13th Street Universal to launch on Cyfrowy Polsat

Universal Networks International’s 13^th Street Universal is to launch on the Cyfrowy Polsat pay TV platform in Poland at the beginning of April.

According to UNI, the launch of 13^th Street will complement its existing portfolio of channels on Cyfrowy Polsat, including Universal Channel, Universal HD, Scifi Universal and E! Entertainment Television.

13^th Street Universal’s launch will be supported by the Polish premiere of Psycho prequel show Bates Motel, acquired from NBC Universal International Television Distribution.

“The launch of 13^th Street Universal on Cyfrowy Polsat underscores UNI’s commitment to the channel in Poland,” said Tariq Syed, managing director, central Europe, Universal Networks International. “We are delighted to deliver Polish viewers thrilling crime and suspense content including the premiere of Bates Motel – only a few weeks after its US debut.”