South Africa’s Both Worlds is making waves in the entertainment industry as it brings a range of exciting scripted projects to Mipcom this week. One of the highlights is the adaptation of the bestseller “The Cape Raider” and collaborations with Federation Studios and actor Djimon Hounsou’s Fanaticus production banner.
The production company, known for its International Emmy-nominated work, recently released the popular Cape Town-based comedy-drama “The Morning After” on Prime Video. They have also completed Season 2 of “Recipes for Love and Murder,” a quirky murder-mystery series starring Maria Doyle Kennedy. This show, a co-production with M-Net, AMC, AcornTV, and Global Screen, will be showcased to buyers at Mipcom.
Both Worlds has acquired the TV adaptation rights to South African author Justin Fox’s bestselling novel “The Cape Raider” and other books from his Jack Pembroke Naval Adventures series. The series follows the story of Jack Pembroke, a war hero who must rally a team of South Africans amidst the turmoil of World War II. This epic series will be a key part of Both Worlds’ slate at Mipcom this year.
In addition to “The Cape Raider,” Both Worlds has also secured the rights to adapt the French romantic epic novel “Liv Maria” and Irma Venter’s Ami Prinsloo series of books. They are currently developing these stories into captivating series for audiences to enjoy.
Founded by Thierry Cassuto in 1998, Both Worlds has gained recognition for its successful adaptations, such as “Recipes for Love and Murder” based on Sally Andrew’s book series. The company has also ventured into fantasy and science fiction genres with projects like “Vodun” and “Valindaba” in collaboration with Djimon Hounsou’s Fanaticus production banner.
Furthermore, Both Worlds is co-producing “The Silent Zone” with Federation MEAC, a subsidiary of Federation Studios. This show, inspired by the SKA telescope in the Karoo desert, explores the consequences of dark matter experiments gone wrong in a remote setting.
With a growing global presence, Both Worlds continues to expand its portfolio with projects like “The Newsmakers” and “Tarantula” for local and international audiences. The company’s commitment to diverse and ambitious storytelling is evident in its lineup of upcoming projects.
“It’s incredibly busy and exciting times currently at Both Worlds, and we feel lucky and proud to be involved in so many diverse and ambitious projects,” said Thierry Cassuto, the company’s founder and executive producer. The future looks bright for Both Worlds as they continue to push boundaries and deliver compelling content to viewers worldwide.
