Move is part of iQIYI's latest initiative to expand revenue
derived from wide range of high quality IP
BEIJING, Aug. 16, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- iQIYI, Inc.
(NASDAQ:IQ) ("iQIYI" or the "Company"), an innovative
market-leading online entertainment service in China, today announced the release of "Beyond
the Ocean," an animated CGI series produced by iQIYI in
co-operation with Daysview Animation, a leader in China's CGI production industry. A story of
nautical adventure set on the ancient Silk Road maritime routes,
iQIYI's animated version of "Beyond the Ocean" is adapted from a
popular adventure novel series of the same name by renowned Chinese
author Ma Boyong.
In the series, Ma paints a complex and majestic narrative
tapestry which sees main character Prince Jianwen set out for
adventures on the high seas with the crew of his ship in ancient
China. The novel, which was
originally published online, has been incredibly popular with
Chinese fantasy fans, with the final chapter of the first book
gaining over 20 million views online. The full series is now also
available on the popular iQIYI Reading app.
Exclusively available on the iQIYI platform, "Beyond the Ocean"
is part of iQIYI's drive to expand revenue derived from high
quality IP content. As with many shows on iQIYI, VIP members are
able to view an additional episode of the show in advance of
non-VIP members. Viewing the animated series in Dolby surround
sound is a further privilege reserved exclusively for VIP
members.
"We are excited to welcome 'Beyond the Ocean' as the latest
addition to iQIYI's growing collection of animated series adapted
from high quality IP, which also includes 'The Ancient Welkin' and
'Ling Yu'," said Yang Xiaoxuan, Vice President of iQIYI. "iQIYI
will continue to be a leader in combining cutting edge animation
technology with the most attractive IP in order to meet the diverse
entertainment needs of our users."
According to data collected by iResearch, in June this year the
iQIYI Animation channel was visited by 168 million mobile devices,
receiving over 7.374 billion views and accumulating over 462
million hours of viewing time, ranking first in its category across
China.
In addition to the animated adaptation of "Beyond the Ocean,"
iQIYI is also working to adapt the novel into a live action drama
series. Development of the new drama is due to begin later this
year with Ma Boyong and famous Chinese director Huang Jianxin both
onboard.
About iQIYI, In
iQIYI, Inc. (NASDAQ:IQ) ("iQIYI" or the "Company") is an
innovative market-leading online entertainment service
in China. Its corporate DNA combines creative talent with
technology, fostering an environment for continuous innovation and
the production of blockbuster content. iQIYI's platform features
highly popular original content, as well as a comprehensive library
of other professionally-produced content, partner-generated content
and user-generated content. The Company distinguishes itself in the
online entertainment industry by its leading technology platform
powered by advanced AI, big data analytics and other core
proprietary technologies. iQIYI attracts a massive user base with
tremendous user engagement, and has developed a diversified
monetization model including membership services, online
advertising services, content distribution, live broadcasting,
online games, IP licensing, online literature and e-commerce etc.
For more information on iQIYI, please
visit http://ir.iqiyi.com.
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