Arte secures European broadcasting rights for ‘The Actor’

French-German cultural television network Arte has acquired the broadcasting rights for the Iranian VOD series 'The Actor'.

Directed by Nima Javidi and produced by Majid Motallebi, the series will be presented in French and German dubbing, expanding its accessibility to a broader European audience.

Scheduled to debut its first season on May 9 during prime viewing hours, ‘The Actor’ aims to attract viewers with its diverse and high-quality content.

Starring Navid Mohammadzadeh, Ahmad Mehranfar, Hasti Mahdavifar and Hanieh Tavassoli, the series delves into the lives of theater actors navigating intricate adventures after accepting a unique offer.

Each episode of ‘The Actor’ presents a distinct story and atmosphere, as the protagonists, portrayed by Mohammadzadeh and Mehranfar, immerse themselves in various roles, from an addict aiding a concerned father to bandits orchestrating a surprising proposal.

The series’ appeal lies in its versatile makeup and character designs, compelling viewers to follow the unfolding narrative.

Following its international success, including winning the grand prize at France’s Series Mania festival and the best screenplay award at the Seoul World Drama Awards, ‘The Actor’ is to make its European debut on Arte TV.

Mohammadzadeh’s accolades, such as the Best Actor Award in the Horizons competition category at the 74th International Film Festival of Venice, further underscore the series' acclaim.

Moreover, ‘The Actor’ has gained recognition as the sole representative of Iran at the Transylvania International TV Series Festival, affirming its status among European festivals.

In its third global appearance, the series competed alongside productions from renowned companies like Warner Bros Discovery and Amazon Studios at the International SerienCamp Festival.

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