Nickelodeon USA Tops Cable Ratings For Fifth Straight Week With Kids And Total Viewers, Power By Networks New Generation Of Hits

Nickelodeon, the number-one entertainment brand for kids and families, has today, Tuesday 5th November 2013, announced in the following press release, from TVByTheNumbers.com, the exciting Nickelodeon News that Nickelodeon USA marked its fifth straight week as the number-one basic cable network with Kids 2-11 (2.7/880K) and total viewers (1.6M), while also continuing its 9-month streak of year-over-year ratings gains!

The network's solid weekly ratings performance was driven by Nick's winning Saturday primetime live-action block, featuring the debut of "The Thundermans" (Saturday 2nd November 2013 at 9pm, all times ET/PT). "Thundermans" won its time period with 2.6M total viewers, which represents strong double-digit gains with Kids 2-11 (4.9/1.6M, +75%) and Kids 6-11 (6.3/1.2M, +58%). A new episode of "Sam & Cat" (8pm), titled "#PeezyB", which guest starred Classic Nickelodeon Star Kel Mitchell ("All That", "Kenan & Kel", "Good Burger", "Wild Grinders".) as Peezy B, drew 3.0M total viewers and also won its time period with Kids 2-11 (5.2/1.7M, +8%) and Kids 6-11 (6.4/1.3M). The Haunted Hathaways (8:30 p.m.) drew 2.4M total viewers and won its time period with K2-11 (4.4/1.4, +22%) and Kids 6-11 (5.4/1.1M, +8%).

Overall, "SpongeBob SquarePants" ranks as the top program with Kids 2-11 (5.9/1.9M) for the week, and Nickelodeon Preschools popular CG-animated series "Paw Patrol" is the top preschool series for the third consecutive week on all TV, averaging a 6.9/877K with K2-5.

Nick at Nite's original Sunday night lineup continues to post gains: "See Dad Run" (Nov. 3 at 8p.m.) drew 1.4M total viewers and posted double-digit increases with Adults 18-49 (0.4/466K, +33%), Kids 2-11 (2.0/657K, +54%) and Kids 6-11 (2.0/402K, +25%). "Instant Mom" (8:30 p.m. ET) averaged 1.3M total viewers and posted +14% delivery gains with Adults 18-49 (0.4/449K), a +50% gain in rating among Women 18-49 (0.6/338K) and grew its ratings triple digits with Kids 2-11 (1.8/579K, +125%) and Kids 6-11 (1.9/383K, +111%).

Original Nickelodeon Press Release:

NICKELODEON TOPS CABLE FOR FIFTH STRAIGHT WEEK WITH KIDS AND TOTAL VIEWERS, POWERED BY NEW GENERATION OF HITS

Debut of The Thundermans Posts Double-Digit Gains, Wins Time Period; Sam & Cat and The Haunted Hathaways Notch Winning Performances

SpongeBob SquarePants is Week’s Overall Top Series with Kids; Paw Patrol is Number-one with All Preschool

NEW YORK – Nov. 5, 2013 – Nickelodeon marked its fifth straight week as the number-one basic cable net with Kids 2-11 (2.7/880K) and total viewers (1.6M), while also continuing its 9-month streak of year-over-year ratings gains.

The network’s solid weekly ratings performance was driven by Nick's winning Saturday primetime live-action block, featuring the debut of The Thundermans (Saturday, Nov. 2 at 9 p.m., all times ET/PT). Thundermans won its time period with 2.6M total viewers, which represents strong double-digit gains with Kids 2-11 (4.9/1.6M, +75%) and Kids 6-11 (6.3/1.2M, +58%). A new episode of Sam & Cat (8 p.m.) drew 3.0M total viewers and also won its time period with Kids 2-11 (5.2/1.7M, +8%) and Kids 6-11 (6.4/1.3M). The Haunted Hathaways (8:30 p.m.) drew 2.4M total viewers and won its time period with K2-11 (4.4/1.4, +22%) and Kids 6-11 (5.4/1.1M, +8%).

Overall, SpongeBob SquarePants ranks as the top program with Kids 2-11 (5.9/1.9M) for the week, and Paw Patrol is the top preschool series for the third consecutive week on all TV, averaging a 6.9/877K with K2-5.

Nick at Nite's original Sunday night lineup continues to post gains: See Dad Run (Nov. 3 at 8p.m.) drew 1.4M total viewers and posted double-digit increases with Adults 18-49 (0.4/466K, +33%), Kids 2-11 (2.0/657K, +54%) and Kids 6-11 (2.0/402K, +25%). Instant Mom (8:30 p.m. ET) averaged 1.3M total viewers and posted +14% delivery gains with Adults 18-49 (0.4/449K), a +50% gain in rating among Women 18-49 (0.6/338K) and grew its ratings triple digits with Kids 2-11 (1.8/579K, +125%) and Kids 6-11 (1.9/383K, +111%).

Nickelodeon, now in its 34th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books and feature films. Nickelodeon’s U.S. television network is seen in more than 100 million households and has been the number-one-rated basic cable network for 18 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NYSE: VIA, VIA.B).

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Sneak Peek Of Brand New "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" Episode "Mutagen Man Unleashed" - Introducing Casey Jones (Josh Peck)

The entertainment news website IGN UK has today, Tuesday 5th November 2013, unveiled a brand new online streaming video clip which features a exclusive sneak peek at the upcoming brand new season two episode of Nickelodeon's hit CG-animated "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" series, titled "Mutagen Man Unleashed", which introduces TMNT fan-favorite Casey Jones, voiced by Nickelodeon Star Josh Peck ("Drake & Josh", "The Amanda Show"), that Nick USA will premiere and show on Saturday 9th November 2013 at 11:00am (ET/PT)! Booyakasha!

In the special preview of the brand new "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" season 2 episode "Mutagen Man Unleashed", which you can watch below here on NickALive!, newcomer Casey Jones (Josh Peck) and April O'Neil (Mae Whitman) get confronted by Mutagen Man:

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Appy Food And Drinks Co. Launches Brand New Line Of Healthy And Interactive Kids' Fruit Juice Range Featuring Nickelodeon Stars At Poundland UK

The global food and beverage industry news website FoodBev.com is reporting the exciting Nickelodeon UK news that Appy Food & Drinks Co. has launched the beverage company's brand new Nickelodeon Juice Drink pouches line at Poundland in the UK!

Appy Food & Drinks' all-new Nickelodeon-branded Juice Drink line, the first ever UK juice range to incorporate characters from Nickelodeon properties, is currently available to buy in two flavours - "SpongeBob SquarePants" (Orange & Pineapple flavour) and "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" (Apple & Blackcurrant flavor).

Appy Food & Drinks are also planning to release a soon, partner with , and unveil more new flavours later in the year.

Additionally, the company has announced it is in plans to produce new flavors, including a "Dora the Explorer"-themed flavour (Tropical Vitamin Boost), in the range later in 2013 and will also be partnering with Entertainment One Family for a range of juice pouches inspired by the popular Nick Jr. star "Peppa Pig" in 2014.

Each juice pouch includes just 18 calories and is low in fat, saturated fat, salt and sugar. The juice pouches also contain no artificial preservatives and are the first kids drink to use the recently acclaimed natural sweetener Stevia – a zero calorie ingredient that tastes like sugar, whilst keeping the drink all green on the new incoming drinks traffic light system:

Appy Food & Drinks launches range of juice drink pouches in Poundland

Appy Food & Drinks has unveiled the first UK range of kids' juice drinks to use stevia instead of sugar, and feature Nickelodeon characters on the packaging. The pouches are available to buy from Poundland in the UK.

Appy has recently won the Best Juice Product for Kids and Best Retail Packaging Innovation awards at the World Juice Awards 2013.

It is the first ever UK juice range to incorporate Nickelodeon characters, with SpongeBob SquarePants (Orange & Pineapple) and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Apple & Blackcurrant) licences appearing on the drinks packaging.

Appy will also partner with Peppa Pig in 2014 and will reveal new flavours later in the year.

To celebrate the launch of Appy Food & Drinks' Nickelodeon Fruit Juice Drink line, the beverage company commissioned creative agency Clooci Studios, who also designed the branding for Appy's fruit juice line, to design a selection of promotional materials to promote their brand new Nick juice line, including "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" cupcakes and "Dora the Explorer" and TMNT paper toys!:

Additionally, Poundland shops in the UK are currently selling a great selection of Nickelodeon DVD's, including "Rugrats", "Clarissa Explains It All", "All Grown Up!", "Big Time Rush" ("Big Time Movie"), "Best Player", "True Jackson, VP", "The Naked Brothers Band Movie", "Fairly OddParents", "A Fairly Odd Movie - Grow Up, Timmy Turner", "Blues Clues", and "The Boy Who Cried Werewolf"!

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Nickelodeon Launches An All-New "The Legend of Korra" Avatar Line For Xbox Live Marketplace

Nickelodeon, the number-one entertainment brand for kids and families, today, Tuesday 5th November 2013, announced in the following press release, from TVbytheNumbers, the launch of a dedicated "The Legend of Korra" avatar line for Xbox Live Marketplace!

"Legend of Korra" fans and video gamers everywhere can customize their avatars with costumes, apparel and character props inspired by Nickelodeon's hit original animated series (Nicktoon), including Korra's signature outfit from the show; character bending powers and t-shirts. Developed by Michael DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, the creators of Nick's "The Legend of Korra" series, the avatars are available now in the Xbox Live Marketplace, the line features 10 downloadable items, ranging from $1.00 - $4.99. Additionally, the collection will be available on Xbox One, Microsoft's next generation video game console, in December 2013.

Nick's "The Legend of Korra" XBLM Avatar Line features Korra, Mako and Bolin costumes, Air-bending, water-bending, fire-bending and earth-bending props, and Women and Men t-shirts, hoodies and baseball caps apparel.

It is currently unknown whether Nickelodeon will be releasing the "The Legend of Korra" Xbox Live Marketplace avatar line internationally, and on other gaming networks, including the PlayStation Network (PSN).

Original Nickelodeon Press Release:

NICKELODEON LAUNCHES AN ALL-NEW THE LEGEND OF KORRA AVATAR LINE FOR XBOX LIVE MARKETPLACE

Customize Xbox avatars with Legend of Korra inspired costumes, props and apparel

New York – Nov. 5, 2013 – Nickelodeon today announced the launch of The Legend of Korra avatar line for Xbox Live Marketplace. Fans and gamers everywhere can customize their avatars with costumes, apparel and character props inspired by the hit animated series, including Korra’s signature outfit from the show; character bending powers and t-shirts. Developed by The Legend of Korra series creators Michael DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, the avatars are available now in the Xbox Live Marketplace, the line features 10 downloadable items, ranging from $1.00 - $4.99. Additionally, the collection will be available on Xbox One, next month.

"We are thrilled to release The Legend of Korra Avatar line for Xbox Live Marketplace," said Sherice Torres, Senior Vice President of Entertainment Products, Nickelodeon Consumer Products. “These avatars give fans yet another way to interact with one of their favorite properties.”

The Legend of Korra Avatar Line features:

Costumes: Korra, Mako and Bolin
Props: Air-bending, water-bending, fire-bending and earth-bending
Apparel: Women and Men t-shirts, hoodies and baseball caps

About The Legend of Korra

Launched in April 2011, the first season of The Legend of Korra was one of Nickelodeon's top animated series with tweens 9-14 across all TV and as basic cable's top kids' program with total viewers averaging 3.8 million viewers per episode. The hit series follows the new Avatar named Korra, a 17-year-old headstrong and rebellious girl who continually challenges and bucks tradition on her quest to become a fully realized Avatar in a world where benders are under attack. The Legend of Korra Book 1 voice cast features Janet Varney (Burning Love) as Korra, David Faustino (Married...with Children) as Mako, P.J. Byrne (Horrible Bosses) as Bolin, J.K. Simmons (The Closer) as Tenzin, Seychelle Gabriel (Falling Skies) as Asami Sato, Kiernan Shipka (Mad Men) as Jinora and Eva Marie Saint (Superman Returns) as Katara. The series is created and executive produced by Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko. Joaquim Dos Santos serves as co-executive producer. Become a fan of The Legend of Korra on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/legendofkorra.

About Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon, now in its 34th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books and feature films. Nickelodeon’s U.S. television network is seen in more than 100 million households and has been the number-one-rated basic cable network for 18 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIA.B). http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIA.B).

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VIMN Asia Launches MTV China, Nickelodeon And Nick Jr. Channels On TVB Network Vision In Hong Kong, China

Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) Asia, a division of Viacom Inc., has today, Monday 4th November 2013, announced the exciting Nickelodeon International news in the following press release, from casbaa.com, that they launched MTV China and local versions of Nickelodeon and Nick Jr. on TVB Network Vision through the optical-fibre networks of Hutchison Global Communications Limited! The channels went on-air on Friday 1st November 2013. This enables TVB Network Vision subscribers to access Nickelodeon China and Nick Jr. China on Channel 65 and 66 respectively, while subscribers can access MTV China on Channel 38.

Original Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) Asia Press Release:

VIMN Launches MTV China, Nickelodeon and Nick Jr. on TVB Network Vision in Hong Kong

HONG KONG, 4 NOVEMBER 2013 – Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) Asia, a division of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB) today announced the launch of MTV China, Nickelodeon and Nick Jr. on TVB Network Vision through the optical-fibre networks of Hutchison Global Communications Limited, that went on-air on November 1st. This enables TVB Network Vision subscribers to access Nickelodeon and Nick Jr. on Channel 65 and 66 respectively, while subscribers can access MTV China on Channel 38.

"We are delighted to add a new carriage partner in TVB Pay Network Vision, and to see the expansion of our brands' presence in Hong Kong," said VIMN Asia's executive vice president and managing director, Indra Suharjono. "We're particularly excited to introduce Nick Jr. to Hong Kong and to help fill a gap in preschoolers' programming here, which offers parents a trusted edutainment channel for their young children to learn while they 'play' with well-loved characters like Dora the Explorer and new properties like The Paw Patrol."

"We at TVB Network Vision are very excited to bring VIMN's high quality programming services to TVB Network Vision's subscribers on our new fibre-optic distributed platform. The addition of these channels, following our investments in our new fiber infrastructure demonstrates our commitment to deliver the best entertainment and education to our subscribers, " said TVB Network Vision's CEO, Felix To.

MTV is the world's premier youth entertainment brand. MTV is the cultural home of the millennial generation, music fans and artists, and a pioneer in creating innovative programming for young people. MTV reflects and creates pop culture with its award-winning content built around compelling storytelling, music discovery and activism across TV, online and mobile. MTV China is seen in over 14 million households in China, and is available in Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Myanmar, and Cambodia. The channel brings the best mainstream English and Chinese content to its audience. MTV China's tent-pole programmes include Style Gala and CCTV-MTV Mandarin Music Honors.

Nickelodeon, now in its 34th year globally and 15th year in Asia, is one of the most globally recognized and widely distributed multimedia entertainment brands for kids and family. Creating surprising and playful entertainment experiences everywhere it goes, Nickelodeon has a portfolio that includes television programming and production around the world, plus special events, consumer products, digital offerings, recreation, books, feature films and pro-social initiatives. Nickelodeon's brands are seen globally in more than 450 million households in over 100 territories via more than 70 locally programmed channels and syndication.

Nick Jr., is "the Smart Place to Play," giving kids and parents what they want – educational and entertaining content with great stories and characters that empower kids to learn while they play. The educational curriculum is in everything Nick Jr. does – the shows, packaging and promos – delivered by all the Nick Jr. characters kids know and love. The award-winning and exclusive international properties including Dora the Explorer, Team Umizoomi, Bubble Guppies and Tickety Toc, are designed to engage and encourage early childhood development.

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About TVB NETWORK VISION

TVB NETWORK VISION Limited is principally engaged in providing pay TV services and teleport services both in Hong Kong and internationally. Major shareholders of TVB NETWORK VISION Limited include Television Broadcasts Limited (TVB), Gemstone Pacific Limited and See Corporation Limited.

TVB NETWORK VISION offers over 62 local and international channels. Other than the driver channels provided by TVB, namely "Drama 1", "Drama 2", "TVB Classic", "TVB Encore", "TVB Movies", "TVB Window", "TVB Good Show", "TVB Sports ", "TVB Food", "TVB Kids", "TVB Entertainment News", "TVBN", "TVBN2", TVBS-News", "TVBS-Asia" and "TVB8", TVB NETWORK VISION also provides programming in news, movies, sports and infotainment to meet the diverse needs of the Hong Kong audience.

TVB NETWORK VISION is currently transmitted via satellite through existing communal aerial broadcast distribution (CABD) networks into set-top boxes of individual homes or via DTH to homes without CABD networks. It also transmits its service via the broadband television networks of PCCW's NOW TV and the broadband and optical- fibre networks of Hutchison Global Communications Limited.

For more information, please visit www.tvbnetworkvision.com.

About Viacom International Media Networks

Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN), a unit of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB), is comprised of many of the world's most popular multimedia entertainment brands, including MTV, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, BET, Paramount Channel, VH1, VIVA, COLORS, Game One and Tr3s: MTV, Música y Más. Viacom brands are seen globally in more than 600 million households in 170 territories and 37 languages via more than 200 locally programmed and operated TV channels and more than 550 digital media and mobile TV properties. For more information about Viacom and its businesses, visit www.viacom.com. Keep up with Viacom news by following Viacom's blog at blog.viacom.com and Twitter feed at www.twitter.com/Viacom.

Media Contact:
Viacom International Media Networks
Adeline Ong, Senior Director, Corporate Communications, Asia
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TVB Network Vision Limited
Amy Poon, Assistant Public Relations Manager
t : (852) 2399 9335
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Emma Bok, Public Relations Executive
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Also, from Kidscreen:

Viacom bows Nickelodeon and Nick Jr. in Hong Kong

Viacom International Media Networks Asia launched Nickelodeon and Nick Jr. on Hong Kong’s TVB Network Vision via the optical-fiber networks of Hutchison Global Communications on November 1.

The move will expand the presence of the global kids TV brands in Hong Kong, and VIMN believes the intro of Nick Jr., in particular, will fill the current gap in preschool programming in the local market. TVB subscribers can expect to see established Nick Jr. programs like Dora the Explorer, alongside new series like Spin Master Entertainment's Paw Patrol (pictured).

Nickelodeon has a portfolio that includes television programming and production around the world, plus special events, consumer products, digital offerings, recreation, books, feature films and pro-social initiatives. Nickelodeon’s brands are seen globally in more than 450 million households in more than 100 territories via more than 70 locally programmed channels and syndication.

Tags: China, Hong Kong, Nick Jr., Nickelodeon, TVB Network, Viacom International Media Networks Asia

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