At ATF 2024, Spain presented a broad range of fiction and animation content, solidifying its position as a leading European production hub. With contributions from major players such as The Mediapro Studio, Mediterráneo, Movistar Plus+ International, Onza Distribución, and RTVE, the event highlighted Spain’s ability to cater to global markets while maintaining a strong local identity.
The Mediapro Studio presented trailers for Quiet, Tales from the VOD, and Celeste. These titles reflect the studio’s strategy of targeting diverse genres to appeal to international audiences.
Mediterráneo unveiled an extensive lineup, including Detective Romi, an eight-episode procedural about a private investigator with exceptional observational skills, set for release on Amazon Prime Video in 2025. Other featured titles included La Favorita, a culinary drama set in 19th-century Madrid, and a variety of series such as Punto Nemo, The Marquess, Wine Wizard, and Mountain Rescue Academy. Mediterráneo also highlighted Marvelous Things, a popular Spanish series adapted in over 20 territories, and I Know Who You Are.
Movistar Plus+ International showcased The New Years, a romantic drama exploring a decade-long relationship through annual New Year’s Eve moments. Launched on Movistar+ this year, the series has garnered attention for its innovative narrative structure, debuting at the Venice Film Festival and being the first Spanish title selected at the Tokyo Film Festival.
Onza Distribución emphasized its diverse catalogue of 7,000 hours of content, spanning fiction, documentaries, and miniseries. Key titles included Courtois (The Return of the Number One), a six-part series about a Real Madrid striker’s comeback, and Iberia & Savannah, a wildlife documentary comparing species in the Iberian Peninsula and African savannah.
RTVE, with over 50 years of production experience, presented Ena (La Reina Victoria Eugenia), a historical drama about Queen Victoria Eugenie, and Las Abogadas, a series centered on four female lawyers navigating Spain’s societal challenges in the 1970s. Additionally, RTVE highlighted its long-running success in soap operas, including La
Spain’s production companies continue to play a vital role in supplying global streaming platforms such as Netflix, Prime Video, and MAX with high-quality content. By blending local narratives with universal themes, these companies aim to strengthen their appeal to diverse audiences worldwide.
