Content powerhouse, Banijay Entertainment, today announces Return Masters has been picked up by France’s 6ter for 6×52’, Poland’s Super Polsat for a 24×60’ run, and the Netherlands’ RTL5 for a 50×43’ series. Originally created by Endemol Shine Germany and DSP (part of Banijay UK), the latest versions will be produced by Banijay Entertainment’s Endemol France, Endemol Shine Poland (part of Banijay Germany), and SimpelZodiak (part of Banijay Benelux) respectively.
Return Masters follows second-hand traders competing to make the most profit by bidding on mystery pallets filled with returned goods. Using their expertise, they go head-to-head as they haggle, bid, and bag bargains galore in the ultimate battle of returns dealers. It has run for four seasons on RTL in Germany and the French, Polish and Dutch versions mark the first international adaptations.
Jean-Louis Blot, CEO, Endemol France says: “This fun-filled game show combines the thrill of bidding, with the mystery of not knowing exactly what’s inside the pallets, making it a must-watch for the entire family. Given its long-running success in Germany, we look forward to seeing Return Masters’ debut on 6ter’s primetime line-up.”
Małgorzata Perkowska-Czaja, MD, Endemol Shine Poland says: “Return Masters is an authentic, character-driven show, featuring experienced and passionate dealers that audiences can’t help but root for. This format has been captivating audiences in Germany for four series. We are pleased to bring it to Poland and we believe it will resonate with Polish viewers and be well-received here.”
Justine Huffmeijer, Managing Director at SimpelZodiak says: “By leaning into the shared expertise of the Banijay Entertainment teams around the group, we can give audiences in the Netherlands the best, premium formats from all around the world. Return Masters is a great fit for RTL5, incorporating light-hearted competition that is fun and entertaining for viewers.”
Fabian Tobias, Managing Director Endemol Shine Germany, says: “Touching on hot topics, from sustainability to the current unboxing returned goods trend on social media, the show is well-suited for many international broadcasters. With its strong format pillars interwoven with local second-hand industries, we look forward to seeing how Endemol France, Endemol Shine Poland and SimpelZodiak adapt the series for their respective markets.”
Endemol France, part of Banijay France, is a non-scripted juggernaut having produced recent hits such as Star Academy, LEGO® Masters, Celebrity Hunted, and LOL: Last One Laughing.
Endemol Shine Poland has over 20 years’ experience producing hit shows including local adaptations of renowned brands Don’t Forget The Lyrics, MasterChef, LEGO Masters, All Together Now, You Can Dance, New Generation, Money Drop and Big Brother, amongst others. In addition, it is behind premium scripted programming such as Our Century for TVP 1, and Squared Love for Netflix.
SimpelZodiak is a specialist in reality, adventure, and factual entertainment, with the aim of telling stories with impact, which leave viewers inspired and entertained. Amongst its slate is Good Luck Guys, Hunted, Survivor, SAS: Who Dares Wins and Your Home Made Perfect.