Banijay is the world's largest independent content creation Group for television and multimedia platforms. Banijay is present in 16 territories.
Banijay is the world's largest independent content creation Group for television and multimedia platforms. Banijay is present in 16 territories.

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  1. jonnydepony Brings a Slice of BOHO to Streamz

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    From Cannes Series, Banijay Entertainment today announces a new addition to its scripted slate, with BOHO,a six-part Flemish dramady from Banijay Benelux label, jonnydepony, commissioned by Streamz.

     Created by Abbie Boutkabout, BOHO is a comedy-drama following three thirty-something friends, Kima, her sister Nawal, and their close pal Alex, as they navigate life in the urban landscape of Borgerhout, one of Antwerp’s most eclectic and culturally-rich neighbourhoods. Played by Ikram Aoulad (Arcadia), Serine Ayari(Exen) and hip-hop artist Miss Angel (Dancing with the Stars), the trio grapple with the everyday pressures of life and modern adulthood. From cultural expectations around careers, marriage and families, to the often-conflicting pursuit of their own dreams and happiness, each week they gather for ‘Fuzzy Fridays’, a chaotic but comforting ritual of sharing over ‘nightshop’ wine, and bad weed. It’s their space to be themselves, vent, laugh and inform the musical Kima is determined to create about their lives. BOHO is written by Boutkabout alongside Philippe De Schepper and Zita Theunynck, and blends raw honesty with humour, music and emotion.

    Helen Perquy, CEO jonnydepony says: “While BOHO is a distinctly Flemish story, capturing the warmth and urban vibe of Borgerhout, the themes and characters are universally relatable – this could be in any European city. Abbie Boutkabout has created a bond between the three characters that is raw, funny and authentic. With dance and music woven into the narrative structure, the series not only offers drama, but an atmospheric mood throughout.”

    As the number one European studio for scripted, Banijay Entertainment stands at the forefront of premium storymaking, with a slate of new and returning titles like Carême (Shine Fiction/ Apple TV), Astérix Le Combatdes Chefs (Montmarte/ Netflix), House of Guinness (Kudos/ Netflix), The World According to Lidea Poët(Groenlandia/ Netflix) Elixer (Topkapi/ New 8), Rogue Heroes (Kudos/ BBC One), Fallen (Filmlance/ TV4),Bergerac (Blacklight TV for U and U& Drama), Culpa Tuya (Pokeepsie/ Prime Video) and more.  Highlights at this week’s Cannes Series festival include The Big F*ck Up (jonnydepony for Streamz B and Amazon Prime Video NL) Rien ne t’efface (Shine Fiction for TF1) and How to Kill Your Sister (MadeFor/ FBO for Play4 & ZDF Neo). 

  2. Banijay Entertainment and SimpelZodiak Kick Off Football Island at London TV Screenings

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    Content powerhouse Banijay Entertainment today unveils Football Island, a groundbreaking format blending sports, survival and competition reality. Created by SimpelZodiak (part of Banijay Benelux), the premium title is set to be a highlight in the exclusive London TV Screenings line-up for Banijay @ BAFTA 195 Piccadilly. Football Island will be the first co-production between SimpelZodiak and Banijay Benelux label Southfields, the largest sports production company in the Netherlands.

    Making its global debut in the Netherlands, Football Island drops 13 legendary footballers in a remote tropical location, stripping them of stadiums, status and comfort. Battling the elements they fight for the basics, and victory, in high-stakes, football-inspired challenges. With friendships tested, rivalries reignited, and legacies on the line, this raw and unscripted adventure brings the beautiful game into the brutal wild. 

    Justine Huffmeijer, Managing Director at SimpelZodiak says: “Football Island is a one-of-a-kind concept bringing legendary footballers back into the heat of fierce competition. This is more than just a game – it’s also a test of strategy, and endurance. Watching football icons relive past clashes and push their unceasing competitive spirit in a high-stake survival environment is set to be a thrilling spectacle for audiences to enjoy.” 

    James Townley, Chief Content Officer, Development, Banijay Entertainment: “Football Island’ electrifying fusion of genres will appeal to sports and entertainment fans alike, offering an intense, character-driven reality format to meet the needs of our many clients around the world. With an outstanding track-record producing high-profile global formats like Survivor and Hunted, SimpelZodiak has raised the bar, pushing survival and reality to the next level, where strategy, resilience and football collide.”

    Banijay Benelux label, SimpelZodiak, specialises in adventure reality and factual entertainment for linear and VOD platforms. The company is behind local versions of global hits including Survivor, Special Forces and Hunted. Other credits include Good Luck Guys, Shaolin Heroes, and Banged Up.

    Additional titles within Banijay Entertainment’s format line-up for London TV Screenings include Against All Odds (Meter/Jarowskij), Mission Unknown: Atlantic (Banijay Productions Germany), The Rest of Your Life (Pineapple Entertainment), AI Love You (Nordisk Film TV) and 30 Days and 30 Dates (Cuarzo Producciones).

    This new title taps into Banijay Entertainment’s growing efforts in sport following its launch of Banijay Sports.

  3. Banijay Entertainment’s Shaolin Heroes Unlocks First International Adaptations

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    Content powerhouse, Banijay Entertainment, today announces international expansion for its premium adventure reality format, Shaolin Heroes. Originally created by Danish label Metronome, there are now two additional versions coming down the track from Banijay Benelux – Banijay Belgium has struck a deal with broadcaster VTM; and in the Netherlands, SimpelZodiak has a greenlight from RTL.  

     Since its debut on TV2 Denmark last year, Shaolin Heroes has captivated viewers with a 31% share surpassing the channel’s average primetime slot, leading to a second season renewal launching this month. The series sees celebrities embark on a transformational journey to master the ancient martial art of the Shaolin Warrior Monks. Under the guidance of two Shaolin Masters, contestants face intense trials testing their physical and mental boundaries, all while uncovering facets of themselves they never knew existed.  

    Isabelle Dams, Managing Director, Banijay Belgium says: “Metronome’s Shaolin Heroes is an adventure reality format unlike any other, taking the audience on an immersive and transformational journey. Bringing this unique format to Belgium with VTM is an exciting step, and we know viewers will be enticed by its intensity.” 

    Justine Huffmeijer, Managing Director, SimpelZodiak comments: “Shaolin Heroes is a bold and unique format which respectfully highlights the Shaolin tradition. Enjoying a solid performance in Denmark, we are eager to launch the Dutch version and watch these celebrities embark on this challenging, yet rewarding experience.”  

    Tina Christensen, Managing Director, Metronome adds: “This premium adventure reality series is a testament to the creativity and ambition of the Metronome team, blending stunning scenery and human endurance. Shaolin Heroes has all the key elements to captivate global audiences and it’s exciting to see this original format expanding its international footprint, while returning here in Denmark for another thrilling season.” 

    Banijay Belgium is a leading producer of high-quality, cross-genre television, with a slate that includes Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, Hunted, Fear Factor, and more recently, it adapted hit travelling format Starstruck.   

    Dutch label SimpelZodiak is a specialist in reality, adventure, documentaries 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, Temptation Island and Banijay UK’s hit fact-ent format Banged Up. 

    Danish production company Metronome is behind Banijay Entertainment’s latest comedy format Roast On The Coast for Amazon Prime Video. It also produces a range of long-running non-scripted series including MasterChef, Hunted, Taskmaster, Alone Together and The Block. 

  4. Scenery and Hôtel Motion Pictures Tackle Hyper-Consumerism with Filmmaker Adam McKay in You Need This

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    Scenery, a joint venture with Banijay Benelux, today announces thought-provoking, feature-length documentary You Need This, directed by Ryan Andrej Lough, produced by Academy Award-winner Adam McKay (Don’t Look Up) via Yellow Dot Studios, and Isidoor Roebers and Lea Fels producing with Scenery. The documentary has been acquired by ZDF Studios’ Off the Fence for worldwide rights across streaming, digital and broadcast platforms, for an anticipated 2025 premiere.

    You Need This is an immersive saga exploring how consumerism and hyper-capitalism, born from the unbridled optimism of 1950s America, has evolved into a global system shaping our desires, identities, and behaviours. Conditioning the population to find meaning and status through endless consumption, this insatiable machine depletes our environment, strains our social bonds, and damages our well-being. Featuring insights from cultural figures and experts like best-selling writer Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah, dream scientist Adam Haar-Horowitz, and lauded economist Juliet Schor, the film reveals the hidden forces manipulating our choices, and challenges us to break free, urging a shift toward more conscious and sustainable living.

    Ryan Andrej Lough, director and producer at Hôtel Motion Pictures says: “I felt compelled to make this film after years of research on the topics within, disturbed by how consumer capitalism has reduced us to mere cogs in a system that causes more waste, division, and destruction than anything else in history. This 20th-century invention now dominates our lives, manipulating us without our awareness and profiting from the destruction of the planet and society.”

    Adam McKay adds: “The film reveals that it’s not cultural or political divisions that have turned our world upside down, but the relentless quest for corporate profit fuelling consumerism. Just as the film delves into the bleak impact of global consumption; it captures something remarkable: a growing awareness as people begin to wake up to the reality of the system we’ve been trapped in.”

    Isidoor Roebers and Lea Fels, producers at Scenery say: “You Need This is a powerful wake-up call, offering a critical lens on the hyper-capitalist machine so deeply engrained in our culture, we barely notice its influence. The film pushes us to confront the real cost of our consumption and invites audiences to envision a future where the planet takes priority over profit. With Off the Fence’s backing, this documentary will ignite a global conversation about our shared economic and environmental future.”

    You Need This is narrated by comedy writer and actor Serra Naiman. It is produced by Adam McKay with Yellow Dot Studios, Isidoor Roebers and Lea Fels with Scenery, and Tyler Owen and Cecilia Butler with Hôtel Motion Pictures. The film is Executive Produced by Yellow Dot’s Staci Roberts-Steele and Hôtel Motion Pictures’ Benjamin Rednour.

  5. France, Poland and the Netherlands Bid For Return Masters

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    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.

  6. Banijay Entertainment’s Banged Up Unlocks First International Deal with the Netherlands

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    Content powerhouse, Banijay Entertainment, today announces SimpelZodiak, part of Banijay Benelux, has sold the BAFTA-nominated format, Banged Up, to Dutch broadcaster EO, part of NPO, marking the show’s first international deal.

    Originally created by Banijay UK’s Shine TV, the producer behind hits Hunted and The Island, Banged Up launched on Channel 4 in October 2023, becoming one of the broadcaster’s most streamed shows. Known locally in the Netherlands as Hel of Hotel(w/t), the acclaimed factual format will be aired through Dutch broadcaster EO on the streaming platform, NPO Start.

    Banged Up is a revolutionary social experiment, where celebrities live the prison experience in a recently decommissioned jail, locked up alongside some of the country’s ex-criminals. As they attempt to survive the strict prison regime, they’ll discover what life behind bars is really like, learning to cope in an extreme and emotionally challenging environment that is far beyond their comfort zone.

    Justine Huffmeijer, Managing Director of SimpelZodiak says: “The themes in Banged Up are globally relatable, addressing issues of prisons and law enforcement, and the concept of second chances. This show is startlingly eye-opening, challengingpreconceptions at every turn. Its authentic and gritty reality delivers compelling viewing, and we’re interested to see how Dutch celebrities handle prison life.”

    Lucas Green, Chief Content Officer, Operations, Banijay adds: “Banged Up sparked important conversations in the UK, and we will undoubtedly see the same success in the Netherlands. This immersive format has strong travelling potential, uncovering critical questions about the prison system. With its dramatic and authentic approach, this format offers a glimpse into what it really is like to be ‘banged up’, and we expect further adaptations for this unique and fascinating programme.”

    Banijay Benelux label, SimpelZodiak, specialises in adventure reality, and factual entertainment for linear and VOD platforms. The company is behind local versions of global hits Survivor (known locally as Expedition Robinson), MasterChef, Temptation Island, and Hunted. Other credits include The Nation’s Brightest, Your Home Made Perfect, and Ik Vertrek.

    This title will sit alongside Banijay Entertainment’s vast catalogue of hit travellers like The Summit, Good Luck Guys, and Love Triangle; superbrands MasterChef, Big Brother and Survivor, and highly-anticipated streamer launches Bear Hunt and Building a Band (w/t).

  7. NL Film Signs First-Look Deal with sunny pictures

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    Banijay Benelux today announces its award-winning scripted label, NL Film, has signed a first-look deal with sunny pictures, a newly-established production company.

    Led by influential forces Paula van der Oest and Mark van Eeuwen, sunny pictures crafts bold, original, and high-quality films and television for both local and international audiences. Through this collaboration, NL Film and sunny pictures will join forces to elevate their creative and production capabilities, and by combining strengths they will deliver powerful, impactful projects, while expanding their respective slates.

    Oscar-nominated Van der Oest, an acclaimed filmmaker with 25 years’ experience, is known for her expertly crafted direction and storytelling, and has a focus on attracting and mentoring new talent and experienced creators, driving projects with fresh creativity. Meanwhile, Van Eeuwen, producer of Stromboli and De Joodse Raad, oversees production and international financing. The two producers previously collaborated at Levitate Film, and together they form a powerhouse duo with the expertise and knowledge to bring high-quality projects to the local and international stage.

    Dennis Cornelisse, Managing Director of NL Film, says: “We are committed to ambitiously growing NL Film, and this partnership with exceptional talent like Paula and Mark, further builds our creative position. Working with Sunny Pictures, with Paula’s reputation as one of the Netherlands’ most acclaimed directors and screenwriters, and Mark’s extensive experience with large-scale financing, represents a major step in strengthening our rich portfolio of films and series.”

    Paula van der Oest and Mark van Eeuwen, founders and producers of sunny pictures, say: “We have a strong connection with the NL Film team; its passion and energy for creating outstanding drama and film perfectly aligns with our own. In uniting forces, we can bring a more ambitious slate to the market, knowing we have first-class production partners and a distribution engine to boot.”

    Recent and forthcoming credits for NL Film include Escape from Albatros, which launched on NPO3 earlier this week; Full Moon, a feature-film for Prime Video, and Bij Heldere Hemel, a forthcoming drama for EO, shedding light on an infamous fireworks disaster. The company also created travelling scripted format Penoza, which returning to Poland after an eight-year hiatus, underscoring the company’s ability to create content resonating with audiences worldwide.

    NL Film is part of Banijay Entertainment’s broader line-up of over 60 scripted labels globally, with an impressive oeuvre of short and feature-length films, youth drama and television series.

  8. Banijay Entertainment’s Scripted Crime Format Penoza Returns to Poland

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    Content powerhouse, Banijay Entertainment, today announces the return of crime thriller Penoza to Polish screens. After an eight-year hiatus, Banijay label Endemol Shine Poland is producing a third season, which will air on TVP 2 in the spring.

    Originally created by NL Film, part of Banijay Benelux, the award-winning format, Penoza, has been adapted in seven markets across Europe and the US.  In this Polish series, Agata Kulesza reprises her role as Carmen, a resilient woman entangled in the dangerous male-dominated world of organised crime. This new season picks up with her release from prison, as she seeks a peaceful life as a wife and mother. However, her hopes are dashed as she is once again drawn into the ruthless underworld. It’s a gripping story of survival, directed by Michał Rogalski (The Spy’s Bay, War Girls).

    Małgorzata Perkowska-Czaja, MD, Endemol Shine Poland says: “The return of Penoza in Poland marks a significant new chapter in our broader strategy to strengthen not only our slate of entertainment hits, but to build our scripted portfolio. With an incredible storyline, high-production values, and a focus on the challenges faced by women in a patriarchal world, this gripping series showcases our expertise and commitment to delivering contemporary productions with wide audience appeal.”

    Endemol Shine Poland has over 20 years’ experience producing hit shows including local adaptations of renowned brands Good Luck Guys, SAS: Who Dares Wins, Boomerissima, Drag Me Out, Don’t Forget The Lyrics, MasterChef, LEGO Masters, and All Together Now, amongst others. In addition, it is behind premium scripted programming such as Our Century for TVP 1, and Squared Love for Netflix.

  9. The Race Is On… Crossing Land, Sea and Air Returns to The Netherlands

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    Content powerhouse, Banijay Entertainment, today announces Crossing Land, Sea and Air, the longest running entertainment programme on Dutch television, is returning and will be available to watch on RTL from 31 August. The 4×55’ series is produced by EndemolShine Nederland, part of Banijay Benelux.

    Following a successful 50th special last year, EndemolShine Nederland’s new season of the iconic entertainment competition will see contestants from across the country participate in a spectacular set of races in which they build their own vehicles. Each designed for a unique challenge, they are judged on speed, agility and creativity, with a special prize for the most innovative design. The format was originally created by TROS and René Stokvis in 1973.

    Rob van der Vleugel, Managing Director EndemolShine Nederland, says: “Crossing Land, Sea and Air:  is an ambitious revival of an iconic series, and a brilliant addition to EndemolShine Nederland’s entertainment slate. We are confident it will delight long-standing fans and new audiences alike, with its nod to classic challenges, alongside fresh twists, and a conscientious approach to sustainability as an Albert-certified production.”

    Lucas Green, Chief Content Officer, Operations, Banijay adds: “This format is a real classic, which is cherished by audiences in the Netherlands. The upcoming revival has been expertly crafted by EndemolShine Nederland for 2024 audiences, and there is significant international potential which we look forward to exploring.”

    EndemolShine Nederland, part of Banijay Benelux, creates and delivers high-class multi-genre productions including Big Brother, LEGO Masters, and Deal or No Deal, as well as ideating new formats like Blow Up, which aired its second season last year on RTL4, with local adaptations in Germany, New Zealand and Australia; and Domino Challenge, adapted in France.

  10. NL Film Shines Bright with Full Moon

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    Media and entertainment powerhouse, Banijay, today announces NL Film, a Banijay Benelux company, has struck a deal with Searchers and Prime Video, to distribute their latest feature film, Full Moon. The very first Dutch film to be filmed entirely in Thailand, it will be released in local cinemas in 2025, as well as Prime Video.

    Full Moon, directed by David Cocheret (De Slet van 6VWO, SpangaS) with screenplay written by  Brian De Vore (SpangaS, Misfit: The Series, Costa!! de serie), follows four friends in their thirties who travel to Thailand for a holiday filled with parties and adventure. When the body of a young woman washes up after a wild ‘Full Moon Party’, the four best friends wind up as the main suspects, and what should have been a carefree holiday quickly turns into a horrific nightmare. Directed by David Cocheret, the four main roles are played by Yannick Jozefzoon (Femi, Santos), Kay Greidanus (Net als in de film, Commando’s), Matthijs van de Sande Bakhuyzen (De Stamhouder, Billy the Kid) and Joep Paddenburg (Jippie No More!, Tegendraads).  

    Dennis Cornelisse, Managing Director and Producer of NL Film: “Full Moon is a remarkable project, having been entirely shot in Thailand with a Thai and Dutch crew under challenging circumstances. Moreover, the film combines various genres from bromance to action thriller, making it a broadly appealing and valuable addition to our portfolio and to Dutch cinema. With its universal theme, we hope to see this gripping thriller gain exposure beyond its Dutch borders and capture global audiences, whilst also demonstrating its great potential as a travelling format.”

    David Cocheret, director of Full Moon: “Filming for a full month in Thailand was an unforgettable experience that I wouldn’t have wanted to miss. Despite the differences between Dutch and Thai culture – such as the necessary blessing of the set by a monk for the Thai crew — we found a common language in the film. I am proud of the crew and look forward to the result.” 

    Full Moon is being produced by NL Film and hs been made possible by the Netherlands Film Production Incentive, Searchers, and Prime Video. The film is currently in post-production and is set to be released in Dutch cinemas in 2025. NL Film is part of Banijay’s broader line-up of over 60 scripted labels globally, with an impressive oeuvre of short and feature-length films, youth drama and television series. 

  11. Scenery Announces Formula 1 Docu-Series Max Verstappen – Off the Beaten Track

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    Media and entertainment powerhouse, Banijay, today announces Scenery, a joint venture with Banijay Benelux, will produce Max Verstappen – Off the Beaten Track for Viaplay. The series, a collaboration between Scenery, Viaplay and Verstappen, offers unique glimpses into the life of the three-time Formula 1 world champion, and comes off the success of last year’s acclaimed documentary, Max Verstappen- Anatomy of a Champion.

    Max Verstappen – Off the Beaten Track presents a unique opportunity for viewers to explore Verstappen’s passions beyond the F1 circuit, providing intimate insights into his character and race craft. Through three 30-minute episodes, director Nick Hoedeman unveils a hidden side of Verstappen not captured by other cameras ever before. Each episode highlights a different aspect of Verstappen’s passion beyond the F1 track, and in this more intimate setting, the series gains a deeper understanding of this global superstar and his love for racing.

    Max Verstappen: “This series shows a side that often remains unseen during the moments on the Formula 1 circuit. ‘Off the Beaten Track’ gives a glimpse of my life, my love for different forms of motorsport and the people who inspire me. I’m proud to collaborate with Viaplay in bringing this unique series to viewers.”

    Isidoor Roebers, Scenery Founder and Producer comments: “We reflect with immense pride on the remarkable journey of creating this series for Viaplay and Max Verstappen. Together with director Nick Hoedeman, our dedicated team crafted a truly distinctive series, filmed on location in Monaco, Las Vegas, Austria, Italy, and Amsterdam. Through this captivating documentary, it has been an honour to delve into the life of Max, a perspective that few have had the privilege to witness.”

    Peter Nørrelund, Viaplay Group EVP and Chief Sports & Business Development Officer says: “Our collaboration with Max Verstappen on Off the Beaten Track is a testament to our commitment to delivering exclusive and captivating content. In this series, we’ve opened the doors to a side of Max that goes beyond the fast-paced world of Formula 1. This isn’t just about racing; it’s about uncovering the essence of a global superstar. We are thrilled to offer viewers an intimate look into Max’s passions and pursuits outside the circuit, highlighting the depth of his character, and the fervour that fuels his success. We’re proud to present this unique and compelling series that adds another dimension to Max Verstappen”.

    The news follows Banijay’s recent launch of Banijay Sports, which signalled its ambitions to grow across sportainment, documentary and digital, via new partnerships, content investments and M&A.

  12. NL Film Announces New Senior Team

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    Banijay Benelux today confirms new senior team at NL Film with Dennis Cornelisse taking over as Managing Director and Wynand Chocolaad joining as Head of Productions, with both roles effective immediately.

    Cornelisse, who previously served as Producer at NL Film, is replacing Alex Doff, COO at Banijay Benelux. Having been the driving force behind many successful productions including The Golden Hour, Anoniem,Rundfunk, Neem me mee, Costa!! and De Regels van Floor, he will take over the strategic direction of NL Film and strengthen the portfolio of projects in development.

    Peter Lubbers, CEO at Banijay Benelux: “Dennis’ deep knowledge of the world of films and drama series combined with his experience, proven track record, and leadership, make him the perfect candidate to take on NL Film. I look forward to seeing the next phase of growth and creative ambition he will bring to the label.”

    Reinforcing the creative team, Chocolaad is joining as Head of Productions. Previously at Lemming Film, he brings a wealth of experience having spent 16 years at NL Film, where he built, and subsequently maintained strong ties with the creative team. In addition to supervising all productions, he will ensure departments are fully supported and maximised.

    Recent hits for the Amsterdam-based production company NL Film include Golden Hour (NPO), Modern Love(Amazon Prime Video), and feature film Costa.