MBC channel started in London as the first satellite, free-to-air multi-channel media group of its kind in the Arab world.
Now based in Dubai, over the past 15 years, MBC has added a further 5 TV and 2 radio channels, O3 Productions and Middle East News to forge a global media group enriching people’s lives through information, interaction and entertainment.
MBC 1 took to the airwaves during the Gulf War in 1991 with the first-ever independent pan-Arab news.
Today boasting one of the most popular family news services in the region and with a strong commitment to local programming, from drama series to hit reality TV, it continues as the number one family viewing option in the region.
MBC 1 produces and broadcasts a group of weekly family-oriented programs and talk shows as follows:
Green Apple
Mainly educates the Arab family health-wise by discussing the latest medical and health reports and studies.
Adam
Freely discusses all issues that could interest Arab men in a very objective manner.
Kalam Nawa'em
It is considered as the famine version of Adam, as it also freely discusses all issues that could interest Arab women in a very objective manner.
Scoop
Presents the latest art news by covering the world's most famous concerts and festivals and interviewing Hollywood superstars.
Style
Covers the latest beauty news and interviews the world's most famous designers.
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A comedy show that discusses the hottest social and political issues in a sarcastic way.
Za'er Al Liel
The new talk show of the famous Arab presenter Mahmoud Sa'ed. The program hosts famous Arab figures to discuss the latest art-related issues in the Arab world.
Sada Al Mala'eb
A daily sports program that discusses the events of the day and hosts a number of experts in the field.
MBC2, the first free-to-air movie channel in the world, is a dedicated 24/7 movie channel of blockbuster Hollywood and international films, developing a devoted following with its different genre-based and themed movie schedules for the different days of the week.
It has successfully captured the fancy of film buffs who love watching a variety of Hollywood hits and international blockbusters from the comfort of their homes.
MBC 3 is the premier junior entertainment channel in the region. It delivers a programming mix of children’s education and entertainment that connects with and stimulates the imaginations of Arab kids aged between three and thirteen.
The channel broadcasts the latest TV series and sitcoms, mainly the ones that score the highest viewership rates. MBC 4 is the most famous channel among Arab women.
MBC Action delivers Arab viewers the best in high-octane western series, movies and action reality shows, keeping everyone buzzing 24/7.
Hit shows include the exclusive free-to-air award winning series, Lost, Prison Break, The 4400 and the unbelievable International Fight League.
Al Arabiya news channel was launched in 2003. The 24/7 free-to-air news and current affairs satellite outlet soon became the news source of choice for Arabs seeking credible news and information about the Middle East and the world beyond.
The news of choice for business leaders and opinion setters, Al Arabiya’s charter embodies an independent editorial policy based on providing its viewers with a speedy news service and balanced analysis that is thoughtfully accurate, comprehensive and objective.
MBC FM captures the heart of Gulf music and culture. The leading music station’s programming mix features the latest in mega Gulf hits, poetry, entertainment and music dedication programs.
Panorama FM connects with lifestyle and aspirations of the Arab youth market, delivering the latest contemporary Arabic hits, top of the charts and entertainment shows.
With an eye for unique stories combined with high production values, O3 Productions is the market leader for Arabic acquisition and production of factual, documentary and entertainment content.
Middle East News is a news gathering and operations services provider to TV and news organizations worldwide. Headquartered in Dubai Media City, MEN’s bureaus possess premier technical facilities and on-the-ground journalistic resources to deliver quality and accurate news coverage.
With extensive news gathering capabilities in 30 international and regional locations, MEN covers breaking news from key Middle East locations including Iraq, Palestine, Egypt, Syria, Lebanon and Saudi Arabia.
MBC Facilities specializes in offering the best events and production services in the region – from specialized crews to hi-tech equipment.
It has one of the best-equipped outside Broadcast Units in the region providing comprehensive mobile coverage of events.
