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ITV Studios Unveils New Shows and Format Deals at Mipcom
ITV Studios presented new and returning shows at the Mipcom television market in Cannes.
The company is developing scripted dramas and unscripted formats for broadcasters and streaming services.
Among the projects is “First Woman,” starring Andrea Riseborough as the first woman to walk on the moon, who then goes missing.
ITV also announced that “The Voice” has reached its 80th territory commission through a deal in Estonia.
The presentation comes as ITV is being split into two companies: Sky is acquiring its broadcast and digital platform, while ITV Studios is set to remain a standalone business.
ITV Studios also highlighted “Love Island,” whose U.S. edition is Peacock’s most-watched program ever, according to the company.
The new slate and partnerships show how ITV Studios is seeking opportunities amid changes in the media business.
ITV Studios presented a slate of new and returning shows and format deals at Mipcom in Cannes.
The company said it is representing 11 new original formats at this year’s gathering.
Highlights included Andrea Riseborough’s lunar drama “First Woman” and Stephen Moffat’s “Number 10.”
“The Voice” reached its 80th territory commission through a deal in Estonia.
ITV Studios also announced plans for a new drama label with former Endemol Shine Australia executive Sara Richardson.
- Who
- ITV Studios presented the slate. Its president of global partnerships, Ruth Berry, discussed the company’s plans.
- What
- The company showcased shows and announced format and development deals.
- When
- At Mipcom on Monday morning; the article was published on Oct. 12, 2026.
- Where
- Cannes, France.
- Why
- Not stated
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
We’re feeling very positive about what it means for the evolution of both studios.
In a word, no
You’ll hear that young people don’t want to watch long-form content — not true
Every other country is run from big palace or a big building — ours is run from a house on a shabby little street with a big black door
River Monsters” premiered on Animal Planet.
ITV Studios opened its Mipcom presentation in Cannes with a breakfast gathering.
Fish On! With Jeremy Wade” is scheduled to launch on Patreon and RiverMonsters.TV.
- New formats
- 11 original formats represented by ITV Studios at Mipcom
- The Voice
- Estonia deal marks the format’s 80th territory commission
- First Woman
- Andrea Riseborough stars as the first woman to walk on the moon
- Fish On! With Jeremy Wade
- Scheduled to launch Oct. 20 on Patreon and RiverMonsters.TV
- Karen Pirie
- Renewed for a third season
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