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Welcome to a brand-new edition of Vitrina’s global monitor of Film and TV productions covering everything from Movies and Feature Films to TV series, Animations, Documentaries, Scripted and Unscripted projects.
Before diving into the September metrics, let’s review the key Film and TV production trends shaping the industry since 2022.
Global Film+TV Productions Volume: Last 33 Months
Source: Vitrina Daily Production Tracker
Insights on Production Transactions – September’24 vs. August’24
Vitrina tracks global content projects in real-time across all stages—development, production, post-production, and release. By monitoring daily transactions like financing, commissioning, and green-lighting among production houses, streamers, and broadcasters, we gain sharp insights into industry trends, key players, and buyer behavior.
Below are the key highlights for September specifically for Production Volumes:
- Global Trends: Production volumes dropped 10% from August, with the Americas down 24%, EMEA 7%, and APAC 15%.
- Genre & Language: Drama led the genres, followed by Documentary and Comedy. Scripted content made up 69% of all productions. English accounted for 38% of projects, with Japanese productions following.
- Top Players: Netflix and Prime Video, were the top commissioners, followed closely by the BBC.
- Streaming Trends: Streamers held 20% of the total production volume, consistent with previous months.
- Manga/Anime Boom: 70% of Japanese productions focused on manga/anime content.
- EMEA Focus: Streamers and broadcasters commissioned more African productions, especially in English, Afrikaans, and Arabic.
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Season Renewals:
Season renewals have emerged as a vital support system for businesses throughout the entertainment supply chain. With new productions experiencing delays due to market fluctuations, renewing established shows provides a dependable avenue for success for streamers and broadcasters. These renewals not only facilitate ongoing viewer engagement but also help maintain a steady workflow for production and post-production service providers.
The graph below highlights recent season renewal trends, showcasing shifts in industry strategies to preserve and expand series offerings. It also reveals how different languages, regions, and genres are shaping these evolving patterns.
Month Wise Summary:
- January: Dutch language renewals saw a notable rise, second only to English.
- March: Renewals surged, driven by Netflix, Paramount, Warner Bros., and ITV, showing strong confidence in existing series.
- May: Renewal activity peaked, reflecting the industry’s commitment to current shows.
- June-July: Stable season renewals, with an increase in Japanese language renewals.
- August: Renewals dropped by 37%.
- September: Renewals bounced back by 8%, led by EMEA and APAC, with a notable rise in Japanese renewals. Key players: Netflix, Prime Video, BBC.
September Regional Insights:
- EMEA: BBC, Prime Video, and ITV led renewals.
- APAC: Renewals increased, driven by Network 10 and smaller buyers.
- Americas: Netflix, Prime Video, and TLC led the region’s renewals.
Genre Preference: Reality genre topped September’s renewals.
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Vitrina Spotlight: Production Deal of the Month!
BBC and UKTV Sign Production Deal for Shakespeare & Hathaway – Private Investigators
BBC and UKTV have entered a new production deal with BBC Studios Drama Productions for the fifth season of Shakespeare & Hathaway – Private Investigators. Filming for the upcoming season has already commenced in Birmingham, reflecting BBC’s commitment to regional investment in the Midlands. The series, co-created by Paul Matthew Thompson and Jude Tindall, follows the cases of an unlikely detective duo in the picturesque setting of Stratford-upon-Avon.
- Strategic Partnership: The new season will debut on UKTV’s crime channel, Alibi, before launching on BBC and iPlayer, giving UKTV exclusive early access while BBC secures wider distribution.
- Narrative & Cultural Impact: The show’s mix of mystery, humor, and British charm has garnered a loyal following, appealing to both UK and international audiences, especially with the growing demand for British content.
- Collaborative Expertise: BBC Studios Drama Productions will lead the project, continuing its successful partnership with UKTV, which has delivered high viewership and critical acclaim in past seasons.
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Entertainment Companies Tracked by Vitrina Worldwide in September: 133,000+
Entertainment Companies Tracked by Vitrina Worldwide in September:
| Most Popular on Vitrina | Highest Reputation Scores | |
| Streamers & Broadcasters | Netflix | Netflix, Nippon TV |
| Production Houses | The Walt Disney Company | Warner Bros. Discovery, Wildbrain |
| Post-Production Cos. | Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) | Prime Focus Technologies, Company 3 |
| Distributors | All3Media International, Globo International Distribution, AP International | Nordisk Film, Blue Ant Media |
| Localization | Iyuno, Visual Data Media Services, Zoo Digital | Iyuno, Dubformer, Keyword Studios |
