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Mediawan
Mediawan is actively integrating digital creators into its IP development pipeline, treating YouTube talent as a primary source of new voices alongside established film and TV names.
Current mandate
Mediawan is repositioning itself at the intersection of legacy production and digital-native talent. The company's strategic priority is formalizing pathways for YouTube creators and independent filmmakers to develop original IP across film, television, and multi-format franchises. Its "Meet the Content Creators" pitching events and active investment in digital creator development signal a deliberate move away from a broadcaster-only model toward direct consumer and brand-facing roles. The company's 10-year YouTube partnership, which reportedly spans 57 million subscribers and 5 billion views across its channels, is treated as core infrastructure rather than a supplementary distribution window. What distinguishes Mediawan is its insistence that new-generation talent brings genuine expertise, not just audience reach, and its track record of building franchises around specific creative voices.
Recent productions reflect that philosophy in practice. The company has exploited Monte Cristo IP across film, television, a live cinema concert, and a forthcoming adventure game on M6. It is adapting LeBron James' series "The Shop" for the French market through a brand partnership. It has produced exclusive YouTube content including the Miraculous Ladybug series, later windowed to broadcasters, and maintains existing brands via YouTube catch-up and second-life strategies. A recently acquired 60% stake in Plan B (per linked coverage) and the acquisition of France rights to "Operation Napoleon" from sales agent Beta Cinema indicate continued appetite for inbound IP.
Mediawan accepts submissions through its "Meet the Content Creators" pitching events, which are the most clearly documented access point for new voices. Writers and creators with projects rooted in contemporary issues and human experience, particularly those with an existing digital audience or a distinct independent voice, align most directly with the company's stated development priorities. France is the primary territory, with international ambitions attached to select franchise properties.
Signature peaks
- 28 Decision Makers Tracked — Executives active in recent coverage window
- 28 Total Records (12mo) — Signals tracked across 12-month period
- 5B views YouTube Reach — Across Mediawan channels per exec statement
Mandate dimensions
- Genre focus
- drama, thriller, independent cinema
- Territory focus
- France (primary), international
- Budget tier (observed)
- $46,539
- Access pattern
- The primary documented access point is Mediawan's "Meet the Content Creators" pitching events, structured forums designed to surface digital creators and independent filmmakers. For packaged or finished projects, acquisition via recognized sales agents is a demonstrated pathway, as evidenced by the "Operation Napoleon" deal through Beta Cinema. Writers and creators with projects addressing contemporary issues, a distinct independent voice, or an existing digital audience are best positioned. France is the primary territory.
- Deal structure
- Mediawan operates across acquisition, co-production, and multi-format franchise development. Recent deals include a reported 60% stake acquisition in Plan B and a territorial rights acquisition ("Operation Napoleon," France rights, via Beta Cinema). Budget signals on individual projects are not publicly disclosed. The company structures projects around talent attachment and IP exploitation across film, television, digital, live events, and gaming.
Recent productions and projects
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Acquired
Acquired a 60% stake in Plan B (implied via linked 'Read Next' line).
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France rights to Operation Napoleon
Acquired France rights to Operation Napoleon from sales agent Beta Cinema.
Market context
Without Brad Pitt, we couldn't have made 'F1'; without Jonathan Cohen, we couldn't have made 'La Flamme'; without Camille Cottin, we couldn't have made 'Call My Agent.' That philosophy now extends fully to digital creators.
Aligns with industry trend of major companies establishing filmmaker development initiatives and awards to build talent pipelines; reflects growing cross-sector partnerships (entertainment + technology/automotive) for cultural sponsorship.
Common questions about Mediawan
Does Mediawan accept unsolicited scripts or pitches?
Mediawan has not publicly confirmed a general unsolicited submissions policy. However, the company runs structured pitching events called 'Meet the Content Creators,' which appear to be the primary formal access point for new voices. These forums are specifically designed to surface digital creators and independent filmmakers with original ideas. Writers without an existing relationship should monitor announcements around these events as the most documented route in.
How does Mediawan attach to and develop projects?
Mediawan develops projects around specific creative voices, a philosophy articulated explicitly by its leadership: the company credits Jonathan Cohen for 'La Flamme,' Camille Cottin for 'Call My Agent,' and Brad Pitt for 'F1' as examples of talent-anchored development. That same logic now applies to digital creators. The company invests in developing creators' ideas through its pitching forums and builds multi-format franchises, as seen with Monte Cristo IP spanning film, TV, live events, and gaming.
What is Mediawan currently producing?
Mediawan is currently exploiting Monte Cristo IP across film, television, a live cinema concert, and a forthcoming adventure game on M6. It is adapting LeBron James' series 'The Shop' for the French market via a brand partnership. It produces exclusive YouTube content including the Miraculous Ladybug series, which is later windowed to broadcasters. The company also maintains existing brands through YouTube catch-up and second-life distribution strategies.
Who leads development and acquisitions at Mediawan?
Mediawan tracks 28 decision makers across recent coverage, though specific names and titles are not detailed in available public signals. Leadership has been publicly vocal about the company's digital creator strategy, with quoted executives referencing the 10-year YouTube partnership and the 'Meet the Content Creators' initiative. For current key contacts, industry directories and recent trade coverage of the company's pitching events are the most reliable sources.
How do you get a project to Mediawan?
The most clearly documented access pathway is through Mediawan's 'Meet the Content Creators' pitching events, which the company runs to surface digital creators and independent filmmakers. The company has also acquired France rights to projects via established sales agents, as with 'Operation Napoleon' through Beta Cinema, suggesting that representation by a recognized sales agent or producer is a viable route for finished or packaged projects. Direct outreach to tracked decision makers via industry events is also consistent with the company's stated openness to new generations.
Is Mediawan actively acquiring and developing new projects right now?
Yes, according to recent coverage. The company has recently acquired a reported 60% stake in Plan B and France rights to 'Operation Napoleon' from Beta Cinema. Its activity metrics show 28 total records across the past 12 months and a deal velocity signal as recently as May 2026. Leadership statements confirm ongoing investment in digital creator development and multi-format IP exploitation, indicating the company is in an active development and acquisition phase rather than a consolidation pause.
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