Having previously announced keynotes with Disney+ EMEA, SkyShowtime and Fremantle, Laurence Herszberg, founder and general director of Series Mania, has announced two additional keynotes confirmed for this year’s Series Mania Forum (March 24–26), the industry arm of the Series Mania Festival (March 20–27). The first, set for Tuesday March 24th 15:00, is Nicole Morganti, Head of Originals Southern Europe, and Thomas Dubois, Head of French Originals, for Prime Video. The second, to be held on March 24th at 16:00, is Sarah Aubrey, Head of Original Programming for HBO Max.
The Prime Video keynote “International Stories, Global Communities” will highlight the company’s 2026 non-English language International Originals that are capturing young adult audiences and building passionate fandoms. Prime Video is at the forefront of this shift, with a slate of International Originals consistently building devoted fan bases beyond their country of origin and that young adults around the world are making their own. Morganti and Dubois will share insights, explore what it means to be a global hit in 2026 and share some exclusive sneak peaks of what’s coming soon in Europe.
The HBO Max keynote “Local Creators Are At The Heart” will explore how the streamer is partnering with talent across the region to develop bold, original series that captivate local audiences while unmistakably reflecting the creative excellence and storytelling legacy of HBO. From championing distinctive creative voices and culturally specific perspectives to giving storytellers the freedom to take risks, Aubrey will share how HBO Max’s international originals strategy is evolving – and what it means for the future of premium scripted storytelling on a global stage.
“Sarah, Nicole and Thomas stand among the most influential voices driving the evolution of global television today. We are thrilled to host them in Lille, where they will present their strategic visions for HBO Max and Prime Video, respectively, offering invaluable perspective on the rapidly shifting international marketplace and what audiences worldwide can expect in 2026,” said Herszberg.
