Viaplay Content Distribution Partners With Germany’s ARD on Adventure Series ‘Ronja the Robber’s Daughter,’ Among Other Titles (EXCLUSIVE)
variety.comElsa Keslassy International Correspondent Viaplay Content Distribution has partnered up with German broadcaster ARD Degeto to co-produce “Ronja the Robber’s Daughter,” an epic adventure series.
ARD Degeto will join the series’ existing co-production partners, Filmlance International, Film i Väst and Ahil Films. Along with co-producing, ARD Degeto will also premiere “Ronja” in Germany — in addition to other Viaplay series including the psychological thriller “Veronika,” the drama “Limbo” and dark comedy-drama “Below,” which were acquired as part of the deal.
A modern adaptation of Astrid Lindgren’s world-famous story, “Ronja the Robber’s Daughter” is written by Hans Rosenfeldt (“The Bridge”) and directed by Lisa James Larsson (“Britannia,” “Victoria”).
Astrid Lindgren’s books have sold over 165 million copies worldwide. “Ronja the Robber’s Daughter” follows the enchanting adventures of a young girl born into a band ofrobbers set in and around a fortress in medieval Scandinavia.
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