WDRmg’s Autumn Tingles to Be Adapted in Finland

COLOGNE: WDR mediagroup (WDRmg) has sold the remake rights for the speed-dating format Autumn Tingles to Finnish production company Kaiho Republic, which is making a local version for pubcaster Yle.

In the original Autumn Tingles, a group of seniors and professional actors participate in a speed-dating event. The show has been a success in Germany, where it aired on ARD as a feature-film version and as a six-part series. The Finnish adaptation will comprise six 25-minute episodes.

Andrea Zuska, the chief content officer at WDRmg, commented: “Autumn Tingles has a strong appeal in European countries thanks to its original underlying concept and the comparatively low production expenses required. The open approach allows for diverse program placement and adaptability under various budget requirements.”

Liisa Penttilä-Asikainen, producer at Kaiho Republic, noted: “We are absolutely delighted to do a Finnish version of Autumn Tingles that cherishes experience, longing and love. The series brings up both humorous and important issues that wide audiences can relate to.”

Jarmo Lampela, the head of drama at Yle, added: “Yle Drama is excited by the opportunity to see such highly experienced and charismatic actors, the most beloved ones of their generation, in this challenging and character-driven comedy.”