In the wake of the breakout success of BBC One comedy Daddy Issues, Fremantle and Fudge Park are solidifying their partnership with a first look and development deal which will see Fremantle become the primary home for all of Fudge Park’s upcoming scripted projects. The UK indie will work closely with Fremantle’s Global Drama and International Distribution divisions to help develop its drama and comedy slate, growing its global footprint and forging pathways into new territories. The deal was … [Read more...] about Fremantle & Fudge Park Productions Partner With First Look Development Deal
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Swiss Studios AG: New Swiss Film Studio Focuses on Creativity and Innovation
A coalition of leading film production companies has founded Swiss Studios AG in Zurich. Five leading Swiss and internationally active production companies are joining forces to form Swiss Studios AG. The newly formed company aims to drive the development and production of innovative and high-quality content in the fields of film, documentaries, series, and television from Switzerland for Switzerland, Europe, and the international market. "We are delighted to have taken a groundbreaking … [Read more...] about Swiss Studios AG: New Swiss Film Studio Focuses on Creativity and Innovation
Keshet Germany secures order for MESSIAH from ProSiebenSat.1’s JOYN
Leading German scripted production company Keshet Germany has been commissioned by JOYN to produce the first local adaptation of Keshet’s comedy Messiah (Mashiach), an Israeli format distributed globally by Keshet International. Based on the series created by L. Benasuly Productions, Dana Pollig and Udi Kagan that aired on Keshet 12 and Cellcom, Messiah is a scripted situation comedy centering on a one-hit-wonder stuck in his 90s moment of success, now running his mother’s former restaurant, … [Read more...] about Keshet Germany secures order for MESSIAH from ProSiebenSat.1’s JOYN
STUDIOCANAL announces Werewolves a brand-new entertainment format
STUDIOCANAL announces WEREWOLVES, a riveting new entertainment format based on the boardgame phenomenon which commands deception, skill and trust in order to succeed. Created by Presque Prod, JAAD Productions and CANAL+, this innovative format has already won over French audiences and is now on its way to conquer the global market as STUDIOCANAL and JAAD Productions launch worldwide sales at MIPCOM. The 8 x 40’ series is a nail-biting strategy game unfolding in real-time. This highly … [Read more...] about STUDIOCANAL announces Werewolves a brand-new entertainment format
Talpa Studios’ hit quiz format The Floor expands to 20 countries
Talpa Studios’ internationally successful quiz format The Floor continues to break boundaries and has now reached a new milestone: in just one and a half years, the format has been sold to 20 countries. After an impressive first year, during which The Floor set global records, five new territories have now joined the growing list of successful adaptations, solidifying its position as one of the fastest-growing formats worldwide. Recordings for multiple countries are taking place at Talpa … [Read more...] about Talpa Studios’ hit quiz format The Floor expands to 20 countries
Global Screen acquires thriller new dramas for MIPCOM
Leading European distributor Global Screen - part of Pan-European Production and Distribution Studio Vuelta - has acquired brand new dramas to launch to buyers at MIPCOM next week. Crime thriller Murder on the Inca Trail - available as 4 x 45’ or 2x 90’ - is produced by Westside for ARD Degeto/BR and stars Nina Gummich (Alice; Charité), Thomas Prenn (Die Mittagsfrau, Deutsches Haus) and many more. How do you solve a murder on the remote Inca Trail, with no witnesses, no weapon and no … [Read more...] about Global Screen acquires thriller new dramas for MIPCOM