SEO Title: Globo and Fremantle Collabora
Globo and Fremantle have joined forces to co-produce an exciting new drama series, Crime Inc. The production will be developed by the award-winning Mixer Films, with Globo securing exclusive broadcasting rights in Brazil, where the series will be featured on Globoplay. Fremantle, on the other hand, will oversee distribution to international audiences, ensuring the show reaches viewers across the globe.
The agreement for Crime Inc was established during MIPCOM last year, with key players from both companies involved in the negotiation. Manuel Marti, Fremantle’s Head of Scripted Development for Latin America (LATAM), and Tatiana Costa, Globo’s Head of Content for Digital Products, played integral roles in bringing this partnership to life. The drama, penned by Dudu Nobre and Caio Cobra and scripted by Marcos Osorio Vidal and Willy Van Broock, explores the intricate dynamics of organized crime in Rio de Janeiro, focusing on the relationship between Vagner and his father, Marquinhos, a prominent mafia leader. As tensions mount over leadership succession, Vagner is determined to become the first Black leader of the Rio mafia.
Both Globo and Fremantle are excited about the potential of Crime Inc. to captivate audiences not only in Brazil but around the world. Manuel Belmar, Director of Digital Products at Globo, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, noting that the series has the capacity to resonate with diverse audiences due to its gripping storylines and compelling characters. He emphasized how this partnership marks an important step in creating high-quality content that appeals to both local and global viewers.
Fremantle’s Manuel Marti echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the significance of this partnership as a milestone in the company’s ongoing efforts to bring diverse, border-transcending narratives to the forefront of international entertainment. Crime Inc. will serve as a platform to showcase the depth of Brazilian storytelling, drawing in global viewers with its intense plot and unique cultural backdrop.
João Daniel Tikhomiroff, President of Mixer Films, also expressed his excitement about the project, highlighting the cinematic quality and dynamic storytelling that the series will offer. Inspired by real-life events, Crime Inc. promises to keep audiences on edge with its blend of crime, conflict, and family drama, all set within the rich and complex world of Rio’s mafia.
This collaboration between Globo and Fremantle is part of Globo’s broader co-production strategy, which aims to develop premium content for its streaming service, Globoplay. Building on previous partnerships like Rio Connection with Sony and Floresta, and Codex 632 in collaboration with RTP and SPi, Crime Inc. stands as the latest testament to Globo’s commitment to delivering top-tier entertainment to both Brazilian and international markets.