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Hungarian Drama 'Rise of the Raven' Breaks Global Barriers
10 Nov
Summary
- Lionsgate acquired rights to the Hungarian epic period drama 'Rise of the Raven'.
- The series broke ratings records in Hungary and hit No. 1 on Netflix.
- It dramatizes János Hunyadi's defense of Europe against the Ottoman Empire.
The epic period drama "Rise of the Raven" has secured distribution in the U.S. and U.K. through a deal with Lionsgate, marking a notable international achievement for a Hungarian production. The series previously shattered television ratings records upon its premiere in Hungary and quickly ascended to the number one spot on Netflix within the country.
"Rise of the Raven" is based on Mór Bán's bestselling novels and centers on the formidable army commander János Hunyadi. His life is depicted as a relentless struggle to defend Europe from an encroaching Ottoman invasion, complicated by intense political maneuvering and rivalries among noble families.
The series further explores the crucial roles of the women in Hunyadi's life, including his supportive wife Erzsébet and his first love, Mara. The narrative culminates as Hunyadi leads his forces against a massive Ottoman army poised to conquer Europe, ultimately securing a hard-won victory.
Directed by Robert Dornhelm and Orsi Nagypál, among others, the 10-part series is produced by a consortium of international and Hungarian companies. Its successful broadcast and streaming performance indicates strong global appeal for Hungarian storytelling.
