TV and online content Documentary projects
Supports cross-border European partnerships to develop and produce innovative, high-quality documentaries for TV and online platforms with broad international reach.
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Funder: European Commission
Due Dates: December 3, 2025 | May 7, 2026
Funding Amounts: €1,760,000 total budget for this topic; individual project grants from €70,000 up to €2,000,000 (lump sum, based on production budget)
Summary: Supports European audiovisual producers in developing and producing high-quality, innovative documentary projects for TV/online platforms with strong cross-border collaboration and distribution potential.
Key Information: Minimum project duration 50 minutes; at least two broadcasters from different MEDIA Strand countries required.
Description
This funding opportunity, under the Creative Europe MEDIA Strand, supports the development and production of creative documentary projects intended for television and online distribution. The aim is to boost the circulation of high-quality European works both within Europe and internationally, encourage cross-border collaboration among independent producers, broadcasters, digital platforms, and sales agents, and foster innovative content and financing models. Projects should demonstrate strong partnerships between organizations from different MEDIA Strand countries, high creative and artistic value, and a clear potential for broad international distribution. Applicants must also outline strategies for sustainability, environmental responsibility, gender balance, inclusion, and diversity.
