UKTV Scores Streaming Rights to Ladies in Black

ABC Commercial has licensed its drama series Ladies in Black to UKTV for streaming on U in the U.K. and Ireland.

Inspired by Madeleine St John’s best-selling novel, the series from Bunya Production is set in 1960s Sydney. It has previously been sold to Now TV in Hong Kong, Yle in Finland and Proximus Media House in Belgium.

Karen Quinn, manager of content sales at ABC Commercial, noted, “We’re absolutely thrilled to see Ladies in Black picked up by UKTV for audiences in the U.K. and Ireland. The series has already struck a chord with international viewers thanks to performances by the leading female actors Debi Mazar, Miranda Otto and Jessica De Gouw, its compelling female-driven narratives, striking visual aesthetic, and lush, era-evoking soundtrack. With its authentic celebration of women’s voices and vibrant production values, Ladies in Black is proving to be a standout drama that resonates deeply with global audiences.”

Melanie Rumani, global head of acquisitions at UKTV and BBC Studios, added, “I’m delighted to be introducing Ladies in Black to U.K. audiences on our streaming service, U. This captivating period drama from ABC Commercial gives a compelling glimpse into the lives of a group of women navigating the transformative early 1960s and is exactly the calibre of high-quality and distinct drama that we want our viewers to keep coming back to U for.”