MIPCOM - The world’s entertainment content market
21-24 October 2024
Palais des Festivals, Cannes

On-site Screenings at MIPCOM CANNES

MIPCOM CANNES
World Premiere TV Screenings

WATSON

Presented by Paramount Global Content Distribution & CBS Studios-produced

A curtain raiser to this year’s market on Sunday 20 October at 18.00 held in the world-famous Grand Auditorium in the Palais des Festivals, the screening, attended by title lead and executive producer Morris Chestnut and executive producer and showrunner Craig Sweeny, will be followed by a Q&A and is open to all delegates.

In Watson, a year after the death of friend and partner Sherlock Holmes at the hands of Moriarty, Dr. John Watson (Chestnut) resumes his medical career as the head of a clinic dedicated to treating rare disorders. Watson’s old life isn’t done with him, though – Moriarty and Watson are set to write their own chapter of a story that has fascinated audiences for more than a century. Watson is a medical show with a strong investigative spine, featuring a modern version of one of history’s greatest detectives as he turns his attention from solving crimes to solving medical mysteries.

Rise of The Raven 

Presented by Beta Film

Highly anticipated European epic drama series Rise of the Raven will celebrate its World Premiere at MIPCOM CANNES on Tuesday 22 October at 6 pm in the world-famous Grand Auditorium in the Palais des Festivals. the premiere will be attended by a broad and high-profile line up of European talents, led by acclaimed producer Robert Lantos (Sunshine, The Sweet Hereafter, Barney’s Version, Eastern Promises, Crimes of the Future).Talents attending are Gellért L. Kádár, playing titular hero János Hunyadi, Vivien Rujder, his on-screen wife Erzsébet, and Franciska Törocsik, starring as his first love, Mara. Further, Mariann Hermányi (Shadow and Bone), Ernõ Fekete ( Son of Saul), Elena Rusconi (6 Underground) and directors Robert Dornhelm (Children of Theatre Street, Vienna Blood, Maria Theresa, War and Peace), Orsi Nagypal (The Deal, The CW’s The Outpost), Attila Szász (Tall Tales, Eternal Winter), and showrunner Balázs Lengyel (HBO’s Golden Life) will join the premiere.

Watch the teaser trailer now.

Ena. La reina Victoria Eugenia

Presented by RTVE

Spanning the first half of the 20th century and shot in palaces and locations across Spain where the monarch spent much of her life, the all-female-directed period piece (6 x 60’) is produced by RTVE in collaboration with ‘Ena La Serie AIE’, ‘La Cometa TV’ and ‘Zona App’, and adapted from the novel of the same name by Pilar Eyre and written and executive produced by Javier Olivares (El Ministerio del Tiempo, Isabel). It is set to air on RTVE’s channel LA1 in Spain with global distribution rights handled by the largest public audiovisual group in Spain, RTVE.

The world premiere will be staged on Monday 21 October at 18.00 in the world-famous Grand Auditorium in the Palais des Festivals hosted by José Pastor (RTVE Fiction Director) and attended by leading actors Kimberley Tell and Joan Amargós alongside Executive Producer Luis Hernández. The screening, to be followed by a Q&A, is open to all delegates.

Watch the trailer

Market Screenings & Showcases

Market screenings are presented to delegates, buyers and the international press, offering an exclusive look at the most-anticipated series and programmes across all genres from around the world.

Los Colorado

Presented by Telefilms
 

Monday 21, 10.00 AM to 11.00 PM, Audi K

This new series based on the characters of El Chapulin Colorado, created by Roberto Gomez Bolaños “Chespirito”, tells the adventures of the noble and unmistakable Mexican hero.

The Beach 

Presented by Beta Film
 

Monday 21, 11.00 AM to 12.00 PM, Audi A

A primetime sensation, “The Beach” has all the elements of a smash hit. Set in 1969, during the summer of love in a hippie commune on the island of Crete, the sun-splashed series takes a dark turn with a mysterious murder, setting into motion events that have captivated audiences across more than one hundred episodes to date.

FATIH: SULTAN OF CONQUESTS

Presented by TRT Sales
 

Monday 21, 1.30 PM to 2.30 PM, Audi K

Mehmed, who became sultan when he was only 21 years old, stood out among the candidates for the throne with his intelligence and greatness. He has only one dream: After conquering Constantinople and making it his capital, he wants to  transform the Ottoman Empire into a world power through reforms in education and justice. But his progressive ideas are seen as dangerous by traditional Ottoman statesmen. 

A fierce political struggle broke out between his team and Zağanos and Şehabettin Pashas, who had raised Mehmed and were influential in the formation of his ideas. As a political maneuver, Mehmed marries and is caught in a love war in the harem. The rivalry between his first wife and new wife turns into an argument that can be used by his rivals in the political arena. When everything becomes complicated, Mehmed finds his new friend by his side.

Mehmed, who remains indifferent to the situation he is in, is subjected to an assassination attempt as he is about to march to Constantinople. It is revealed that his close friend is behind the assassination and that he was commissioned by the Byzantine emperor Constantine. The Ottomans, now united into a single fist, stand against the Byzantine walls under Mehmed’s leadership. 

The Librarians: The Next Chapter

Presented by Electric Entertainment

Monday 21, 2.30 PM to 3.30 PM, Audi A

The Librarians: The Next Chapter is a spinoff of the original TV series “The Librarians,” which followed the adventures of the custodians of a magical repository of the world’s most powerful and dangerous supernatural artifacts. The new series centers on a “Librarian” from the past, who time traveled to the present and now finds himself stuck here. When he returns to his castle, which is now a museum, he inadvertently releases magic across the continent. He is given a new team to help him clean up the mess he made, forming a new team of Librarians.

SHOWRUNNER: Dean Devlin
CAST: Callum McGowan, Olivia Morris, Bluey Robinson, Jessica Green, Caroline Loncq
 

K-Content : Create The Future, Innovate with Content

Presented by GCA

Monday 21, 3.30 PM to 4.30 PM, Audi K

This session will highlight the key trends driving K-content's growth and the critical role of public institutions as content incubation hubs. Hear from the Gyeonggi Content Agency about how they foster innovation and support the next generation of K-content creators through strategic investments. We’ll also feature the exclusive unveiling of WESTWORLD Group’s latest production, "Face Me," a drama spotlighting the global interest in K-beauty and K-cosmetic surgery. Pre-produced for the global market, "Face Me" is actively securing international sales and negotiating remake deals.

Safe Harbor
 

Presented by Eccho Rights

Monday 21, 4.30 PM to 5.30 PM, Audi A

From Mark Williams, the co-creator of Ozark, and inspired by true events, SAFE HARBOR is a violent and propulsive crime thriller with a distinct brand of heart and humor starring Alfie Allen (Game of Thrones), Colm Meaney (Gangs of London), Charlie Murphy (Obsession), Jack Gleeson (Game of Thrones) and Martijn Lakemeier (Marie Antoinette).

Misfits Marco (Lakemeier) and Tobias (Allen) live and breathe the tech world, but are still far from cracking into the billionaire boys club. Their lives are upended when they offer up their services to hack into the computer system of Rotterdam harbor – Europe’s largest port – in order to control the deliveries of drug shipments in cargo containers for the Irish Mob’s ramshackle European outpost.
 

The Power of Game & Quiz
 

Presented by BBC Studios

Tuesday 22, 9.00 AM to 10.00 AM, Audi A

The Gameshow is the most successful globally adapted format genre EVER and they remain the most successful format movers in 2024 – accounting for all of the Top 6 travelling formats so far this year. But it's not just about classic titles – the genre is constantly innovating, and newer formats have found huge international success. In this session, BBC Studios will be in conversation with the commissioners & creators of some of their hottest new game & quiz titles, offering unique insights into industry trends and a deeper dive into what this genre can do for your channel.

LAB RAT:
The Interactive Movie

Presented by Adventr  

Tuesday 22, 10.00 AM to 11.00 AM, Audi K

SPECIAL SCREENING: Experience the future of entertainment with LAB RAT, an interactive thriller that transforms viewers into active participants. Part game, part film, the audience uses their phones or remotes to shape the story in real time.

Join Logan, a father entangled in a mysterious medical experiment turned game show, where every choice carries life-or-death consequences. His fate is literally in your hands.

Produced by Adventr and Grammy-winning producer Devo Harris, LAB RAT is part of an proprietary library of interactive entertainment ready for global distribution. Don’t miss this revolutionary storytelling session where every viewer becomes a player!

Decolonisation of Africa Documentary Series
 

Presented by Accelerate Studios  

Tuesday  22, 11.00 AM to 12.00 PM, Verriere Californie

The Decolonisation of Africa. A 5-episode documentary series exploring Africa's complex journey to cultural, mental, and economic liberation. The series which is told through the lens of former Nigerian President Chief Olusegun Obasanjo features expert insights from notable figures. This thought-provoking documentary poses a critical question: Has Africa truly achieved freedom?

The Great Indian Content Push

 

Presented by SEPC

Tuesday 22, 11.00 AM to 12.00 PM, Audi A

India's content market has traditionally been focused inward, driven by its vast domestic audience. Recently, producers have begun creating fiction shows for international audiences, either through co-productions or direct productions, which are gaining global buyers. The Indian government too has drawn up production and co-production incentives, which can also be clubbed with state incentives, finally looks attractive for international producers to make with- and in- India.

India is making a concerted effort to establish a strong presence in the global content market.

Leonardo da Vinci - A Film by Ken Burns, Sarah Burns and David McMahon

Presented by PBS Distribution

Tuesday 22, 11.45 AM to 12.45 PM, Audi K

A 15th-century polymath of soaring imagination and profound intellect, Leonardo da Vinci created someof the most revered works of art of all time,  but his artistic endeavors often seemed peripheral to his pursuits in science and engineering. Through his paintings and thousands of pages of drawings and writings, Leonardo da Vinci explores one of humankind’s most curious and innovative minds.

Columbus' DNA, His True Origin

 

Presented by RTVE

Tuesday 22, 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM, Audi A

Followed by a ​Snack Lunch in Verrière Californie​ from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM

Columbus' DNA. His true origin" is a documentary that exclusively follows one of the most important historical investigations of all time. The study of Christopher Columbus' DNA, which tries to uncover the true origin of the man who discovered America.

 

Survivor: The True Story of One Boy’s Journey through the Holocaust

Presented by Zoom Rockman, Rockman & Rockman, Exceptional Agency and Lemon Soul

Tuesday 22, 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM, Audi K

We follow 12-year-old Ivor Perl from a small town in Hungary to the gates of Auschwitz, Kaufering, Allach, and Dachau, witnessing the unspeakable horrors of the Holocaust. From being herded onto a cattle truck and narrowly avoiding the gas chambers and ovens, to enduring hunger, typhus, and unimaginable loss, we ultimately see the unbreakable bond between two brothers and their miraculous survival. 

The beautiful visual and auditory intricacy of Zoom Rockman’s unique animation style will captivate the audience, ensuring they won't want to take their eyes off the screen.

Watch the In Production Promo video here

K-Content Showcase

 

Presented by KOCCA 


 

Tuesday 22, 3.30 PM to 4.30 AM, Audi K

Let's experience the intensity of Korea Content Formats!

In this session, you’ll get an exclusive look at various programs that highlight the impact and trends of K-content.From dynamic, high-energy music shows to thrilling survival programs, there's something for everyone. You’ll also discover reality shows that delve into human psychology, heartwarming music performances, and sports-themed programs created by legendary athletes.

Don’t miss the chance to experience these unique broadcast formats and exciting new launches in Korean content!

 

The 7th 'Wisdom In China' Original Formats Showcase
 

Presented by iFormats


 

Wednesday 23, 11.00 AM to 12.00 PM, Audi A

iFormats will introduce you to six of the most innovative singing competitions, reality TV shows, and TV series, bringing you unique surprises.

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