{"id":30374,"date":"2025-09-03T10:37:46","date_gmt":"2025-09-03T14:37:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/worldscreen.com\/tvkids\/viaplay-content-distribution-expands-kids-slate\/"},"modified":"2025-09-03T11:41:23","modified_gmt":"2025-09-03T15:41:23","slug":"viaplay-content-distribution-expands-kids-slate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/worldscreen.com\/tvkids\/viaplay-content-distribution-expands-kids-slate\/","title":{"rendered":"Viaplay Content Distribution Expands Kids\u2019 Slate"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Viaplay Content Distribution has expanded its kids\u2019 slate with the addition of the Swedish series <em>LasseMaja\u2019s Detective Agency<\/em> and <em>Bert<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>\u201c<em>LasseMaja\u2019s Detective Agency<\/em> series\u2014translated into 34 languages\u2014stands as one of Sweden\u2019s most internationally successful children\u2019s book series,\u201d said Vanda Rapti, executive VP of Viaplay Select and Viaplay Content Distribution. \u201cThe award-winning adaptation is a perfect fit for family and children\u2019s channels seeking a proven, high-performing kids\u2019 action series that promotes curiosity, logic and teamwork\u2014hallmarks of the trusted Swedish tradition in children\u2019s storytelling.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe\u2019re also thrilled to present <em>Bert<\/em>, based on the beloved Swedish book series, which brings nostalgic charm and universal coming-of-age appeal,\u201d Rapti continued. \u201cThese acquisitions complement our standout fantasy family action series <em>Ronja, The Robber\u2019s Daughter<\/em> and the beautifully crafted animated series <em>Karma &amp; Jonar<\/em>, together offering a unique and diverse slate of the best of Nordic premium family and children\u2019s entertainment to our clients globally.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Across two seasons and 12 episodes total, <em>LasseMaja\u2019s Detective Agency<\/em> follows two best friends who solve quirky crimes in Valleby, from jewel thefts to ghostly goings-on. Each season brings a fresh set of mysteries and a cast of townsfolk, including a daydreaming chief of police, a romantic barista duo and a priest in direct contact with heaven.<\/p>\n<p><em>LasseMaja\u2019s Detective Agency<\/em> stars Elis Nystr\u00f6m (<em>Panik i tomteverkstan<\/em>), Ellen Sarri Littorin (<em>The Inner Circle<\/em>) and Anders Jansson (<em>Suedi<\/em>). It is directed by Ted Kjellsson (<em>H\u00e5kan Br\u00e5kan<\/em>), Gustav \u00c5kerblom (<em>Ture Sventon<\/em>) and Johan Lundin (<em>Blinded<\/em>). An FLX production, the series originally aired on TV4\/C More.<\/p>\n<p><em>Bert<\/em> centers on Bert Ljung, an underdog with a journal full of hopes and hormones. Freshly dumped and newly 14, Bert goes on a chaotic quest to find love again while facing rival guitar guys, sudden acne and the problem of falling for the sister of the school\u2019s biggest bully.<\/p>\n<p>The cast features Adrian Mac\u00e9us (<em>Little Did I Know<\/em>), Lily Wahlsteen (<em>Otajmat<\/em>), Samy Karlsson Fariat (<em>Dough<\/em>) and Arvid Bergelv. The series is directed by Bill Schumacher (<em>The Ambassador<\/em>) and written by Adrian Boberg (<em>Sunny Side<\/em>) and Tapio Leopold (<em>Trouble<\/em>), with Sussan Treschow (<em>Jana\u2013Marked for Life<\/em>) producing for FLX. 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