Gennie, the newly launched generative AI content studio based in Los Angeles, and Phoenix Television, the non–scripted UK television production company, have entered into a new co–production deal for the documentary series, Birds Aren’t Real. The series examines modern conspiracy theories and broader questions about how and why these ideas persist and gain credibility, and […]
BIG Media, a producer and distributor of non-fiction content, has secured distribution deals with Prime Video, Tubi and Roku for Offseason (5 x 30’), an intimate look at the lives of elite NFL football players during the months they spend between professional football seasons. After acquiring the global distribution rights for the series, BIG Media secured […]
Channel 4 Sales has secured a two-year deal with Ford as the lead sponsor of Channel 4 Documentaries, extending their partnership from January 2026 to December 2027. The deal continues a collaboration between both parties that began in 2021, with Ford’s branding set to feature across broadcast, streaming, and a dedicated Channel 4 Digital pot […]
A new documentary on His Majesty King Charles III’s Harmony philosophy will debut on February 6th exclusively on Prime Video in over 240 countries and territories worldwide. The film, titled Finding Harmony: A King’s Vision, is about hope when we need it most. All over the world, nature is in decline, and the effects are […]
Netflix has announced that its Documentary Talent Fund will return for another year in a continued effort to provide opportunities and support to under-represented filmmakers from across the UK and Ireland. Five filmmakers, and their teams will have the chance to make a short documentary film with a budget of £30,000 each. Entries will be […]
The already award-winning documentary Ryuichi Sakamoto: Last Days has been further recognised this time with an International Emmy Award. Produced by Japanese public broadcaster NHK, the documentary film reported on the death of acclaimed musician Ryuichi Sakamoto in March 2023. As a member of the Yellow Magic Orchestra, Sakamoto catapulted into international fame with his […]
Connect Management has announced the launch of Owning Eastbourne, a new seven-part factual entertainment series chronicling the reinvention of non-league football club Eastbourne Borough FC under its chairman, entrepreneur Simon Leslie. Narrated and produced by Mike Birch – the voice behind Premier League Champions Story and a long-standing producer across PGA and various golf broadcasts […]
Industry veteran Danny Tipping has launched Longwave Studios, a new documentary production studio focusing on premium factual content driven by a passion for powerful storytelling and built on a proven track record in the unscripted sector. Longwave Studios has also announced a new true crime documentary The Bodies on the Bridge (2 x 60’ ) […]
S4C is set to air a new season of true crime documentaries over the coming months, exploring some of the most shocking and significant criminal cases to have impacted Wales and the UK at large. Available to viewers across the UK on S4C, BBC iPlayer and S4C Clic, the series will delve into a range […]
Paramount+ has announced that Ozzy: No Escape From Now, the definitive account of the rock icon’s life during the last six years, will premiere on the service on October 7th in the UK, the US and internationally (excluding Japan). Directed by Tania Alexander, the feature-length documentary has been produced in collaboration with the Osbourne family. […]