PCCW Media has announced that its six-part premium drama series THE SEASON, produced in partnership with global entertainment company SK Global (Crazy Rich Asians, Thai Cave Rescue, Delhi Crime), was acquired by Hulu for U.S. distribution earlier this year. Additionally, Fremantle has signed on to lead international sales, with the support of De Maio Entertainment, launching this October at MIPCOM. The show was commissioned by Viu and will air in its 15 markets as a Viu Original.
The English language series features an international cast including Jessie Mei Li (Shadow and Bone), three-time Golden Horse winner and Hong Kong’s very own Karena Lam, Chris Pang (Interior Chinatown), Justin Chien (The Brothers Sun), Yvonne Chapman (Avatar: The Last Airbender), with Celina Jade (Wolf Warrior 2) and Toby Stephens (Percy Jackson And The Olympians). The cast is joined by Kōki, winner of the Rising Star of Asia Award 2025, Lee Jae-yoon (Physical 100 S2), and reality talent show King Maker V winner Lyman Heung, with special appearances by Hong Kong stars Anson Lo @MIRROR and Marf Yau @COLLAR.
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Hong Kong, THE SEASON is a high-gloss drama that follows a group of close-knit friends gathering for a summer of sun-drenched fanfares as the boating season begins. This thrilling saga unfolds as a young newcomer joins this society for the summer where secrets are revealed, the line between ally and enemy blurs, and ambitions could change everything. THE SEASON promises a visually stunning drama where nothing is as it seems.
Janice Lee, Managing Director, PCCW Media Group and CEO, Viu, said, “We are thrilled to have THE SEASON stream on Hulu in the U.S. and to partner with Fremantle for international distribution, bringing this intriguing and riveting emotional ride to a global audience. The series will also be available on Viu across all of its markets. Developed in collaboration with our production partner SK Global, the series immerses viewers in Hong Kong’s pulsating energy through stunning visuals ensuring the show is both authentic and relatable to a global audience.”
Chloe Dan, EVP, Head of Television, SK Global said, “THE SEASON is a story with truly universal appeal, and we are thrilled to collaborate with Hulu to bring it to U.S. audiences. As SK Global continues to expand its footprint across the world, this series represents the kind of distinctive, premium storytelling we’re proud to champion on a global stage.”
The series is created and executive produced by Yalun Tu. Tu previously co-created the Amazon Japan series My Undead Yokai Girlfriend and worked on series including NCIS : Hawaii & Wu Assassins. Chilean director Marialy Rivas (The Jetty) serves as lead director and executive producer; with Janice Lee and Agatha Lo as executive producers for PCCW Media and Chloe Dan, Matt Aragachi and Dylan Tarason for SK Global.
