Passion Distribution’s MIPCOM 2025 slate offers a rich and diverse array of programming for global audiences – from exciting new entertainment formats and ambitious historical storytelling to insightful, eye-opening documentaries, absorbing lifestyle and gripping true crime.
Passion Distribution’s entertainment slate boasts two new formats from RTL Studios, reinforcing its reputation as a powerhouse in the global formats space.
In #COUPLECHALLENGE, duos push themselves in jaw-dropping physical and mental contests to win €100,000 – with twists, rivalries and real emotion. Meanwhile, WORLD OF WONDERS sees three celebrity teams face off in an epic quiz show celebrating the planet’s most jaw-dropping natural wonders, extreme locations, and wildlife.
Premium history is highlighted with THE WHITE HOUSE (4 x 60’), produced by Nutopia for Fox Nation. In this brand-new drama-doc, the doors of the world’s most famous building are thrown open, its secrets and scandals uncovered. The opening season chronicles the first Presidential families to live in the White House – the pivotal figures of John & Abigail Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James & Dolley Madison – revealing their turbulent, often shocking family lives, all played out as the young nation fights for its identity, its survival and its future.
Also delving into history, THE QUEST FOR CAMELOT (1 x 60’), produced by Pioneer Productions for Thirteen, WNET GROUP and SBS, follows Professor Mark Horton as he uses cutting-edge scanning technology and fresh archaeological evidence to investigate whether the legend of Camelot may be rooted in truth.
From historical mysteries to modern-day explorations, WHAT HAPPENS IN VEGAS (2 x 60’), produced by Northern Child Productions for BBC Three, sees investigative journalist Tir Dhondy lift the lid on a city of extremes — where anything can happen — and reveals the dramatic transformation of Las Vegas beyond the clichés.
Contemporary and thought-provoking, IN REAL LIFE (45 x 30’), produced by Evident Media for Scripps News, brings viewers into the heart of stories shaping our world — from AI breakthroughs in animal communication and the environmental impact of deep-sea mining, to the rise of women in motorsport. With globe-trotting correspondents and cinematic storytelling, this series offers sharp journalism with a human touch.
On a lighter not property expert Sarah Beeny returns in I BOUGHT IT AT AUCTION WITH SARAH BEENY (6 x 60’), produced by Little Gem and Knockers TV for Channel 4. Beeny unearths auction bargains and gives forgotten treasures a new lease of life.
ANGUS ASHWORTH’S YORKSHIRE COUNTRY HOUSE WEEKEND (8 x 60’), produced by Air TV for Really, sees the charismatic auctioneer revive the spirit of the 1930s country house weekend. In each episode, Angus searches dusty attics for hidden treasures to raise funds to help save some of Britain’s most beautiful, crumbling stately homes.
The slate also welcomes the return of established favourites: STACEY DOOLEY SLEEPS OVER S4 (3 x 60’, Firecracker Films) continues Stacey’s immersive journeys into unique family dynamics across the UK, while FREDDIE FLINTOFF’S FIELD OF DREAMS S3 (4 x 60’, South Shore) continues Freddie’s mission to change the lives of teenagers in underrepresented communities through his love of sports.
Passion Distribution’s true crime offering continues to grow with high-impact stories that resonate:
THE MURDER OF NICK BILLINGHAM (1 x 60’), produced by Mentorn Media for ITV, investigates a chilling case of domestic betrayal and murder that shocked the UK.
Returning hits round out the crime offering with I MET MY MURDERER ONLINE S2 (26 x 30’, 4:44 Production + Development) which explores digital-age relationships with deadly consequences, while KILLER AT THE CRIME SCENE S4 (10 x 60’, Spun Gold) breaks down real cases through the critical forensic evidence gathered in the golden hour.
