Bavaria Media Intl. Unveils Diverse Scripted Slate for Mipcom 2026

MUNICH — Bavaria Media Intl., the distribution arm of the Bavaria Film Group, has revealed its new slate of scripted programming ahead of the international television market Mipcom. The upcoming catalog features a mix of high-performing German crime thrillers and feel-good family dramas with proven domestic ratings success. The distribution slate is anchored by talent-driven crime titles and holiday entertainment aimed at international broadcasters and buyers seeking genre-specific programming with universal appeal. Crime and Thriller Lineup: Mordach (2 x 90’): Produced by UFA Fiction for ARD, this cross-genre crime thriller stars Mehmet Kurtuluş and Gesine Cukrowski. The story centers on a BKA undercover agent who becomes the prime suspect in a murder he cannot remember committing, forcing him to investigate his own case. The atmospheric mystery drew 5.7 million viewers during its initial broadcast on ARD. Cold Case Diaries (2 x 90’): Co-produced by Hessischer Rundfunk, Degeto, and Sommerhaus Filmproduktion, the series stars Edin Hasanović alongside Melika Foroutan. The German Film Television Award-nominated drama follows a detective duo reopening cold cases in Frankfurt. Dark Motives (11 x 90’): Produced by Filmpool Fiction for MDR, Claudia Michelsen leads this female-driven crime series set against the backdrop of the River Elbe, tackling social divides, family conflicts, and economic crime. The Wolf Hunt (1 x 90’): A U5 Filmproduktion title for ARD Degeto, following a game warden whose assignment to track a wolf leads to the discovery of a murder in her rural hometown. Family and Feel-Good Slate: Home-Made Christmas (90’): Produced by Mafilm for ARD Degeto, this festive drama stars Horst Krause. Set in a rural community, the story follows an innkeeper whose chance encounter with a runaway child sets off an unexpected holiday journey. The title pulled 5 million viewers and a 17.7% market share upon its premiere. Throughout the Years (90’): Produced by UFA Fiction, this Christmas romance stars Charly Hübner and Maria Simon. Following a strong ratings performance for its initial installment—which captured a 16.1% overall market share—a second part is slated for Christmas 2026, with a third installment currently in development. Fanny’s Extraordinary World (90’): Led by veteran actor Dieter Hallervorden, this family comedy focuses on neurodiversity and multi-generational family dynamics, attracting over 4 million viewers on ARD. A Place Called Fatherhood (90’): A contemporary family drama starring David Rott and Sabrina Amali, exploring the complexities of co-parenting and blended families. Hearts Along the Baltic Sea (90’): A coastal romantic drama starring Jennifer Ulrich, marking the directorial debut of Joana Vogdt. Bavaria Media Intl. executives emphasized that the combination of established local talent, strong domestic ratings, and character-driven storytelling positions the lineup for international distribution across global markets.