Shooting Begins for Curiosity Normandy Series

ZED has begun filming the three-part original series Normandy: Land of Warriors, commissioned by Curiosity in association with TF1 Group’s Histoire TV.

From the Viking invasions to the great sieges of Richard the Lionheart, the docuseries will tell the story of how Normandy became one of the most powerful kingdoms in Europe before it suddenly collapsed. Directed by Juliette Desbois, the series is scheduled for completion in October and is available for presales.

Normandy: Land of Warriors is slated to bow on CuriosityStream in late 2022 and will broadcast in France on Histoire TV between the end of 2022 and the beginning of 2023.

Manuel Catteau, president of ZED, said: “Normandy: Land of Warriors is an incredible saga about a dynasty of conquerors—from Rollo the Walker to Richard the Lionheart and William the Conqueror—who made Normandy the most powerful duchy in Europe in 300 years. It’s a never-told, epic tale deeply rooted in medieval European history, told through the narrative style of fiction.”

John Cavanagh, executive producer for Curiosity, commented: “This is the true story that became a legend about Viking warriors that dominated France, conquered England, led Crusaders to the Holy Land—and then lost a mighty kingdom. In just three centuries, the Normans completely changed Western civilization. Norse heroes, knights-in-armor, clashing swords and palace intrigue—it’s an epic saga Curiosity viewers will love.”

Christophe Sommet, director of Histoire TV, added: “We’re thrilled to join this ambitious project. By highlighting a new story with current narrative codes, this documentary series fits perfectly into the editorial ambition of our channel: to learn, understand and surprise. It is the perfect example of what we strive to offer our ever-growing audience: premium content with strong stories and unique perspectives.”