International Acclaim for Sony’s ‘Long Bright River’
Sony Pictures Television has achieved remarkable success with its limited series Long Bright River, recently securing significant international sales. Notably, Channel 4 has acquired the rights for the U.K. market. This suspense thriller, featuring acclaimed actress Amanda Seyfried, is continuing its momentum after launching on Peacock in the United States earlier this month.
Broad Global Reach
Warner Bros. Discovery’s streaming service, Max, has also stepped in, acquiring the series for various regions, including Latin America, France, Central and Eastern Europe, and Poland. Additionally, Warner Bros. Discovery ANZ has added the show to its lineup in New Zealand.
Diverse International Buyers
The show’s reach extends even further with multiple global buyers. Quebecor Content will air the series in French-speaking Canada, while BS10 STAR CHANNEL has acquired the rights in Japan. Other noteworthy broadcasters include:
- RTE in Ireland
- Movistar Plus+ in Spain
- AXN in Portugal
- TimVision in Italy
- VRT in Flemish-speaking Belgium
- BETV in Belgium
- Nova in Greece
- beIN covering Turkey, the Middle East, and North Africa
Expanding Global Audience
Following its U.S. premiere on March 13, Long Bright River has quickly rolled out in other markets such as Canada (via Crave and USA Network), Australia (Stan), South Korea (LG Uplus), Hong Kong (Now TV), and Israel (DBS).
Showcasing at Series Mania
On an exciting note, Sony Pictures Television will showcase Long Bright River at the Series Mania festival, where it is competing in the prestigious international competition. The event is scheduled for Tuesday, amplifying the series’ visibility among global audiences.
A Compelling Narrative
Based on Liz Moore’s acclaimed novel, the series revolves around a Philadelphia police officer, portrayed by Seyfried, who is delving into a series of murders that plague her neighborhood, ravaged by the opioid crisis. The production is a collaboration between Sony Pictures Television and UCP, with Nikki Toscano serving as the showrunner and executive producer alongside notable figures such as Moore, Neal H. Moritz, and Amy Pascal. The debut episode is directed and executive produced by Hagar Ben-Asher.
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