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ITV Studios Inks Deals for 'Solitary', 'Come Dine With Me' and More Ahead of MIPCOM
13 Oct
Summary
- ITV Studios acquires rights to controversial reality show 'Solitary'
- 'Come Dine With Me' launches 50th version in Africa, expands globally
- New local versions of 'A Party to Die For', 'The Chase' and 'My Mum Your Dad' ordered

In the lead-up to MIPCOM Cannes, ITV Studios has been busy securing a range of format deals and adding the reality show 'Solitary' to its catalog. The company has seen a flurry of activity, including a Spanish agreement for the murder mystery game show 'A Party to Die For', the 50th territory launch for the evergreen 'Come Dine With Me' format, and a New Zealand order for 'The Chase'.
Additionally, the relationship format 'My Mum Your Dad' has been recommissioned for a second season in Brazil. The controversial social experiment 'Solitary', which was originally for the now-defunct Fox Reality Channel, has also been acquired by ITV Studios and is set to be revived for global distribution.
These deals showcase ITV Studios' continued success in exporting its diverse range of formats to international markets. The company's ability to adapt popular shows for local audiences and find new homes for dormant formats like 'Solitary' underscores its position as a leading player in the global content marketplace.