Banijay Rights has secured the global distribution rights to The Northumbria Mysteries, a new detective drama for the BBC starring Robson Green.
The series is produced by Lonesome Pine Productions and set on the Northumberland coastline and its surrounding market towns.
Simon Cox, EVP of content and acquisitions at Banijay Rights, said: “The Northumbria Mysteries is a distinctive, atmospheric crime drama that pairs compelling storytelling with the striking backdrop of North East England. As a powerful addition to Banijay Rights’ burgeoning scripted slate, we’re excited to bring this character-driven detective series to international audiences, bolstering our focus on premium, globally resonant drama.”
The series is now in production and will transmit in the U.K. on BBC One and iPlayer.
