Hulu has signed a multi-year deal with AMC Networks making Hulu the streaming home for the coming The Walking Dead spinoff Fear the Walking Dead. The deal also gives Hulu exclusive SVOD rights to new and upcoming scripted programming from AMC, IFC, BBC America, Sundance TV and WEtv. The deal was announced by programming chief Craig Erwich at the Hulu’s NewFront presentation on Wednesday morning. AMC Networks COO Ed Carroll said of the deal:
“We believe in the combination of compelling content and technology to engage audiences and deliver viewers back to the linear television experience. We are excited about this new partnership with Hulu, a growing company that has created a network-branded environment for content in a highly competitive space.”