ORF-Enterprise: expanding storytelling horizons
During 2025, ORF-Enterprise stands on solid ground with renewed momentum and a clear strategic vision. Building on the trust of their partners and the strength of their creative collaborations, they have expanded their content library significantly over the past year—earning recognition and acclaim in the international arena.
Among their recent highlights are the crime-comedy The Curious Cases of Gerti B., alongside new seasons of fan-favorites like School of Champions and Glambitious. These titles, infused with character-driven storytelling and strong production values, continue to captivate audiences worldwide. Equally impressive has been the success of their factual programming under the “ORF Universum” brand, particularly in the nature documentary space, which has garnered multiple awards at major industry events.
Looking ahead, the outlook is bright. Their approach for 2025 is rooted in strategic diversity—expanding their catalog to embrace a wider range of genres while upholding the high quality that defines ORF-Enterprise. They aim to meet the evolving needs of global buyers with stories that resonate, whether through gripping fiction or thought-provoking documentaries.
ORF’s summer market presence will be dynamic and robust. They are gearing up for key industry events including NATPE Budapest, Seriencamp Cologne, NEM Dubrovnik, and Sunny Side of the Doc in La Rochelle. These venues will also feature their signature “ORF Apéro”, a showcase spotlighting the next wave of ORF Universum productions.
In the fiction space, returning series like School of Champions, Glambitious, Fast Forward, Days That Never Were, and Tatort bring fresh narratives, emotional depth, and new character arcs. The brand-new The Curious Cases of Gerti B. stands out with its smart blend of humor and social commentary, following a veteran detective facing both personal and professional crossroads. Another standout is Harboring the Deep, a moving TV movie about a single mother finding hope and solidarity in her Viennese community.
On the documentary front, Universum Nature brings breathtaking new releases including Croatia’s Coast – Endless and Wild, Alpine Rhine Valley – Rebuilding Nature, and The Pigeon Hustle, each offering immersive, beautifully crafted storytelling.
Meanwhile, Universum History expands their historical lens with compelling new perspectives. Above and Beyond – The First Female Aviators celebrates aviation pioneers, while The Forgotten – The Women of the Peasants’ War and Mothers of the Minotaur – Rise, Reign and Ruin of the Minoans bring long-overdue attention to the transformative roles of women in shaping history.
