Unifrance Unveils 2024 TV Export Award Nominees

Nov 19, 2024 at 2:00 PM
Unifrance made a significant announcement on Tuesday as it presented the nine nominees for its highly regarded TV export awards. These awards honor the exceptional French television shows that have achieved remarkable success in the global market. The nominees span various genres, including fiction, non-fiction, and animation, showcasing the diverse talent and creativity within the French television industry.

Celebrating French TV's Global Success

TV Export Awards - Animation

APC Kids has brought to life the enchanting Jade Armor in its first season, consisting of 26 episodes each lasting 22 minutes. Miam! Distribution's Brazen is a delightful series with 30 episodes of 3 minutes and 30 seconds each. Xilam Animation's Zig & Sharko Season 3 features 78 episodes of 7 minutes each, captivating audiences with its unique animation style.

The animation category showcases the rich imagination and technical prowess of French animators. These shows have not only entertained viewers but have also made a mark in the international market, proving the global appeal of French animation.

TV Export Awards - Documentary

France TV distribution's Eiffel Tower: Building the Impossible is a captivating documentary that delves into the untold origin story of the iconic Eiffel Tower. With two versions, one lasting 52 minutes and the other 90 minutes, it offers a comprehensive look at this architectural marvel. Newen Connect's Russia: Indoctrination of a Nation explores the complex situation of Russians living under the Putin regime in a 52-minute and 70-minute documentary. Zed's D-Day: 100 Days for Freedom is a deep dive into the military campaign that liberated France from the Nazis, with two parts each lasting 45 minutes and 90 minutes.

Documentaries play a crucial role in shaping our understanding of the world. These French documentaries bring important stories to the forefront and have gained international recognition for their quality and significance.

TV Export Awards - Fiction

Banijay Rights presents Marie-Antoinette Season 1, consisting of 8 episodes each lasting 60 minutes. Newen Connect's Cat's Eyes is a thrilling art heist drama with 8 episodes of 52 minutes each. Studiocanal's Of Money and Blood is a crime thriller based on a real-life carbon tax swindle, featuring 12 episodes of 52 minutes each.

Fiction shows have the power to transport us to different worlds and evoke a wide range of emotions. These French fiction series have captured the attention of audiences worldwide with their engaging stories and excellent production values.

Unifrance will honor these outstanding shows at the 21st Unifrance TV Export honors ceremony at the Trianon in Paris on Dec. 16. The event is a celebration of French television's global achievements and a testament to the talent and hard work of the industry.