Talpa Studios Unveiled New Formats at Mipcom
The production company debuted new entertainment projects and announced international commissions for its slate.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Variety
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Talpa Studios presented a new lineup of entertainment formats at Mipcom in Cannes. The announcements included commission deals for shows such as The Golden Elevators and Sing With Me across multiple international markets.
Why it matters
Broadcasters are diversifying their programming portfolios by securing rights to new high-stakes competition and music-based game show formats. These deals reflect ongoing demand for globally adaptable television content.
The Floor is currently distributed across more than 30 territories worldwide. Additionally, The Golden Elevators series will feature 10 contestants answering 10 questions.
The players
Talpa Studios
This international television production company specializes in creating and distributing global entertainment formats.
SBS6
This Dutch television network is a primary broadcaster for new Talpa Studios entertainment programming.
ITV
This major British broadcaster serves as a key commissioning partner for international entertainment formats.
The details
The Golden Elevators, commissioned by ITV and SBS6, tasks contestants with choosing between elevators to progress or face elimination. Meanwhile, the music format Sing With Me, developed with IDTV, pairs aspiring singers with established artists for live duets.
Timeline
Sing With Me launches on SBS6 on November 7, 2026.
The Golden Elevators is scheduled to air in the Netherlands in Q1 2027.
Industry Dynamics
These latest format acquisitions follow the established pattern of international studios exporting localized game show intellectual property to major broadcasters. The strategy allows networks to minimize development risk by utilizing proven gameplay mechanics in their home territories.
Viewers in the Netherlands can watch the premiere of Sing With Me on SBS6 starting in November. Audiences in other regions should monitor local network schedules as international adaptations of these formats roll out throughout 2027.
The takeaway
Television networks continue to prioritize game show formats that feature high-stakes elimination rounds or musical celebrity pairings. These shows are designed for rapid international adaptation to meet the appetite for consistent, broad-appeal content.
Further reading
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