EXCLUSIVE: Paris-based Folivari International has acquired world sales rights for hit French animated series Samuel.
The deal with French production company Les Valseurs follows the short format show’s runaway success in France, Germany and Spain.
Consisting of simple black and white illustrations and a voiceover by creator and director Émilie Tronche, the show follows 10-year-old protagonist Samuel as he navigates the complexities of friendships and crushes while transitioning from elementary to middle school.
The series is produced by Damien Megherbi and Justin Pechberty at Paris-based production and distribution company Les Valseurs, who developed its innovative format bridging linear broadcasting and social media.
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