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FilmRise has entered a co-production deal with Bright North Studios for the new true-crime series The Christmas Killings Hosted by Nancy Grace.
Nancy Grace, host of Bloodline Detectives, will explore crimes that shattered families’ holiday seasons—from Thanksgiving through the New Year. There will be 12 hour-long episodes, with each focusing on a different tragedy.
FilmRise is co-producing the series alongside Shawn Efran and Mary Bissel of Bright North Studios, formerly Efran Studios. FilmRise will handle all U.S. distribution rights for the new series.
“Bright North Studios has a proven track record of delivering compelling, high-caliber true-crime series that resonate across streaming and broadcast platforms,” said Jonitha Keymoore, head of content at FilmRise. “We’re thrilled to collaborate with them on this exciting new project and to have Nancy Grace, a powerhouse in the true-crime genre, leading as host.”
“FilmRise’s extensive library of true-crime content is unparalleled, and their distribution network reaches far beyond traditional channels, connecting with a wide range of audiences,” Efran commented. “We couldn’t imagine a better partner for this project and are confident this collaboration will result in a highly successful series.”
Grace added, “I am excited to once again partner with FilmRise on this new series and look forward to a new relationship with Bright North Studios. Over the years, FilmRise has been a wonderful partner. They bring a deep understanding of the true-crime genre and a great ability to connect with audiences across various platforms. Their commitment to quality and engaging storytelling has been important to the success of Bloodline Detectives, and I am confident that this new project will continue to deliver outstanding results.”
