SkyShowtime Acquires First Original Animation Series 'Hidden Islands'
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SkyShowtime has acquired its first original animation series, a family adventure titled 'Hidden Islands'. The series will launch exclusively on the service later this year, following three children on a mythical quest.
Facts First
- SkyShowtime has acquired its first original animation series, a family adventure titled 'Hidden Islands'.
- The series will launch exclusively on SkyShowtime later this year, consisting of 20 seven-minute episodes.
- 'Hidden Islands' is produced by OYA Copenhagen, the studio behind 'Mia's Magical Playground'.
- The series is the first on-screen production from creators Madeleine Bernadotte and Karini Gustafson-Teixeira, who previously co-wrote the children's book 'Stella and the Secret'.
- It joins other Swedish SkyShowtime Originals including 'Where the Sun Always Shines' and 'Veronika'.
What Happened
SkyShowtime has acquired its first original animation series, a family adventure titled 'Hidden Islands'. The series will launch exclusively on the SkyShowtime service later this year. It is produced by OYA Copenhagen, the creative studio responsible for 'Mia's Magical Playground'. The series is the second project and the first on-screen production from creators Madeleine Bernadotte and Karini Gustafson-Teixeira, who previously co-wrote the children's book 'Stella and the Secret' in 2019.
Why this Matters to You
If you subscribe to SkyShowtime, you will gain access to a new, exclusive family-friendly series later this year. The acquisition of original animated content may signal the platform's intent to expand its library with more exclusive shows, which could increase the value of your subscription. For families, the series offers a new, short-form adventure story focused on teamwork and mystery.
What's Next
The series 'Hidden Islands' is set to launch on SkyShowtime later this year. Its performance could influence the platform's strategy for commissioning more original animated content. The series joins other Swedish SkyShowtime Originals, including the upcoming series 'The Trio' (Trion) and 'National Homicide Unit' (Riksmord), suggesting a continued investment in exclusive programming for the region.