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HIGH-CONCEPT ORIGINAL IP: Development Opportunity in Next-Gen Competition Format

HIGH-CONCEPT ORIGINAL IP

The Pitch (Synopsis):
A highly marketable, format-driven competition series concept where emerging comedic writing voices go head-to-head. This project fuses the electric energy of live performance with the compelling narrative of high-stakes creative rivalry, designed to discover and launch the next generation of powerhouse comedy talent.

Key Attractions:

  • Strong Genre Fit & Trend Alignment: Taps directly into the high demand for unscripted competition and premium comedy content (Genre Fit: Strong; Trend Alignment: Strong).

  • Monetization Pathway: Identified as a “Streamer-first” property, aligning with current premium VOD market needs.

  • Strategic Interest: Pre-sales interest secured from a major, interested partner focusing on comedy content.

  • IP Security: Developed as Original Intellectual Property (Original IP) by an experienced producer/entertainment attorney with a decade-long track record in film and new media.

  • Cultural Relevance: Features a “Strong” focus on diverse voices, meeting critical industry mandates for inclusive storytelling.

Market & Comps:
Target Audience: Global subscribers seeking addictive, feel-good, competitive entertainment.
Think Project Runway meets Whose Line Is It Anyway? in a format built for binge-watching.

The Ask:
Seeking sophisticated Private Equity/Gap financing partners and strategic Co-Production/Distribution partners (specifically those targeting TV/Streaming platforms) to finalize budgeting and accelerate packaging.

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