FXX (Canada)

FXX
FXX logo
Launched April 1, 2014
Owned by Rogers Media (66.64% and managing partner)
FX Networks (33.36%)
(8834776 Canada Inc.)
Picture format 1080i (HDTV)
480i (SDTV)
Country Canada
Broadcast area National
Headquarters Toronto, Ontario
Sister channel(s) FX
Website FXX Canada
Availability
Satellite
Bell TV Channel 1291 (HD)
Shaw Direct Channel 89 (HD)
Cable
Rogers Cable Channel 64 (SD)
Channel 566 (HD)
Shaw Cable Channel 265 (HD)
Source Cable Channel 845 (HD)
Cogeco Channel 412 (SD)
Channel 761 (HD)
Vidéotron Channel 221 (SD)
Channel 821 (HD)
IPTV
Bell Fibe TV Channel 332 (SD)
Channel 1332 (HD)
Optik TV Channel 9414 (SD)
Channel 414 (HD)
SaskTel Channel 88 (SD)
Channel 388 (HD)
Zazeen Channel 102 (HD)
VMedia Channel 282 (HD)

FXX is a Canadian English-language Category B digital cable specialty channel that is owned by Rogers Media, a division of Rogers Communications, and the FX Networks, subsidiary of 21st Century Fox.[1] Based on the U.S. cable network of the same name, FXX is devoted primarily to scripted comedies for young adults.

It launched on April 1, 2014, in standard definition and high definition.[2][3]

History

It was reported that Rogers had plans to launch a Canadian version of FXX, a younger-skewing spinoff of FX.[4] Originally scheduled for January 2014, FXX's launch was later rescheduled to April 1, 2014. As part of the launch, several shows which previously aired on FX Canada moved to FXX. In addition, a Canadian version of the FXNOW app, which allows viewers to watch shows from FX and FXX, was launched.[5] On the day of the launch, FX Canada's website was completely revamped to include program information from both FX-branded channels.

It was revealed through CRTC regulatory documents that the broadcast licence used to launch FXX was the licence originally granted for a proposed channel called Ampersand. That licence requires the channel's programming to be related to "romance, love and relationships".[6][7]

Programming

As with the Canadian version of FX, any new series produced for FXX in the U.S will air on this channel. In addition, FXX has also aired several original shows that premiered on FX in the U.S (namely Fargo, Married and You're the Worst). Other programming from the U.S version of FXX, such as Archer and shows from the former Animation Domination High-Def block, however, are notably absent. In the case of animated series, several of these shows have been acquired by Corus Entertainment for their Teletoon at Night and Adult Swim program blocks.

Current

Current as of March 2018.[8][9]

Acquired from FX Networks

Other Acquired Programming

Former

References

  1. ↑ http://www.crtc.gc.ca/ownership/eng/cht027c.pdf
  2. ↑ Rogers goes after younger audience with new FXX channel Toronto Star, January 14, 2014
  3. ↑ "Rogers Media Announces Launch of New Premium Specialty Channel FXX, April 1". Rogers Media TV Access. January 14, 2014. Retrieved March 27, 2014.
  4. ↑ "Rogers Media to Launch FXX Canada in 2014 Via FX Networks Pact". The Hollywood Reporter. May 29, 2013. Retrieved April 1, 2014.
  5. ↑ "FAQ | FX Canada | Watch Full TV Episodes Online & See TV Schedule". Fxnowcanada.ca. Retrieved May 9, 2016.
  6. ↑ List of digital Category 1 and 2 services authorized for distribution; CRTC; undated
  7. ↑ Broadcasting Decision CRTC 2011-105 CRTC February 18, 2011
  8. ↑ "Schedule | FX Canada | Watch Full TV Episodes Online & See TV Schedule". Fxnowcanada.ca. Retrieved May 9, 2016.
  9. ↑ "FXX Canada". Zap2it. Retrieved March 15, 2018.
  10. ↑ "Boundary-pushing Programming Slate Unveiled for FXX, Launching April 1". Rogers Media TV Access. March 6, 2014. Retrieved March 6, 2014.
  11. ↑ "FXX-Planning-Spring-2014-2.pdf" (PDF). Rogers Media Inc. Retrieved March 27, 2014.
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