Univision and Producer Patricio Willis form joint venture
February 27, 2016
Univision Communications Inc. (UCI) announced a joint venture with the internationally acclaimed producer Patricio Wills. The new company will develop edgy, action-packed series primarily for primetime broadcast on UniMás and created specifically for U.S. Hispanic audiences.
“Patricio is, without a doubt, an innovator and one of the best content creators in media,” said Randy Falco, president and CEO of UCI. “As we continue to grow UniMás as one of the leading Spanish-language broadcast networks, we are pleased to join forces with Patricio to continue to innovate and bring our audience the best in alternative formats and stories.”
In addition, Wills is the executive producer of “La Viuda Negra II” (Black Widow II), which begins airing this Sunday, February 28th at 10 p.m. ET/PT (9 p.m. CT) with a world premiere simulcast on Univision, UniMás and Galavisión networks, as well as on Univision Digital platforms.
“We are in the right place, at the right time and with the right partner. The Hispanic U.S. market, Univision and now! Nothing beats that!” added Patricio Wills.
