Entertainment One Regulatory News (ETO)

Entertainment One Ltd.

Statement in response to press speculation

In response to press speculation, Entertainment One Ltd. (LSE: ETO), the independent international entertainment group, confirms that it is committed to developing content for Peppa Pig beyond series five and six of the animated series, which will bring the total number of episodes available to more than 200.

Commissioned by Channel 5 and Nickelodeon in the UK, series five and six of the phenomenally popular children's TV show are currently in production and ensure broadcast up to end of 2013. Peppa was broadcast for the first time in the US during February and initial viewer numbers have been positive.

The Group is currently working with animation studio, Astley Baker Davies, to explore the future opportunities that the property presents, and looks forward to developing new content and formats that will ensure that Peppa Pig continues to fulfil its ongoing potential.

Notes to Editors:

Entertainment One Ltd. (LSE:ETO) is a leading international entertainment company that specialises in the acquisition, production and distribution of film and television content. The Company's comprehensive network extends around the globe including Canada, the U.S., the UK, Ireland, Benelux, France, Germany, Scandinavia, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. Through established Entertainment and Distribution divisions, the company provides extensive expertise in film distribution, television and music production, family programming and merchandising and licensing. Its current rights library is exploited across all media formats and includes more than 20,000 film and television titles, 2,400 hours of television programming and 45,000 music tracks.

Further information is available at www.entertainmentonegroup.comor email Redleaf at eOne@redleafpr.com. 

This announcement has been issued by and is the sole responsibility of the Company.