Italian Global Series Festival Announces Dates, Jury Presidents, and Premieres for Second Edition
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The Italian Global Series Festival (IGS) will hold its second edition from July 3-11 in Rimini and Riccione. The festival announced its jury presidents and a slate of international premieres, with all screenings and masterclasses free to the public. The event aims to drive the Italian television sector and has attracted significant international industry interest.
Facts First
- The festival runs July 3-11 in the Italian seaside cities of Rimini and Riccione.
- Jury presidents include Oscar-nominated Nicholas Meyer, veteran producer Marti Noxon, and actor Bruno Gouery.
- All screenings and masterclasses are free for the general audience to attend.
- World and international premieres announced for series including 'Daughter of the Ashes' and 'Secret Service'.
- The event is organized by APA with support from Italy’s Ministry of Culture and other institutions.
What Happened
The Italian Global Series Festival (IGS) announced details for its second edition at an event in Cannes. The festival will take place from July 3-11 in Rimini and Riccione. Artistic director Marco Spagnoli named the presidents for its competition juries: Nicholas Meyer for limited series, Marti Noxon for drama series, and Bruno Gouery for comedy series. The festival announced several world and international premieres, including the third season of 'Daughter of the Ashes: The Cases of Teresa Battaglia' and James Marsh’s 'Secret Service'. The event also revealed recipients of the Maximo Excellence career award, including Carlton Cuse and several Italian industry figures.
Why this Matters to You
If you are interested in international television, you may have the opportunity to see new series from Italy, Germany, France, and Spain before wider release. As all screenings and masterclasses are free to the public, the festival could provide direct, cost-free access to industry insights and entertainment. The growing international profile of the event suggests it may become a more significant destination for premieres and talent, potentially offering a wider array of content for audiences in the future.
What's Next
The festival is scheduled to proceed with its July dates. Expected attendees include actors John Hannah, Bertie Carvel, Stefania Spampinato, and Jeri Ryan. The announced premieres and jury deliberations will take place during the event. The continued support from Italy’s Ministry of Culture and major broadcasters like RAI indicates the festival is likely to continue as an annual event, potentially further elevating Italy's role in the global television market.