Red Arrow sold Vienna Blood to PBS

Red Arrow Studios International has sold Vienna Blood to PBS in the US. The thrilling six-part crime drama, written by acclaimed screenwriter Steve Thompson, is based on the best-selling Liebermann novels by Frank Tallis.

The series is produced by Endor Productions, a Red Arrow Studios company, and MR Film for Germany’s ZDF and Austria’s ORF. Red Arrow Studios International has led the co-financing of the series, and is the international distributor.

Maria Bruno Ruiz, VP of Program Scheduling at PBS said: “At PBS, we love bringing dramas, rich in texture and intrigue, to our audiences, and we’re delighted to add this series to our line-up. Vienna Blood is a compelling whodunit that captivated us from the start. Our viewers will find themselves transported to turn-of-the-century Vienna, working to uncover the mystery alongside Max Liebermann and Oskar Rheinhardt, at a time when conventional thinking is being challenged and new discoveries are being made. We think that Vienna Blood will become a new audience favorite.”

Bo Stehmeier, president, Red Arrow Studios International added: “We are delighted that PBS has acquired this bold and ambitious drama, which is starting to build momentum with buyers around the world, including in the UK. We are sure US viewers will be captivated by the gripping storylines, compelling cast and sumptuous backdrop of Vienna.”

Shirley Bowers, VP Sales & Acquisitions, North America, Australia and New Zealand brokered the deal with PBS, who will air the series in early 2020 on PBS, the PBS Masterpiece Prime Video Channel, and Passport.