Amazon Secured Secret Service Miniseries Rights
The five-part adaptation of Tom Bradby's novel will stream on MGM+ in several international markets.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Television
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In August 2026, Amazon finalized an agreement to acquire the international streaming rights for the British miniseries Secret Service. The production is scheduled to debut on the MGM+ platform by the end of 2026.
Why it matters
The deal expands the footprint of the thriller series beyond its initial United Kingdom broadcast. It secures access for audiences across the United States, Canada, Latin America, and Italy.
The miniseries consists of 5 parts with a total runtime of 4 hours. It was previously broadcast in the United Kingdom.
The players
Gemma Arterton
She is a British actress known for her roles in major film productions and television dramas.
Rafe Spall
He is an English actor who has appeared in numerous stage and screen projects.
Alex Kingston
She is an actress recognized for her extensive work in international television and theater.
Tom Bradby
He is the novelist and screenwriter responsible for the original source material and the adaptation of Secret Service.
MGM+
This is a premium streaming service that will distribute the series in various international markets.
The details
Adapted from a novel by Tom Bradby, the series features performances by Gemma Arterton, Rafe Spall, and Alex Kingston. The screen adaptation was written by Tom Bradby and Jemma Kennedy.
Timeline
April 27, 2026: The series began its original broadcast run on ITV in the United Kingdom.
May 5, 2026: The series concluded its run on ITV in the United Kingdom.
August 2026: Amazon secured the international streaming rights for the production.
Late 2026: The series is expected to be released on the MGM+ platform.
Industry Dynamics
The acquisition aligns with the broader strategy of major streaming platforms to leverage established international productions for global distribution. It follows the pattern set by the MGM+ streaming platform's content acquisition model to build out its library with foreign-produced thriller titles.
Viewers in the United States, Canada, Latin America, and Italy will be able to stream the four-hour series on MGM+ later this year. This provides international access to a production that previously aired exclusively in the United Kingdom.
The takeaway
This acquisition highlights how regional television content is increasingly finding a global reach through premium streaming platforms. Potential viewers should monitor platform announcements to determine the exact launch window for their region.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by ScreenRant.
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