'Conflict' is headlining KI’s MIPCOM 2024 slate, which includes its buzziest line-up of scripted content to date.
Global content producer and distributor Keshet International (KI) has finalised several sales for its military thriller Conflict ahead of its world premiere on MTV Finland later this year.
One of the most talked-about dramas at the 2024 London TV Screenings, Conflict was praised by K7 Media as “heart-pounding” and “the most impressive drama of the week.”
Set against the backdrop of a potential proxy war in Europe, Conflict is a six-part, multi-language drama primarily in English. KI has successfully sold the series to several international broadcasters, including Canal+ in France and Poland, AMC Networks International in Spain and Portugal, Telia Lithuania in Lithuania, Telia Estonia in Estonia, Tet and Latvijas Mobilais Telefons in Latvia and HOT in Israel. Additional negotiations are ongoing.
Pilar de las Casas, VP of Series & Cinema, AMC Networks International Southern Europe, said: “Conflict is one of those action-driven dramas that compels you to keep watching as the story unfolds. With its international cast and live-action sequences that feel incredibly real, we think our viewers will love it.”
Kelly Wright, KI’s MD of Distribution, added: “Conflict has everything buyers and viewers are looking for right now, so I’m not surprised we are closing deals before officially launching this title at MIPCOM. Our clients are really responding to Conflict’s ripped-from-the-headlines plot; its English-dominant script and fantastic international cast; it’s thrilling action sequences and strong, relatable female lead characters; as well as its faceless “enemy” who remains unknown throughout. It’s must-watch TV!”
The series, co-created by Andrei Alén and director Aku Louhimies, stars an international cast including Peter Franzén, Dylan Smith, Nadia Forde, Sara Soulié and Larry Lamb.
The plot follows a Finnish military unit completing training on Midsummer’s Eve, only to face an invasion by an unidentified enemy. With foreign nationals held hostage, Finland’s newly elected President Saaristo (played by Sara Soulié) must navigate the threat of a proxy war and prevent escalation into Europe and beyond.
Produced by Backmann & Hoderhoff and XYZ Films, with support from Business Finland and the City of Hanko, Conflict (6×60’) will be distributed globally by KI, which is also offering the format for adaptation. The show headlines KI’s MIPCOM 2024 slate, alongside other notable scripted content, including Valhalla Project, The 11th Body, Rough Diamonds, Echo 3 and Too Much Love.
