Tallinn Black Nights Unveils Diverse Lineup of Buzzy European TV Series

The Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival's TV Beats Co-Financing Market has unveiled an exciting lineup of 8 new European TV series, selected from a record 56 applications. Hailing from 8 different countries, the diverse slate spans genres from Nordic crime to historical dramas and Cold War-era satire.

Competing for the coveted €50,000 Council of Europe Series Co-Production Development Award, the projects include the true-events-inspired "The Abduction of Yossele Schumacher" from acclaimed Israeli filmmaker Eran Riklis, the historical comedy "Nuclear Sunset Cruise" directed by Oscar winner Florian Gallenberger, and the supernatural mystery "Dark Waters" from Spain.

According to the TV Beats Forum co-heads, the selection process prioritized projects with strong co-production potential, especially from non-traditional partners. The lineup also reflects current trends, with crime remaining a popular genre, alongside "fascinating true stories with a bit of nostalgia" and timely Cold War-themed narratives.

With funding scarce for development, the Tallinn co-financing event provides a valuable platform for European indie producers to find potential partners and secure crucial support. The festival will also host its second Screening Day, Midpoint Series Launch training, and a new Serial Bridges Baltics initiative in the coming days.