ATV Distribution's acclaimed historical drama "The Ottoman" (Kurulus Osman) will premiere in Spain under the title "Imperio" on Wednesday, August 6, on laSexta, marking a historic milestone as the first Turkish series to air on laSexta, one of the flagship channels of Spanish media group, Atresmedia. “We are thrilled to see 'The Ottoman' make its way to Spanish audiences under the title Imperio,” said Muge Akar, Head of Sales at ATV Distribution. “Spain has long been a strategic and culturally connected market for Turkish drama, and we are truly proud to collaborate with Atresmedia—one of the country’s most respected media groups—to deliver such a monumental and emotionally rich series. We believe Imperio will resonate deeply with Spanish viewers who value powerful storytelling and cinematic quality.”
This launch marks another milestone in ATV Distribution’s continued success in the European market and highlights the global appeal of Turkish storytelling at its finest. A historical action and drama superproduction, "Imperio" tells the epic story of Osman I, the visionary founder of the Ottoman Empire. Spanish audiences will be able to follow his rise to power every Wednesday during prime time on laSexta. Already aired in more than 100 countries, "The Ottoman" has garnered critical acclaim and international recognition, including the Best Telenovela award at the Venice TV Awards. Its combination of large-scale battle scenes, emotional storytelling, and strong characters has captivated millions of viewers across continents.