PBS Distribution, Blink Films Secure Major International Sales Ahead of Mipcom (EXCLUSIVE)
Key Takeaways
- PBS Distribution and Blink Films closed sales for "Ultimate Crash Test" and "Terror on the Space Station" before Mipcom.
- "Ultimate Crash Test" addresses critical automotive safety innovations and sold to broadcasters in Israel, Norway, and Australia.
- "Terror on the Space Station," concerning an International Space Station incident, was acquired by multiple European and Australian networks.
- The partnership emphasizes bold storytelling, investigative content, and cinematic visuals in their factual programming.
- Executives from both companies expressed optimism about the current sales success and ongoing development of future ambitious projects.
PBS Distribution and Blink Films have successfully closed multiple international sales for their recent factual productions, "Ultimate Crash Test" and "Terror on the Space Station," generating significant momentum leading into the Mipcom market. This partnership is founded on a shared commitment to bold storytelling and creative excellence, building on previous successful collaborations like "Concorde: The Untold Story." "Ultimate Crash Test," a Nova production focusing on critical automotive safety innovations relevant to the shift toward electric and autonomous vehicles, has been sold to Channel 8 in Israel, NRK in Norway, and 7 Network in Australia. Concurrently, "Terror on the Space Station," which details a near-catastrophic event aboard the ISS, has seen wide acquisition across Europe and Australia, tapping into growing global interest in space exploration. Executives from both companies praised the success, noting that the titles reflect their strategy of delivering rigorous, high-stakes factual content that resonates strongly with international buyers.
