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Maigret's Parisian Mysteries Find New UK Home
8 Oct
Summary
- New adaptation of Maigret series secured by UKTV for U&Drama.
- Deal includes two seasons of the Georges Simenon crime drama.
- Benjamin Wainwright stars as the iconic Chief Inspector Maigret.
UKTV has acquired the rights to two seasons of the new Maigret adaptation, bringing the celebrated detective series to its U&Drama network and U streaming service. This acquisition is part of a larger 114-hour content deal with Banijay Rights.
The reinvented series features Benjamin Wainwright in the lead role of Chief Inspector Jules Maigret, alongside Stefanie Martini as Madame Louise Maigret and Blake Harrison as Joseph Torrence. It follows Maigret and his team as they tackle complex cases in the heart of Paris, revitalizing a globally recognized crime brand.
This latest adaptation of Georges Simenon's famous character follows previous successful iterations, including the 2016 ITV series starring Rowan Atkinson. The deal with Banijay Rights also encompasses other titles such as A Remarkable Place to Die and Ambulance.
Karin Marelle, Global Head of Acquisitions at UKTV and BBC Studios, expressed delight in bringing this new adaptation to viewers, highlighting Maigret's status as a world-renowned detective brand. The news emerges ahead of the MIPCOM Cannes television market.
