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UK content investment slowdown threatens production sector’s future 24 MAR 2025

Markets

UK content investment slowdown threatens production sector’s future

The production sector generated £3.6 billion in 2023, but this topline number hides deeper concerns. Content investment by PSBs—still the backbone of original UK programming—declined last year. While SVOD services like Netflix and Prime Video continue to invest in UK content, their focus is narrow: mostly high-end drama and some premium factual. In 2023, there were just 30 UK SVOD commissions compared to nearly 1,400 from PSBs.
BBC Unveils cast for "What It Feels Like for a Girl" inspired by Paris Lees’ Memoir 21 MAR 2025

Production

BBC Unveils cast for "What It Feels Like for a Girl" inspired by Paris Lees’ Memoir

Paris Lees is the creator and lead writer of "What It Feels Like For A Girl," and Brian Welsh ("Beats", "Black Mirror") is lead director. The drama will arrive on BBC iPlayer and BBC Three later this year. ITV Studios will handle international distribution.
ITV promoted Callum Dziedzic to Drama Commissioner 21 MAR 2025

Corporate Moves

ITV promoted Callum Dziedzic to Drama Commissioner

Callum will report to Polly Hill, ITV’s Director of Drama, will work on ITV’s drama slate alongside Polly Hill and Commissioning Editor Huw Kennair-Jones.
Opto's “The Medalists” was shortlisted for the New York Festivals - TV & Film Awards 21 MAR 2025

Awards

Opto's “The Medalists” was shortlisted for the New York Festivals - TV & Film Awards

The Portuguese production is competing in the Streaming Drama category. This recognition highlights this title on the international audiovisual scene, reinforcing the quality and relevance of Portuguese series. 
Kanal D´s "Sunshine Girls" drama is now airing in Slovenia 20 MAR 2025

Distribution

Kanal D´s "Sunshine Girls" drama is now airing in Slovenia

This expansion reinforces Kanal D International’s strong presence in Europe, bringing high- quality Turkish dramas to even more viewers.