Of the four divisions, TV enjoyed the greatest revenue jump, with a five-fold increase to $55.2 million thanks to production of telepics and one-hour series. Twenty-two episodes of “Hope Island” were delivered during the year, as were 15 of 22 episodes of “Higher Ground.”
Company reported that made-fors “King of the World” and “Final Run” were leading revenue earners on the year.
Revs generated by the motion picture division rose 89% to $99.1 million. The theatrical release of “Dogma” and homevid sales of “Red Violin” produced much of the increase. “Gods and Monsters” and “Affliction” also contributed to video revenues. “American Psycho,” which hit theaters in April, has thus far collected worldwide box office of $24 million.
Animation revenue of $24.1 million represented an increase of 62% for the year, with Lions Gate toon partner Cine-Groupe delivering 79 half-hours of programming for the year. Deliveries included 22 half-hours of “Kids From Room 402,” 19 half-hours of “Mega Babies” and 14 of “Bad Dog.” Studio facilities saw revs rise 13% to $4.7 million.
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