Los Angeles, CA - The Sharpe Company today announced that TechTV, the only 24-hour cable television network dedicated to showcasing the impact technology has on our everyday lives and the world at large, will premiere "Thunderbirds" this Summer, bringing the classic Gerry Anderson super-marionation 1960s and '70s hit about the Tracy Brothers and the International Rescue Team to fans across the United States.

Charles Day, President of The Sharpe Company, which represents Thunderbirds for London-based worldwide licensor, Carlton International Media Ltd., said, "TechTV and Thunderbirds are a great match, given their innovative high-tech orientation and the adult audience demographic who will remember the show so well from their childhood."

TechTV acquired the rights to all 32 Thunderbirds episodes, which have been digitally remastered with Dolby Surround Sound, having originally been shot on 35mm film in 1965.

Greg Drebin, senior vice president of programming and production for TechTV, said, "Thunderbirds is the type of programming that viewers expect from TechTV - entertaining, fun and with a connection to technology. The futuristic setting, sci-fi theme and nostalgic value all make Thunderbirds a perfect compliment to our programming mix. We are developing a presentation format to include additional information on screen to make each episode even more compelling."

Day added, "Thunderbirds has experienced a major revival in the U.K. and we feel American audiences will greet the TechTV series enthusiastically." The TV series recounts the Tracy brothers' adventures as pilots of International Rescue. Flying their Thunderbird super secret rescue craft, the Tracy family thwarts the evil Hood to save Earth. The riveting action-adventure series is set in the string-puppet style of super-marionation developed by Gerry Anderson. With a story set in 2065,Thunderbirds is as timely today as when it debuted in the U.K. in 1965. The Thunderbirds TV series was a smash hit in the U.S. during the 1960s, '70s and '80s and has consistently been aired in some 65 countries around the globe, as the worldwide Thunderbirds fan base is estimated at 100 million.

Day added, "Thunderbirds videos, DVDs and toys are doing very well in the market, which is indicative of the nostalgic interest in Thunderbirds. We have new licensees coming on stream all the time."

Clare Alter, Vice President, US Sales for TechTV added, "We are thrilled that Thunderbirds - as a drama - will be featured in TechTV's line-up. TechTV provides an ideal environment for people who appreciate just how ahead of its time the show was - and indeed is!"

About TechTV

TechTV is the only 24-hour cable television network dedicated to showcasing the impact technology has on our everyday lives and the world at large. By creating and delivering entertaining and insightful programming regarding today's and tomorrow's technology news, events, products, and people, TechTV enables viewers to stay current and connected with all things related to technology. TechTV is currently available in more than 33 million households and distributes content to 70 countries. With a monthly average of 1.3 million unique visitors in Q1, techtv.com enhances the TV viewing experience with compelling companion content and interactivity. TechTV is owned by Vulcan Inc.

About Carlton International

Carlton International Media is an integrated media rights distributor and owner. In addition to being the largest owner of British made films in the world, the company comprises a broadcast sales team, a video/DVD sales team, an American based production company and co-production division, a fully integrated merchandise licensing division and a film archive unit. The company markets a catalogue of over 18,000 hours of programming through The Carlton Film Collection and the Carlton International Programme Catalogue to a worldwide market through major trade market attendance, sales trips, direct mail campaigns and through the company's website.

About The Sharpe Company

The Sharpe Company, based in Incline Village, NV, and Los Angles, CA, has been established as an entrepreneurial Intellectual Property management boutique providing a wide range of global services and opportunities to owners and seekers of Intellectual Properties--both brands and characters. Sharpe shall act as a licensing agent, licensing consultant, strategic brand developer/manager, and indeed where appropriate, an entertainment packager, to deliver Intellectual Property-driven product to fulfill consumer demand. The core focus of Sharpe's activities will be to bring a truly global perspective to the business of marketing Intellectual Properties. Sharpe was founded by international licensing expert Charles Day, known for creating and building the global licensing and marketing program of Harvey Entertainment, of Los Angeles, and the international expansion of Europe's largest licensing company, Copyright Promotions, of London.