DRG Takes International Rights to My Grandparents’ War

DRG has picked up the international rights to My Grandparents’ War, a forthcoming four-part factual series that will feature actors Kristin Scott Thomas and Mark Rylance.

In each episode of My Grandparents’ War, a Hollywood actor will retrace the footsteps of their grandparents during World War II. Thomas (The Darkest Hour, The English Patient) and Rylance (Dunkirk, The Bridge of Spies) have already filmed their stories, which took them to such historic locations as the beaches of Dunkirk and prisoner of war camps in Asia. Filming with two other award-winning actors is currently underway.

My Grandparents’ War was commissioned by Channel 4 from Wild Pictures to mark the 80th anniversary of the outbreak of World War II. It will broadcast on the channel later this year.

Mette Kanne-Behrendsen, DRG’s senior VP of acquisitions, said: “With My Grandparent’s War, Wild Pictures has brilliantly combined key moments in history with a fresh and compelling biographical insight into some of the world’s leading actors. Such a unique and considered approach to this global event, coupled with the 80th anniversary in September, is sure to make this extraordinary series a ‘must have’ title for any broadcaster or platform looking to commemorate the start of World War II.”

Tom Anstiss, executive producer at Wild Pictures, added: “We are delighted to be working alongside DRG and look forward to the reception our series receives on the international market. It’s a privilege to work with such talented people as Kristin Scott Thomas, Mark Rylance and the two other award-winning actors we are currently filming with. They each bring real intellectual curiosity, emotional depth and compassion, and deliver a compelling and revelatory new understanding of World War II. Their films explore universal themes and are a moving reminder of how bravery, comradeship, love and self-sacrifice prevailed in the face of tragedy.”