Factual

Off The Fence has greenlit Ever Wonder, a new factual series produced by Wildbear Entertainment in co-production with Insight TV, as part of the evolving commissioning model launched by World Storytelling Media Group (WSMG). The 10x60’ modular documentary series explores the science and systems behind everyday phenomena, uncovering the hidden engineering, structures and technologies that make modern life possible. Each episode tackles seven commonly asked questions linked to subjects ranging from skyscrapers to extreme weather.

The commission follows Pulse, another recent factual order produced with Wildbear Entertainment alongside Wild Thring Media. The travel-focused specialist factual series became the first project developed under WSMG’s new strategy aimed at building scalable, long-running IP in genres including travel and science. For Pulse, RTL Deutschland’s NTV and RTL Living channels, together with Insight TV’s InTravel channel, joined as co-production partners, while Off The Fence will oversee worldwide distribution rights.
The 6x60’ series travels through cities including Bangkok, Istanbul, Tokyo and Mumbai, combining history, science, technology, lifestyle and crime storytelling in a fast-paced format designed for fragmented global audiences across linear, streaming and FAST platforms.

Together, Ever Wonder and Pulse reflect WSMG’s broader push to develop premium factual brands capable of scaling across multiple platforms and international markets. The company is currently seeking projects in genres including history, wildlife, science and factual entertainment with long-term franchise potential.
The latest commission brings the number of projects in development with Wildbear to four, alongside Wild Battlegrounds Season 2 and Hitler’s Elite.

Bo Stehmeier, CEO of Off The Fence, said: “Science programming is scarce, and buyers consistently express the need for modular, overarching strands that can support AVOD strategies alongside traditional channels. For producers, the market’s complexity and fragmentation create significant challenges. WSMG simplifies this journey by engaging early with creators, thinking long-term, and developing IP designed from inception to perform across multiple platforms and territories. Our approach has been crafted to create an environment for ambitious factual ideas to scale sustainably, backed by our reach, commercial expertise, and commitment to lasting impact.”