Long reads

Free Nelson Mandela: How music reframed an iconic story

Rogan Productions uncovers what is believed to be former South African leader’s first TV interview

Leading TV executives on how they are navigating a changed landscape

Broadcast gauges industry reaction to Australia’s decision to restrict how under-16s use the platform and its likely impact on producers

Streamers and broadcasters want to work with YouTube talent, while producers see it as a place to collaborate with content creators and IP owners

Producers reveal the challenges of immersing yourself in your subject’s life, and the importance of authenticity, timing and flexibility

US demand is soaring for this nascent format and it will be a frequent topic at Mipcom, but what’s the reality behind the headlines?

The Bureau showrunner on scripted evolution and making a mark on Martinique with upcoming Netflix series Bandi

With a budget of nearly £1m per ep, this period drama has its sights set well beyond its core 8-12’s audience

RX France’s Lucy Smith on balancing core distributor demands whilst embracing YouTube and creators

Ahead of his Mipcom keynote, the SPT chairman talks industry stability, YouTube, linear and streaming opportunities

How Netflix, Disney+ and Prime Video are re-writing the rules of engagement with broadcasters in Europe - and what it means for the industry

Veteran scripted exec joins fast-growing Spanish producer

Known for its natural history programming, Grant Mansfield explains why his prodco took a surprise turn into the world of dating

Sherlock & Daughter creator Brendan Foley examines what makes show exploring familial bonds, such as The Bear and Succession, so compelling

A US competition show and a German dating format join factual deep dives into the Chernobyl disaster and a global crime ring

While scripted Hot Pick submissions are down, true crime, celebrity travelogues, science and history docs are going strong

‘It’s tapping into that notion that a great idea can come from anywhere and anyone’

‘It’s a historical story but there’s mystery in it, and we know audiences are keen for that’

‘The plot is straight out of a premium drama and will cut through a very crowded market’

‘The 48-hour timeline helps capture the reality of what people were going through in a real-time way’

‘It channels the fascination with true crime into a witty, fast-paced package that is easily adaptable’