BBC Licensed Teen Series Blood Red From Globo
The broadcaster acquired the fantasy-adventure-thriller for streaming and television distribution in the United Kingdom.
Updated on Oct. 11, 2026 in Television
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Globo has licensed the teen fantasy-adventure-thriller series Blood Red - Under the Moonlight to the BBC. The program is set to be distributed through both BBC iPlayer and BBC Three.
Why it matters
This deal represents a strategic effort by Globo to expand the international footprint and global relevance of its diverse television portfolio. The partnership demonstrates the growing demand for Brazilian-produced content in foreign markets.
Globo has successfully scaled its content, previously reaching 100 countries with the Leyla adaptation and securing a 56% audience share for its Anything Goes remake. The studio utilizes expansive production sets, including a 140,000 square foot artificial lake.
The players
Globo
This major Brazilian media conglomerate develops and produces television content at its Estúdios Globo Rio complex.
BBC
This United Kingdom public service broadcaster operates platforms including BBC iPlayer and BBC Three.
Claudia Sardinha
She is a co-creator of the teen fantasy-adventure-thriller series Blood Red - Under the Moonlight.
Rosane Swartman
She is a co-creator of the teen fantasy-adventure-thriller series Blood Red - Under the Moonlight.
SIC
This Portuguese television network is an active partner in adapting and broadcasting Globo content.
The details
Created by Claudia Sardinha and Rosane Swartman, the series was filmed on location in the forest hills of Minas Gerais. The deal was highlighted alongside other international ventures, such as the production of a Greek adaptation of The Others for Alpha TV, during the 2026 Mipcom Showcase.
Timeline
June 2026: The Playoffs series premiered at SXSW London.
September 2026: SIC announced its adaptation of Brazil Avenue.
October 2026: Globo hosted its content showcase at Mipcom.
Industry Dynamics
This deal follows the pattern of international collaboration and export strategies highlighted at the Mipcom 2026 Showcase. The shift underscores a broader trend where international studios are increasingly prioritizing global syndication to compete in a saturated streaming market.
Viewers in the United Kingdom will be able to access the series through the BBC iPlayer digital service or via broadcasts on BBC Three. The acquisition broadens the international content available to British subscribers without requiring additional platform memberships.
The takeaway
The BBC acquisition reflects a successful push by Brazilian creators to reach wider global audiences. Fans of teen fantasy content can look forward to more international programming hitting local platforms as these global licensing partnerships continue to evolve.
What happens next
Globo is currently in development for a sequel project titled Brazil Avenue 2.
Further reading
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