Stuff the British Stole Series Set for ABC & CBC

Stuff the British Stole, a six-part series based on journalist Marc Fennell’s podcast of the same name, is coming to ABC in Australia and Canada’s CBC.

This series will explore the stories of several treasures that were acquired over the years of the British Empire. An Australia-Canada co-production, Stuff the British Stole is co-produced by Wooden Horse, WildBear Entertainment and Cream Productions. It is set to air on ABC TV and ABC iview later this year and on CBC and CBC Gem in 2023.

Stuff the British Stole has received principal production funding from Screen Australia and is financed with support from the Canada Media Fund, Canadian Film or Video Production Tax Credit, Ontario Creates and Content Mint. Fremantle will distribute the series worldwide.

Jennifer Collins, ABC’s head of factual and culture, said: “We’re thrilled to partner with the CBC and bring this captivating podcast to television screens across Australia and Canada. Marc Fennell is a phenomenal host, and we can’t wait to see the mysteries of each object unfold.”

Alex West, Screen Australia’s head of documentary, said: “Stuff the British Stole promises to give voice to those who have been colonized, and its bold exploration of the impact of the British Empire is timely and necessary to keep discussions of cultural colonialism ongoing. We are excited to support Marc Fennell and his talented and passionate team in bringing his popular award-winning podcast to the screen in this Australia-Canada co-production.”

Sally Catto, general manager of entertainment, factual and sports at CBC, said: “We are excited to build on our valuable partnership with ABC and strengthen public broadcasting in both of our countries with this timely, authentic series that will open the eyes and minds of viewers while taking them on an entertaining journey through history.”

The executive producers from Wooden Horse, Wild Bear Entertainment and Cream Productions added: “Marc has created a history series that is not only utterly compelling but helps us understand who we are today. For Wooden Horse, WildBear and Cream, it is a privilege to partner with two great public broadcasters on other sides of the globe but with so much in common.”