VH1, Freeform Acquire `The Mindy Project’ Episodes

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VH1 and Freeform have acquired rights to the first five seasons of The Mindy Project as part of a deal between the networks and NBCUniversal.

The series, created and starring Mindy Kaling, will appear on both VH1 and Freeform as well as their respective online apps beginning in October, said network officials. The fifth season of The Mindy Project will air on Hulu beginning Oct. 4.

The Mindy Project previously aired on Fox broadcasting network.

“We are pleased that VH1 and Freeform recognize the value of The Mindy Project for their viewers,” stated Frances Manfredi, President, NBCUniversal Television and New Media Distribution.  “VH1 and Freeform are great partners and The Mindy Project will be a great addition to their strong programming.”

R. Thomas Umstead
R. Thomas Umstead

R. Thomas Umstead serves as senior content producer, programming for Multichannel News, Broadcasting + Cable and Next TV. During his more than 30-year career as a print and online journalist, Umstead has written articles on a variety of subjects ranging from TV technology, marketing and sports production to content distribution and development. He has provided expert commentary on television issues and trends for such TV, print, radio and streaming outlets as Fox News, CNBC, the Today show, USA Today, The New York Times and National Public Radio. Umstead has also filmed, produced and edited more than 100 original video interviews, profiles and news reports featuring key cable television executives as well as entertainers and celebrity personalities.