⚖️ TF1, France TV, and the Streamer Dilemma: Why They’re Backing Netflix & Prime
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Issue #193 • Tuesday 23rd, September 2025
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All Eyes on Cannes: MIPCOM 2025
From 13–16 October 2025, the global entertainment industry gathers at the Palais des Festivals for MIPCOM CANNES, the world’s leading market for TV and streaming content. Over 10,500 delegates from 100+ countries, including 3,240 buyers, meet to discover fresh stories, strike partnerships, and close deals. The 41st edition puts the spotlight on the Creator Economy, bridging digital creators with producers, distributors, platforms, and brands. Expect exclusive keynotes (including Mattel), world premieres (Ku’damm 77, CBS’s Boston Blue), inspiring conferences, and 350 stands showcasing the best in entertainment. Don’t miss the chance to connect, create, and shape the future of content in Cannes.
LE PETIT UPDATE 🗞️
Switzerland is weighing changes to its contribution to TV5Monde, with potential implications for the network’s governance and programming balance.
The CNC plans to loosen funding rules to speed up financing and better accommodate co-productions and platform-led models, while keeping cultural objectives intact.
ARCOM has postponed the launch of new national DTT authorizations, extending the current channel landscape during the digital transition.
Women represent 27% of feature-film credits—an uptick, yet parity remains distant, especially in directing and technical departments.
ARTE unveils a bold 2025–2026 drama slate, doubling down on distinctive European co-productions and auteur-driven series.
War on Screen 2025 announces eleven feature selections that span contemporary conflicts and historical narratives, with strong festival potential.
Cartoon Forum 2025: Europe’s public broadcasters recalibrate animation strategies—more co-development, earlier talent scouting, and careful franchise building to compete with streamers while preserving public-service missions.