Globo Showcasing Empire in Cannes

SÃO PAULO: At this week’s MIPTV, Globo is presenting to international buyers Empire, a telenovela that has already been licensed in 15 countries since its launch earlier this year.

Empire follows the decline of José Alfredo’s jewel-trading business, the dispute between his children for his legacy, as well as his troubled marriage and his affair. The show stars Alexandre Nero (Looks & Essence) alongside Adriana Birolli (Looks & Essence), Paulo Betti and Rafael Cardoso (The Life We Lead), and Nanda Costa (Brave Woman).

Empire debuted with high ratings on Globo in Brazil. It is also one of the ten most-watched programs in Portugal, where it airs on SIC.