ZDF Studios Picks Up Legacy

ZDF Studios has secured the global rights outside of Africa, Latin America and French-speaking territories for the South African drama Legacy.

Produced by Tshedza Pictures as an original for M-Net, the series tells the story of a family at war with itself within the world of investment banking and billionaires. As the elderly patriarch nears retirement from his position as CEO, a struggle for power begins.

Legacy is written by Gwydion Beynon and Phathutshedzo Makwarela. Its cast includes Mary-Anne Barlow, Michelle Botes, Dawid Minnaar, Kgomotso Christopher and Siyabong Thwala.

Mauro Black, director of content sales and distribution at MultiChoice, said: “We are thrilled to have ZDF Studios represent our SAFTA-winning telenovela Legacy. The series performed well with audiences in South Africa, and partnering with the highly respected ZDF Studios is going to allow our proudly African content to be enjoyed across the globe.”

Yuliya Fischer, Director Drama, at ZDF Studios added: “We are delighted to be partnering with M-Net on this extraordinary, binge-worthy series. As Legacy will be one of the key titles on our drama slate at this year’s MIPCOM, we are looking forward to introducing it to our clients in Cannes.”