Ruth Berry talks to C21 about adapting to the new world and the breadth of finished drama ready to buy from ITV Studios.

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ITV Studios offers production freeze-beating slate

Ruth Berry talks to C21 about adapting to the new world and the breadth of finished drama ready to buy from ITV Studios.

ITV Studios’ (ITVS) April C21 Digital Screening comprises a slate of shows that are finished and available to buy – specifically aimed at clients who have been affected by the production freeze caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

With a library of over 46,000 hours of programming available on ITVStudios.com, ITVS has a wealth of content on offer, including both striking new dramas and those which have stood the test of time to become iconic British classics. Luckily, production of many of the company’s new titles was wrapped before the coronavirus outbreak took hold, meaning they are still expected to be released as planned.

“These are undoubtedly unprecedented times and not easy to prepare for or an environment that we anticipated working in,” says Ruth Berry, MD, Global Distribution at ITVS.

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Featured playlist: ITV Studios Playlist April 2020

The Singapore Grip From ITV Studios 01-04-2020

From the creators of Poldark and Victoria, The Singapore Grip is an ambitious and exotic family saga set in colonial Singapore during World War Two. This epic drama follows the schemes – both commercial and amorous – of a wealthy British family as they struggle to preserve their prosperous business amid cataclysmic world events. A compelling portrait of a society in decline and a family clinging to a world that is crumbling around them, The Singapore Grip is adapted by Oscar®-winning screenwriter Christopher Hampton from J.G. Farrell’s classic novel.

Little Birds From ITV Studios 01-04-2020

Inspired by Anaïs Nin’s short stories, this new original drama set in Morocco in 1955 is about two very different women whose lives – and those of their lovers – become dangerously entangled in Tangier’s ‘International Zone’. As troubled American heiress Lucy (Juno Temple) and Moroccan dominatrix Cherifa (Yumna Marwan) each struggle to find independence in Tangier, one of the last outposts of colonial decadence, a passionate, sexy and witty melodrama unfolds. Weaving together stories of private desire and public politics, Little Birds delivers a distinctly modern tale of freedom and feminism.

Noughts + Crosses From ITV Studios 01-04-2020

Set in a dangerous, alternate world where prejudice divides society, Noughts + Crosses is a gripping story of first love adapted from the first book in Malorie Blackman’s bestselling series. Separated by their colour but united by forbidden love and burning injustice, Sephy Hadley and Callum McGregor are fighting for more than simply the right to be together. Sephy is a ‘Cross’, a member of the black ruling class, and Callum is a ‘Nought’, a white member of the underclass. As they come of age, the passionate romance that builds between them leads them both into terrible danger.

Bodyguard From ITV Studios 01-04-2020

Starring Richard Madden in his Golden Globe-winning role as Specialist Protection Officer David Budd, this smash-hit original thriller continues to enthral audiences worldwide. Bodyguard tells the fictional story of Budd, a heroic but volatile war veteran now working for London’s Metropolitan Police. When he is assigned to protect the ambitious and powerful Home Secretary Julia Montague (Keeley Hawes), whose politics stand for everything he despises, Budd is torn between his duty and his beliefs. He’s responsible for Julia’s safety - but is he actually her biggest threat?

Honour From ITV Studios 01-04-2020

Based on the true story of Banaz Mahmod, a young woman murdered by her family for falling in love with the wrong man, this powerful factual drama explores the fight to bring her killers to justice. After discovering that her colleagues had missed multiple chances to prevent this so-called ‘honour’ killing, DCI Caroline Goode vowed that she would not rest until she finally got justice for Banaz. Starring Keeley Hawes (Bodyguard), this moving drama brings this important story, and a detective’s unwavering and all-consuming quest, vividly to life.

Voiceless (Bella Da Morire) From ITV Studios 01-04-2020

Voiceless (Bella da Morire) fearlessly weaves complex, topical issues of prejudice and violence against women into a provocative thriller. Eva Cantini, a brilliant, direct and strong-willed police inspector, has returned to her hometown to help her sister raise her child. When Gioia Scuderi, an aspiring model and actress with a bad reputation, is discovered lifeless at the bottom of the lake, Eva is assigned the case.

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Une Belle Histoire From ITV Studios 01-04-2020

A dark-humoured romantic comedy-drama inspired by much-loved hit Cold Feet, Une Belle Histoire follows the unpredictable and eventful paths of three couples navigating life and love. As these three men and three women experience the ups and downs of romance, looking for the happiness we seek when we are young and the balance we strive for when we are less so, the series asks a universal question - what must be sacrificed to make a successful relationship?

Balthazar From ITV Studios 01-04-2020

The ratings-winning crime procedural from the creators of Profilage returns for a brand-new season following the investigations of talented forensic pathologist Raphaël Balthazar (Tomer Sisley) and police commander Hélène Bach (Hélène de Fougerolles). Charming, handsome and intelligent, Raphaël can make the dead speak like no one else. But he is also irreverent and mischievous and lives his life in firm defiance of norms and conventions. This presents a major challenge for Hélène, who must collaborate with this extraordinary personality if they are to solve murders that will drag them both deep into the realm of the dead.

Petra From ITV Studios 01-04-2020

Procedural crime drama Petra brings to life the iconic detective from Alicia Giménez-Bartlett’s bestselling novels. A twice-divorced sleuth working a tiresome desk job for Genoa’s criminal investigation squad, the ingenious and complex Petra Delicato is thrust onto the front line, tasked with solving violent crimes alongside old-school policeman Antonio Monte. The pair couldn’t be more different, but their shared determination to uncover the truth leads to a surprisingly successful partnership. While grappling with the stark realities of Genoa’s criminal underworld, they also engage in a higher-level investigation, exploring the meaning of life and the fragility of the human condition.

Hunters From ITV Studios 01-04-2020

Rolf Lassgård returns as the righteous, troubled and relentless detective Erik Bäckström in this crime thriller spin-off of the hit Swedish film series. Bäckström has quit the police and returned to his small hometown. However, it soon becomes apparent that this problem-ridden community is far from the quiet haven he’d hoped for. Confronted with murder, Bäckström finds himself torn between his sense of justice and his loyalty towards the townspeople. Created by Björn Carlström and Stefan Thunberg, Hunters is a riveting tale of human relations and horrifying crimes set amid the wild landscapes of northern Sweden.

Vera From ITV Studios 01-04-2020

BAFTA® and Golden Globe®-winning actress Brenda Blethyn stars as the unorthodox but brilliant DCI Vera Stanhope in this acclaimed long-running detective drama. Vera may be unconventional and unglamorous, but she faces the world with her caustic wit, guile and courage, and what she lacks in charm she more than makes up for in wisdom and insight. Across ten gripping seasons, the indomitable Vera and her trusted team investigate tragic and intriguing cases, chasing ruthless killers, unravelling complex mysteries and uncovering secrets that sometimes stray a little too close to home.

Agatha Christie's Poirot From ITV Studios 01-04-2020

For over 25 years, David Suchet has portrayed Agatha Christie’s iconic, meticulously moustached Belgian detective Hercule Poirot, creating a unique catalogue of timeless crime fiction. Enigmatic, eccentric and extremely intelligent, Poirot finds himself exercising his ‘little grey cells’ on all manner of first-class deceptions and murderous plots. From England to the Mediterranean, and often accompanied by his trustworthy sidekicks – Captain Hastings, Chief Inspector Japp and Miss Lemon – Poirot is always ready to help the police with their investigations, whether they ask him to or not...

Endeavour From ITV Studios 01-04-2020

Set in the 1960s, against a backdrop of revolutionary social change, Endeavour chronicles the early criminal casebook of the young detective who will grow to be Colin Dexter’s immortal Inspector Morse. Together with DCI Fred Thursday, his gruff yet kindly friend and mentor, DS Endeavour Morse investigates murders and dark deeds in the eternal city of dreaming spires. As Oxford’s finest unravel a collection of unique and thrilling cases, writer Russell Lewis continues to reveal the hidden and secret history of Endeavour Morse in this long-running, ratings-winning favourite.

Prime Suspect From ITV Studios 01-04-2020

Recipient of multiple BAFTA® TV Awards, groundbreaking crime drama Prime Suspect stars Oscar® winner Dame Helen Mirren in the iconic role of Detective Chief Inspector Jane Tennison. Seven series follow the brilliant, complex and uncompromising DCI Tennison as she battles to prove herself, seeking justice and respect amid a male-dominated police force. Written by distinguished dramatist and novelist Lynda La Plante, Prime Suspect has received critical acclaim around the world, paving the way for modern crime drama.

Murdoch Mysteries From ITV Studios 01-04-2020

Methodical and dashing detective William Murdoch (Yannick Bisson) pushes the boundaries of science to solve Toronto’s most gruesome murders at the dawn of the 20th century. Embarking on intricate investigations alongside his loyal team, Murdoch pioneers the latest forensic techniques to solve the unsolvable across thirteen thrilling seasons. As he traverses the evolving Victorian-turned-Edwardian society, this much-loved detective drama continues to weave the key issues and real-life historical figures of the era into each investigation. Murdoch Mysteries consistently wins high ratings around the world, maintaining its position as the top-rating locally produced drama on Canada’s CBC.

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