Globo's Telenovelas to Thrillers: Brazilian Media Giant's Global Expansion

In October 2025, Brazilian media giant Globo celebrated its 100-year anniversary, showcasing its remarkable transformation from a newspaper launched in 1925 to a multimedia powerhouse. At a Mipcom event in Cannes, Globo's Head of International Business and Co-productions, Angela Colla, unveiled the company's ambitious global expansion plans.

Globo has been actively forging international partnerships and deals to consolidate its position as a leading global player. The company has secured format sales for several of its hit shows, including "The Others," a thriller series that has already been adapted in Germany and Greece. Globo has also partnered with Turkey's Ay Yapim to take the revenge saga "Leyla" to over 20 countries.

Additionally, Globo has struck co-production agreements with renowned industry players, such as Ron Leshem, creator of the original "Euphoria," to develop the psychological thriller "Paranoia." The company has also teamed up with Fox Entertainment Studios and BBC Studios for original Christmas movies and a documentary series on the Amazon rainforest, respectively.

Globo's streaming platform, Globoplay, has also been making waves with its original content. The stylish abduction thriller "Perfect Days" has become the most-watched original series on the platform since its summer 2025 premiere, captivating audiences with its thrilling narrative.