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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- Paramount Pictures acquires rights to Thomas Ray’s novella Silencer, with Ben Jacoby adapting the screenplay. Produced by Lorenzo di Bonaventura and NeoText, the film follows a CIA agent hunting a mind-wiping operative. (🇺🇸)
- Danú Media secures rights to adapt Lisa McInerney’s award-winning novel The Glorious Heresie into an Irish crime drama. Supported by Screen Ireland, the series explores violence, addiction, and moral dilemmas in Cork’s criminal underworld. (🇮🇪)
- Meralta Films, led by Indian Matchmaking creator Smriti Mundhra, acquires rights to Riva Razdan’s novel The Naani Diaries for a scripted adaptation. The romantic comedy follows a New Yorker exploring Mumbai’s arranged marriage scene after heartbreak. (🇺🇸)
- Legendary Entertainment and Hasbro Entertainment are developing a live-action film and TV universe based on Magic: The Gathering. The first feature film is in development, expanding the $1 billion franchise for longtime and new fans. (🇺🇸)
- Starz acquires rights to adapt Miranda July’s bestselling novel All Fours into a TV series. The project, exploring female sexuality and reinvention, is currently in development as part of Starz’s adult-focused programming expansion. (🇺🇸)
Production + Seasonal Renewal
Sneak peak into recently announced production projects worldwide- Tips Films Ltd. partners with Earthsky Pictures, led by acclaimed filmmakers Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari (Nil Battey Sannata) and Nitesh Tiwari (Dangal). The collaboration aims to produce narrative-driven, mass-appeal films with strong musical elements. (🇮🇳)
- Blue Spirit, Atomic Cartoons, and Milkcow Media team up for Action Rabbits, a 3D CGI rescue adventure series (52 x 11’) for TF1. Targeting ages 4-7, the show blends action, humor, and teamwork, set on the vibrant Hoppity Island. (🇫🇷)
- Big Mood, produced by Dancing Ledge Productions for Channel 4, returns for a second season. Starring Nicola Coughlan and Lydia West, the comedy explores friendship, chaos, and change, with global sales handled by Fremantle. (🇬🇧)
- TVOKids greenlights Burps, Butts and Bones, a 26-episode hybrid live-action/animation series from Sphere Media. Aimed at 6-9-year-olds, the educational comedy explores the human body through a CGI skeleton host and real-life kid reporters. (🇨🇦)
- A Twilight-inspired, French-language adaptation of The Phantom of the Opera is in the works, starring Deva Cassel, Julien De Saint Jean, and Romain Duris. Directed by Alexandre Castagnetti, the $20M film is co-produced and distributed by SND and will start filming at Opéra Garnier this summer. (🇫🇷)
That’s a Wrap: Filming Is Complete!
Projects that have concluded filming are now moving into post-production- The Peaky Blinders movie, produced by BBC Film and Netflix, has wrapped filming. Creator Steven Knight confirmed post-production is underway and hinted at future franchise expansions featuring top British talent. (🇺🇸)
- Hulu’s The Handmaid’s Tale Season 6 has officially wrapped filming ahead of its spring 2025 premiere. Stars O-T Fagbenle, Amanda Brugel, and Yvonne Strahovski shared emotional tributes marking the series’ final season. (🇺🇸)
- Salman Khan’s action film Sikandar, directed by AR Murugadoss, has wrapped filming at Yash Raj Films Studios. Produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, the film is set for an Eid 2025 release, with promotions beginning soon. (🇮🇳)
- HBO’s The Gilded Age Season 3 has wrapped filming and will premiere in 2025. The new season explores divorce, arranged marriages, and societal acceptance, with major conflicts for the Russell family and historical themes. (🇺🇸)
- Apple TV+’s The Morning Show Season 4 has wrapped filming, with production completing in December 2024. Starring Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon, the new season promises more drama and surprises for UBA’s newsroom. (🇺🇸)
Distribution Deals
Distributors securing worldwide content across different genres, languages and format types- ITN Distribution acquires North American rights to thriller Joe Baby, starring Dichen Lachman, Willa Fitzgerald, Ron Perlman, and Harvey Keitel. Produced by Latigo Films, the film is based on Drew Fine’s novel and premieres at EFM. (🇺🇸)
- Beta Film acquires distribution rights to Bulgarian drama Shattered Bonds and Spanish thriller Shades for the European Film Market at Berlinale. Produced by Secuoya Studios and Stellarmedia for SkyShowtime, Shades marks SkyShowtime’s second locally commissioned original in Spain. (🇩🇪 🇪🇸 🇧🇬)
- The Party Film Sales has sold We Believe You to Spain (Filmin, Karma Films) and Benelux (O’Brother Distribution). The Berlinale premiere highlights child abuse victims’ struggles and systemic failures in custody battles. (🇫🇷)
- Blue Harbor Entertainment acquires U.S. distribution rights to Audrey’s Children, starring Natalie Dormer. Directed by Ami Canaan Mann, the biopic is produced by Emblem Entertainment, Amasia Entertainment, and Resonate Entertainment, releasing March 28, 2025. (🇺🇸)
- PBS Distribution secures global rights to Ken Burns’ The American Revolution and will present it at London TV Screenings. The series explores America’s founding, featuring Peter Coyote’s narration and an all-star voice cast. (🇺🇸)
Acquisition Deals
Streamers & channels acquiring latest content across the world- Shudder acquires Hélène Cattet and Bruno Forzani’s Reflection in a Dead Diamond for North America, UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. The supernatural crime film premieres at Berlin Film Festival and releases in 2025. (🇺🇸 🇬🇧 🇮🇪 🇦🇺 🇳🇿)
- Mubi acquires North American rights to The History of Sound, starring Paul Mescal and Josh O’Connor. Focus Features and Universal Pictures International handle international distribution. Directed by Oliver Hermanus, it premieres in 2025. (🇺🇸 🇬🇧)
- Netflix Australia acquires New Zealand teen dramedy n00b, originally a TikTok hit developed by Great Southern. Set in 2005, the 6×22’ series follows a teen jock’s social downfall after being outed as a gay FanFiction writer. (🇦🇺 🇳🇿)
- Scorpion TV secures global sales for BBC’s Better Off Dead? from NRK (Norway), AMI (Canada), PTS (Taiwan), LTV (Latvia), and Proximus (Belgium). Other major doc deals include Theatres of War, The Lesson, and Against All Enemies. (🇳🇴 🇨🇦 🇹🇼 🇱🇻 🇧🇪)
- Amazon MGM Studios expands its deal with 5&2 Studios, acquiring theatrical and streaming rights for two feature films tied to The Chosen Seasons 6 & 7, streaming exclusively on Prime Video. The deal includes a first-look agreement for future faith-based projects. (🇺🇸)
Global Entertainment Leaders Speak
Partnerships / M&A
Cross-Border Collaborations, Joint Ventures, M&A and Partnerships!- CoStudios, backed by H&M heir Tom Persson’s C0_Made, merges Art & Bob, Breakable Films, and Third Ear Studio to expand IP-driven content across film, TV, and podcasts, focusing on acquiring and developing Nordic intellectual properties for long-term growth. (🇸🇪)
- Brahma, DNEG Group’s AI and content technology company, acquires Metaphysic to enhance AI-driven content creation. The merger unites 800+ experts, integrating Ziva, Metaphysic, and CLEAR’s AI platforms for video, image, and audio innovation. (🇬🇧)
- Paramount and YouTube TV reached a multi-year carriage deal, ensuring continued access to CBS, Nickelodeon, MTV, and BET. The agreement includes Paramount+ with Showtime and BET+ on YouTube Primetime Channels, enhancing streaming flexibility. (🇺🇸)
- Hungary’s NFI Studios has undergone a major renovation, adding four new soundstages and expanding to 135,000 square feet. The Budapest-based facility is already booked for 2025, supporting Hollywood and European productions. (🇭🇺)
- Fox Corp. has acquired Red Seat Ventures, a major player in podcast and digital media production, known for hosting Megyn Kelly, Tucker Carlson, Bill O’Reilly, and Piers Morgan. The company will operate under Fox’s Tubi division. (🇺🇸)
Companies Making Headlines
Launch and Expansions of facilities, studios, services & technologies- BBC Studios has acquired a minority stake in Samphire Films, the production company co-founded by Sophie Leonard (creator of Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test) and David Hodgkinson. The deal includes first-look global distribution and format rights. (🇬🇧)
- BBC Studios and Banijay Asia have announced a multi-year production partnership in India, granting Banijay Asia exclusive access to BBC Studios’ unscripted and scripted format catalogue. This collaboration will localize global hits like Dancing with the Stars, The Office, and The 1% Club for Indian audiences. (🇮🇳 🇬🇧)
- Masaaki Yuasa has launched Ame Pippin, a new animation studio in Tokyo, collaborating with Asmik Ace, Aniplex, and CoMix Wave Films. The Mind Game and Inu-Oh director aims to create fresh, innovative content. (🇯🇵)
- Alex Kahuam has launched Kahuam Films in Los Angeles, focusing on genre films. The company’s first title, psychological horror film The Remedy, stars Timothy Granaderos, Doug Jones, and London Thor and is nearing completion. (🇺🇸)
- JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar have merged under JioStar, creating JioHotstar, which now holds a 31% SVOD market share in India. The platform offers premium Hollywood content, Indian originals, and live sports, reshaping India’s OTT industry. (🇮🇳)
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Featured New Specializations
Global innovations & breakthroughs in the Entertainment supply-chain- Assetify 2, a Blender add-on by Nino (defoq), now supports animation export, including Geometry Nodes-based animations and cloth simulations. It automates asset processing for game-ready formats, supporting Unreal Engine, Unity, and glTF.
- KeenTools 2025.1 enhances FaceTracker and GeoTracker with wireframe rendering and Start frame selection. It now supports Blender 4.4 and Nuke 15.2, improving workflow for facial and object tracking. (🇦🇲)
- Maxon releases Red Giant 2025.3 and Universe 2025.2, adding scaling options to Maxon Studio, better integration with Red Giant tools, and 200 new Capsules for social media motion graphics in After Effects. (🇩🇪)
- Chaos Vantage 2.7 adds OCIO color management, lens distortion, vignetting, enhanced V-Ray scattering support, DLSS 4 updates, and improved Sun and Sky rendering, enhancing real-time ray tracing for visualization and VFX. (🇩🇪)
- SuperSplat 2.0, a free browser-based 3D Gaussian Splat editor, adds timeline controls for flythrough animations and a new gallery for sharing scenes, supporting desktop and VR/AR viewing. (🇬🇧)
Localization & Post-Production
Latest updates in the world of content Localization & Post-Production- Ateliere Live adds a new API for reality, game shows, and sports workflows, integrating with Cuez, Singular.live, and Megaphone TV to enhance live production, reduce costs, and enable remote collaboration. (🇺🇸)
- Brightcove launches AI Content Suite, offering AI-powered tools for video editing, metadata optimization, and translation. It automates clip creation, formatting, and personalization, enhancing content reach and engagement while improving production efficiency. (🇺🇸)
- Replikant Chat launches, bringing AI-powered 3D character animation with real-time lip sync, gestures, and multilingual support. Built in Unreal Engine 5, it democratizes animation for creators, businesses, and educators. (🇺🇸)
- Cinematiq launches DCP Transfer Software, enabling independent filmmakers and festivals to easily create, verify, and distribute Digital Cinema Packages (DCPs). The tool simplifies transfers, ensures quality, and eliminates reliance on third-party services. (🇺🇸)
- Grok 3.0, xAI’s latest AI model, debuts with 200,000 Nvidia H100 GPUs, leveraging synthetic data and reinforcement learning for enhanced accuracy. Early benchmarks show superiority in science, math, and coding tasks. (🇺🇸)
Animation, VFX & Virtual Production
Latest global updates in Animation, Visual Effects VFX & Virtual Production- Transported Audio + Music opens Broken Arrow, a new mix stage on the Fox lot, featuring 4K laser projection and immersive audio. The studio continues expanding its work in film, games, and advertising. (🇦🇺)
- Sohonet’s new rental house and reseller program expands access to ClearView Flex, supporting remote post-production workflows with flexible integration options for rental houses in major cities like London, New York, Los Angeles, and Vancouver. (🇬🇧 🇨🇦 🇺🇸)
- Immersive Company unveils Immersive Camera Two, a 16K 180° 3D camera with 90-180fps capture. Alongside, it launches Prima Immersive, a platform, app, and encoder enhancing high-quality immersive video production and distribution. (🇺🇸)
- Mindshow launches a real-time Virtual Production platform, unifying CG animation tools for seamless production. It integrates cutting-edge technology to streamline workflows across film, TV, gaming, marketing, and VFX industries. (🇺🇸)
- Adobe has released Firefly Video Model, an AI-powered video generation tool competing with OpenAI’s Sora and Runway. Pricing for major users, including studios, will be announced later this year. (🇺🇸)
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