DRAMA HIGHLIGHTS
Ku’damm 77
Format: 3 x 90' or 6 x 45', UHD
The acclaimed family saga continues with Ku’damm 77, the latest chapter in the award-winning series created by Annette Hess and directed by Maurice Hübner. Set in the vibrant yet fractured Berlin of 1977, the series follows the next generation of the Schöllack family, delving deeper into themes of emancipation, identity, and cultural change. With previous installments (Ku’damm 56, 59, and 63) broadcast in over 30 countries, this new chapter premieres at MIPCOM Cannes on 14 October.
Produced by: UFA Fiction
The Puzzle Lady
Format: 3 x 90' or 6 x 45'
BAFTA-winner Phyllis Logan (Downton Abbey) stars as Cora Felton, an eccentric yet enigmatic crossword expert in this charming mystery series based on the best-selling novels by Parnell Hall. Set in the quaint town of Bakerbury, the series weaves classic whodunnit elements with witty character-driven storytelling.
Produced by: Factual Fiction & December Films
Award: Best Actress Drama, Italian Global Series Festival
Top End Bub
Format: 8 x 30’
This heartwarming comedy-drama from Australia is a sequel to the hit film Top End Wedding. It follows Lauren, an ambitious Indigenous lawyer whose life is upended when she takes in her orphaned niece and relocates with her husband to the Northern Territory. A tale of family, cultural identity, and love, the series brings humor and heart to serious themes.
Produced by: Goalpost Pictures
Ku’damm 77
Format: 3 x 90' or 6 x 45', UHD
The acclaimed family saga continues with Ku’damm 77, the latest chapter in the award-winning series created by Annette Hess and directed by Maurice Hübner. Set in the vibrant yet fractured Berlin of 1977, the series follows the next generation of the Schöllack family, delving deeper into themes of emancipation, identity, and cultural change. With previous installments (Ku’damm 56, 59, and 63) broadcast in over 30 countries, this new chapter premieres at MIPCOM Cannes on 14 October.
Produced by: UFA Fiction
The Puzzle Lady
Format: 3 x 90' or 6 x 45'
BAFTA-winner Phyllis Logan (Downton Abbey) stars as Cora Felton, an eccentric yet enigmatic crossword expert in this charming mystery series based on the best-selling novels by Parnell Hall. Set in the quaint town of Bakerbury, the series weaves classic whodunnit elements with witty character-driven storytelling.
Produced by: Factual Fiction & December Films
Award: Best Actress Drama, Italian Global Series Festival
Top End Bub
Format: 8 x 30’
This heartwarming comedy-drama from Australia is a sequel to the hit film Top End Wedding. It follows Lauren, an ambitious Indigenous lawyer whose life is upended when she takes in her orphaned niece and relocates with her husband to the Northern Territory. A tale of family, cultural identity, and love, the series brings humor and heart to serious themes.
Produced by: Goalpost Pictures
JUNIOR HIGHLIGHTS
The Lady Grace Mysteries
Format: 20 x 24’
Set in the court of Queen Elizabeth I, this live-action series follows Lady Grace Cavendish, a clever teen who secretly works as a spy for the Queen. Based on the best-selling children's novels, the series combines palace intrigue, historical settings, and the challenges of growing up.
Co-produced by: Cottonwood Media, Coolabi Group, ZDF Studios, BBC
Commissioned by: BBC & ZDF
Klincus
Format: 26 x 22’ (Animation)
A lushly animated fantasy adventure about a young boy's quest to find his missing parents in a world divided between industrial might and nature. With its environmental message and rich visual storytelling, Klincus explores balance and belonging in a time of change.
Produced by: Showlab
Magic Moves Kids
Format: 8 x 22’ or 4 x 45’
A powerful, feel-good docuseries that follows children with hemiparesis as they attend a two-week magic therapy camp guided by Germany’s Ehrlich Brothers. Combining magic, science, and rehabilitation, the series demonstrates how creativity can spark resilience and recovery.
Produced by: Content Laden for ZDF
Special Collaboration: University Hospital of Munich
The Lady Grace Mysteries
Format: 20 x 24’
Set in the court of Queen Elizabeth I, this live-action series follows Lady Grace Cavendish, a clever teen who secretly works as a spy for the Queen. Based on the best-selling children's novels, the series combines palace intrigue, historical settings, and the challenges of growing up.
Co-produced by: Cottonwood Media, Coolabi Group, ZDF Studios, BBC
Commissioned by: BBC & ZDF
Klincus
Format: 26 x 22’ (Animation)
A lushly animated fantasy adventure about a young boy's quest to find his missing parents in a world divided between industrial might and nature. With its environmental message and rich visual storytelling, Klincus explores balance and belonging in a time of change.
Produced by: Showlab
Magic Moves Kids
Format: 8 x 22’ or 4 x 45’
A powerful, feel-good docuseries that follows children with hemiparesis as they attend a two-week magic therapy camp guided by Germany’s Ehrlich Brothers. Combining magic, science, and rehabilitation, the series demonstrates how creativity can spark resilience and recovery.
Produced by: Content Laden for ZDF
Special Collaboration: University Hospital of Munich
UNSCRIPTED HIGHLIGHTS
Pharaohs at War
Format: 4 x 50’, UHD
A gripping docuseries that recreates the epic military campaigns of ancient Egypt’s most legendary rulers using cutting-edge CGI, expert insights, and on-site archaeological evidence. From Thutmose III at Megiddo to Cleopatra’s final stand at Actium, this visually arresting series breathes new life into ancient history.
Produced by: Pernel Media in association with RMC Story, Histoire TV, ZDF Studios
Song Trip
Format: 5 x 45’
An uplifting musical journey that sends pop and rock stars to collaborate with artists in Mongolia, Trinidad & Tobago, Iceland, Albania, and Morocco. Through cultural immersion and artistic exchange, they reimagine their biggest hits with a local twist, showcasing the universal language of music.
Produced by: Content Laden
Into the Universe
Format: 8 x 50’
This visually spectacular science series explores the cosmos, from dark matter and black holes to the possibility of extraterrestrial life. Featuring leading scientists and stunning visualizations, the show offers a deep dive into the mysteries of space and our place in it.
Produced by: Go Button Media with Super Channel and ZDF Studios
MEET ZDF STUDIOS AT MIPCOM
For full catalogues and more highlights across drama, junior, and unscripted, ZDF Studios invites industry professionals to connect with its international sales team at Booth R7.D5 in the Palais des Festivals.
Drama: drama@zdf-studios.com
Junior: junior@zdf-studios.com
Unscripted: unscripted@zdf-studios.com
Pharaohs at War
Format: 4 x 50’, UHD
A gripping docuseries that recreates the epic military campaigns of ancient Egypt’s most legendary rulers using cutting-edge CGI, expert insights, and on-site archaeological evidence. From Thutmose III at Megiddo to Cleopatra’s final stand at Actium, this visually arresting series breathes new life into ancient history.
Produced by: Pernel Media in association with RMC Story, Histoire TV, ZDF Studios
Song Trip
Format: 5 x 45’
An uplifting musical journey that sends pop and rock stars to collaborate with artists in Mongolia, Trinidad & Tobago, Iceland, Albania, and Morocco. Through cultural immersion and artistic exchange, they reimagine their biggest hits with a local twist, showcasing the universal language of music.
Produced by: Content Laden
Into the Universe
Format: 8 x 50’
This visually spectacular science series explores the cosmos, from dark matter and black holes to the possibility of extraterrestrial life. Featuring leading scientists and stunning visualizations, the show offers a deep dive into the mysteries of space and our place in it.
Produced by: Go Button Media with Super Channel and ZDF Studios
MEET ZDF STUDIOS AT MIPCOM
For full catalogues and more highlights across drama, junior, and unscripted, ZDF Studios invites industry professionals to connect with its international sales team at Booth R7.D5 in the Palais des Festivals.
Drama: drama@zdf-studios.com
Junior: junior@zdf-studios.com
Unscripted: unscripted@zdf-studios.com
