STUDIO TF1 America pre-sold "The Sunshine Murders" to UPTV in the United States

STUDIO TF1 AMERICA has secured its first-ever series pre-sale with “The Sunshine Murders,” acquired by UPtv for the U.S. market. Produced for Channel 5 in the UK by Cork Films, Green Olive Films, and Three Point Capital (TPC), and distributed internationally by STUDIO TF1 AMERICA, the crime series marks the studio’s debut in serialized storytelling. It can be distributed either as 10x45-minute episodes or 5x90-minute movie events.

Set between Athens and New Zealand, “The Sunshine Murders” follows two very different half-sisters who form an unlikely crime-solving duo: Shirley, a straight-talking Kiwi farmer, and Helen, her intense Greek detective sibling. The ensemble cast includes Marina Sirtis (""Star Trek: The Next Generation"), Stephanie Beacham ("Dynasty", "Bad Girls"), Peter Andre, Camille Rutherford ("Paris Has Fallen"), Nick Moran ("Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels"), and Alexander Vlahos ("Versailles").

Sam Partner, Head of International Distribution at STUDIO TF1 AMERICA highlighted the fact that it is a dual format: “We’re thrilled to see 'The Sunshine Murders' take off in the U.S.. We’re looking forward to seeing it picked up by European broadcasters next. The dual format—as both a series and a movie—makes it a perfect fit for a wide range of platforms," noted.

“The Sunshine Murders” aired on Channel 5 in the UK from 4–12 September as five movie-length episodes, while UPtv has opted for the 10-part version for the U.S. market.The project represents a significant milestone in STUDIO TF1 AMERICA’s strategy to bridge U.S. distribution and European creative talent, building a premium slate designed to travel globally. The studio will continue to bring more than 100 high-quality TV movies each year to market, spanning thrillers, romance, and holiday movies.