Streaming Services Expand Tall Tales and Murder Reach
International distributors have secured rights for the series as production begins on the show's second season.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Television
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Streaming platforms have acquired international distribution rights for the television series Tall Tales and Murder. The production team has also officially started development for the show's second season.
Why it matters
The acquisition expands the global footprint of the series beyond its initial home markets in Ireland and Northern Ireland. Securing multi-territory distribution deals highlights the growing interest in adaptations of the Dublin Trilogy books.
The production secured a two-season order based on the 9-book Dublin Trilogy series by Caimh McDonnell. Filmin and Picbox have joined a distribution roster that already includes SBS in Australia and ZDF in Germany.
The players
Caimh McDonnell
He is the author of the Dublin Trilogy book series upon which the television production is based.
RTÉ
This is the national public service media organization of Ireland that serves as a primary broadcaster for the series.
BBC One Northern Ireland
This regional branch of the British public broadcaster functions as a key production partner and home network for the show.
The details
The series, which premiered in September 2026, is a collaborative effort involving BBC Northern Ireland, RTÉ, Screen Ireland, Avalon, and Metropolitan Pictures. International rights were picked up by Filmin for Spain and Portugal, and Picbox for Central and Eastern Europe.
Timeline
The series premiered on RTÉ and BBC One Northern Ireland in September 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The international rollout of Tall Tales and Murder reflects the ongoing strategy of leveraging established literary properties to capture cross-border streaming audiences. By securing diverse regional distributors, production partners are maximizing the reach of local content in a global market.
Viewers in newly acquired territories like Spain, Portugal, and Central Europe will gain legal streaming access to the series through local platforms. Fans in the UK can expect the show to become available on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
The takeaway
The series demonstrates how regional production partnerships can successfully transition into international streaming hits. Viewers interested in the show should check local listings to see which specific platform carries the series in their region.
Further reading
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