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'Big Bang Theory,' other U.S. Shows Vanish from Chinese Internet
"The Big Bang Theory" with three other licensed American shows — "The Good Wife," "NCIS" and "The Practice" — disappeared from major Chinese video portals. There has been no official explanation for the shows' being pulled down.
Outcomes:
What will happen to "Big Bang" and the other shows that were removed is unclear, but the State Administration of Press, Publication, Radio, Film and Television issued a notice about the need to "reinforce" monitoring of unacceptable erotic, political or violent content in online programming.The Chinese government cracking down on streaming services could have major consequences for these Internet portals. Already, Sohu's stock traded in New York has been hammered, dropping more than 6% on Monday.
Contact Info:
julie.makinen@latimes.com
joe.flint@latimes.com
Government?:
Yes
Type of Exchange:
media
Sponsor(s):
State Administration of Press
Publication
Radio
Film and Television
Participants (Types):
Chinese officials
Exchange Date:
Monday, April 28, 2014
Continuing:
No
Image:
Level of Government:
national
Location:
China
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