World Screen August 2020

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AUGUST 2020

WWW.WORLDSCREEN.COM

THE MAGAZINE OF INTERNATIONAL MEDIA

Format Trends Panel / WorldScreenings: Crown Media, pocket.watch, Artist View, SynProNize & Vuulr / Profiles of all3media’s All Creatures Great and Small, Global Screen’s Turbulent Skies & MISTCO’s Melek “A Mother’s Struggle” / GMA Network Turns 70 / Drama In-Demand: Turkish, Scandi & Period Real In-Demand: True Crime, Lifestyle & History / Formats In-Demand: Game Shows

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CONTENTS

AUGUST 2020 6 WORLD VIEW By Mansha Daswani.

8 FORMAT STRATEGIES: ADAPTING TO THE TIMES A video panel featuring executives from BBC Studios, ViacomCBS International Studios, ITV Studios and Banijay Rights.

10 BEHIND-THE-SCENES An in-depth look at all3media international’s All Creatures Great and Small.

14 JEWELS IN THE CROWN Crown Media International Distribution’s Francisco J. González on the global appeal of the company’s TV-movie lineup.

18 FLYING HIGH IN TURBULENT SKIES Producer Idse Grotenhuis and director Joram Lürsen discuss the new period drama from Global Screen.

20 MILESTONES GMA Network is marking its 70th anniversary.

24 CREATOR’S CORNER Süreyya Yaşar Önal, producer of MISTCO’s hit series Melek “A Mother’s Struggle”, along with leading cast members discuss the success of the drama, which is back for a second season.

26 SPOTLIGHT Thanda Belker on pocket.watch’s franchise-building strategy.

28 INDEPENDENT SPIRIT Scott J. Jones discusses Artist View Entertainment’s successful partnerships with filmmakers.

32 STORIES THAT TRAVEL SynProNize co-founders Nitin Michael and Hasnaa Descuns on their plans for the new content production and distribution agency.

36 MARKET TRENDS Ian McKee on how Vuulr is revolutionizing the business of content sales.

59 IN-DEMAND: PERIOD Three compelling historical dramas.

62 IN-DEMAND: TURKISH SERIES Hit new and returning series from Turkey.

66 IN-DEMAND: SCANDINAVIAN DRAMA Shows from this region have moved well beyond Nordic noir.

70 IN-DEMAND: TRUE CRIME Hit series in the factual crime space.

74 IN-DEMAND: LIFESTYLE New food, design, reality and travel shows.

80 IN-DEMAND: HISTORY These docs deliver unique perspectives on the past.

84 IN-DEMAND: GAME SHOWS Compelling studio formats that can easily fill empty slots.

88 TRENDING ON WORLDSCREENINGS.COM The most-viewed clips on our video portal for the last 30 days.

Publisher Ricardo Seguin Guise Group Editorial Director Anna Carugati Editor Mansha Daswani Executive Editor Kristin Brzoznowski Associate Editor Chelsea Regan Editor, Spanish-Language Publications Elizabeth Bowen-Tombari Contributing Editor Elizabeth Guider Production & Design Director David Diehl Online Director Simon Weaver Art Director Phyllis Q. Busell Senior Sales & Marketing Manager Dana Mattison Sales & Marketing Coordinator Genovick Acevedo Business Affairs Manager Andrea Moreno Contributing Writers Steve Clarke Andy Fry Joanna Stephens Jay Stuart David Wood

Ricardo Seguin Guise President

41 PROGRAM LISTINGS Highlights from several distributors.

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Anna Carugati Executive VP Mansha Daswani Associate Publisher & VP of Strategic Development

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WORLD VIEW

BY MANSHA DASWANI

Accelerating Change In February, when COVID-19 was upending everyday life in China and Hong Kong but pretty much nowhere else, Conviva declared 2020 was going to be the “year of streaming media,” setting the stage for a “titanic shift” in the decade ahead.

Lockdown measures across the globe saw streaming surge in April before moderating somewhat. But even as some countries were able to return to a version of normal, streaming was up by 58 percent and 49 percent in May and June, respectively, compared to last year. Streaming is taking over in many markets and the pandemic has only sped that up. “Record-high households have dropped their cable or satellite TV package as more streaming platforms have entered the fray,” PwC said in a recent Deals Insights report. “While the return of live sports will draw some viewers back, COVID-19 has clearly accelerated the disruption, with many households opting for multiple streamers at a lower total cost than their cable package.”

I’m reconsidering my cable package, mostly because I feel like that ecosystem is abandoning me, and not the other way around.

For years I have kept cable mostly for news and sports (and I happen to like random channel surfing). My news channels are still there for me, but I recently discovered I would need three separate subscriptions (Peacock, ESPN+ and CBS All Access) to watch Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League—three! The movement of sports to the streaming space is likely to completely upend the economics of that sector going forward (which, given the Netflix effect on drama and kids’ programming, should not come as a surprise). A titanic shift indeed.

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Format Strategies: Adapting to the Times Executives from BBC Studios, ViacomCBS International Studios, ITV Studios and Banijay Rights took part in a virtual panel session about navigating the challenges and opportunities facing the formats business, moderated via video conference by Kristin Brzoznowski, World Screen’s executive editor.

Held under the theme Format Strategies: Adapting to the Times, the panel featured Sumi Connock, creative director of formats for BBC Studios; Laura Burrell, global head of formats at ViacomCBS International Studios; Maarten Meijs, president of global entertainment at ITV Studios; and Andrew Sime, VP of formats at Banijay Rights. The group weighed in on how entertainment has fared relative to other genres amid production shutdowns and how each of their companies has adapted accordingly.

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BEHIND THE SCENES

By Kristin Brzoznowski

Revisiting

All Creatures Great and Small cclaimed executive producer and former president of HBO Films, Colin Callender—whose TV credits include Angels in America and Wolf Hall—took part in an exclusive interview with World Screen to talk about Playground’s latest series, All Creatures Great and Small. He was joined by show producer Melissa Gallant in a session moderated by Kristin Brzoznowski, World Screen’s executive editor.

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All Creatures Great and Small is a new adaptation of a series of best-selling novels about a young Scottish vet working in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales. Produced by Callender’s Playground, the show preserves the rich spirit, tone and values of James Herriot’s iconic characters and the stories are set in the picturesque English countryside. The expertly crafted series takes us back to the 1930s, evoking memories of a simpler time.

As Callender notes, “The whole point of revisiting the series was that we felt that there was an appetite for harking back to days gone by, a time when family and community were the sort of core values at the heart of life. We felt there was a way to make it work

All Creatures Great and Small is being rolled out by all3media international.

for a contemporary audience, that the psychological underpinning of the characters could be further explored. We felt that the role of women in this society could be dramatized more fully and had the opportunity to shoot in glorious high-definition technology, which brings the world of the Yorkshire Dales to life in a fresh way.

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we would sit down and watch television together when we were growing up. And my feeling was that audiences want that, and that’s clearly what’s happened during the lockdown.”

The narrative follows James Herriot (Nicholas Ralph’s screen debut) as he embarks on his dream of becoming a vet. Samuel West (Mr Selfridge, On Chesil Beach) joins as Siegfried Farnon, the wonderfully eccentric veterinary surgeon who reluctantly hires the recently qualified Herriot. The cast also includes Anna Madeley (The Child in Time, Patrick Melrose) as resident house-

“We felt that there was an appetite for harking back to days gone by.”

—Colin Callender

keeper Mrs Hall; Callum Woodhouse (The Durrells) as Siegfried’s younger brother Tristan and Rachel Shenton (Switched at Birth, White Gold) as Helen Alderson, an independent local farmer’s daughter. The supporting cast includes Nigel Havers (Chariots of Fire), Matthew Lewis (Harry Potter) and the inimitable Dame Diana Rigg (Game of Thrones, Victoria), not to mention a whole host of charming animals.

All Creatures Great and Small is a Playground production for Masterpiece on PBS and Channel 5 in association with all3media international and Screen Yorkshire.

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ROMANTIC COMEDIES

DRAMAS

MYSTERIES

CHRISTMAS

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Crown Media’s Ruby Herring Mysteries.

JEWELS

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Crown Media’s Francisco J. González on the global appeal of the company’s TV-movie lineup.

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resh out of its most-watched second quarter in over a decade, Crown Media Family Networks has unveiled a bevy of highlights from its upcoming roster of holiday programming. Indeed, Hallmark Channel’s Countdown to Christmas and sister network Hallmark Movies & Mysteries’ holiday franchise, Miracles of Christmas, have become calendar staples for audiences in the U.S., drawing nearly 85 million unduplicated viewers each year.

For the global marketplace, Crown Media International Distribution will offer all-new original movies that are part of Hallmark’s record-breaking Countdown to Christmas annual event. “International viewers have cozied up to Hallmark holiday movies,” says Francisco J. González, senior VP of international distribution. “Each year we see more territories and networks showcasing this lineup.”

But of course, the overall offering is much bigger than holiday. Hallmark has a highly popular slate of original romantic comedy movies, which have a large following around the globe. “At the heart of these movies—shot all over the world, from Iceland to Rome to Vienna—are fun, compelling storylines that keep our viewers coming back for more,” González says.

And Hallmark Signature Mystery Series also continue to perform strongly in the international market. “The winning formula behind our mystery programming is the intriguing plots and undeniable chemistry between the leads.”

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Crown Media International Distribution has found success all over the world with its catalog of Crown Media Family Networks’ original signature content.

“More than ever, audiences around the world are looking for feel-good programming, and Crown Media is the leading destination for original content that connects with viewers,” says González. “Our lineup offers a unique experience that only Hallmark can provide, and that [buyers] can program during every season, all year round.”

“Hallmark is one of the most well-known, beloved and respected brands in the world.”

—Francisco J. González

The company has had success in licensing programming to its international partners as well as in expanding the brand along with the content. In Canada, the W Network airs a Hallmark Channel branded programming block every weekend. Also, the Hallmark TV SVOD service has rolled out in the U.K. “Hallmark is one of the most well-known, beloved and respected brands in the world,” González says. “The key to our success has been following the roadmap of this iconic brand to create quality programming that represents and honors the Hallmark name and brand promise.”

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JOIN THE GLOBAL FILM & TV CONTENT MARKETPL LACE

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IN THE NEWS

Flying High in

Turbulent Skies new series from Global Screen is set in the formative early days of Dutch aviation. Alexandra Heidrich, Global Screen’s head of acquisitions and sales for international TV and SVOD, gathered the company’s sales team for a video interview with Turbulent Skies producer Idse Grotenhuis and director Joram Lürsen.

The eight-part drama is embedded in the history of the Roaring Twenties and Dirty Thirties. The story portrays the feud fought between Albert Plesman (director of KLM) and

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Anthony Fokker (a famous pilot and aircraft manufacturer) between 1919 and 1939.

Although both men shared a passion for flying, they couldn’t have been more different. Born to humble means, Plesman was an honest, hard-working family man who was happily married all his life. Fokker came from a wealthy family and was a notorious playboy and womanizer who didn’t play by the rules. The two men were intrinsically tied together, though: Plesman needed airplanes to keep the ailing KLM afloat, and Fokker needed a big customer

Watch a clip of Turbulent Skies on WorldScreenings.com.

to buy his planes. Despite their differences, they jointly ensured that the Netherlands became a global player in the field of aviation.

The series is in line with the state-of-the-art drama that’s so popular with TV audiences today. It depicts a historical setting with dynamic camera work, cutting-edge visual effects and highend art direction. Scheduled to broadcast on NPO 1 this fall, it is produced by Topkapi Series, in co-production with Avrotros.

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GMA Network @ 70 Filipino broadcaster GMA Network is marking its 70th birthday this year..By Kristin Brzoznowski

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tarting from a radio station in Manila in 1950, GMA Network has evolved into a broadcast giant that provides audiences across the Philippines as well as around the world with top-flight programming, maintaining a leading position in the marketplace.

This means there’s much to celebrate with its 70th anniversary.

GMA Network’s programming has been sold around the world, and the deal-making continued over the last few months amid the coronavirus pandemic. “Buyers continue to look for fresh content that will draw and maintain viewership,” says Roxanne J. Barcelona, VP of GMA Network’s worldwide division. “GMA has an extensive library of content assets that provide solutions to help programmers continue to excite and engage their viewers.”

Traditional dramas, with themes focused on betrayal and revenge, continue to prove popular with partners in key territories such as Southeast Asia and Latin America, according to Barcelona. “However, there is an increased interest in nontraditional dramas with themes like crime, the supernatural and suspense. We find that the audience is attracted to these themes because of the intrigue and controversies, the thrill and excitement that our dramas have. These become a form of escape for viewers, especially during this time of a global pandemic.”

Among the dramas that GMA Network has recently licensed in Southeast Asia and Latin America are A Place in Your Heart, Ysabel and The Half Sisters. “We believe that GMA dramas appeal to many viewers looking for themes that revolve around modern-day issues that affect society, give hope and touch the hearts of viewers,” says Barcelona.

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the last 70 years. “Reaching seven decades is not an easy feat for any company in any industry,” says Felipe L. Gozon, chairman and CEO of GMA Network. “Needless to say, there were many challenges along the way, but we are very proud of what we have achieved so far through our people’s dedication and our commitment to genuine public service.

“Aside from being the Philippines’ largest TV network in terms of stations and reach, GMA has also cemented its position as the country’s leading and most trusted in the industry with numerous

“Reaching seven decades is not an easy feat for any company in the industry.”

—Felipe L. Gozon

recognitions here and abroad,” he continues. “We, however, do not rest on our laurels as we continuously strive to deliver only the best for our stakeholders, our beloved Kapuso, because that is what they deserve. In time for our 70th anniversary celebration, we unveiled our own digital TV receiver, the GMA Affordabox, as well as our new digital channel, dubbed Heart of Asia.”

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competitive price—which is significantly lower than the usual price of what our competitors offer in the market—the GMA Affordabox also has features that are suited for the evolving content consumption habits of Filipinos as it comes with a built-in multimedia player and a personal video recorder to enable them to record and rewatch their favorite GMA shows,” Gozon says.

Watch a clip of Dragon Lady on WorldScreenings.com.

This type of innovation is part of what has helped to keep GMA in its market-leading position throughout the years. “In order to maintain our lead and surpass our own achievements, we continue to evolve in content, platforms, technology and work process,” says Gozon. “Over the years, we have produced many game-changing and innovative programs and projects that created an impact in the TV industry and even, to a certain extent, in the Filipino culture.

“We continue to provide our viewers with a healthy balance of credible and relevant news and public-affairs programming as well as meaningful storylines for entertainment,” he adds. “At GMA, quality is part of our daily drill, as we believe that quality content wins, no matter the platform.”

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CREATOR’S CORNER

Melek Returns üreyya Yaşar Önal, producer of MISTCO’s hit series Melek “A Mother’s Struggle”, joined leading cast members to talk about key points behind the success of the series and the characters at its heart.

There’s a theme of female strength and empowerment that runs throughout Melek “A Mother’s Struggle”. The story centers on Melek—played by Turkish actress Nehir Erdoğan— a powerful woman who is willing to sacrifice everything for her children and stop at nothing to protect them.

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Broadcast by TRT 1 and produced by ÜS Yapım, the drama is among the series dominating ratings on Wednesday nights.

Alongside its local success, Melek “A Mother’s Struggle” has gained traction in international markets. In addition to previous sales, just as the pandemic hit, the drama was licensed to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Israel, Iran, North Macedonia, Croatia and Montenegro. New deals are soon to be announced.

Watch a clip of Melek “A Mother’s Struggle” on WorldScreenings.com.

The second season will be launched on September 2. In this season, the story will carry the audience to another part of the journey and focus on an unfinished love story between Melek and Halil.

Aysegul Tuzun, managing director at MISTCO, says, “Melek “A Mother’s Struggle” attracts every woman at the same point: motherhood. The story reflects common points from our lives, and I believe that this is the most important point that makes a series successful. International sales success comes along with this touching story, and we are very happy to see our series travel the world.”

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SPOTLIGHT

By Kristin Brzoznowski

Thanda Belker pocket.watch oasting more than 25 million YouTube subscribers for his channel Ryan’s World, 9-year-old Ryan Kaji has gone from posting online videos of him and his family to a full-fledged franchise known the world over—thanks to the backing of pocket.watch. pocket.watch has positioned itself as a new kind of studio, creating global franchises from the YouTube stars and characters loved by Generation Alpha. The company

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partners with the top creators in digital media to produce content and associated products, ranging from toys to toothbrushes to TV shows.

Alongside Ryan—whose brand profile includes the live-action series Ryan’s Mystery Playdate, which has reached more than 33 million viewers across Nickelodeon and Nick Jr. over the course of three seasons—pocket.watch’s roster includes the successful HobbyKidsTV and Jason Vlogs. The company recently unveiled its brand plans around 6-year-old Diana from the YouTube channel Kids Diana Show.

The Love, Diana franchise for kids ages 2 to 7 includes expansion of her YouTube channel—said to be the third-largest in the pocket.watch is building a franchise around world—while extending the YouTube star Diana. into gaming, OTT streaming and a consumer-products line, including toys and apparel.

Thanda Belker, the senior VP of global distribution at pocket.watch, spoke to Kristin Brzoznowski, executive editor of World Screen, via video conference about the company’s global franchise-building strategy and the power of pocket.watch’s incredibly popular content creators in connecting with Generation Alpha everywhere they are.

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ndent S pirit Scott J. Jones, the president of Artist View Entertainment, reflects on 30 years of building relationships. By Kristin Brzoznowski hen Scott J. Jones launched Artist View Entertainment back in September 1991, he did so with the aim to establish a fair alternative for independents working in the movie business and has since worked to cultivate the lasting relationships that form the bedrock of much of its dealings today. “I wanted to build a company that was based on repeat business,” says Jones.

“Where we sit in the business is, we know the people who make the movies and we know the people who buy the movies.

Producers are pretty resilient, and if it’s their passion, they continuously find ways to get their next movie made and the next one after that. My idea was, if I could be a safe home for them always to know they’ve got their distribution in place, that would make my life easier! From one movie to the next, you also hope that their films get better, so the idea was that as their movies got better, we got better product. We wanted to build slowly but surely in that way.

“We have so many customers who have come back over the years; it’s probably the thing that I’m most proud of,” Jones says.

“I have represented ten or more projects from at least eight to ten different production companies.”

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Every year has been a milestone, he says, but earning clients’ ongoing business has been an important element in Artist View’s survival. While the company has never had any “big home runs,” it has made it work by hitting “a lot of singles and doubles,” according to Jones. And it has done so on the back of a diverse catalog. “Our ‘niche’ is…we don’t have one,” he says.

“Why would I want Artist View to be known as ‘the sci-fi distributor’ or the ‘family movie distributor’ when you could have a certain number of years when one genre could be in vogue and

“We will continue to acquire and represent films that we feel have a place in today’s world.”

—Scott J. Jones

then nobody wants it anymore,” he continues. “Part of our longevity is in having a diverse catalog.”

In the absence of physical markets to attend at the moment, Artist View is focused on increasing its presence in the world of social media and making strategic announcements to the marketplace as it acquires new content. “We will continue to acquire and represent films that we feel have a place in today’s world,” says Jones. “We are also developing projects at a pitch and fully completed script level that we will be presenting to key accounts who prebuy projects.”

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SynProNize Co-Founders Nitin Michael and Hasnaa Descuns on their plans for the new content production and distribution agency.

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new player in the international market, SynProNize is built around the three pillars that inspired its name: syndication, production and monetization. The company was co-founded by industry alums Nitin Michael and Hasnaa Descuns, who shared a desire to find a new way of approaching the content business.

“While working in the Middle East and Africa, we realized that there were many channels and platforms that required competent resources, or partners, to help them efficiently acquire or produce content and subsequently monetize it in a strategic way to ensure maximum returns,” Michael explains.

“Additionally, there was a strong desire among local creators for their content to travel across to other markets. We felt that there was a need for a professional agency that could help potential partners make the most from their content. We also felt that there was room for SynProNize to facilitate a mutually beneficial relationship between individuals or companies looking to invest in content as well as content creators and producers who are looking at getting their cash flows financed.”

Syndication is the company’s initial focus, Descuns explains.

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Turkey and South Asia. We will also exclusively represent large content portfolios from these geographies in Africa, the Middle East and AsiaPac. Having said that, we are very open to representing content from other markets as well.”

The company is already working across multiple categories. It has entered into licensing agreements for dramas from the Middle East, India and Pakistan to be broadcast on channels in Africa, and licensed a significant volume of animated content in Africa. The company exclusively represents Kappela, a South Indian romantic

“As a new company, we can be very adaptable to incorporating new ways of doing business.”

—Nitin Michael

thriller. “We have already been distributing this movie across multiple platforms and are thrilled that it is currently being streamed on Netflix as well,” Descuns says.

Michael acknowledges that in this unprecedented time of COVID-19, and especially as a new company, there are challenges that lie ahead. “However, we are fortunate to have strong industry support and a solid, premium portfolio at the start and are quite optimistic about our success. As a new company, we can be very adaptable to incorporating new ways of doing business and look forward to making SynProNize a name around the globe.”

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MARKET TRENDS

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an McKee, founder and CEO of Vuulr, talks to World Screen about how the company is transforming the business of buying and selling content.

In the international content industry, the traditional way of doing business that has endured for decades has heavily relied on trade events. At Vuulr, the company has digitally transformed the well-worn ways of B2B transactions in the licensing of films and TV shows.

Ian McKee Vuulr “You can now do it online on our platform,” says Ian McKee, founder and CEO of Vuulr. “It’s faster and more efficient when you do it digitally. If we think about it from a buyer’s perspective, we are offering a single destination that presents the aggregated catalogs from more than 3,000 sellers globally, from majors to indies. The buyer has easy-to-use search and filtering tools to search and review content without having to hop (and login) from one website to another. Additionally, since we are so global, you (the buyer) will get access to content that you might not otherwise have found—giving you the opportunity to find those hidden gems that your audience will love.”

Buyers can watch trailers and screeners via Vuulr’s built-in screening rooms and present an offer that the seller can then accept or counter. Deals on Vuulr close, on average, in eight and 36 WORLD SCREEN 8/20

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a half days, according to McKee. This is a boon for both buyers and sellers, the latter of which also benefit from Vuulr taking on marketing responsibilities, using sophisticated digital marketing to reach every country in the world. “We can monetize your whole catalog, truly globally. We’re not just out trying to sell your front catalog; we’re trying to sell Time for Love is available to license on Vuulr.com. your back catalog, as well.

And you only pay us a small commission when we generate revenue for you. We don’t ask for exclusivity. We don’t ask for money upfront. For the sellers, Vuulr is a zero-risk opportunity to be able to generate more revenue.”

While Vuulr existed pre-COVID-19, its business model seems specially designed for the challenges that the content industry is now facing with markets and festivals canceled or postponed. But as McKee believes, the shift from a heavy reliance on face-to-face dealmaking to the convenience of internet-enabled pitches like Content Market LIVE! and online platforms like Vuulr was an inevitable one, with or without a global pandemic.

“When we launched, the efficiency and the economic advantage of doing things digitally were kind of inevitable, but this industry is also one that’s not been very used to change,” he says.

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long time, it’s been a bit of a gravy train. And so, not surprisingly, some still don’t want to believe that it’s changing. But the reality is that COVID-19 now means that you can’t hop on a plane and fly to a meeting, you can’t rent a booth at a market to meet new people and do deals over a bottle of rosé. This new normal for the industry is strongly favoring those who are reinventing the way they work and doing things digitally.”

Among the efficiencies that digital delivers is a streamlining of the process in which the seller gets all of the information needed

“For the sellers, Vuulr is a zerorisk opportunity to be able to generate more revenue.”

—Ian McKee

from the buyer. It eliminates—or, at the very least, curtails—the number of iterations and therefore the time wasted going back and forth about territories and time periods and formats and exclusivity and so on. “What we designed is simple to use and very effective,” says McKee. “We’re a place where you can put your whole catalog, and very often you’ll find that you’ll quickly start getting interest in your content, you’ll get offers and you can start negotiating. It’s a step forward. In light of COVID, it’s a great time to come on and try it out.”

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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS The Deceived (Drama, 4 eps.) A modern take on a classic psychological thriller in this gothic romance from the award-winning producers of The Missing and White House Farm.

One Lane Bridge

The Nest (Drama, 5 eps.) Gripping surrogacy drama from BAFTA and RTS award-winning writer Nicole Taylor that sees a wealthy couple and a teenage girl make a pact that will change their lives forever.

One Lane Bridge (Drama, 6 eps.) An ambitious young detective inadvertently reawakens a spiritual gift that endangers his murder case, his career and even his life in this crime drama with a dark, supernatural edge.

Elephant Hospital (Fact-ent., 2 eps.) Take a trip to the world’s largest elephant hospital in Thailand in this heartwarming series full of uplifting, extraordinary and unexpected stories.

Grayson Perry’s Big American Road Trip (Factent., 3 eps.) The acclaimed artist and broadcaster travels the U.S., applying his unique artist anthropologist’s eye to unpicking the tribal and cultural conflicts that underlie this deeply divided nation.

Celebrity Call Centre (Format) Having recently premiered on E!, this is a format about a call center like no other, where a team of all-star agony aunts are on standby to dish out advice to the public.

Our Baby: A Modern Miracle (Factual, 1 ep.) An intimate documentary about a transgender couple, Hannah and Jake Graf, as they pursue their dream to start a family.

Head High (Drama, 6 eps.) An emotional drama about the hopes, dreams and expectations of growing up in the world of Kiwi college rugby, shown through the eyes of one coach and his family.

All Creatures Great and Small (Drama, 7 eps.)

A stunning adaptation which preserves the warm ARTIST VIEW ENTERTAINMENT spirit, tone and values of James Herriot’s iconic O (1-818) 752-2480 ext. 5 characters and stories, set in the picturesque m sales@artistviewent.com Yorkshire Dales. w www.artistviewent.com Marzi (Drama, 6 eps.) The gripping Indian adaptation of U.K. thriller Liar, telling the story of a night that changes Contact: Scott J. Jones, pres.; Jennifer Dillon, dir., the lives of Sameera and Anurag forever. dist. services; Rachel Jones, sales & acq. asst.

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Saving Paradise

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Saving Paradise (Romantic drama, 1x90 min.)

Just in time for the holidays, this romantic adventure embraces the struggles of small business, determination and love.

Break Even (Action, 1x90 min.) Four friends find $50 million in cash while exploring a remote island, only to learn it was left by the DEA for the cartel in a rogue deal.

Here Awhile (Drama, 1x87 min.) While dealing with a terminal illness, Anna returns home to reconnect with her estranged brother as she considers putting to use the Death with Dignity Act. Acquainted (Romantic adventure, 1x90 min.)

After high school acquaintances reconnect and start spending time together, they begin to question their own long-term relationships.

100 Days to Live (Thriller, 1x90 min.) When a serial killer abducts a young woman’s fiancé, she must race against the clock to discover the identity of the killer, and more importantly—his motive.

To Your Last Death (Animated horror, 1x90 min.)

In a deadly game, Miriam must survive both her father’s need for revenge and the Gamemaster’s ever-changing rules in order to save her siblings.

Soundwave (Sci-fi thriller, 1x90 min.) A teenage boy’s life spirals into chaos when a criminal syndicate discovers he has invented a device that can replay conversations that occurred in the past.

Grace (Drama, 1x100 min.) A quirky drama with comedic overtones in the vein of Ladybird meets Good Will Hunting.

30 and Single (Romantic comedy, 1x97 min.)

Former high school friends drunkenly decide to make good on their promise to marry if they’re both still single and 30.

Axcellerator (Action/sci-fi, 1x90 min.) When a car thief stumbles onto a teleportation device and the girl of his dreams, the invention of the century takes them on an adventure of a lifetime.

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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Corona Diaries (Current affairs, 1x45 min./60 min./90 min.) The Corona pandemic has changed our lives. We trace 30 days of the pandemic using material filmed by protagonists all around the world with their mobile phones.

The Big Deal with Sneakers (Arts/lifestyle, 1x45 min.) There is a massive hype surrounding sneakers, and almost everybody owns a pair. How did shoes become such a big trend and are they really a smart investment?

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D-Day: Wings of Victory (History, 1x52 min.)

Could the Allies have won the war without an aerial offensive in Normandy? We discover what went on behind the scenes of the historical battle and relive one of the first aerial attacks.

Back to Chernobyl (History, 1x52 min.) With survivors and never-before-seen archival footage, we assemble the big picture of what happened during the Chernobyl nuclear disaster.

Botswana—Africa’s Last Wildlife Paradise

Bad Nazi, Good Nazi (History, 1x52 min./80 min.)

Discover the story of Wilm Hosenfeld, a Nazi officer best remembered today for having saved “the Pianist” in Roman Polanski’s remarkable film.

Germany’s Mystic Forest (Nature/wildlife, 1x52 min.) Dark green, impenetrable forests cover the Bergisches Land with secluded valleys and rugged mountain ridges. Accompany us on a journey where we explore every corner of this land.

Human by Chance—The Gene That Made Our Brain Grow (Science/tech., 1x52 min.) Discover the secrets of humanity’s advanced skill set and predominance on Earth. What has caused the rapid growth of our cerebral cortex? Now there finally seems to be an answer.

Botswana—Africa’s Last Wildlife Paradise (People/places, 1x52 min.) Explore the highlights of

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the wild in Botswana. Filmed in 4K, the wildlife footage takes the viewer on an exhilarating safari to the Okavango Delta.

At Our Neighbour’s Table (People/places, 130x30 min.) We offer you the culinary treasures of the people who know it best: farmers, winegrowers, chefs, homemakers and many more. Find out what cooking means in Europe and the rest of the world.

Unknown Carpathians—Hidden Treasures of Romania (People/places, 2x52 min./2x45 min.)

The border regions of Romania are some of Europe’s best kept secrets. We explore these unknown spots on the doorstep of the Carpathian Mountains. No detail goes unnoticed.

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O (44-20) 7013-0000 m sales@banijayrights.com w banijayrights.com PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Informer 3838 (Scripted, 4x45 min.) The dangerous double life of a young female barrister who against all the rules informed police on the criminals she was defending.

The Hunt for a Killer (Scripted, 6x45 min.) Based on a true story, this series follows the unwavering journey of the two detectives who led an investigation, solving numerous homicides in Sweden during the 1980s.

Don’t (Format, 60 min. eps.) From Hollywood superstar Ryan Reynolds and host Adam Scott comes a new show where families can win money by following one simple rule: don’t.

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Magic: Caught on Camera (Factual, 14x30 min.)

This series takes you across the globe featuring an international, diverse group of street magicians and the illusions they’ve mastered.

Ibiza Dreams (Factual, 4x40 min.) Filmed over six weeks, this series follow ten hard-working Brits trying to make it in Ibiza for a better life in the sun.

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The School That Tried to End Racism (Factual & format, 2x60 min.) This bold new series explores a groundbreaking school’s program that tests for unconscious racial bias in an ordinary class of 11to 12-year-old pupils.

One Night in the Museum (Factual & format, 4x60 min.) This series gives children the opportunity to explore Britain’s museums after closing time. With free rein to roam unsupervised, where will their inquisitive minds lead them?

Fight Dirty (Format, 30 min. eps.) Two messy households are challenged to clean up their act to win a cash prize. But unknown to them they will be cleaning their rival’s home instead.

The Truth About Amazon (Factual, 1x60 min.)

This program lifts the lid on everything we need to know about the world’s biggest retail store.

Two Sisters, One Body (Factual, 1x60 min.) The story of teenage conjoined twins. Two entirely separate people, with distinct personalities sharing not only their body but every moment of their teenage lives.

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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Love in Store (Romantic comedy, 1x90 min.)

Two rival home shopping hosts are forced together while competing for a promotion. Along the way they find their on-air chemistry kindles an off-air spark.

Mystery 101 (Mystery, 5x90 min.) English professor Amy uses her crime fiction expertise to unravel cases faster than detective Travis, who ends up working with Amy to catch the killers.

Fashionably Yours (Romantic comedy, 1x90 min.) After years organizing fashion in the city, Lauren decides to move home. But mover Rob makes it his mission to help her see the beauty of Seattle once again.

Love on Iceland (Romantic comedy, 1x90 min.)

Seeking inspiration for work, Chloe gathers her college travel group back together for a trip to Iceland.

When her ex shows up uninvited, sparks fly.

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Ruby Herring Mysteries (Mystery, 3x90 min.)

With the help of the local detective, a news reporter finds a new career solving crime.

Picture Perfect Mysteries (Mystery, 3x90 min.)

A professional photographer teams up with the newest detective on the force to solve the latest murder in their New England small town.

Christmas Under the Stars (Christmas, 1x90 min.) When Nick, a career-focused banker, is fired at Christmastime, he takes a job at a Christmas tree lot owned by a warmhearted widower.

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Christmas at the Plaza (Christmas, 1x90 min.)

Jessica, a historian in a declining romantic relationship, is hired to create a Christmas exhibition at The Plaza Hotel. There, she meets Nick, a handsome decorator who’s been commissioned to deck out the iconic landmark.

Just My Type (Romantic comedy, 1x90 min.) A pop culture writer lands the interview of a lifetime with an illustrious, elusive and reclusive mystery author in his quaint rural town.

The Secret Ingredient (Romantic comedy, 1x90 min.) Kelly, a small-town baker, gets a big surprise when she is invited to compete on a

Valentine’s Day baking show—and an even bigger surprise when she runs into her ex-fiancé.

GLOBAL AGENCY

O (90-212) 241-2693 m info@theglobalagency.tv w www.theglobalagency.tv Contact: Izzet Pinto, fndr. & CEO; Umay Ayaz, head, acq.; Senay Filiztekin, head, drama acq.; Işıl Türkşen, sales dir., Asia; Şenay Taş, sales dir., CEE; Ivan Sanchez, sales dir., LatAm; Gözde Sergili, sales dir., Europe; Deniz Tüzün, sales dir., Russia, CIS; Miroslav Radojevic, sales dir., MENA, Africa; Ekin Gabay, sales dir., North America, Canada, U.K., Australia, New Zealand.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Mr. Wrong (Dramedy, ongoing) A lifetime of betrayal destroys Ezgi’s hopes of ever finding Mr. Right and when she meets the womanizer Ozgur it seems a recipe for disaster, but fate, and nagging mothers, conspire to seek a happy ending.

Aleph (Crime drama, 8x60 min.) Detectives Kemal and Settar pursue a dervish serial killer who sets a series of mysterious clues, launching them on a quest that will make them confront their pasts in a series enriched with traces of Ottoman and Islamic history.

Rise of Empire: Ottoman (Historical epic/docudrama, 6x60 min.) This landmark, event co-production from Hollywood and Turkey chronicles Mehmed II’s fabled rise from 12-year-old child Sultan to ruler of the Ottoman Empire and the founder of Istanbul.

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Gulperi (Drama, 93x60 min.) A woman struggles to fulfill her dreams in the face of a tyrannical family determined to control her every step, battling alone to win the hearts of children turned against her and carve out the loving life she craves.

Cleaning Masters (Reality competition) Five meticulous and sharp contestants who claim they “clean best” will compete against each other in cleaning some very messy and dirty houses.

Glam Squad (Reality competition) Four teams consisting of a hair designer and makeup artist race against time to bring out the best in their gorgeous models, win over the judges and earn a weekly cash prize.

Who Knows Best (Family game show) This game tests how well wives know their husbands, but there is a twist: they will go against someone who knows their husband better than anyone else: his mother.

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The Boy (Drama, 62x60 min.) The life of Akça is turned upside down when she goes in search of the son she gave up for adoption and is drawn into the turmoil of a powerful family that is about to be confronted by its arch enemy Hasan, Akça’s former lover.

Good Singers (Singing ent. format) Talented and untalented singers are going to try to impress our celebrities without actually singing in the first place!

Which team will win its charity the most money and be able to identify the good singers?

Home Quiz (Game show, 45 min. eps.) Celebrities take part from the safety of their homes, competing with each other to win the grand prize. The winner donates the big prize to an organization battling COVID-19.

O (49-89) 2441295-500 m info@globalscreen.de w www.globalscreen.de Contact: André Druskeit, CEO; Alexandra Heidrich, head, acq. & sales, TV intl./SVOD; Kerstin Grünwald, snr. sales mgr., English- & French-speaking territories, LatAm, Africa; Stefanie Hofferbert, snr. sales mgr., Scandinavia, Benelux, Greece; Helge Köhnen, snr. sales mgr., Eastern Europe, Spain, Portugal, Middle East; Stephanie Wang, sales mgr., Asia, Israel, Turkey.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Turbulent Skies (Drama, 8x50 min.) This adventurous drama series portrays the feud fought between the pioneers of civil aviation in Europe, Albert Plesman and Anthony Fokker.

Amber Alert (Drama, 10x45 min.) Jonathan and Valerie are living out the worst nightmare that a

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family can experience: the disappearance of their 13-year-old autistic son, Eliot.

A Good Year (Crime, 8x45 min.) A disgraced engineer and a down-on-his-luck small-time crook hope to strike it rich by claiming to have found Hitler’s wine cellar.

Dark Woods (Crime miniseries, 6x45 min./3x90 min.) Inspired by real-life events, tells the story about a family tragedy, and police officer searching for his missing sister for more than 30 years.

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Top of the Lake and Fangar, combining off-beat locations and gripping psychological profiles.

Mountain Murders (Crime, 16x48 min.) The stories of a mismatched pair of detectives and their family entanglements provide the perfect blend of incidental humor, family life and a varied array of criminal.

Copykiller (Thriller, 1x89 min.) During the investigation of horrific murders, young detective Ria gets into a dangerous game with a ritual killer who destroyed the life of her predecessor.

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Sky Raiders (Family ent., 1x100 min.) Thirteenyear-old Yotam and Noa find an antique plane.

Together with Morris, an elderly loner, they bring the plane back to life for the grand air show.

Petronella Applewitch (Animation, 39x11 min.)

Offers a world of friendship, imagination and a love of nature. A series for children aged from 3 to 10, full of comedy and action.

Witch Hunt (Horror/thriller, 1x97 min.) This gripping mystery-thriller shows what can happen in a modern society when irrational fears and old prejudices take over.

Buried Truth (Crime, 18x60 min.) Prime-time crime series akin to local mysteries like Lillehammer,

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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS A Place in Your Heart (Rivalry drama, 45x45 min.) A good stepmother battles against the evil exwife of the man she loves and the mother of the children she has learned to love.

The Gift (Contemporary drama, 53x45 min.) Joseph may be blind, but he sees what ordinary eyes cannot see—glimpses of past and future events.

My Crown Princess (Romantic comedy, 45x45 min.) Can a man-hater survive a male-dominated field and reach her dream of becoming a female ship captain?

Obsession (Thriller, 35x45 min.) Yvie faces off with a strange rival—the vengeful spirit of her husband’s dead ex-girlfriend, who will stop at nothing to wreak havoc in her life.

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Dragon Lady (Contemporary drama/fantasy, 40x45 min.) Celestina, born with dragon-like features, must unleash her potential, be brave, powerful and empowered like a dragon lady to seek justice and revenge.

For Love or Money (Contemporary drama, 45x45 min.) Will a devoted wife let her fidelity be shaken and give in to an indecent proposal if it is the only way to save her husband’s life?

Love You Two (Romantic comedy, 45x45 min.)

Sisters Raffy and Sam had a perfect relationship until they unintentionally fell in love with the same guy.

Kara Mia (Contemporary drama/fantasy, 50x45 min.) Two sisters grow up as unique individuals, each with her own face and mind, trapped in one body due to a rare genetic malformation.

The Silent Thief (Crime drama, 45x45 min.) In Jessie’s quest to find her abducted son, she uncovers secrets that will point to unlikely suspects and push her to the limit.

Sahaya (Contemporary drama/fantasy, 60x45 min.) Will a young woman’s new world bring her happiness and peace? Or will she return to her roots to find her purpose and destiny?

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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Golden Cage (Drama, 100x45 min.) Zuluf and Kenan are the children of two hostile families. This is the story of an enchanting love born out of revenge.

Hold My Hand (Drama, 206x45 min.) The love story between Azra and Cenk starts with a tragedy but later becomes fortune.

Melek “A Mother’s Struggle” (Drama, S1: 108x45 min., S2: in prod.) The story of a mother who sacrifices everything for her children and will fight to protect them.

My Champion (Drama, 100x45 min.) After his wife passed away, Kafkas, a boxer, decided to give up everything. When he learns that his son has a serious disease, it is time for him to come back for the last round.

The Circle (Drama, 61x45 min.) Kaan is a prisoner and Cihangir is the so-called son of a big mafia member. Both young men are fighting against a criminal organization named The Circle.

Surprise Marriage (Drama, 129x45 min.)

Describes the love of Itir and Tarik, who were born and raised in the same neighborhood, fell in love and secretly married each other in university.

How long can they keep this marriage from their parents?

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Beloved (Drama, 149x45 min.) In order to ignite flames of this love, Aziz sets traps for Feride to get fired from her job and start working for him, but Feride’s hate turns into love at the same intensity.

Resurrection Ertugrul (Drama, 448x45 min.) In this story from the 13th century, our hero Ertugrul, the father of Osman, is struggling to find a home for his tribe and the woman he is in love with.

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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Ice Airport Alaska (Science, 6x60 min.) Watch the drama unfold at Ted Stevens International Airport, Alaska. Despite frigid temperatures and 100mph winds, it’s the only U.S. airport that never shuts down.

V-Day: Volcanic Planet (Science, 1x120 min.) Takes us on a journey to see what would happen if all of the world’s volcanoes erupted on a single day.

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The Last Emperor (Drama, on-air) Sheds light on the real-life story of the last, strongest Ottoman Emperor, Abdulhamid Han, the most modern and innovative Sultan of the Ottoman Empire.

Prisoner of Love (Drama, 227x45 min.) The story of two young people who end up in a contractual Corona: The Pandemic and the Pangolin marriage while hating each other.

Private Lives of the Windsors (History, S2: 3x60 min.) Join us as we examine the private lives of the Windsors across the social and political OFF THE FENCE backdrop of the 1920s, ’30s and ’40s.

O (31-205) 200-222 America’s Arctic: Paradise in Peril m info@offthefence.com (Nature/wildlife, 1x60 min.) Showcasing the w www.offthefence.com splendor of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, Contact: Stefanie Fischer, mng. dir., sales; Rebeca Alaska, one of the last havens for caribou herds Fernandez, sales dir.; Antoine Paul, sales mgr.; Jia and polar bears.

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America’s 2020 (People/culture, 5x60 min.) Follow a diverse and divided group of Americans as they voice their fears, hopes and dreams in the run up to the U.S. elections.

Corona: The Pandemic and the Pangolin (Science, 1x60 min.) Skype with Jane Goodall, Paul Watson and a cast of experts quarantined at home to hear their perspectives on our worst nightmare come true.

The Last Horns of Africa (Nature/wildlife, 1x90 min.) With unprecedented access, a gripping and intimate look at the current rhino poaching war raging across Africa.

The Fixers (Lifestyle, S1-2: 20x60 min.) Four passionate builders donate their building expertise to bring a sense of wellbeing to places all too familiar with hardship.

Who Killed Malcolm X? (Crime, 6x60 min.) Decades after the assassination of African American leader Malcolm X, an activist embarks on a complex mission seeking truth in the name of justice.

ORF-ENTERPRISE

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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Bears of the Karawank Mountains (Wildlife, 1x52 min.) The Bears are back! After virtually disappearing in the 20th century, now the quiet giants are returning, padding through the mountain forests of central Europe.

Bears of the Karawank Mountains

Big Bend—America’s Wildest Frontier (Wildlife, 1x52 min.) The world’s most talked-about frontier is a vast wonderland of serene beauty and epic desert landscapes—home to some of America’a most glorious wildlife.

Leopard Legacy (Wildlife, 1x52 min.) The greatest in-depth account of a leopard’s life ever filmed and tells the story of Fumukasi in the wild savanna.

Charles V—The Emperor (History, 1x52 min.) The film shows Charles V both as a holy warrior and a humanist, with lavishly reenacted scenes and newly rediscovered archival material.

The Salt Saga—White Gold of the Alps (History, 1x52 min.) This documentary investigates the lives and work of the people of Hallstatt and explores especially the central role of women in the prehistoric salt mines.

Victims of the Vikings (History, 1x52 min.) Why did the Vikings hunt humans? The docudrama

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seeks answers to this and other questions and illuminates the history of the Vikings and their slaves.

Soko Kitzbuehel (Series, S1-19: 257x45 min.)

Features a young investigator team as well as a gourmet chef and a countess. The result is a longrunning detective series set in the picturesque Alps.

Tatort—Workout (TV movie, 1x90 min.) In the new crime movie of ORF’s hit show Tatort, the detectives Eisner and Fellner are again looking for clues in criminal cases.

Rookie Robot Explores the World (Kids animation, 26x3 min.) Curious and friendly Rookie Robot explores his world and meets new friends, discovers new things and experiences little adventures in each episode.

The Gypsy Baron (Operetta, 1x150 min.) A young refugee asks for the hand of a rich farmer’s daughter and even fulfils the requirement for a title of nobility and becomes a gypsy baron. A 2020 recording from Volksoper Wien.

POCKET.WATCH

O (1-310) 600-8168 m thanda.belker@pocket.watch w pocket.watch Contact: Stone Newman, chief revenue officer; Thanda Belker, SVP, global dist.; Danny Spronz, mng. dir., EMEA; Anshuman Misra, mng. dir., AsiaPac; Albie Hecht, chief content officer.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Ryan’s Mystery Playdate (Live action, 60x22 min.)

Join Ryan, his parents, and animated friends as they complete challenges and unlock mystery boxes to help him discover who his mystery playdate is.

Ryan’s Mystery Playdate

Ryan’s World Specials: Toon Tales (Animation, 12x22 min.) Introducing Ryan’s World in fullyanimated specials. This series features all of your favorite Ryan’s World characters: Ryan, Gus the Gummy Gator and Combo Panda.

Ryan’s World Specials: Learn & Play (Live action, 15x22 min.) Join Ryan, Gus the Gummy Gator and Combo Panda from Ryan ToysReview as they answer questions only science can solve by performing kid-friendly experiments.

Ryan’s World Specials (Live action, 60x22 min.)

Join Ryan, Gus the Gummy Gator and Combo Panda as they review toys, open surprise eggs and perform kid-friendly science experiments!

Love, Diana (Animated, 40x5.5 min.) Diana protects her friends and the Land of Play from Boris the Baron of Boredom and his minions of the mundane.

Kids Diana Show Ultimate Mishmashes (Live action, 15x22 min.) Features the 5-year-old Ukrainian darling and her family making learning fun through songs, games and creative visual effects.

Jason Vlog’s The Do Crew (Animated, 24x11 min.)

When Jason and his brother Alex need something fixed, built or repaired, they call their friends the Do Crew for help.

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Jillian’s Mystery Craft Box (Live action, 10x10 min.) With the help of her adorable crafting buddies, Jillian must create a craft using only the items given to her in a mystery box.

Onyx Monster Mysteries (Animated, 12x7 min.)

With great compassion and super cool gadgets, the brave Onyx Family works to save the planet’s most endangered species—monsters!

Dollar Toy Squad (Stop-motion animation, 13x9 min.) A ragtag team of plastic bootleg action figures thwart the evil-doings of Rust-O-Tina and her band of maniacal, metal toys.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Chapel (Kappela) (Romantic thriller, 1x113 min.) An accidental meeting brings Vishnu, Jessy and Roy together for a dramatic turn in this romantic thriller.

Maria’s Journey (Seerat) (Family drama, 52x40 min.) Born to a Muslim father and Christian mother, Maria is an outcast in society and makes it her mission to confront the mistreatment. #MeToo (Darr Khuda Se) (Family drama, 32x40 min.) All Afreen wants is a simple life, but fate has something else in store when her brother leaves and she has to support the family.

Obsession (Deewangi) (Family drama, 30x40 min.) While working a menial job to break free from SYNPRONIZE poverty, ambitious Nageen meets and falls in love O (971-55) 658-5663 with an influential politician who changes her life. m info@synpronize.com Inner Beauty (Khoobseerat) (Family drama, w www.synpronize.com 78x40 min.) Dilkash and Mahira are best friends, Contact: Nitin Michael, fndr. & mng. dir.; Hasnaa opposite in nature, however love, marriage, jealDescuns, fndr. & dir., business dvpmt.; Raju ousy and resentment pull them apart as they try to Venkataraman, board advisor. resolve their differences.

The Hypocrite (Munafiq) (Family drama, 60x40 min.) Ujala’s family works for a politician factory owner. After a major factory accident, Ujala must marry the owner’s son to save her family, encountering challenges.

Fate (Muqaddar) (Family drama, 32x40 min.)

Raima, a promising radio journalist, interviews wealthy Saif. They fall in love and marry, however Raima finds herself trapped with an unwelcoming new family and no support.

All About You (Tu Mera Junoon) (Family drama, 58x40 min.) Hayat is pursuing her MBA and chooses to marry Salar over Taimoor, which brings on Obsession (Deewangi)

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traumatic consequences. Loss of beauty tests love and forgiveness.

All for Love (Piya Naam Ka Diya) (Family drama, 72x40 min.) Seamstress Naila marries the successful Waqas and tries overcoming obstacles to create a successful relationship while Babar continues to declare his love for Naila.

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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Chicago at the Crossroad (Doc., 1x54 min./1x77 min.) Much is said about the violence in Chicago’s segregated communities. But what is known about the systems that created the problem? This is the story.

Full Court Press with Greta van Susteren (Current affairs/news, 52x30 min.) In a fair and unbiased manner, Greta gets the facts on today’s current issues so viewers can make informed decisions on important matters for themselves.

MI Healthy Mind (Health/wellness, 34x30 min.)

See the firsthand stories of mental health and social issues in the forefront of today’s world and how personal tragedy is turned into hope.

Justice Rules (Crime, 20x30 min.) In every crime there are stories of survivors and the people left behind. Get unique insight into criminal cases and how victim’s lives were changed forever.

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Before the Fame with Mike Sherman (Ent., 13x30 min.) This celebrity entertainment series will take you down memory lane, featuring today’s brightest stars in sports, music and entertainment all on their journey to top.

Wonderama (Children’s variety, S1: 16x60 min., S2 & 3: 26x30 min.) David Osmond hosts this award-winning variety show for kids. Musical performances, fun science, cooking, messy games and more are packed into every episode.

Sing and Spell (Children’s educational, 27x30 min.) Preschoolers will have fun learning their letters and words as well as singing to songs by Sesame Street songwriter Mark Radice in this entertaining animated series.

P. Allen Smith Garden Style (Lifestyle/gardening, S1-20: 380x30 min.) P. Allen Smith explores the many ways you can grow, cook and design with ways to spark your own creativity in all areas of your life!

Today’s Homeowner with Danny Lipford (Lifestyle/DIY, S1-21: 527x30 min.) In an easy to understand style, Danny expertly covers start-to-finish remodeling projects, home tips and trends that will inspire both experienced and novice DIY enthusiasts.

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The Outsiders Club (Children/wellness, S1-4: 43x30 min.) Kids will see the fun they can have as our hosts and experts guide them in activities that will have them living an active outside lifestyle.

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The Looming Tower (Drama, S1: 10x50 min.)

Based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning book by Lawrence Wright about the rivalry between the FBI and CIA inadvertently causing 9/11.

Plus One (Comedy, 1x99 min.) To survive a summer of wedding fever, Ben and Alice agree to be each other’s plus one for the weddings.

Time for Love (Drama, 1x85 min.) After impulsively jumping on a train, Mikołaj tries to control the chaos spurred in both the train and his life.

Oddbods (Animation, S3: 60x7 min.) A nondialogue kids’ comedy about seven friends surviving the perils of everyday life, where ordinary situations constantly spiral into extraordinary events.

Udan Patolas (Comedy, S1: 12x30 min) A slice-oflife dramedy focusing on the everyday challenges and delights that the city life brings for young women.

Watts on the Grill (Lifestyle, S2: 12x22 min.)

Brings new techniques and creative recipes for grilling up the tastiest barbeque imaginable and entertaining outdoors.

And a Happy New Year (Romance, 1x93 min.) A group of friends, loved ones and complete strangers meet in one place where they face romantic and comical situations.

Aruanas (Crime, S1: 10x60 min.) Three idealistic friends set up an NGO that investigates the activities of a mining company operating in the Amazon rainforest.

The Commuter (Action, 1x105 min.) An insurance salesman gets caught up in a conspiracy carrying life and death stakes for himself and his fellow passengers.

1st Step—From Earth to the Moon (Doc., 1x14 min.) A VR documentary about the breathtaking journey into space following in the tracks of the Apollo missions, from the rocket launch up to their return to Earth.

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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Crime Watch XY (Unscripted, 90 min. eps.) A manhunt series that is now a classic and a successful tool in the fight against criminality.

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Frontlines (History/bio., 8x50 min.) Takes you deep into the heart of battle, to reveal the critical turning points in some of WWII’s most decisive confrontations.

The Return of the Bears (Wildlife/nature, 1x50 min.) The return of the brown bears is the most controversial rewilding program in the history of Europe. Are we ready to coexist with predators?

Freud (Crime/suspense drama, 8x45 min.) Contemporary storytelling meets the decadence of Vienna in the 1890s, as Freud unwittingly becomes part of a nerveracking investigation into a murderous conspiracy.

Top Dog (Crime/suspense drama, 8x45 min.)

Ambitious Swedish lawyer Emily wants to solve a kidnapping. Ex-con Teddy just wants out of the Mafia. Together they are unstoppable.

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Great Inventions (Science/knowledge, 35x50 min.) A celebration of humankind’s great inventions that have completely transformed our world, from rather mundane household breakthroughs to spectacular innovations in technology and science.

Anthropocene—The Rise of Humans (Science/knowledge, 3x50 min.) This stunning and optimistic portrait reveals cutting-edge scientific and societal solutions to our planet’s greatest danger: the devastating impact of humans on planet Earth.

Heirs of the Night (Kids live action, 26x26 min.) Alisa and her classmates at vampire school were once mortal enemies, but they must unite to defeat Dracula and save the world from eternal darkness.

Hide and Seek (Crime/suspense drama, 8x50 min.) With a complex storyline and unique characters, this film noir thriller, about a town where children are disappearing without a trace, has emotional, hidden depths.

Coconut, the Little Dragon (Kids animation, S2: 104x12 min.) It takes an adventure into fascinating worlds for misfits Coconut the Little Dragon and his best friends to realize that other dragons have problems too.

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In-Demand: Period Drama This report on lush period dramas includes ZDF Enterprises’ Ottilie von Faber-Castell, Russia Television and Radio/Sovtelexport’s Zuleikha Opens Her Eyes and MISTCO’s Resurrection Ertugrul.

Resurrection Ertugrul Commissioned By: TRT Produced By: Tekden Film Cast: Engin Altan Düzyatan, Esra Bilgiç, Serdar Gökhan, Hülya Darcan, Cengiz Coşkun, Kaan Taşaner, Hande Subaşı, Hande Soral, Öykü Çelik Writer: Mehmet Bozdağ Rights Available: Worldwide rights from MISTCO. Description: In this story from the 13th century, our hero Ertugrul, who is the father of the Ottoman Empire’s founder, is struggling to find a home for his tribe and the woman he is in love with. A total of 448 45-minute episodes available.

Pitch Perfect: “A very powerful production that sheds light on history, it achieved the greatest success in Wednesday prime time during the five seasons it was released,” says Aysegul Tuzun, managing director at MISTCO. “Resurrection Ertugrul still grabs attention from international buyers with its great success and unique storytelling.”

Slot Winner: The actors have become very popular all over the world and the series led Wednesday nights during its five seasons.

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Ottilie von Faber-Castell Commissioned By: ARD Degeto Film Produced By: Wiedemann & Berg Television in co-production with Wilma Film for ARD Degeto in cooperation with ZDF Enterprises Cast: Kristin Suckow, Martin Wuttke, Johannes Zirner, Hannes Wegener, Eleonore Weisgerber, Maren Eggert, Jasmin Schwiers, Lena Klenke Writer: Claudia Garde Rights Available: All rights worldwide from ZDF Enterprises.

Description: A brilliant young woman navigates the pitfalls of 19thcentury business, family and forbidden love in this 2x90-minute production. Sixteen-year-old Ottilie von Faber inherits her grandfather’s global manufacturing business. In an exclusively male world, Ottilie must use all her talent and learning to prove herself. As she steers the business to greater success, Ottilie marries and starts a family. Never conventional, Ottilie still yearns for her former love, the dashing Philipp von Brand. But will she divorce the Count Castell?

Pitch Perfect: A glamourous and sophisticated biopic portraying the becoming of an ingenious woman who, while building a business empire, loved passionately and learned to liberate herself.

Slot Winner: A prime-time evening winner on ARD and more recently picked up in Italy by Rai and numerous CEE channels.

Sales Contacts: Mirela Nastase, Director, ZDFE.drama; Sebastian Krekeler, Director, ZDFE.drama; Yuliya Fischer, Director, ZDFE.drama; Susanne Frank, Director, ZDFE.drama.

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Zuleikha Opens Her Eyes Commissioned By: Russia 1 Produced By: Russkoye Cast: C. Khamatova, S. Makovetsky, E. Shevchenko, Y. Peresild, E. Morozov, R. Madyanov Director: E. Anashkin Writers: A. Anosova, L. Leonenko, V. Pavlov Rights Available: All rights from Russia Television and Radio/Sovtelexport.

Description: Zuleikha, a quiet and obedient Muslim wife, is living with her abusive husband and despotic mother-in-law in a remote Tatar village in the aftermath of the Russian Revolution. When her husband is murdered by soldiers for hiding grain, she is arrested and sent to Siberia. In this severe wilderness, she begins to build a new life for herself and discovers an inner strength. This drama consists of 8 53to 55-minute episodes.

Pitch Perfect: Zuleikha Opens Her Eyes is based on a novel by Guzel Yakhina that became a global bestseller and was translated into 34 languages.

Slot Winner: The series scored a 7.9 percent rating and 21.6 percent share during its broadcast in Russia and became the most popular TV series among Russian viewers since January 2019.

Sales Contacts: Maria Dorokhina, Head, International Sales (except CIS & Baltic states); Ekaterina Grigorieva, Head, Sales (CIS & Baltic states); Elizaveta Shcherbakova, Manager, International Sales (except CIS & Baltic states).

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In-Demand: Turkish Drama This report highlights the diversity of the Turkish drama space, showcasing Kanal D International’s Romance Next Door, Global Agency’s Mr. Wrong, ATV’s The Ottoman and Calinos Entertainment’s Forbidden Fruit.

Forbidden Fruit Commissioned By: FOX TV Turkey Produced By: MEDYAPIM Cast: Talat Bulut, Şevval Sam, Eda Ece, Onur Tuna, Sevda Erginci Writer: Melis Civelek Rights Available: Free to air, pay TV, cable and OTT from Calinos Entertainment.

Description: Yıldız and Zeynep are two sisters whose lives will take an unexpected turn when Istanbul socialite Ender asks Yildiz to seduce her husband.

There are 223 hours of this ongoing romance drama currently available.

Pitch Perfect: Forbidden Fruit has been one of the most successful series in Turkey in the last few years; it is now in its fourth season, which in itself is a rare phenomenon within the local market as only a few products make it past the second season. The demand for this series has been great and everywhere it has been broadcast, it has delivered great ratings and reviews.

Slot Winner: Sold to 15-plus countries.

Sales Contacts: Jose Luis Gascue, Asli Serim Guliyev, Goryana Vasileva.

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Romance Next Door Commissioned By: Kanal D International Produced By: Mia Yapım Cast: Furkan Andıç, Ezgi Şenler, Yiğit Kirazcı, Nilay Deniz Writers: Saygın Delibaş, Fethi Kantarcı, Barkın Şenüren Rights Available: Worldwide, free-to-air, cable and streaming, from Kanal D International.

Description: A love story and also the story of friendship between four young people from different social classes and cultures, whose characters are opposite to each other. They will not only fall in love but also build a strong friendship based on a “cheerful lie.”

Pitch Perfect: “Romance Next Door has the essence of the old Turkish movies,” says Kerim Emrah Turna, executive director of Kanal D International. “It is friendly, romantic and naive... It is not only a rom-com but also a family drama, even a family comedy, which everybody all around the world can find the forgotten social values in—like neighborship, friendship and being part of a huge family.”

Slot Winner: Up to now; the top drama within the rankings.

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Mr. Wrong Commissioned By: FOX TV Turkey Produced By: Gold Film Cast: Can Yaman, Özge Gürel Writers: Aslı Zengin, Banu Zengin Rights Available: All territories available, all rights, from Global Agency.

Description: A lifetime of betrayal destroys Ezgi’s hopes of ever finding Mr. Right, and when she meets the womanizer Ozgur it seems a recipe for disaster, but fate, and nagging mothers, conspire to seek a happy ending.

Pitch Perfect: Ezgi’s surprise party for her lover Soner ends with the trauma of seeing him in the arms of another woman. Three months after that trauma, Ezgi still feels miserable and is unable to shake off the shock.

Soner left her after his betrayal, saying their relationship had lost its spark.

Ezgi’s friends try to make her see how she always chooses the wrong men, whether thieves, con artists or philanderers. The handsome and wealthy Ozgur, too, appears to be Mr. Wrong. Whether speeding along the seafront in his vintage car, or greeting guests in his restaurant bar, the handsome and wealthy bachelor is always the center of attention. But they end up spending the night together after Ezgi is distraught to see Soner propose to another woman in Ozgur’s bar. As their friendship blossoms, Ezgi is destined to be drawn closer to Ozgur, awakening hopes of the happy ending she always desired.

Slot Winner: The series doubled the channel’s average audience share in general, but the third episode almost tripled its audience share.

Sales Contacts: Senay Tas, Deniz Tuzun, Gozde Sergili.

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The Ottoman Commissioned By: ATV Produced By: Bozdağ Film Cast: Burak Özçivit, Özge Törer, Nurettin Sönmez, Ragıp Savaş, Saruhan Hünel, Ayşegül Günay, Alma Terzic, Tuğrul Çetiner Writers: Mehmet Bozdağ, Aslı Zeynep Peker Bozdağ, Ozan Bodur, Atilla Engin Rights Available: All rights available from ATV. Description: This 85x45minute historical drama tells the transformation story of the Ottoman Empire and Osman’s journey from a small principality into a world empire. Osman will fight internally and externally, both for the sake of Kayı tribe’s future and to rejoin with Bala Hanım by overcoming the obstacles they faced.

Pitch Perfect: “The Ottoman is a period drama with superior production elements,” says Müge Akar, content sales deputy manager at ATV. “The main protagonist, Osman, is brought to life by Burak Özçivit. Osman’s path crosses with a brave woman, Bala Hatun, and they build a new life and a new state together.”

Slot Winner: The Ottoman made a breakthrough start by getting 35 percent share when the first episode was released in Turkey; having four times better results than its closest competitor. It continued to be the ratings leader of Wednesdays in prime time in Turkey for all episodes in the first season.

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In-Demand: Scandinavian Dr Scandi drama has expanded well beyond Nordic Noir, with new offerings such as ZDF Enterprises’ Top Dog, Eccho Rights’ Love Me and Dynamic Television’s The Sommerdahl Murders.

Top Dog Distributed By: ZDF Enterprises Produced By: Filmlance International in co-production with TV4/C MORE, ZDF and ZDF Enterprises Cast: Josefin Asplund, Alexej Manvelov, Joel Spira, Christian Hillborg Writers: Veronica Zacco, Lovisa Milles, among others Rights Available: All rights worldwide from ZDF Enterprises.

Description: Focuses on the clash between Stockholm business attorney Emily Jansson and Södertälje ex-con Teddy Maksumic. She wants to move up, he wants to get out! The series consists of 8 45-minute episodes.

Pitch Perfect: “Best-selling author Jens Lapidus’ unique style of writing is brought to life in this awesome series,” says Robert Franke, VP of ZDFE.drama at ZDF Enterprises. “Authenticity is in everything, from the script to the director. We feel honored to have been given the opportunity to coproduce this series together with a fantastic team of partners and talents.”

Slot Winner: Official selection at CANNESERIES 2020.

Sales Contacts: Yi Qiao, Director, ZDFE.drama; Mirela Nastase, Director, ZDFE.drama; Sebastian Krekeler, Director, ZDFE.drama; Yuliya Fischer, Director, ZDFE.drama; Susanne Frank, Director, ZDFE.drama.

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an Drama Love Me Commissioned By: Viaplay, SVT Produced By: Warner Bros. International, Film Capital Stockholm Cast: Josephine Bornebusch, Johan Ulveson, Gustav Lindh, Sverrir Gudnason Writer: Josephine Bornebusch Rights Available: Worldwide ready-made and scripted format rights available from Eccho Rights.

Description: A warm and humorous series about love, sex, fear and sadness, passion and relationships; a series about life from start to finish.

This drama-comedy romance series consists of two seasons, each consisting of 6 45-minute episodes. Season two delivers in fall 2020.

Pitch Perfect: Widely lauded as the best Swedish TV show of 2019, Love Me has connected with audiences through its relatable stories for romantics of all ages. Josephine Bornebusch has created a world that we can all recognize. With tears, laughter, heartbreak and joy in equal measure throughout, this is a truly refreshing series from the Scandinavian region.

Slot Winner: Love Me became the most watched Viaplay Original of all time upon its launch, having already been renewed for a second season before it even aired.

Sales Contacts: Lisa WidĂŠn, Sales & Acquisitions Executive, Scandinavia; Nicola SĂśderlund, Managing Partner; Fredrik af Malmborg, Managing Director.

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The Sommerdahl Murders Commissioned By: TV2 Denmark Produced By: TV2 and Sequoia Sommerdahl ApS in co-production with ZDF in association with Neue Deutsche Filmgesellschaft and Dynamic Television Cast: Peter Mygind, Laura Drasbaek, André Babikian Writers: Lolita Bellstar, Lars K. Andersen, Mette So Rights Available: All worldwide rights from Dynamic Television.

Description: In the Danish coastal town of Helsingør, Dan Sommerdahl is the undisputed hero. But while he has a remarkable history of solved homicides, things aren’t going as well for Dan at home. This crime drama consists of 8 45-minute episodes. Season two is now in production in Helsingør, Denmark.

Pitch Perfect: A new blue-sky crime series commissioned by TV2 Denmark and co-produced by ZDF, The Sommerdahl Murders is a classic approach to the crime procedural, set in a beautiful coastal town. It follows Detective Dan Sommerdahl and his partner Flemming Torp as they solve murders while coping with the challenges put upon their personal lives.

Slot Winner: Sommerdahl premiered in March on TV2 Denmark to terrific ratings with more than 500,000 viewers. The series is a big success for TV4 Sweden and TV2 Norway as well. It premiered on Acorn in North America, U.K., Australia/New Zealand and Latin America. ZDF is the broadcaster in Germany.

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In-Demand: True Crime True crime remains a top seller in the factual space. These are just some of the titles resonating with broadcasters and platforms across the globe: ZDF Enterprises’ Crime Watch XY, Rive Gauche Television’s The Killer Truth and GRB Studios’ On the Case.

On the Case Commissioned By: Discovery Networks Produced By: Scott Sternberg Productions Rights Available: Exclusive worldwide from GRB Studios.

Description: Explore intriguing murder mysteries through in-depth interviews with those closest to the case and examine the forensic evidence that helped unravel the mystery. Ten seasons available for a total of 258 60-minute episodes.

Pitch Perfect: First-person accounts from witnesses and suspects reveal the raw emotions left behind from personal tragedies and the motives of the perpetrators. Journalist and newscaster Paula Zahn leads the action.

Slot Winner: Hit series for Super RTL in Germany and Crime & Investigation in the U.K. and Australia.

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Crime Watch XY Commissioned By: ZDF Enterprises Produced By: Securitel Rights Available: All rights worldwide from ZDF Enterprises.

Description: Crime Watch XY is a manhunt series that is both a classic and a successful tool in the fight against criminality. A host guides viewers through the program and, in collaboration with national and international police authorities, presents and elucidates unsolved crimes. Each episode is 90 minutes. 551 shows have aired since 1967.

Pitch Perfect: Crime Watch XY has so far covered 4,800 cases, of which 40 percent have been solved! This is an impressive rate as it’s often cases in which the police have already exhausted all usual investigation methods and can only take things further with the help of the television viewers. Murders, robberies, burglaries and manhunts— the show regularly offers help not only to the German police, but also to international investigators. More than 16 countries have already gotten in touch regarding unsolved cases.

Slot Winner: Regular winner of the prime-time slot at 8:15 p.m.; latest market share was 19.5 percent in July 2020.

Sales Contacts: Ralf Rückauer, VP, ZDFE.unscripted; Sylvia Brucker, Director, Entertainment, ZDFE.unscripted.

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The Killer Truth Commissioned By: HLN Produced By: Catalina Content as an HLN Original Series Rights Available: Available exclusively for all forms of media worldwide (excluding the U.S.) from Rive Gauche Television.

Description: This 8x60-minute series tells the story of a single murder through the five people most intimately connected to the case. Executive producers for The Killer Truth are Deborah Allen and Jeff Collins of Catalina Content. In the season premiere, “Blade of Betrayal,” a wealthy New York woman is found brutally murdered in her home, and detectives learn that her family isn’t as picture perfect as they seem.

Pitch Perfect: There are two sides to every story, but in a murder, one side dies with the victim. Each episode of The Killer Truth tells the story of a single murder through the five people most intimately connected to the case. These five distinct points of view may include the victim’s family, the lead detective, a reporter who covered the case, the suspect linked to the crime, the defense attorney, and finally, even the killer. The five perspectives take us through the twists and turns of each case, create a full picture of the crime, and ultimately lead to justice.

Sales Contacts: Jon Kramer, CEO; Marine Ksadzhikyan, SVP, Distribution & Development; Tomas Silva, VP, International Sales, Latin America & Iberia.

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In-Demand: Lifestyle This eclectic mix of lifestyle titles includes ZDF Enterprises’ Kitchen Battle, all3media international’s Four in a Bed, The Television Syndication Company’s P. Allen Smith Garden Style, Gusto Worldwide Media’s Cook Like a Chef and Off the Fence’s Growing Up Hip Hop.

Cook Like a Chef Commissioned By: Gusto Worldwide Media Produced By: Gusto Worldwide Media in association with Bell Media Rights Available: All rights available, excluding Canada, from Gusto Worldwide Media.

Description: The modern, live-to-tape reboot features a diverse cast of four expert chefs with distinguished culinary backgrounds that inspire viewers how to cook, not what to cook.

Pitch Perfect: The classic title Cook Like a Chef has been reimagined into a new series now available for international release: young, talented chefs explore and explain intricate cooking techniques. Live-to-tape, this series breaks down the fourth wall, bringing the crew into the on-camera experience and providing a unique, intimate point of view for the audience.

Sales Contacts: sales@gustotv.com.

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Kitchen Battle Commissioned By: ZDF Produced By: Fernsehmacher Rights Available: All rights worldwide from ZDF Enterprises.

Description: Who will win the big cash prize and earn the title “Amateur Chef of the Year”? Talented amateurs compete against each other, while a prominent chef acts as their coach and host and an independent expert juror tastes the dishes and judges who has to clear their cooktop. In continuous production since 2008, the show boasts 3,000 45-minute episodes.

Pitch Perfect: “Kitchen Battle garners top ratings of more than 17 percent in the early afternoon slot, with almost 3,000 shows aired to date and millions of viewers tuning in each week to watch six ambitious amateur cooks engage in a lively competition at the stove,” says Ralf Rückauer, VP of ZDFE.unscripted at ZDF Enterprises. “Each show is hosted by one of Germany’s most popular TV chefs. What rivets viewers’ attention is not only which contestant will make it to the finale on Friday, but also the outstanding culinary creations that come into being on the show.”

Slot Winner: Regular slot winner of the day with top ratings of more than 17 percent on weekdays at 2:15 p.m.

Sales Contacts: Ralf Rückauer, VP, ZDFE.unscripted; Sylvia Brucker, Director, Entertainment, ZDFE.unscripted.

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Four in a Bed Commissioned By: Channel 4, U.K. Produced By: Studio Lambert Rights Available: All rights worldwide from all3media international.

Description: Follows sets of proud hoteliers and B&B owners as they each take a turn to host each other at their respective establishments. We get to meet all manner of small proprietors and watch as they join together to assess the décor, taste and cleanliness of their competition and ultimately judge each other as they rate the establishments they’ve all stayed in.

Great personalities, unique décor, picturesque locations. Multiple seasons, totaling more than 650 episodes, available.

Pitch Perfect: Now in its 15th season, Four in a Bed offers high-volume, high-quality entertainment that is perfect for binge-watching or stripping across a linear broadcast schedule. As the small hoteliers journey together, personalities politely clash and the matter of décor and good taste is proved to be very subjective! From the withering putdowns about the standard of room cleanliness to gentle bewilderment about the breakfast choices, the show provides a compelling and addictive insight into the competitive world of small hotel/guest house/B&B ownership.

Slot Winner: Continues to be one of Channel 4’s highest-rating daytime shows, with an average share over 25 percent above the channel’s benchmark.

Sales Contacts: Stephen Driscoll, EVP, EMEA; Sally Habbershaw, EVP, Americas; Sabrina Duguet, EVP, Asia Pacific. international@all3media.com 76 WORLD SCREEN 8/20

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P. Allen Smith Garden Style Commissioned By: The Television Syndication Company (TVS) Produced By: Hortus Rights Available: All rights available worldwide from TVS. Description: Explore the many ways you can grow, cook and design all areas of your life with one of America’s most recognized garden and design experts. This home/garden/food/design series encompasses 20 seasons, each consisting of 20 30-minute episodes.

Pitch Perfect: Gardening and lifestyle expert P. Allen Smith takes audiences from historic gardens to scenic drives to their own outdoor living spaces.

Along the way, he and his guests inspire viewers with how-to projects to add flair to their living spaces as well as mouth-watering recipes and informative garden segments. Smith, often described as one of America’s most talented garden designers, is the product of five generations of southern nurserymen.

His many esoteric interests and insights allow for a myriad of inclusions such as ornamented aviaries, sheep pastures, walled gardens, fruit orchards, kitchen herb gardens, container gardens, stumperies, rare rose collections, wildflower and pollinator fields, apiaries, ponds, and architecturally appropriate built structures and follies.

Slot Winner: In U.S. syndication for 20 years, constantly cleared in over 80 percent of the country. P. Allen Smith was inducted into the Taste Hall of Fame in 2015 for his significant impact in the world of taste and broadcast entertainment. He has a series of books published by Clarkson Potter/Random House.

Sales Contact: Mary Joyce, VP, International Sales.

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Growing Up Hip Hop Commissioned By: WE tv Produced By: eOne Entertainment Rights Available: Worldwide (excluding U.S. & territories/possessions) from Off the Fence.

Description: This lifestyle/reality series follows the next generation of hip-hop royalty as they attempt to step outside the shadow of their famous families.

As they hustle for independent success, will they triumph in the spotlight or be crushed by the weight of their extraordinary worlds? The series features Romeo Miller (Master P’s son), Angela Simmons (Rev Run’s daughter), TJ Mizell (Jam Master Jay’s son), Kristinia DeBarge (James DeBarge’s daughter), Boogie Dash (Damon Dash’s son) and Egypt Criss (Sandra “Pepa” Denton’s daughter). On the most dramatic season yet, the most recent season sees the world of hip hop rocked by social media wars, and a shocking arrest and family bombshells. The growing pains for the next generation of hip hop leads to unforeseen hardships, tribulations and even bloodshed. It is up to them to take back the reigns of their legacies or sever ties forever.

Pitch Perfect: With seven amazing seasons and 73 hours, Growing Up Hip Hop is so successful that it has become a franchise with spin-off shows in Atlanta and New York. The stars’ large following on social media keeps growing the audience and makes this show one to watch.

Sales Contacts: Stefanie Fischer, Managing Director, Sales; Antoine Paul, Sales Manager; Rebeca Fernandez, Sales Director. info@offthefence.com 78 WORLD SCREEN 8/20

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In-Demand: History Docs The docs featured in this report all bring a new perspective to exploring the past: ORF-Enterprise’s Victims of the Vikings, ZDF Enterprises’ Countdown to Surrender—The Last 100 Days, TVS’s Chicago at the Crossroad and Autentic Distribution’s Hope and Fear: How Pandemics Changed the World.

Victims of the Vikings Commissioned By: ORF-Enterprise Produced By: ORF, ZDF/ARTE, SVT, Česka Televize, Interspot Film, ORF-Enterprise Rights Available: Worldwide except Germany, France, Ireland, Sweden and the Czech Republic, from ORF-Enterprise.

Description: Why did the Vikings hunt humans? The documentary seeks answers to this and other questions and illuminates the history of the Vikings and their slaves.

Available as 1x52 minutes or 1x43 minutes.

Pitch Perfect: Victims of the Vikings is the latest addition to the successful UNIVERSUM History lineup and shows the human trafficking and slavery that determined the life of the Vikings. The docudrama will premiere late 2020.

Sales Contacts: Armin Luttenberger, Head, Content Sales International; Monika Kossits, Sales Manager.

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Countdown to Surrender— The Last 100 Days Commissioned By: ZDF Enterprises Produced By: Spiegel TV for ZDFinfo in association with ZDF Enterprises Rights Available: All rights worldwide from ZDF Enterprises.

Description: The last 100 days of World War ll are under the spotlight in the three-part Countdown to Surrender. It recounts crucial milestones in the last days of the Third Reich and its steady decline towards the inevitable capitulation. Major events provide the context for more intimate and personal fates and give real insight into life at the cutting edge of history. By following the countdown chronologically, the series brings to life the horror and trepidation that marked the end of the Nazi era, and the sense of desperation that increasingly took hold among common people. The production consists of 3 50-minute episodes and a 1x50-minute special.

Pitch Perfect: “We are proud to co-produce and distribute this outstanding documentary,” says Ralf Rückauer, VP of ZDFE.unscripted. “It tells the story of the dramatic last 100 days of WWII based on the central events, but also brings to life scenes that are symbolic of the apocalyptic nature of the destruction. Leading historians, experts and young scientists analyze the historical context and arrange the days along a timeline.”

Sales Contact: Ralf Rückauer, VP, ZDFE.unscripted.

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Chicago at the Crossroad Commissioned By: The Television Syndication Company (TVS) Produced By: Schodorf Media Creative Rights Available: All rights worldwide excluding U.S. VOD from TVS. Description: A feature-length documentary 15 years in the making.

Much is said about the violence in Chicago’s segregated communities.

But what is known about the systems that created them, the laws that isolated them, and the policies that abandoned them? And how does a city heal from the decades of heartbreak and pain? This is Chicago’s story. The 1x54minute/1x77-minute doc includes talking heads and archive footage. Writer, producer and director Brian Schodorf’s work in television and film has earned him 12 additional Regional Emmy nominations by the Television Academy. Whether filming a basketball legend or a devastating tornado, Schodorf has developed a trademark style of storytelling; tackling social issues revealing the interconnectedness of politics, social systems and the human heart.

Pitch Perfect: While gun violence is on the decline in most major U.S. cities, why has there been an increase in Chicago’s segregated communities? Using dramatic footage, the documentary explores the incessant segregation, violence and disastrous public policy decisions that affect Chicago and other cities across the country to this day.

Slot Winner: One out of only five documentaries selected to screen at the prestigious 2019 American Black Film Festival (ABFF).

Sales Contact: Mary Joyce, VP, International Sales.

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Hope and Fear: How Pandemics Changed the World Commissioned By: American Public Television, TVE Spain Produced By: Pilot Productions Rights Available: Exclusive European rights, excluding U.K. and Spain, from Autentic Distribution.

Description: Pandemics can sometimes devastate and destroy entire societies. Hope and Fear: How Pandemics Changed the World looks at the circumstances that have caused these diseases, whether it be hygiene, poverty, overcrowding, urbanization or the growth of cities— and how travel has impacted their rapid transmission. We learn that like all pandemics, COVID-19 was sparked by human interactions with the animal world. Science, which searched for and found cures and vaccines to old diseases, is once again on a quest for a new one as the world seeks solutions to a crisis that threatens its very way of life.

Available as 3x30 minutes/1x52 minutes/1x70 minutes.

Pitch Perfect: “The corona pandemic is putting the whole world on hold,” says Mirjam Strasser, head of sales and acquisitions. “Before COVID-19, pandemics have repeatedly afflicted the world. This history doc looks at the most significant pandemics, such as the Black Death, smallpox or the Spanish flu. A tremendous journey through time, which has a shocking actuality.”

Sales Contacts: Mirjam Strasser, Head, Sales & Acquisitions; Julian Althaus, International Sales Manager.

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In-Demand: Game-Show Fo Offerings in the game-show genre include Banijay Rights’ new U.S. hit Don’t and Red Arrow Studios International’s Beat the Channel and A League of Their Own.

Don’t Commissioned By: ABC Network, U.S.A. Produced By: Banijay Studios North America Distributed By: Banijay Rights Description: A new physical comedy game show where families can win money by following one simple instruction: Don’t. Episodes are 60 minutes long.

Track Record: Licensed into Mexico.

Pitch Perfect: Don’t is a hilarious new game show that combines physical comedy, family dynamics and never-before-seen stunts. At the heart of this fun format is a family of contestants who are given a simple instruction in each challenge: Don’t do something. The game designs are flexible and the show’s strongly comic personality can work at all budget levels.

Slot Winner: A recent hit in the U.S. for ABC, the family-friendly format launched as the number one show of the night on network television and won its slot for 18 to 49s and 25 to 54s.

Sales Contact: Andrew Sime, VP, Formats.

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w Formats Beat the Channel Commissioned By: ProSieben, Germany Produced By: Florida Entertainment Distributed By: Red Arrow Studios International Description: Two popular presenters get the chance to win a 15-minute live broadcast slot— where anything goes.

Track Record: Licensed to territories including France, Spain, Portugal, Belgium, the Netherlands and the Middle East.

Pitch Perfect: “The original production (Joko & Klaas gegen ProSieben) is a massive hit in Germany,” says Tim Gerhartz, senior VP of global sales at Red Arrow Studios International. “The series has generated not only huge ratings but unprecedented PR and social media buzz too. It’s perfect for channels looking for noisy, event programming and also offers unique cross-promotion and brand-integration opportunities.”

Slot Winner: In Germany, the ratings for Beat the Channel have grown season after season, with season four set to air in the fall. Season three had an average share of 14.4 percent (14 to 49), 2.1 percent more than season two and every episode beat ProSieben’s slot share across all the key demos.

Sales Contacts: Tim Gerhartz, SVP, Global Sales; Shirley Bowers, VP, Sales & Acquisitions; Tobias Schulze, VP, Sales; Shakira Hoffman, Senior Sales Manager; Maria Arroyo, Senior Sales Manager; Joyce Droese, Sales Manager. sales@redarrowstudios.com 8/20 WORLD SCREEN 85

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A League of Their Own Commissioned By: Sky One, U.K. Produced By: CPL Productions Distributed By: Red Arrow Studios International Description: The hilarious BAFTA Award-winning panel show that mixes sport, comedy and entertainment. Celebrity guests join team regulars to battle across numerous riotous rounds of challenges, testing their sporting knowledge and physical skills to the limit.

Track Record: An enduring hit in the U.K. on Sky One, where season 15 is in production and another two have been commissioned. The format has also been successful in Germany (Sky), where three seasons have aired and a fourth is in production, and in Denmark (Kanal 5), where five seasons have aired. The format has also been adapted in Australia (Network 10) and most recently in the U.S., where it airs on CBS as Game On! Pitch Perfect: “A League of Their Own is a high-energy, supersized panel show that offers great prime-time family entertainment,” says Tim Gerhartz, senior VP of global sales at Red Arrow Studios International. “Sports and entertainment are universal concepts and the format blends both in an original, comedic way, which appeals equally to men and women. It’s flexible and scalable, so works for a range of broadcasters, and is the perfect solution for TV schedules in a year without major sporting events.”

Slot Winner: Sky’s highest-rated entertainment series, regularly pulling in 1.5 million U.K. viewers.

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Trending on WorldScreenings.com The most-viewed clips on WorldScreenings in the last month.

Crime Watch XY (Unscripted, 90 min. eps.) A manhunt series that is now a classic and a successful tool in the fight against criminality. A host guides viewers through the program and, in collaboration with national and international police authorities, presents and elucidates unsolved crimes.

100% Wolf—Legend of the Moonstone (CGI comedy adventure, 26x22 min.) Freddy Lupin, heir to a proud family line of werewolves, was in shock when on his 13th birthday his first “warfing” went awry, turning him into a poodle. Enrolled in the mysterious Howlington Academy, Freddy is going to try to prove that despite his appearance, he still has the heart of a werewolf.

Good Singers (Singing ent. format) Talented and untalented singers are going to try to impress our celebrities without actually singing in the first place. Which team will win its charity the most money and be able to identify the good singers?

Don’t (Format, 60 min. eps.) From Hollywood superstar Ryan Reynolds and host Adam Scott comes a new show where families can win money by following one simple rule: Don’t.

Top Dog (Crime/suspense drama, 8x45 min.) Ambitious Swedish lawyer Emily wants to solve a kidnapping. Ex-con Teddy just wants out of the Mafia. Together they are unstoppable.

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