CG Entertainment

CG Entertainment is not a traditional television channel but rather an independent home video distribution company that launched its own free television channel called CG TV. The company was founded in 1994 under the name Cecchi Gori Home Video and was originally part of the Cecchi Gori Group. In 2006, CG Entertainment separated from the Cecchi Gori Group and changed its name to CG Home Video. In January 2015, the company was renamed CG Entertainment. The company is headquartered in Campi Bisenzio, near Florence, Tuscany, with additional offices in Sesto Fiorentino.

CG Entertainment specializes in distributing independent Italian and international cinema. The company releases films on physical media including DVD and Blu-ray, as well as on digital platforms and video-on-demand services. In 2019, CG Entertainment launched its own VOD platform, CG Digital, offering over 700 films for rental or purchase. The company actively seeks and supports new authors in the cinema landscape, promotes documentary films, and supports the distribution and rediscovery of cult Italian genre cinema, while continuing to represent classic Italian cinema for the public.

In December 2020, CG Entertainment launched a free television channel called CG TV. The channel is entirely dedicated to the best of Italian cinema, both classic and contemporary, with great attention also paid to emerging authors and documentary cinema. The schedule is enriched by high-quality international productions presented and awarded at major film festivals. Completing the offering of CG TV is the MASTERCLASS series, which features exclusive interviews with major authors and performers of Italian and international cinema. The channel was launched in partnership with Samsung and is available for free on Samsung TV Plus.

CG TV is available for free to all owners of a Samsung Smart TV produced from 2016 onward. Viewers can access the CG TV channel by opening the Samsung TV Plus application and selecting the channel from the menu. The channel broadcasts a live schedule, and the films programmed are also available in on-demand mode. The offering of films is regularly updated, providing viewers with new titles and content to discover. Samsung TV Plus offers viewers direct access to top news, sports, entertainment, and much more, is 100 percent free, and requires no download, registration, credit card, or subscription.

In addition to the television channel, CG Entertainment operates an e-commerce portal where customers can purchase physical media directly. The website is integrated with social networks and offers a newsletter for registered users to receive updates on new releases, dedicated promotions, and exclusive events. The site is divided into eight thematic channels: Indie, Horror, Classic, Action, Comedy, Anime, Doc, and Cult, with each channel having a dedicated homepage where content is filtered by genre. From the page dedicated to each title, users can compare prices for DVD, Blu-ray Disc, or digital versions.

CG Entertainment also operates a crowdfunding service called START UP!, which allows viewers to directly participate in the publication of cinema masterpieces that would not otherwise find space on the traditional market. Through this service, the company has published prestigious editions of classic and genre films, involving spectators directly in the process. The company chairman is Lorenzo Ferrari Ardicini. CG Entertainment continues to position itself as a reference point for independent Italian and international cinema, distributing films in multiple formats including physical media, digital platforms, and television broadcasting.

Bom Channel

Bom Channel is an Italian free-to-air television channel operating in the general entertainment and music format. The primary language of broadcasting is Italian. The channel is based in Italy and describes itself with the slogan "the TV that makes Italy dance." Its generalist programming focuses on music, infotainment, culture, sports, health, and curiosities .

On air, Bom Channel features a mix of music programs, talk shows, health segments, and live shopping shows. The schedule includes programs such as Musica da Ballo (dance music), Ballitalia, Vestitop – Vendita in Diretta (live fashion sales), Offertissime del Giorno (daily offers), InForma (a health and wellness program focusing on nutrition, gastronomy, fitness, and natural remedies), Millevoci, What is Cosplay, Superhit, Dema Show, and Brave Ragazze .

Bom Channel is available on digital terrestrial television across Italy on LCN (Logical Channel Number) 68 . The channel previously broadcast via satellite on the Eutelsat 9B satellite at 9.0 degrees east, but satellite transmissions were discontinued as of November 9, 2022 . Viewers can watch online the live broadcast of Bom Channel through its official website and mobile application, available for iOS devices, which streams the channel's programming for free . The channel also maintains an official presence on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram, where it shares video clips and program highlights .

Bom Channel is owned by Zerouno srls, with Giuseppe Le Cause serving as the founder and developer of the channel's mobile application . The channel's programming is generalist, offering a mix of contemporary music, entertainment, and informational content designed to appeal to a broad national audience. Thanks to its digital terrestrial coverage and online streaming platforms, Bom Channel provides the opportunity to watch its live broadcast on any device, ensuring that its music and entertainment programming reaches viewers across Italy and the global Italian diaspora wherever they are .

STAR Channel

STAR Channel is a Finnish free-to-air television channel operating in the entertainment format. The primary language of broadcasting is Finnish, with English-language programs typically broadcast in their original language with Finnish subtitles . The channel is owned and operated by The Walt Disney Company through its local subsidiary, The Walt Disney Company Nordic AB, filial i Finland .

The channel was originally launched on December 18, 2009, under the name SuomiTV. It was acquired by Fox Networks Group in January 2012 and relaunched as FOX on April 16, 2012 . On January 6, 2023, the channel was rebranded to its current name, STAR Channel, as part of a global rebranding effort by Disney following its acquisition of 21st Century Fox assets .

On air, STAR Channel broadcasts a mix of international drama series, comedy series, films, documentaries, lifestyle programs, and selected local productions . The channel's programming includes notable international series such as The Walking Dead, Criminal Minds, The Big Bang Theory (titled Rillit huurussa in Finnish), Family Guy, and 9-1-1: Lone Star . The channel also broadcasts feature films, with audience data from August 2025 showing that movies like Hell or High Water, Yölento (Red Eye), and Kill the Irishman were among the most-viewed programs on the channel .

Finnish-language productions on STAR Channel have included the local version of the Danish format Master Cleaners, which premiered in 2023, hosted by Ellen Jokikunnas with social media cleaning sensation Auri Kananen serving as judge . The channel has also aired the local adaptation of Silent Library Suomi, hosted by Riku Rantala . Other domestic programs have included Sampo ja kotivideot (Sampo and Home Videos) and the game show Kymppitonni .

As the channel was originally licensed as a generalist channel, it was historically required to broadcast certain types of programming. In its early years as FOX, the channel fulfilled these requirements by simulcasting Sky News overnight and airing children's programming under the Fox Kids block on weekday mornings . These requirements have since been lifted.

STAR Channel is available throughout Finland via digital terrestrial television on channel 12, as well as on cable and IPTV networks . The channel is free-to-air and funded by television advertising, making it accessible to viewers without subscription fees . Since Finland completed its transition to HD broadcasting on June 30, 2025, the channel broadcasts exclusively in high definition.

STAR Channel strives to be Finland's most interesting free-to-air entertainment channel, offering viewers a diverse mix of high-quality domestic and international series, films, and lifestyle content. The mission of the channel is to provide compelling entertainment for Finnish audiences, combining popular international hits with locally relevant productions.

MTV Sub

MTV Sub is a Finnish free-to-air television channel operating in the entertainment format, targeting a young adult audience. The primary language of broadcasting is Finnish. The channel originated as the cable channel TVTV! on December 13, 1999, which initially aired reruns of programs from MTV3. In August 2001, the channel was renamed Subtv and expanded to analog broadcasting nationwide. In 2008, the name was simplified to Sub. The channel was rebranded to its current name, MTV Sub, in December 2022 as part of a larger branding update by MTV Oy.

The channel is owned by MTV Oy, a subsidiary of the Nordic broadcasting company TV4 Media (formerly Bonnier Broadcasting), which is itself owned by the Swedish telecommunications company Telia Company. In 2025, TV4 Media was acquired by the Norwegian media group Schibsted. The channel’s slogan is “Ei toista samanlaista” (No other one like it).

On air, MTV Sub is the third most-watched commercial channel in Finland. Its core programming consists of classic comedy series, major Hollywood movies, and live sports. In October 2025, the channel’s top-rated program was the animated feature film Sisu, which was watched by 186,000 viewers. Sports coverage is a significant part of the channel's lineup, with National Hockey League (NHL) games being a consistent draw; an NHL broadcast in October 2025 attracted 99,000 viewers. Other popular films on the channel during this period included Maverick, The Expendables 4, Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, Hot Shots! Part Deux, and Rocky IV. Reality and documentary programming includes the Finnish survival series Alone Suomi and the UK reality series Liikennepoliisit UK (Traffic Cops UK).

The channel is widely available in Finland and is broadcast in high definition (1080i HDTV). On the Digita terrestrial network, the channel is found on channel 6. On cable and IPTV networks (DNA Welho, Elisa, Telia), the channel is also generally found on channel positions 6 and 26. On the Allente satellite platform, the channel is also on channel 6. As of June 30, 2025, Finland completed its national transition to HD broadcasting, and the standard-definition feed of MTV Sub was discontinued on terrestrial and cable networks. Viewers can watch online the live broadcast of MTV Sub through the MTV Katsomo streaming service.

MTV Sub strives to provide viewers with a core selection of classic comedies, blockbuster movies, and major live sports events. The mission of the channel is to deliver entertainment that is distinct from its sister channels, focusing on a diverse range of programming that appeals to a broad audience, particularly viewers under the age of 45. Thanks to its national HD distribution, MTV Sub provides the opportunity to watch its entertainment and sports programming across Finland, ensuring that audiences can access its classic comedies, action movies, and live NHL coverage wherever they are.

Liv

Liv is a Finnish free-to-air television channel operating in the lifestyle entertainment format, targeting primarily female viewers . The primary language of broadcasting is Finnish. The channel was launched on February 14, 2009, as the first dedicated lifestyle channel for women in Finland . Liv is owned and operated by Nelonen Media, a division of Sanoma Media Finland, which is part of the Sanoma Corporation . The channel is headquartered in Helsinki, Finland. Liv broadcasts nationwide in high definition (HD), reaching approximately 1.6 million viewers weekly . The channel's audience is 73 percent female, with the core demographic being women aged 25 and older . Its slogan is "Silminnähden hurmaava" and the channel positions itself as the largest entertainment channel for women in Finland .

On air, Liv features a balanced mix of Finnish reality shows, international drama series, films, and documentaries centered on themes such as home, relationships, personal well-being, beauty, cooking, interior design, and trends . The programming is divided into four core categories: home, relationships, self (me), and trends . The channel distinguishes itself by focusing on emotional, witty, and stylish entertainment rather than scripted dramas, movies, or comedies .

Key Finnish original and localized programs include Arvostele Mun Illallinen Suomessa, the Finnish adaptation of the British series Come Dine With Me, which has been a staple on Liv since its debut in October 2011 and has run for more than 10 seasons . Huvila & Huussi is a popular reality series focusing on home renovation and lifestyle . The Voice of Finland, the Finnish version of the international singing competition, airs on the channel as well as its parent channel Nelonen . Farmi Suomi is the Finnish version of the reality competition series The Farm .

Äitien sota (Mother’s War) is an original Finnish reality competition where three mothers swap homes and roles for a week, evaluating each other’s parenting styles and household management . Suomen täydelliset venäläisnaiset (Finland’s Perfect Russian Women) is an original documentary series following Russian immigrant women as they navigate careers, relationships, and daily life in Finland . Petolliset is the Finnish version of the psychological reality competition The Traitors . Kapen keittiökaappaus and Isänmaan Toivot are also part of the channel's current lineup .

International programming includes the long-running talk show The Ellen DeGeneres Show, which has been part of Liv's lineup since the channel's launch in 2009 . The channel also airs reruns of the classic Finnish comedy series Kumman kaa, which originally aired on Nelonen from 2003 to 2005 . On Tuesday evenings, Liv broadcasts light film entertainment, with the first Liv film premiere being the Finnish film Sooloilua .

Liv is available throughout Finland on channel 8 across all major platforms. On the Digita terrestrial network, the channel broadcasts on channel 8 in high definition . On cable networks, the channel is available on DNA (channel 8 HD), Elisa (channel 8 HD), and Telia (channel 8 HD) . On satellite, the channel is available on Allente (channel 8 HD) . As of June 30, 2025, Finland completed its transition to HD broadcasting, and Liv has broadcast exclusively in high definition since that date . Viewers can watch online the live broadcast of Liv through the Ruutu streaming platform, which offers live streaming and catch-up services for all Nelonen Media channels .

Liv is a commercial channel primarily supported by advertising revenue, leveraging its targeted appeal to women to attract brands in the lifestyle, beauty, and entertainment sectors . In 2024, the channel held a 1.7 percent audience share according to Finnpanel data . The channel has consistently maintained a solid market position among commercial channels targeting women since its launch in 2009. As part of the Nelonen Media family, Liv shares a media portfolio with sister channels including Nelonen, Jim, Hero, Nelonen Nappula, Nelonen Prime, and Nelonen Maailma . Liv also operates as a multimedia lifestyle brand in cooperation with Ilta-Sanomat and other Sanoma units, extending its content across print, web, and radio platforms .

Liv strives to be the leading lifestyle and entertainment destination for women in Finland, offering viewers a diverse mix of Finnish reality shows, engaging international series, and inspiring documentary content. The mission of the channel is to provide entertainment, emotions, wit, and style as a framework for engaging content that resonates with women’s daily lives and interests. Thanks to its wide distribution across terrestrial, cable, satellite, and digital streaming platforms, Liv provides the opportunity to watch its programming on any device, ensuring that its lifestyle content reaches audiences throughout Finland and the global Finnish diaspora wherever they are.

Jim

Jim is a Finnish free-to-air television channel operating in the general entertainment format. The primary language of broadcasting is Finnish. The channel was launched on February 26, 2007, replacing the previous channel Nelonen Plus . Jim is owned by Nelonen Media, which is part of Sanoma Media Finland . The channel’s name is an abbreviation for Jotain ihan muuta, which translates to Something completely different in English . The channel’s current slogan is Onneksi on tänään (Fortunately it’s today), with previous slogans including Onneksi on taas viikonpäivä (Fortunately it’s the weekday again), Vaihda vapaalle (Switch to free time), and Omaa aikaa (Own time) . According to Finnpanel audience data from 2024, the channel held a 2.2 percent audience share . Jim broadcasts in high definition (HD) and is available nationwide .

On air, Jim positions itself as a channel focused on travel, food, nature, hobbies, documentaries, and automotive programming . The channel does not broadcast news, sports (except occasional live volleyball), or movies . Originally, the channel was targeted at a male audience, with a focus on do-it-yourself programs, home improvement, and automotive shows . Over time, the programming has expanded to include a broader range of lifestyle content, though action series and automotive programming remain staples.

Key Finnish-language programs on Jim include the popular reality series Suomen huutokauppakeisari (Finland’s Auction Emperor), featuring auctioneers Miska Haakana and Alisa Aarniomäki . Rikkaat ja rahattomat (The Rich and the Penniless) is a Finnish reality series where people from different economic backgrounds exchange lives for a week . Jaksa paremmin (Feel Better) is a Finnish lifestyle program focusing on well-being and sustainable living . Burgerimiehet Välimerellä (Burger Men in the Mediterranean) follows chefs Akseli and Ossi as they travel through Italy and Greece searching for burger inspiration . Roni Back: Suomen Suurinta Piilosta (Finland’s Greatest Hide and Seek) is a youth program where online personalities are hunted by comedian Roni Back . The classic Finnish comedy Kummeli esittää: Kontio & Parmas also airs on the channel .

International programming includes automotive shows such as Fifth Gear and Wheeler Dealers, the documentary series Life After People, the action-comedy game show Takeshi’s Castle, and the reality series Bondi Rescue . The channel also airs the British satire series Penn & Teller: Bullshit! . Additional international series documented on the schedule include Kanadan rajalla (Border Security: Canada’s Front Line), Panttilainaamo (Pawn Stars), Petolliset UK (The Traitors UK), Alaskan jäälentokenttä (Ice Airport Alaska), and Muinaiset avaruusoliot (Ancient Aliens) . The channel also broadcasts feature films, such as Mission: Impossible 2, under the Vaarallinen tehtävä (Mission: Impossible) branding .

Jim is available throughout Finland on channel 9 across all major platforms. On the Digita terrestrial network, the channel broadcasts on channel 9 in HD . On cable and IPTV networks, the channel is available on DNA (channel 9 HD), Elisa (channel 9 HD), and Telia (channel 9 HD) . The channel is also available via satellite on Allente (channel 9 HD) . On the Anvia cable network, the channel is found on channel 11 . As of June 30, 2025, Finland completed its transition to HD broadcasting, and Jim now broadcasts exclusively in high definition .

Jim is a commercial channel and does not carry paid programming . The channel’s programming is aimed at adults seeking leisure-time content, with a focus on hobbies, travel, and lifestyle. As part of the Nelonen Media group, Jim shares a media portfolio with sister channels including Nelonen, Liv, Hero, and Nelonen Nappula .

Jim strives to provide viewers with a relaxed, enjoyable television experience centered on free time and leisure activities. The mission of the channel is to offer content that helps viewers unwind, explore hobbies, and discover new interests through engaging documentary-style programming and reality series.

eldo.TV

eldo.TV is a Luxembourgish web television channel that serves as the visual extension of the popular radio station Eldoradio. The primary language of broadcasting is Luxembourgish. The channel was launched on March 3, 2010, as a broadcast on the internet, described by the station's management as a radio station that has a television presence online.

The channel targets young and young-at-heart audiences in Luxembourg, aligning with the demographic focus of its parent radio station, which plays a modern mix of pop music and hits aimed at listeners aged 15 to 39. The content of eldo.TV covers everything happening in Luxembourg, including concerts, parties, cultural events, and festivals. It features programs such as Newz, which treats the week's news in an offbeat manner; Agenda, a weekly events calendar; and Go and Profile, the latter of which profiles people who shape Luxembourg's nightlife. The channel provides a visual broadcast of the radio program, offering a "Visual-Radio 'Eldo-TV'" experience.

eldo.TV is distributed via live internet stream and is also accessible in all major Luxembourg cable networks. It is broadcast from the RTL City building on the Kirchberg plateau in Luxembourg City.

eldo.TV strives to bring its audience closer to current events and happenings in Luxembourg, offering a complementary visual experience to the Eldoradio music and entertainment programming. The mission of the channel is to capture the energy of the country's cultural and social life, from major festivals to local stories, and to provide a platform for new talents and personalities.

Carac 4

Carac 4 is a Swiss private television channel operating in the general entertainment format. The primary language of broadcasting is French. The channel is owned by Media One Group, the largest private media group in French-speaking Switzerland . Carac 4 was launched in September 2023 following the major rebranding that unified four existing channels (Rouge TV, One TV, LFM TV, and TV Suisse Plus) under the Carac brand . The channel was formerly known as TV Suisse Plus and, before that, as Booster TV . Its slogan, shared with the other Carac channels, is "La chaîne avec du caractère" (The channel with character) .

On air, Carac 4 features a varied programming schedule. The channel broadcasts a selection of recent films, including comedies and thrillers, typically in the evening . It also airs original and regional programs, such as gaming shows (Game On), children's shows (Salut les Kids!), culinary programs (Spatules), and gardening magazines (Comme une envie de jardin avec Jamy Gourmaud) . The schedule also includes business programs (Be to B in partnership with L'Agefi) and design shows (Design Touch) . Historically, the channel was known for broadcasting teleshopping and psychic programs ("Les clés de l'avenir") during the daytime, though its programming has since diversified .

Carac 4 is available throughout Switzerland, with a focus on French-speaking Switzerland (Suisse Romande) . The channel can be received on major IPTV providers such as Swisscom TV across the entire country, as well as on cable networks including Naxoo, UPC Cablecom (now Sunrise), and Citycable . Viewers can watch online the live broadcast of Carac 4 through the unified Carac.tv website and mobile application, which also provides video-on-demand and replay services for all four Carac channels . The Carac.tv platform reaches approximately 200,000 viewers daily and adapts to all devices, ensuring high-definition streaming on televisions, tablets, and smartphones .

Carac 4 strives to provide local, authentic, and varied programming that is close to its audience, strengthening its regional identity in French-speaking Switzerland . The mission of the channel, as part of the Media One Group, is to offer a diverse range of content, from recent films and original regional programs to lifestyle and cultural magazines, thereby creating a generalist entertainment destination for viewers in the region .

Carac 3

Carac 3 is a Swiss private television channel operating in the general entertainment format. The primary language of broadcasting is French. The channel is part of the Carac network, owned by Media One Group, the largest private media group in French-speaking Switzerland . Carac 3 was launched on September 4, 2023, as part of a major rebranding initiative that unified four existing channels under the Carac brand. The channel was formerly known as LFM TV, which first began broadcasting in 2008 . The channel’s name, Carac, references a typical chocolate pastry from French-speaking Switzerland, recognizable by its green icing, emphasizing the channel’s strong regional identity .

On air, Carac 3 is a mini-generalist channel whose programming is an extension of its sister radio station, LFM . The schedule is primarily music-based, broadcasting a significant number of music video clips featuring both national and international artists . The channel also offers a selection of original and regional programs, including shows about gaming, humor, and culinary arts . It regularly covers local sports, with a particular focus on hockey, and features interviews with musicians from the French-speaking Swiss and French music scenes . The channel also airs a variety of recent films in the evening, ranging from comedies to thrillers, and broadcasts major live events .

Carac 3 is widely available throughout Switzerland, with a focus on French-speaking Switzerland. The channel can be received via Swisscom TV and Sunrise TV, as well as on major cable networks such as UPC Cablecom, Netplus, Citycable, and Naxoo . It is also broadcast on digital terrestrial television (TNT) in the Greater Geneva area . Viewers can watch online the live broadcast through the official Carac.tv website and mobile application, which also provides video-on-demand and replay services . The platform is designed to adapt to all devices, ensuring high-definition streaming on televisions, tablets, and smartphones .

Carac 3 strives to entertain its audience by leveraging the popularity of its radio brand and offering a relaxed, music-driven visual experience. The mission of the channel is to provide local, authentic, and varied programming that is close to the audience, strengthening its regional identity in French-speaking Switzerland . Thanks to its modern digital platforms, Carac 3 provides the opportunity to watch its programming on any device, from traditional televisions to smartphones, ensuring its audience can stay connected wherever they are .

Carac 2

Carac 2 is a Swiss private television channel operating in the general entertainment format. The primary language of broadcasting is French. The channel is part of the Carac network, owned by Media One Group, the largest private media group in French-speaking Switzerland . Carac 2 was launched on September 4, 2023, following the rebranding of the former One TV, which itself began broadcasting in 2008 . Its slogan is "La chaîne avec du caractère" (The channel with character), and its programming is designed to be local, authentic, and close to the audience .

On air, Carac 2 is a mini-generalist channel whose programming is an extension of its sister radio station, One FM . The schedule is primarily music-based, broadcasting a significant number of music clips. The channel also features filmed versions of One FM's radio shows, such as "L'Happy Hour" and the morning show, which is aired on television under the name "Les Clips du Matin" . The channel regularly airs two films or TV movies each evening during its late-night slot . A documented program is Carac Musique, which showcases the best in current music . The channel also broadcasts the group's major event productions, including the Swiss Music Awards .

Carac 2 is widely available throughout Switzerland, with a focus on French-speaking Switzerland. It can be received digitally via Free-to-Air on TNT (TV Numérique Terrestre) in the Greater Geneva area on channel 4 . It is also available on major IPTV and cable operators, including Swisscom TV, Sunrise TV, Salt TV, UPC Cablecom, Netplus, Citycable, and Naxoo . Viewers can watch online the live broadcast through the official Carac.tv website and mobile application, which also provides video-on-demand and replay services .

Carac 2 strives to entertain its audience by leveraging the popularity of its radio brand and offering a relaxed, music-driven visual experience. The mission of the channel is to provide a variety of content, from current music hits and light entertainment to evening films, creating a feel-good television destination for viewers in French-speaking Switzerland . Thanks to its modern digital platforms, Carac 2 provides the opportunity to watch its programming on any device, from traditional televisions to smartphones, ensuring its audience can stay connected wherever they are.