[1][2] Reel One was initially founded by Tom Berry under the name “Première Bobine” and registered in Montreal, Quebec, in 2001.

Tom Berry was previously CEO of Allegro Films, a Canadian entertainment company, which was sold and integrated into the Groupe Québecor in 1997.

[5] Reel One produces on average 100 to 120 television movies a year - including romance, Christmas and thrillers - and original series.

In July 2019, French television company Newen agreed to acquire a majority stake in Reel One from Berry.

[6] Two years later, Lifetime parent A&E Networks announced it had taken a 35% stake in the company.