Wheelhouse Picks Up Anomaly Entertainment
Wheelhouse, the media company that spotlights athletes and entertainers, has officially added Anomaly Entertainment to its roster. The move brings a studio known for high‑energy reality shows and scripted series into Wheelhouse’s mix.
About Anomaly Entertainment
- Founded: 2017 by former Discovery Channel commissioners Matthew Kelly and Michael Sorensen
- Notable Work: Over 40 episodes of Shark Week series, including “Shaq Does Shark Week” and “Great White Abyss.”
- Network Reach: TLC, HGTV, Netflix, HBO Max, and more.
Current Projects
- Reality: KPop Shark Heroes starring Ken Jeong and Rei Ami
- Comedy & Mystery: Upcoming titles such as Rob Riggle: Global Investigator and Battle of the Beards.
- Sports‑Focused Series: Expanding beyond aquatic themes.
Strategic Fit
Wheelhouse’s CEO, Brent Montgomery, praised the founders for their cross‑industry success. He highlighted how the partnership aligns with Wheelhouse’s culture and adds new strengths to its ecosystem.
Kelly and Sorensen echoed this sentiment, noting shared goals of authentic storytelling about today’s top creators and athletes. They anticipate expanding Anomaly’s reach across platforms while enhancing client support.
Past Highlights
During their tenure at Discovery, Kelly and Sorensen produced hits like Gold Rush and Amish Mafia, launched series such as Through the Wormhole with Morgan Freeman, and contributed to Bering Sea Gold. Anomaly is currently developing new series for Discovery, TLC, HGTV, and Food Network.
Impact on Wheelhouse
Wheelhouse already boasts a catalog of hit shows for Netflix, A&E, and other networks. Adding Anomaly strengthens its commitment to dynamic, talent‑driven content and broadens its creative portfolio.
