Chapter 453
"How much do you want?"
Merkedo was not surprised that Martin denied the"70 million" figure, so he asked directly.
Martin looked at Murdoch and smiled.
Merckdow was a little dazed for a moment, and said to himself: This guy looks like It's really good-looking.
Then Martin was heard saying:"I can give the copyright to Fox TV station for free."
As soon as he heard this sentence, Murdoch immediately became vigilant.
The free ones are the most expensive!
Murdoch understood this truth twenty years ago, and his Fox TV station was supported by free channels.
"Really, so what are your conditions?
Martin laughed and said,"I want to share half of the advertising fees for the show.""
"What, this is impossible!"Merkedo's eyes suddenly widened.
No wonder Murdoch had such a big reaction.
Compared with"American Idol", this popular variety show can bring about US$1.8 billion in advertising revenue to Fox TV every year. This is Much more than the $70 million spent to purchase the copyright.
（PS:《"American Idol" aired on Fox TV from 2002 until the end of 2016, bringing more than 23 billion US dollars in benefits to Fox TV, of which advertising fees accounted for most of 917）
"Okay, Martin, I'll give you a copyright purchase fee of US$100 million. This price is already very sincere. Martin shook his head and said:"No, no, no, Rupert, this is not sincerity." I firmly believe that the variety show I planned can surpass"American Idol". 100 million is too little.
Mercado said:"Martin, that's just what you think, and it hasn't been tested in actual combat, right?" Although you have never failed, who can guarantee that you will always succeed? Who knows when failure will come, not to mention that this is a variety show, not a movie, nor a composition or writing. You have never proven yourself in this area. ah!"
Even though he is an old guy in his seventies, Murdoch still has a hyena-like temperament when discussing business, and he is crazy about biting interests.
""Hyena" was Mercado's nickname when he was young!
Martin nodded,"Well, it's true, why don't we sign a betting agreement?""
"Gambling agreement?"
"That's right, let's bet on the ratings.——"
"I reject!"
Martin was denied by Murdoch before he finished speaking.
"Why? Martin asked in confusion.
Mercado smiled and said,"I don't like gambling!""
Fart!
Martin wanted to curse in his mind. This old man has made countless big bets along the way. In order to buy Fox Broadcasting and Television Company, he spent all his wealth and took out a huge loan, and even changed the Nationality - Such a person dares to claim that he doesn't like gambling?
This old man was probably frightened by his past performance. Although he said"I'm not sure if it can continue to succeed", he actually believed in his heart that this variety show can succeed..
Moreover, after"The Voice of America" was planned, it was submitted to major radio and television companies, and the one who responded the fastest was this old man.
Martin thought about it, and heard Mercado say in his ears:"Martin, let's do this. I'll give you another 20 million, how about 120 million?"
"not so good?"Martin stood up and said,"Since everyone has great differences, let's put it aside for the time being."
"Come on, come on!
When Merck saw Martin was about to leave, he quickly stopped him and said,"How about I give in and give you 10% of the advertising share?""
"I want half!"
"Two percent?"
"half"
"Thirty percent?"
"half"
"Martin, how can you bargain like this?"
"half"
"Three to one."Merkedo gritted his teeth.
Martin smiled and said,"Seriously, Rupert, there is no need for you to come and talk to me about this kind of thing in person. Why don't we let the people below communicate?"
"No, it's better to settle it today."Merkedo refused.
Martin was stunned, are you in such a hurry?
He couldn't help but want to use magic, but he felt that it would be boring, so he said:"Rupert, have you received any news? There are others Want to buy my variety show copyright?"(To read exciting novels, go to Feilu Novel Network!)
Merck's expression changed, and he knew that he had been a little too eager just now. (aidg) He secretly pinched his thigh to clear his mind. He is getting older. , His brain is indeed not as bright as when he was young. It's a pity - his sons are all useless, and he can't retire yet!
He raised his head and looked at Martin, and suddenly smiled
"Martin, I have to say, you have the same demeanor as I did back then, so why not give you my hyena nickname? Half is half, that’s it, when will the contract be signed?"
"The nickname is waived. If you are in a hurry, you can sign the contract tomorrow. By the way, can you tell me who the other company wants to buy the copyright?"
"NBC"
"It turned out to be them. Martin nodded,"In the original timeline, this TV company also bought the rights to"The Voice.""
As the largest radio and television company in the United States, NBC has more than 200 TV stations.
Next year, the company will merge with Universal's entertainment department and change its original"National Broadcasting Company" (National Brasting Company. Inc.) to" NBCUniversal".
By the way, this company participated in the investment in Hong Kong Wireless Television (TVB) in the mid-1960s, but held a very small shareholding and later withdrew.
Merkel and Martin looked thoughtful, thinking that the other party was hesitant. Yes, he smiled and said:
"Martin, I dare to tell you this news. I am not afraid that NBC will take away your variety show rights, because they will not produce more than me, and the decision-makers of this company are all wage earners. How can you say something like me? Decide!"
"I can be sure that just discussing whether to buy your variety show rights will take them half a year. Negotiating the details of the contract will take forever. They will not be as happy as I am."
"Oh, then Rupert, why don't you wait a minute?"
Merkedo sighed,"Because I'm afraid of what might happen!"[]
Just break it off, the old man's courage is still there, Martin silently gave him a thumbs up in his heart.
After the business is done, it’s party time.
As soon as Martin and Mercado appeared, they were surrounded by people who wanted to make friends.
Drew, on the other hand, was chatting with a beautiful blonde.
Martin glanced at it and recognized it.
Gwyneth Paltrow.
This girl, like Drew, is Spielberg's goddaughter, and the relationship between the two is acceptable.
I don't know if he was happy about something, but Martin saw Gwyneth Paltrow laughing and waving her arms, while Drew also leaned forward and backward.
"Yes, yes, I didn’t expect that I would marry Chris. Love came so unexpectedly, and I felt that he was the person of my life."Gwyneth said with a laugh and showed off the ring on her finger.
"It's too sudden. Aren't you planning a wedding?" Drew said with a smile.
"Besides, true love requires no ceremony. By the way, are you still prepared to stay with Martin and share him with other women?
Drew laughed and said,"Like you said, true love doesn't need a ceremony!""
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