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Welcome to the Latest Edition of Vitrina’s Global Entertainment Supply-Chain Digest!
This edition brings you the biggest updates reshaping the entertainment world—from major Film and TV development deals to new productions, partnership deals, licensing arrangements, major acquisitions, tax credits and other activities.
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IP Deals
Hottest IP [Stories, Formats, Books, Games, Podcasts] to be turned into the next big blockbuster- Lionsgate has acquired film rights to the novel, Lloyd McNeil’s Last Ride by Will Leitch after a bidding war. Garrett Basch will produce, with Leitch executive producing the adaptation of the poignant, high-stakes drama. (🇺🇸)
- Rabbit International has acquired global format distribution rights for Masters of Everyday Life, a long-running quiz show created by Bavaria Entertainment and SWR Germany. The celebrity-led format, blending humor and practical knowledge, is now headed to international markets for the first time. (🇫🇮)
- Toei Co has partnered with South Africa’s Pambili Media to develop Yasuke – Way of the Butterfly, a samurai epic based on the true story of an African warrior in Japan, directed by Mandla Dube and set for international release. (🇯🇵 🇿🇦)
- Made Up Stories is set to adapt The Overnoise, the upcoming novel from Warm Bodies author Isaac Marion. The sci-fi drama follows a musician disrupted by a mysterious global tech phenomenon.
- Digitoonz Spain has partnered with Drilo and The Gang and Maskeline to co-develop the musical IP into a global preschool franchise. Plans include a 26-episode 3D animated series, live shows, and merchandise targeting international markets. (🇪🇸)
Production + Seasonal Renewal
Sneak peak into recently announced production projects worldwide- Acclaimed director Masaaki Yuasa has announced Daisy’s Life, his next feature and the first from his new studio, Ame Pippin. Based on Banana Yoshimoto’s novel Hinagiku no Jinsei, the Japanese-French co-production is set for release in 2026, co-produced by Asmik Ace and France’s Miyu Productions. (🇯🇵 🇫🇷)
- Mediaset Spain is launching a new local edition of Guinness World Records titled The Night of Records, produced by Cuarzo (Banijay Iberia). The show will premiere soon on Telecinco, featuring extreme challenges and emotional feats. (🇪🇸)
- Disney+’s Light & Magic returns for Season 2, revisiting the legacy of ILM and the evolution of VFX through stories like Jar Jar Binks. Actor Ahmed Best reflects on the backlash and eventual cultural appreciation of the pioneering CGI character, aligning with George Lucas’ prediction of a shift in perception 20 years later. (🇺🇸)
- Peacock has greenlit unscripted spin-offs of Making It and Top Chef, along with renewing Below Deck Down Under for Season 3. Amy Poehler and Nick Offerman return for the festive Baking It, while Top Chef Family Style introduces young chefs cooking with family. (🇺🇸)
- Priyanka Chopra is reuniting with Baywatch co-star Zac Efron for a new untitled comedy directed by Nicholas Stoller for Amazon MGM Studios. Also starring Will Ferrell and Michael Peña, the plot remains under wraps for now. (🇺🇸)
That’s a Wrap: Filming Is Complete!
Projects that have concluded filming are now moving into post-production- Lanterns pilot wraps filming, with director James Hawes highlighting its deep Americana themes. Starring Kyle Chandler and Aaron Pierre as Hal Jordan and John Stewart, the DCU series reimagines the Green Lantern saga. (🇺🇸)
- Indie horror Sweetest Day wraps filming in Ohio and L.A., starring Dorée Seay, Alex MacNicoll, and Chris Labadie. Directed by Doug Hawley, the film channels retro slasher vibes with a modern twist. (🇺🇸)
- A Cherry Pie Christmas, an indie holiday film starring Katie Leclerc and Ryan Carnes, has wrapped filming in Door County. Directed by John Stimpson, the movie showcases local charm and community support in a festive romantic storyline. (🇺🇸)
- Egyptian period action-comedy Darwish wraps production ahead of its July 17, 2025 release. Starring Amr Youssef, Dina El Sherbiny, and Tara Emad, the film is co-produced by One to One, Film Clinic, Vox Studios, and Film Square. (🇪🇬)
- Newport Christmas, a Hallmark time-travel holiday movie starring Wes Brown and Broadway’s Ginna Claire Mason, has wrapped filming. Directed by Dustin Rikert and produced by Synthetic Cinema, it premieres during Hallmark’s 2025 Countdown to Christmas. (🇺🇸)
Distribution Deals
Distributors securing worldwide content across different genres, languages and format types- France tv distribution has secured new global sales for The Victoria System, a thriller by Sylvain Desclous starring Damien Bonnard and Jeanne Balibar. Recent buyers include Frenetic (Switzerland), Beta Films (Bulgaria), and Encripta (Latin America). (🇫🇷 🇧🇬 🇨🇭)
- Totem Films has picked up international sales for Kika, Alexe Poukine’s debut fiction feature premiering at Cannes Critics’ Week. Starring Manon Clavel, the film explores grief, motherhood, and financial survival with humor and heart. (🇫🇷)
- Coccinelle Film has acquired international distribution rights to Outerlands, Elena Oxman’s SXSW-premiering drama starring Asia Kate Dillon. The Rome-based company will introduce the film to global buyers at the upcoming Cannes Film Market. (🇮🇹)
- Scanbox and Warner Bros. Sweden are set to distribute Once in the Archipelago, the feature debut of author Alex Schulman. Backed by a star-studded cast and compelling storyline, the film targets strong international reach. (🇸🇪)
- Front Row Filmed Entertainment is set to distribute The Thing With Feathers across the MENA region. Starring Benedict Cumberbatch and directed by Dylan Southern, the dark fantasy film will receive a wide theatrical release around Halloween 2025. (🇦🇪)
Acquisition Deals
Streamers & channels acquiring latest content across the world- Broadcasters across Asia, Latin America, and Europe have acquired rights to The Ex-Wife from All3Media International. BBC First and BBC Player will stream the thriller in select Asian markets, while NBCUniversal picks up Latin America, and DR, NRK, and MTV Networks acquire rights for European territories.
- Canal+ has acquired Globo’s primetime telenovela Crazy About You for broadcast in Poland, alongside the International Emmy-winning Orphans of a Nation. The deal includes airing on Novelas+ and streaming via Canal+ platforms.
- Prime Video has acquired U.S. streaming rights to The Narrow Road to the Deep North, starring Jacob Elordi, from Sony Pictures Television, joining existing territories ahead of its April 18 premiere across multiple global markets. (🇺🇸)
- Netflix US has licensed Seasons 2 and 3 of PAW Patrol from Spin Master, adding 52 episodes (26 x 22 minutes each) to its kids’ lineup from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027. (🇺🇸)
- MUBI has acquired Joachim Trier’s Sentimental Value for the U.K., Ireland, Latin America, Turkey, and India ahead of its Cannes premiere, reuniting with the director after The Worst Person in the World. (🇬🇧 🇹🇷 🇮🇳 🇮🇪)
Global Entertainment Leaders Speak
Partnerships / M&A
Cross-Border Collaborations, Joint Ventures, M&A and Partnerships!- Google and Sphere partner to bring The Wizard of Oz to life at Sphere Las Vegas using generative AI. Launching August 28, the immersive reimagining blends AI, VFX, and 1.2PB of data. (🇺🇸)
- Fremantle launches Imaginae Studios, a new AI-focused production label led by Andrea Scrosati. The standalone brand will explore AI across all genres, blending tech and creativity to pioneer next-gen storytelling. (🇬🇧)
- Hong Kong’s Phoenix Waters and Korea’s Studio Target form a tri-regional film-TV alliance across Hong Kong, Korea, and the U.K., launching with international action thriller Shashou and focusing on global content. (🇭🇰)
- Cristiano Ronaldo and director Matthew Vaughn launch UR•Marv, a film studio blending sports and cinema, with two action films completed and a third in development, aiming to revolutionize traditional filmmaking.
- Imax and Toho Cinemas expand their partnership with six new Imax laser theaters across Japan, including a rare dual-system setup in Tokyo’s Hibiya. The move strengthens Imax’s footprint in Japan’s booming anime and film market. (🇯🇵)
Companies Making Headlines
Launch and Expansions of facilities, studios, services & technologies- UpStream Media has launched UpStream Studios, a digital-first production outfit behind the robot combat series MechMania for SVOD platform Mech+. The studio will release three new web series this year, including Dirtiest Home SOS and Cops React, expanding its digital originals slate. (🇬🇧)
- Kedoo Entertainment has expanded its kids’ portfolio with the launch of the Super Toons App and new FAST channels, featuring popular titles like Angry Birds, Booba, and Masha and the Bear. The app is available on iOS and Android. (🇦🇪)
- VFX studio Folks launches its London office, led by veteran Christian Roberton. Backed by Pitch Black’s global network, the expansion connects Hollywood with UK talent, boosting high-end VFX capabilities across Europe and India. (🇬🇧)
- Virtual production pioneer GameChanger is expanding into the U.S., bringing its set-free, real-time CGI technology to two major game shows. The platform enables faster, cost-efficient production with Hollywood-level visuals, eliminating the need for green screens or physical sets. (🇺🇸)
- Ad exec Davide Bianca and producer Jeff Krelitz have launched GRAiL, an AI-powered entertainment studio and management company focused on storytelling through generative AI. Backed by a proprietary pipeline called Delray, GRAiL is already working with global brands and developing an animated series based on Pete Townshend’s Life House graphic novel. (🇺🇸)
Featured New Specializations
Global innovations & breakthroughs in the Entertainment supply-chain- Adobe unveils AI agents for Photoshop and Premiere Pro to automate complex edits and enhance workflows. These assistants offer smart suggestions, natural language prompts, and step-by-step guidance, launching April 24 at Adobe Max London. (🇺🇸 🇬🇧)
- NVIDIA’s PhysX Flow fluid simulation engine is now fully open source, giving VFX pros and developers free access to powerful, GPU-optimized tools for high-performance, real-time fluid simulations across film and gaming. (🇺🇸)
- Sundar Pichai unveils Veo 2, a new animation tool for Google One AI Premium users. Available via Whisk, it lets users animate and blend images, unlocking fun, creative AI-powered experiences. (🇬🇧)
- The €58M ($66M) Together Fund launches to support European indie film and TV producers. Backed by the EU’s EIF, it aims to scale 25+ scripted content companies while preserving creative independence. (🇮🇳)
- SurgeGraph launches Flex in beta, an agentic AI workflow builder for scalable, personalized content creation. Users customize steps with drag-and-drop tools and multiple AI models, backed by ready-made templates and weekly updates. (🇲🇾)
Localization & Post-Production
Latest updates in the world of content Localization & Post-Production- Arcitecta launches Mediaflux Real-Time, enabling instant access to growing media files for live production. It boosts remote editing, cuts post times, and streamlines global collaboration with secure, high-speed data transfer. (🇬🇧)
- AI-Media debuts LEXI Voice, offering real-time, AI-generated multilingual voice tracks with ultra-low latency and no extra hardware. It cuts translation costs by 90% and scales global broadcast accessibility. (🇬🇧)
- Wistia launches an AI-powered video translation and dubbing solution with lip-syncing, supporting 30+ languages. Powered by HeyGen, it offers brands a seamless, end-to-end localization tool to scale global video marketing. (🇺🇸)
- Wondershare Virbo launches major update with Quick Avatar Customization, full-body Talking Photos, and Dynamic Subtitles. The AI tool now enables lifelike digital human videos in minutes, boosting accessibility for creators worldwide. (🇨🇳)
- The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has directed UFO Moviez and Qube Cinema to revise certain lease terms with theatre owners to ensure a more open market. Penalties of ₹1.04 crore and ₹1.66 crore were issued, encouraging greater content access and fostering industry-wide competition. (🇮🇳)
Animation, VFX & Virtual Production
Latest global updates in Animation, Visual Effects VFX & Virtual Production- Samsung partners with Twickenham Film Studios and Quite Brilliant to launch one of the UK’s largest LED virtual production stages. The cutting-edge facility, set to open by June, will revolutionize British filmmaking. (🇬🇧)
- RandomControl’s Maverick Studio and Indie 2025.1 add improved animation tools, deforming mesh support, and enhanced USD workflows, making USD the go-to format for non-CAD imports in GPU-based rendering. (🇺🇸)
- Foundry introduces Nuke Stage, a USD-based virtual production tool for real-time LED wall playback. It offers live scene editing, compositing, and VFX-friendly workflows, bridging offline and real-time production seamlessly. (🇬🇧)
- Blackmagic Design’s Fusion Studio 20.0 beta introduces deep compositing, multi-layer EXR support, Cryptomatte, optical-flow vector warping, and 180° VR workflows—bringing high-end VFX tools to compositors inside and outside DaVinci Resolve. (🇺🇸)
- Reallusion’s iClone 8.53 adds native timecode support and live Vicon mocap streaming. New paid plugins enhance sync accuracy across facial, body, and camera captures for professional-grade real-time animation workflows. (🇺🇸)
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