Brazil’s Globoplay in US roll-out

Globoplay ecological mystery thriller Aruanas

Brazilian streamer Globoplay has signalled the start of its international expansion with a launch in the US.

The SVoD service, part of media conglomerate Grupo Globo, is now available in the US for US$13.99 a month via Apple and Google apps and Samsung smart TVs.

Among the line-up of over 500 titles is telenovela Sweet Diva, environmental thriller Aruanas and educational drama Second Call. All the shows will be on offer to global buyers at Natpe Miami this week.

Globoplay original Iron Island, a mix of action, drama, adventure and romance set on an oil rig, also features, alongside recent limited series Hebe about the ‘Queen of Brazilian TV’ Hebe Maria Monteiro de Camargo Ravagnani, plus a musical documentary series following singer Thiaguinho.

“The arrival of Globoplay in the American market is an important step for our expansion and digital view, focused on the direct relationship with the consumer,” said Globo director of international business Raphael Corrêa Netto.

Globoplay launched in 2015 and positions itself as the leading streamer in Brazil with 22 million monthly users.