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. Endemol Shine Poland Revives Must Be the Music for Polsat

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    Content powerhouse, Banijay Entertainment, today announces Endemol Shine Poland will produce a new season of the reality talent format, Must Be the Music, for Polsat. Last aired in 2016, the 10-episode reboot is set to captivate Polish audiences once again with its celebration of musical talent.

    The musical talent search format is open to solo artists, groups, vocalists, and instrumentalists. Contestants receive creative support, promotional advice, and a chance to win a cash fund to kickstart their careers. Expert judges audition thousands of acts nationwide, with selected contestants advancing to studio-based semi-finals. Viewers choose the winner, and all performances are available for immediate download, allowing fans to support their favourite artists regardless of the competition’s outcome.

    Małgorzata Perkowska-Czaja, Managing Director of Endemol Shine Polska says: “Must Be the Music’s authentic showcase of all artistry makes it a standout in the reality genre and we are thrilled to continue its legacy. This revival is an exciting way to reintroduce the format to Poland, maintaining its rich history while presenting fresh and engaging content for which will resonate with both longtime fans and new audiences alike.”

    Lucas Green, Chief Content Officer, Operations at Banijay Entertainment, adds: “Rebooting this format in Poland demonstrates the strength of the brands in our catalogue and the renewed demand from buyers for music-competition formats. The team at Endemol Shine Poland has extensive expertise at delivering top-notch entertainment and I know viewers are in for an enjoyable season filled with incredible talent and unforgettable performances.”

    Originally produced in the UK for Sky 1 by Princess Productions, Must Be the Music in Poland quickly became a sensation, with approximately three million viewers each season. The first Polish winner, Enej band, achieved great commercial success that added to the show’s popularity. Numerous Polish artists launched their careers through the program, such as LemON, Red Lips, Oberschlesien, Marcin Patrzalek, Tune, and Shata QS. The show became a staple of Polish television, known for its incredible talent and unforgettable performances.

    Endemol Shine Poland has over 20 years’ experience producing hit shows including local adaptations of renowned brands Don’t Forget the Lyrics, Drag Me Out, 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.

  2. Banijay Entertainment Lifts the Curtain on Must-See London TV Screenings Line-Up

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    Global content powerhouse, Banijay Entertainment, today announces its top-tier premium line-up for its exclusive London TV Screenings event, Banijay @ BAFTA 195 Piccadilly. With a range of captivating and multi-genre programming, the group’s event will span three sessions on Wednesday, 26th February. 

    Headlining the 2025 showcase is Maigret the first contemporary television adaptation of Georges Simenon’s beloved detective novels, from the Golden Globe and BAFTA award-winning production company behind Wolf Hall: The Mirror and the Light; landmark documentary series 7/7: The London Bombings, marking the 20th anniversary of the London attack; and reality dating format 30 Dates in 30 Nights with several brand new formats to be announced on the day. Additionally, the powerhouse will spotlight highly-anticipated reboots including fan-favourite reality series Faking It.

    Cathy Payne, CEO, Banijay Rights says: “From high-end dramas to gripping factual series, this year’s line-up highlights the exceptional depth and quality of our burgeoning catalogue, reinforcing our reputation for delivering standout content across multiple genres to buyers worldwide. We cannot wait to come together later this month with our partners at BAFTA 195 Piccadilly for what has become an unmissable event in the TV industry calendar.” 

    James Townley, Chief Content Officer, Development and Lucas Green, Chief Content Officer, Operations at Banijay Entertainment, comment: “The London TV Screenings is the perfect stage to showcase Banijay Entertainment’s latest and most innovative IP, alongside reimagined hit formats. Creativity is brimming across our footprint, and with global partners seeking bold new formats, our portfolio of buzzworthy titles truly set us apart.” 

    For its UK premium scripted slate, Banijay Rights’ offering includes Maigret for MASTERPIECE from Playground, which reframes Parisian Chief Inspector, Jules Maigret, as an unconventional young detective; a modern re-imagining of iconic detective series Bergerac, an U&Original series for U and U&DRAMA from Blacklight TV; Emmy-winning Baby Reindeer-creator Richard Gadd’s deeply personal drama Half Man for BBC and BBC Scotland, in coproduction with HBO, from Mam Tor Productions; Wild Mercury and Capricorn Productions’ psychological thriller FEAR for Amazon Prime Video; The Forge Entertainment’s Just Act Normal a comedy drama series about three stubbornly optimistic siblings with a dark secret, for BBC iPlayer and BBC Three; and The Feud, a domestic thriller for Channel 5 from Lonesome Pine Productions in association and North East Screen.  

    Crossing over to continental Europe is French crime series The Family Detective for TF1 from Shine Fiction; Dutch thriller Elixir for NPO and New8 from Banijay Benelux label Topkapi Films; and French horror thriller The Rose Family for Cine+ OCS from Black Sheep Films. Also featured are the eagerly awaited second seasons of Marie Antoinette, the CANAL+ Creation Originale, produced by CAPA Drama, Banijay Studios France and Beside Production; and Filmlance’s Swedish crime drama Fallen for TV4.   

    A range of fascinating documentaries headline the factual slate including 7/7: The London Bombings from The Slate Works for BBC Two and BBC iPlayer; true-crime series The Drowning Pool from Caravan for Channel 5; Workerbee’s gripping title Anatomy of a Murder; investigative climate justice documentary The Silence of the Earth, from Diagonal TV with Crescendo Media Production for TVE and ARTE; and CNN Original series Eva Longoria: Searching for Spain from Hyphenate Media Group.  

    Banijay Entertainment’s formats continue to push boundaries, with a blend of original and highly-entertaining offerings including Meter/Jarowskij’s cross-country skiing competition Against All Odds for SVT; influencer-fuelled adventure Mission Unknown: Atlantic from Banijay Productions Germany for Prime Video; life-changing Danish reality format The Rest of Your Life for DR1 and DR TV; and Nordisk Film TV’s docu-format AI Love You for TV 2. 

    On the reality front comes 30 Dates in 30 Nights from Cuarzo Producciones (part of Banijay Iberia) for Mitele Plus (Mediaset España) and highly-anticipated popular reboots including Faking it; Ladette to Lady and hit extension LEGO Masters: Out of the Box.   

    From its third-party non-scripted portfolio is reality format My Name Is Gabriel for JTBC and Disney+; unique culinary format Atypical Critics featuring autistic food critics; ultimate gameshows Genius Game for ITV and Clone Heads; and competitive knitting series Game of Wool for More 4. This follows yesterday’s announcement of The Insider, the first format to stem from a newly-announced co-development deal between Endemol Shine Australia and Tokyo Broadcasting System (TBS) – a reinvention of Junya Ueda’s Actor Vs Reactors. 

     These London TV Screenings highlights complement Banijay Entertainment’s globally renowned catalogue, which includes superbrands Big Brother and Peaky Blinders; travelling hits The Fifty and Good Luck Guys from Banijay France’s B Prod; and streamer launches Celebrity Bear Hunt, co-produced by Banijay UK’s Workerbee, The Natural Studios and Talkback for Netflix; Last One Laughing UK from Zeppotron and Initial for Prime Video, created by Hitoshi Matsumoto and produced by Banijay Entertainment labels in 11 markets; and visually-stunning French drama Carême, a Shine Fiction (part of Banijay France) and VVZ Production for Apple TV+.

  3. Going Home for Love Brings Romance Across Continents for TVP

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    Content powerhouse, Banijay Entertainment, today announces Endemol Shine Poland will produce a new season of reality dating format Going Home for Love (Żona dla Polaka), for TVP. Originally created by Nordisk Banijay Norway for TV2 Norway, this marks the fourth iteration of the format.

    Going Home for Love follows four Polish-American bachelors in Chicago searching for love. These men, connected by their Polish heritage, invite intriguing Polish women to Chicago. The women experience the men’s lives, meet their families, and enjoy romantic adventures blending American and Polish traditions. As they navigate these encounters, the bachelors decide who to pursue further, potentially even visiting Poland to deepen connections.

    Małgorzata Perkowska-Czaja, Managing Director of Endemol Shine Polska says: “Going Home for Love, is a seamless blend of romance and cultural exploration, which captures the essence of cultural identity and the universal quest for love. We are proud to bring this show to Polish audiences and connect them with these heartfelt stories and rich traditions.”

    Lucas Green, Chief Content Officer, Operations, Banijay Entertainment says: “Małgorzata, and the team at Endemol Shine Poland, continue to boldly deploy great gems from our catalogue, highlighting the versatility and global appeal of our shows. In Nordisk Banijay Norway’s format, they have the basis of a fantastic dating show, and we cannot wait to see it reimagined through a Polish lens.”

    Going Home for Love has also been adapted in Sweden and Ukraine.

    Endemol Shine Poland has over 20 years’ experience producing hit shows including local adaptations of renowned brands Don’t Forget the Lyrics, Drag Me Out, 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.

  4. Sparknews Launches New Screens of Tomorrow Tool with Banijay Entertainment

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    Sparknews and Banijay Entertainment today unveil the upcoming launch of an all-new global guide to support unscripted producers in building environmental and social narratives into their storymaking. Following the successful launch of the Screens of Tomorrow initiative for writers, producers and broadcasters in the scripted field, the largest European studio has come onboard to fund and support the development and roll-out of a complementary version. The new offering will go live in January 2025.

    Originally crafted by Sparknews and a broad spectrum of TV and film professionals, the Screens of Tomorrow guides are dedicated to supporting the integration of inclusive and sustainable issues into fiction. Rather than standing as a measurement-geared industry accreditation, the offerings comprise thought-provoking questions and a resource centre, and, without right or wrong answers, serves to support creativity, as opposed to hindering or restraining it. With the sole purpose of bringing responsible content to screens, the open-source toolkits (writing, production & directing, broadcasting & distribution) have raised collective awareness and inspired action within the global industry.

    Alma Gavazzi, Screens of Tomorrow Program Manager & Sandy Arzur, Managing Director at Sparknews comment: “The cultural and creative industries can have a hugely positive impact on society by spreading impactful narratives and pursuing inclusivity and sustainability goals. By questioning stereotypes and going beyond them, creative teams elaborate complex characters, original narrative arcs and society models run by contemporary issues, adding real value to the story and surprising the audience. Today, the Screens of Tomorrow guide is integrated into our partners’ eco-responsibility charters (Mediawan, Canal +) and author contracts (Newen Studios), a sign of the industry’s strong commitment … that we are now proud to extend toward unscripted production content thanks to Banijay Entertainment’s support!”

    Lucas Green, Chief Content Officer, Operations & Edouard Minc, Director of ESG, Banijay Entertainment comment: “ESG is already a vital element of Banijay Entertainment’s overarching global strategy. Continuing to accelerate our efforts in championing positive change both on and off-screen, the group remains committed to exploring new avenues through which it can support its employees, partners, and the broader industry in bringing inspiring and progressive content to the world. In Screens of Tomorrow, Sparknews has created a unique offering, and we are proud to act as partner in delivering a new iteration for the broader unscripted production market.”

    The latest version of the Screens of Tomorrow guide has been curated in partnership with Banijay Entertainment’s central unscripted content department, Creative Networks, and the media and entertainment powerhouse’s dedicated ESG team. As the leading producer and distributor of top superbrands Big Brother, MasterChef, Survivor and Deal or No Deal, the business has already carried out significant, and successful testing of the impending guide with a number of its key labels.

    Screens of Tomorrow’s previous guides were supported by CNC, le ministère de la Culture, Marché du film imPACT du Festival de Cannes, le Venice Production Bridge, Canal + group, Vivendi, Audiens, TF1, France TV, arte, Studiocanal, Newen Studios, Mediawan, Ecoprod, Flying Secoya, A better prod, Echo Studio, Haut & Court, Pathé, éléazar productions, the Walt Disney Compagny France, Telfrance group, Alors, Nord-Ouest, Promesse(s), Colette, Ubisoft, La guilde européenne des scénaristes, la Cité Européenne des Scénaristes, La fémis, atelier ludiwisburg paris, TorinoFilmLab, Ace Producers, The European Producers Club, Albert, EFAD, Green Screen, Cineuropa, Climate Spring, CUT Cinema Uni pour la Transition, Cinécolab, Festival Atmosphère, Film Paris Region, Impact Social Club, Paris International Film Festival, Get the moon, Sparknews.

  5. Hit Global Format LEGO® Masters Builds New On-Location Extension

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    Content powerhouse, Banijay Entertainment, today announces the expansion of the iconic LEGO Masters, a format originated by Tuesday’s Child Television, with an all-new brand extension, LEGO Masters: Out of the Box.

    Spearheaded by EndemolShine Nederland, this innovative iteration has been commissioned in three European markets, with the Netherlands, Finland and Poland the first territories to build outside of a studio, with EndemolShine Nederland, Banijay Finland and EndemolShine Poland producing for RTL, Nelonen and TVN, respectively, marking a significant milestone for the format’s evolution. These labels have seen long-running success with LEGO Masters, with Netherlands producing three series, Finland two others, and Poland four.

    In this fresh take on the hit show, teams of skilled builders embark on an epic road trip through their country, constructing breathtaking LEGO masterpieces inspired by unique locations. Each challenge is intrinsically tied to the iconic surroundings — delivering builds that become a part of that environment.

    Whether it’s restoring a stained glass window or crafting a nature-inspired masterpiece in beautiful natural surroundings, the location is not just a backdrop — it’s the core of the challenge. In striking mobile ‘Brick Pits’, LEGO bricks and materials are transported to various locations, where standout builds may be left as public displays. As with the original, the most impressive teams will compete for the title of LEGO Masters in the grand finale.

    LEGO Masters has so far been ordered by 20 international broadcasters across Europe, the Americas and the Asia-Pacific region. The format was originally created by Tuesday’s Child Television and the LEGO Group, while Banijay Entertainment globally distributes the format and finished tape. LEGO Masters: Out of the Box is the first extension of the main show.

    Lucas Green, Chief Content Officer, Operations, Banijay, says: “We see huge potential in creating a universe for LEGO Masters and expect these to be the first of many deals for the new take on the beloved show. The creative approach by EndemolShine Nederland played a key role in shaping this extension to the LEGO Masters brand. The format itself is universally popular with a co-viewing audience, and by taking the competition out the studio, LEGO Masters: Out of the Box offers a spectacular journey celebrating creativity, imagination, local history and culture.”

    Jill Wilfert, SVP of Entertainment Partners & Content, the LEGO Group, says: “LEGO bricks have always been a medium through which people can express their creativity and celebrate what inspires them. With LEGO Masters: Out the Box, we are thrilled to see this potential come to life in new and exciting ways, and this format truly embodies the joy of building and pride of creation we believe in at the LEGO Group, fostering imagination and community while showcasing the incredible diversity of human creativity.”

    LEGO Masters: Out the Box joins Banijay Entertainment’s extensive portfolio, alongside next-gen travellers like Good Luck Guys, Love Triangle and The Fifty, as well as superbrands MasterChef, Big Brother and Survivor. The company’s format hightlights for MIPCOM 2024 include Three Are The Champions, By Land, Air and Sea, Dream Home, Origin Odyssey, Headliners, The Never Ever Mets, Deal or No Deal Island, Dessert Masters and The Fortune Hotel. Banijay Entertainment adapts LOL: Last One Laughing for Prime Video in eleven markets; Love is Blind for Netflix in three countries, and is behind the highly-anticipated Netflix launch Bear Hunt.

  6. Banijay Entertainment’s Next-Gen Superbrand The Summit Scales Europe

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    Content powerhouse Banijay Entertainment today announces the expansion of its next-gen superbrand, The Summit, into three new European markets. The Netherlands, Finland and Norway are the latest territories to board the breakout hit, with EndemolShine Nederland, Banijay Finland and Mastiff Norway producing for RTL, MTV and TV 2, respectively.

    With these new commissions, The Summit is fast-becoming Banijay Entertainment’s next adventure reality blockbuster, now active in six markets, just over a year since it first premiered in Australia. Originally created by Endemol Shine Australia and 9Network, the hit format has run successfully locally for two seasons so far. Making its high-profile US debut (Endemol Shine North America) on CBS last week, there are more major international deals in the works for the format.

    In The Summit, contestants embark on a high-stakes expedition through rugged terrain and stunning landscapes. Each competitor carries a life-changing cash prize in their backpack; to reach the summit, they must overcome a series of physical and moral tests, balancing trust and strategy to stay in the game, while working together to succeed and claim their reward.

    Lucas Green, Chief Content Officer, Operations, Banijay, says: “The Summit is quickly emerging as our next generation superbrand, with six versions commissioned in just over a year. The breadth of buyers taking on the format highlights its scalibility, offering viewers a prime-time co-viewing experience. With its spectacular mountain backdrop, thrilling twists, emotional tension, and strategic alliances, the show delivers unmissable adventure for audiences around the globe.”

    The Summit is among Banijay Entertainment’s format highlights at MIPCOM 2024, sitting alongside Three Are The Champions, By Land, Air and Sea, Dream Home, Origin Odyssey, Headliners, The Never Ever Mets, Deal or No Deal Island, Dessert Masters and The Fortune Hotel.  The company’s expansive portfolio includes hit travellers like Good Luck Guys, Love Triangle and The Fifty; superbrands MasterChef, Big Brother and Survivor. Highly-anticipated Netflix launches include Bear Hunt and Building a Band (w/t). Banijay Entertainment adapts LOL: Last One Laughing for Prime Video in eleven markets and Love is Blind for Netflix in three countries.

  7. 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).

  8. MasterChef: Dessert Masters Hits Sweet Spot for Brazil with First Adaptation

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    Content powerhouse, Banijay Entertainment, today announces Endemol Shine Brasil, a Banijay Entertainment company, will produce MasterChef: Dessert Masters for Brazilian broadcaster, Band. The commisson marks the first international adaptation of the Endemol Shine Australia-created spin-off format. It will air in the market on 19 November 2024. 

    Behind hit shows including MasterChef Australia and Married at First Sight Australia, Endemol Shine Australia’s MasterChef: Dessert Masters is the ninth spin-off of the global hit format. Launching on Network 10 in November 2023, it has already been recommissioned for a second season. Known locally in Brazil as MasterChef Confeitaria, it will premiere on Band in the same year MasterChef Brasil celebrates a decade on-air. The series will be hosted by Ana Paula Padrão with Henrique Fogaça, Helena Rizzo, Diego Lozano, and Erick Jacquin confirmed as judges. 

     MasterChef: Dessert Masters sees the country’s top pastry and dessert chefs go head-to-head in a range of challenging tasks, with the series concluding in the Grand Finale where the final three battle it out to be crowned champion. Promising excellence and high-calibre cuisine, the show blends precision and creativity to serve up drama as a host of professionals put their reputations on the line. 

    Nani Freitas, Chief Executive Officer, Endemol Shine Brasil, says: “Bringing this format to Brazil in the same year we celebrate ten years of MasterChef is a fantastic way to pay tribute to the success of the show here. We look forward to delighting the palate of our viewers with this new adaptation of the much-loved programme.” 

    Lucas Green, Chief Content Officer, Operations, Banijay adds: “Travelling beyond its home-territory of Australia, the MasterChef: Dessert Masters brand is growing its reputation as the home for elite culinary artists in this specialised medium. A celebration of excellence and innovation, this is a great addition to the MasterChef portfolio in Brazil, and we are eager to see the country’s top pastry chefs and chocolatiers in action.” 

    MasterChef: Dessert Masters now joins Banijay Entertainment’s vast catalogue of travelling formats, alongside recent hits like Good Luck Guys, Love Triangle, The Summit and The Fifty; and superbrands MasterChef, Big Brother and Survivor. 

    Represented internationally by Banijay Entertainment, MasterChef is the world’s most successful cookery television format (Guinness World Records) and was crowned Spin-Off Superstar in last year’s K7 report. Now commissioned across 70 markets, the life-changing show has aired over 700 seasons and more than 16,000 episodes to-date. Created by Franc Roddam and first launched in 1990, the superbrand is known and enjoyed across the globe. 

    Endemol Shine Brasil is behind many of the region’s top unscripted and scripted series including The Wall (Globo, Telefe, Chilevisión, Canal 10, Caracol Televisión), All Together Now (Record TV and Caracol Televisión), Deal or No Deal (SBT), Family Food Fight (SBT and Amazon Prime), The Four (Record TV), and Dancing With The Stars (Record TV). 

  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. SAS: Who Dares Wins Lands in Poland

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    Content powerhouse, Banijay Entertainment, today announces SAS: Who Dares Wins, originally created by Minnow Films for Channel 4, has been commissioned for a first season in Poland. Known locally as Siły Specjalne Polska, this version for Polsat, produced by Endemol Shine Poland, marks the tenth version of the format.

    SAS: Who Dares Wins sees participants undertake a unique version of the special forces selection process to discover if they have what is required.  The Polish version will follow the journey of 18 recruits, under the leadership of four former members of elite units, Wojciech “Zachar” Zacharków (former officer, AGAT Military Unit), Marek “Włóczykij” Stan (former operator, GROM Military Unit), Piotr “Gniady” Hajkowski (former operator, Formoza Military Unit) and Piotr “Soyers” Soyka (former operator, Commandos Military Unit). The recruits face tasks based on real special forces training and will confront their deepest fears, demonstrate extraordinary physical fitness, reach the limits of the human psyche, and surpass their endurance threshold.

    Małgorzata Perkowska-Czaja, MD, Endemol Shine Poland says: “SAS: Who Dares Wins is a unique, world-class, format – we’ve not seen a show like this before in Poland. For the first time viewers will get closer than ever before to the selection process for these elite units. We will see our contestants put to the ultimate test of mental and physical endurance, and witness the true power and resilience of the human spirit.”

    Lucas Green, Chief Content Officer, Operations, Banijay Entertainment adds: “This is such a cinematic and captivating format which has been gripping audiences all around the world. An innovative spin on the reality genre, SAS: Who Dares Wins offers a glimpse into a world which so many of us don’t get to see.”

    SAS: Who Dares Wins was created in 2015 by Minnow Films for Channel 4.  Banijay Entertainment holds the global distribution rights. The format has been produced in nine other markets, including the UK, US, Australia, and most recently Belgium, where it was the #1 show in its slot on the commercial demo.

    Endemol Shine Poland has over 20 years’ experience producing hit shows including local adaptations of renowned brands Drag Me Out, Don’t Forget The Lyrics, MasterChef, LEGO Masters, All Together Now, You Can Dance, 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.

  11. First International Adaptation for Banijay Entertainment’s Boomerissima

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    Content powerhouse, Banijay Entertainment, today announces the first international adaptation of Banijay Italia’s variety show, Boomerissima. Endemol Shine Poland has begun filming the new series which will air on TVP this September. Popular presenter, actor and singer, Barbara Kurdej-Szatan, will host.

    Boomerissima (tilted Cudowne lata in Poland) is a unique and lively entertainment gameshow pitting generations against each other to prove their superiority. Every episode sees celebrities from different eras take each other on, as they highlight TV shows, movies, music, famous names, adverts and more, to refute stereotypes and determine whether things were better in the past or the present. However, the studio audience has the final say about which generation will come out on top.

    Małgorzata Perkowska-Czaja, MD, Endemol Shine Poland says: “This is the first ever season in Poland and we are very excited to show this format.  It’s a winning combination of quiz show, music programme, dance spectacle, and even talk show. Incorporating the studio audience brings a lively atmosphere to the episodes, which audiences at home will love.”

    Lucas Green, Chief Content Officer, Operations, Banijay Entertainment adds: “Boomerissima is cross-generational entertainment that draws a broad audience and delivers fun and laughs for the viewers as they play along at home. It’s a great vehicle for celebrity guests and is highly adaptable for different markets and a variety of platforms.”

    Originally created by Banijay Italia, the first series on Rai 2 outperformed across all demographics. A second run in Italy was confirmed and aired at the end of last year.

    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.

  12. Banijay’s The Island Returns to France with M6

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    Content powerhouse, Banijay Entertainment, today announces Endemol France will revive gripping adventure reality format, The Island, for M6. Last on air in France in 2018, the return of the celebrity version promises to capture viewers once again with its high-stakes drama and authentic take on survival.

    Originally created by Shine TV, part of Banijay UK, and Bear Grylls Ventures in 2014 for Channel 4, The Island quickly became a global sensation. A long-running hit in the UK and produced in over eight territories, with celebrity versions airing last year in Denmark and Sweden, the unique format strips participants of modern comforts and challenges them to survive on an uninhabited island with limited resources.

    The returning series will see 10 celebrities pushed to their limits, using their survival instincts and resourcefulness in an all-new challenge, the trek. Set in Thailand’s most remote island, contestants must survive and navigate treacherous terrain to reach the extraction point, adding a layer of suspense and strategy never seen before on the show. The stakes are higher, the risks greater, and the drama more intense with French adventurer and explorer Loury Lag taking on the reins as the series’ host.

    Jean-Louis Blot, CEO of Endemol France says: “The Island’s authenticity and raw depiction of survival make it a standout show in the reality genre. It captures the essence of human resilience within a challenging environment, providing unforgettable viewing for M6 viewers. It’s exciting to reintroduce the format to audiences in France, and we’re eager to find new ways to elevate the experience that will leave audiences wanting more.”

    Lucas Green, Chief Content Officer, Operations at Banijay adds: “Survival reality formats have an enduring appeal, and The Island distinguishes itself as a unique title without the usual trappings of big prizes, eliminations, and winners. It’s great to see it comeback in France with Jean-Louis and his team at Endemol France. Longtime fans and newcomers to the show can look forward to an unparalleled season blending survival, strategy, and human endurance.”

    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.