Today itv2 have announced they have acquired the new hit drama show 'Scorpion' from CBS. CBS Studios International have announced the exclusive deal, will also allow the show to be available on itv Player, when the show launches later this Autumn.
Stephen Tague, Senior Vice President, Europe for CBS Studios International said of the acquisition; “We are thrilled to be working with ITV to bring SCORPION’s unique and action packed storylines to British audiences, SCORPION will undoubtedly add sizzle to ITV2’s schedule this autumn.”
Angela Jain, ITV’s Director of Digital Channels and Acquisitions said, "ITV2 is delighted to be showing Scorpion. We think this fun, action-packed drama about a group of misfit masterminds is a perfect fit for our young audience. Its incredibly strong premiere on CBS in the States is just the start we had hoped for."
The show recently began airing in the US on CBS and continues airing Monday's at 9pm. The show airs in the same slot in Canada on CityTV and recently began airing on ten in Australia, were it airs Sunday's at 6.30pm.