True crime, contemporary history, terrorism, and the role of mythology in popular culture feature among a new batch of commissions from indie production companies at BBC Scotland.

The Ridge, a psychological thriller distributed by Boat Rocker Studios, has been acquired by AMC Global Media’s Acorn TV in the U.S.

Expanding its digital strategy, BBC Scotland has commissioned four new short-form comedies that will be available on BBC iPlayer, YouTube, and other social platforms.

Tern TV, Tuesday's Child and Ricochet are among the production companies selected for the new SuperSizing Entertainment Formats program launched by the BBC, Screen Scotland and Glasgow-based training provider TRC.