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The view from America
Sam Harowitz on why Tubi is an attractive place to try something first window
The format buyer
Marianne Bjorn of TV2 Denmark on why entertainment is her priority
This City Is Ours
‘It’s got an emotional thump to it and makes you care about people who do bad things’
Inside Therapy
‘Being fearful is a universal thing, so Inside Therapy has really broad appeal’
Maigret
‘Maigret comes with storylines and characters that you can build on in the modern era’
Kabul
‘The series offers a compelling exploration of life, history and humankind’
King & Conqueror
‘It has much to offer those who just love edge-of-your-seat, thrilling drama’
Once Upon A Time In Space
‘This is a very fresh approach to the topic. It is space with a focus on human stories’
Prophet Of Ecstasy
‘The characters help set it apart. It’s an uplifting series, as well as being strong on science’
Twin Love
‘Twin Love takes the glamorous and aspirational dating show into a social experiment’
Sunny Nights
‘Spray tan felt like an absurd world to juxtapose against Sydney’s criminal underbelly’
Chess Masters: The Endgame
‘It isn’t an obvious subject for a TV competition – but neither was baking’
London Screenings hot picks
This City Is Ours
Inside Therapy
Maigret
Kabul
King & Conqueror
Once Upon A Time In Space
Prophet Of Ecstasy
Twin Love
Sunny Nights
Chess Masters: The Endgame
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