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‘Sharknado’ And ‘Black Summer’ Production Company The Asylum Sets Library Deal With MEP Capital

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The production company behind cult hits 'Sharknado' and 'Black Summer' inks a major library deal, giving investors access to its diverse portfolio of B-movies and TV shows.
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  • The Asylum, known for its low-budget, high-concept films, has sold the rights to its entire library to investment firm MEP Capital, allowing the latter to capitalize on the company's cult following.
  • With over 200 titles in its catalog, including the hugely popular 'Sharknado' franchise and the zombie series 'Z Nation', The Asylum's deal is seen as a strategic move to monetize its vast IP and introduce its edgy content to new audiences.
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The Asylum, MEP Capital, Sharknado, Black Summer, Z Nation
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