As Series Mania kicked off its 15th edition in Lille, France, the atmosphere was electric with anticipation. The festival, renowned as Europe’s premier TV event, made a grand entrance with the European premiere of Netflix’s 3 Body Problem, a series praised for its ability to tackle the untouchable. Amidst the glitz and glamour, French drama reached new heights, with a slew of captivating series making their debut at Coming Next from France.

Adding to the excitement, Netflix secured a deal for an Isabelle Adjani-led project, further enriching the festival’s lineup and leaving attendees on the edge of their seats.

Netflix’s latest coup at Series Mania Festival with Isabelle Adjani

Amidst the buzz at the Series Mania Festival, Larry Tanz, Netflix’s VP of EMEA Content, unveiled an impressive lineup of new shows originating from France and the Netherlands. As per Variety, one standout is an untitled French thriller series, featuring Isabelle Adjani, which follows the gripping journey of a young mother thrust into the spotlight as the prime suspect in a wealthy family’s patriarch’s mysterious demise. Directed by Marie Jardillier and produced by Itinéraire Productions, the series promises to unravel a tangled web of secrets and connections.

Meanwhile, Amsterdam Empire, a Dutch crime series directed by Jonas Govaerts, covers the tumultuous life of Jack van Doorn, the mastermind behind a coffee shop empire. It will offer a captivating exploration of intrigue and drama in the heart of the bustling city. At the Series Mania event, Tanz disclosed that Netflix is currently engaged in the production of more than 40 projects across Europe, with filming taking place on the continent. Additionally, the streaming giant is collaborating with a whopping 400 producers to bring these diverse projects to life.

As Netflix secures new premium series, it also releases the trailer for Rebel Moon 2.

Netflix drops the much-anticipated trailer for Rebel Moon 2

The streaming giant dropped the trailer for the highly anticipated Rebel Moon: Part Two — The Scargiver. It will mark the thrilling continuation of Kora’s saga against the ominous presence of the Motherworld, this time on her native land of Veldt. Directed by Zack Snyder, the film promises to deliver another jaw-dropping visual feast, following the events of Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child of Fire. Set to premiere on April 19th, viewers can expect a rollercoaster of emotions as Kora and her allies face their toughest challenge yet.

As the rebels prepare for battle, they confront their pasts, unearthing the motivations driving their unwavering fight. As the Realm’s looming threat closes in, it tests the bonds of friendship, unveils heroes from unexpected places, and forges legends in the crucible of war. Amidst the chaos, Kora and her allies must stand firm, determined to protect their village and carve out their place in history, against all odds.

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