks increasingly prioritized in-house movie productions over licensed theatrical films, limiting ABC’s licensing opportunities.

The division introduced its initial film lineup in the early 1980s with titles like Young Doctors in Love (1982) and Silkwood (1983), both yielding profits. While successes like The Flamingo Kid (1984) and Prizzi's Honor (1985) followed, inconsistent box office returns and scheduling difficulties hindered sustained profitability. Consequently, by October 1985, ABC Motion Pictures discontinued theatrical film production after releasing six titles. The unit continued producing television movies and series until ending its partnership with Mercury Entertainment in March 1986.

Key theatrical films
Title Year Remarks
Young Doctors in Love 1982 Profitable
National Lampoon's Class Reunion 1982
Silkwood 1983 Profitable
The Flamingo Kid 1984 Profitable
Impulse 1984
Prizzi's Honor 1985 Profitable
SpaceCamp 1986

ABC Pictures International

ABC Pictures International, Inc. (also known as ABC Picture Holdings, Inc.; API) served as ABC's theatrical film production subsidiary between 1965 and 1973, responsible for producing or co-producing 37 feature films.[li 1] Distribution of these films was managed by Cinerama Releasing Corporation.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name

Background

Formed as a division in 1965 and formally incorporated in 1967,[1] ABC Pictures operated through production units including Palomar Pictures and Selmur Pictures.[2][3] Its venture into film production prompted regulatory scrutiny from the FCC as well as an anti-trust lawsuit filed by the MPAA.[li 1] Notably, the company acquired rights to the film library of David O. Selznick following his passing in 1965.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name

Despite a substantial slate of productions, ABC Pictures faced financial difficulties. The cumulative cost of producing 36 films reached $75 million while generating $107 million in rental revenues; however, after accounting for distribution fees and interest expenses, losses totaled $35 million.[4] Only six films achieved profitability.[4] The economic downturn during 1969–1971 further strained financial results, ultimately leading to the company's shutdown in early 1973.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name

On October 20, 1977, ABC Picture Holdings was rebranded as ABC Pictures International, Inc., which was officially dissolved on February 19, 1988.[1]

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ABC Media Productions

ABC Media Productions (AMP), previously known as Buena Vista Productions (BVP), served as the internal television development and production division within ABC Daytime. Concentrating on unscripted formats such as talk shows, game shows, and reality programming, AMP created content for syndication, cable networks, and prime time slots. Among its prominent productions was the widely recognized franchise Who Wants to Be a Millionaire. This division operated under the umbrella of ABC Daytime and was integrated within the larger Disney corporate structure.

AMP history

In September 2000, after the consolidation of ABC Daytime Group with Buena Vista’s development sector, ABC Daytime replaced Buena Vista Development with Buena Vista Productions. Angela Shapiro, who also held the position of ABC Daytime president at that time, was appointed president of BVP. By April 2002, Shapiro moved to become president of ABC Family, and Holly Jacobs took over as executive vice president of BVP.

In August 2006, BVP collaborated with Fujisankei Communications to adapt Run for Money, a Japanese reality-game show format for the U.S. market, broadening its portfolio in game show production. By September 2008, BVP had secured a first-look development agreement with Silverback, a Swedish production company, enhancing its international partnerships.

The year 2009 marked the rebranding of Buena Vista Productions to ABC Media Productions. That same year, AMP developed The Aisha Tyler Show, a variety and comedy talk series incorporating interactive social media components for distribution on cable or broadcast platforms, underscoring its commitment to innovative content approaches.

AMP maintained its competitive edge in daytime television through strategic alliances and a diverse programming slate.

Programs

American Broadcasting-Paramount Theatres Pictures

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

Established on December 30, 1956, with Irving H. Levin appointed as President, AB-PT Pictures was created in response to a downturn in film production activity. The company concentrated on producing lower-budget B-movies, initially allocating $3 million for seven films designed to satisfy exhibitors’ demand for "highly gimmicked and exploitable" features. Production took place at the Republic Pictures studio lot, with Republic handling distribution that included releases within AB-PT’s theater chain and other venues.

Their inaugural release was Beginning of the End, which debuted on June 19, 1957, paired in a double feature with The Unearthly at the B&K Roosevelt Theatre. By September 1957, AB-PT intended to venture into higher-budget A features ranging from $500,000 to $1 million; however, only four films within this category were produced. A notable project financed by AB-PT was The Bat (1959 film).

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

Selected Films

Circle Seven Productions

During the 1950s and 1960s, Circle Seven Productions functioned as the production arm of KGO-TV, ABC's San Francisco affiliate. This company created television programming for both ABC and syndicated markets, including a fitness show hosted by Jack LaLanne and a daytime talk and variety program featuring Tennessee Ernie Ford. Circle Seven was an integral part of ABC's overarching strategy to generate proprietary content through its subsidiary entities.

Keep Calm and Carry On Productions

Keep Calm and Carry On Productions, Inc. is a subsidiary formed by ABC in 2008, responsible for producing series such as Duets and The Glass House. The latter led to legal disputes initiated by CBS over alleged format infringement, underscoring the competitive nature of reality television production. This company illustrates ABC’s method of broadening its content offerings by establishing specialized production units.

Palomar Pictures International

Palomar Pictures International was a film production branch under American Broadcasting Companies, Inc., founded by Edgar Scherick, a notable figure in the industry. Active mainly from 1967 to 1970, Palomar contributed several significant films to ABC’s portfolio, aiding the company’s expansion into feature films. In 1969, Palomar severed its ties with ABC, and by 1970, Bristol-Myers had acquired a controlling interest, marking a notable shift in ownership and strategic direction.

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 alongside The Associates and Aldrich; involved ABC Pictures
September 1970 Homer Co-produced with Cinema Center Films following Palomar's separation from ABC

Palomar’s film productions played a key role in ABC’s late-1960s efforts to enter the motion picture sector, reflecting the company’s broader approach of using subsidiaries to diversify content and expand market presence. The transition to Bristol-Myers ownership symbolized a strategic realignment within the entertainment industry.

Selmur Productions

Selmur Productions, Inc. was launched in 1960 by Selig J. Seligman as ABC's television production division. Its affiliate, Selmur Pictures, Inc., also managed by Seligman, shifted from an oversight role to active film production in 1968, coinciding with Selmur Productions’ dissolution.

Among its notable television productions were series such as Combat!, Garrison's Gorillas, General Hospital, and Shindig!.

Release Date Title Co-production Partner
1967 Smashing Time Carlo Ponti
1968 A Minute to Pray, A Second to Die Carlo Ponti
1968 Candy
1968 Charly
Hell in the Pacific
Cop-Out
1967 The Rover
Diamonds for Breakfast
The High Commissioner
1969 Midas Run

Victor Television Productions operated as a boutique production company under ABC Entertainment.

Following Disney's acquisition on June 7, 1996, Capital Cities/ABC dissolved its #ABC Productions division but maintained boutique production entities including #Victor Television Productions, #ABC/Kane Productions, DIC Entertainment, and Greengrass Productions.

Filmography

See also

References


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