United Media revamps its crime portfolio with two news titles

The widely acclaimed and award-winning portfolio of crime series by United Media, which has captivated audiences in over 30 countries worldwide, is now enriched with two new titles, the Bulgarian "Demon’s Fall" and the Greek "The Skarab".

Crime is one of the most popular genres in United Media catalogue and these additions are poised to enrich its diverse range of offerings, building upon the success of their previous titles – "Awake", "The Hunt for Salamander" and "Davil’s Throat". Widely acclaimed for their quality and sold in over 30 countries, including the UK and USA, United Media portfolio of crime series currently consists of approximately 40 titles.

"We are incredibly proud that the quality of our production has been recognized worldwide. This demonstrates that the attraction of captivating stories transcends national boundaries. Whether it's the intricate web of deception in busy cityscapes or the dark mysteries of quiet countryside, the draw of a well-crafted crime series is universal. That is why we are certain that the two new titles in the UM catalogue will surpass the accomplishments of previous releases," said Tatjana Pavlović, Director of original content sales and co-production. She added that United Media continually strives to create a myriad of high-quality projects, both independently and in collaboration with esteemed international productions.

The series "Demon’s Fall" (12x45') hails from Bulgaria and serves as a spin-off of the popular series "The Devil’s Throat." Even before its television premiere, it was declared the best series at the oldest Bulgarian film festival, "Golden Rose." Over 12 thrilling episodes, viewers will be drawn into the story of ritualistic murders, unraveling through a complex investigation led by two detectives.

Contemporary crime-solving series "The Skarab" ("The Beetle") is coming from Greece. The series' main storyline follows an elite team from the Homicide Division/Crimes Against Life Department (of GADA), led by their fearless captain, Marcos Alexiou. Known by the nickname "The Skarab" since the police officers' academy, Marco is celebrated for his job success, determination, agility, and his knack for deciphering the unspoken motives of his adversaries.