ABC Commercial unveils new program slate for MIPCOM 2023​​

ABC Commercial is thrilled to release its new slate of Australian content for MIPCOM 2023, which includes premium scripted and unscripted programs plus new formats.

Leading the scripted slate is audience hit Mother and Son, a playful 8 x 30’ comedy series from Wooden Horse (The Clearing, Disney+) about ageing, changing family roles, and caring for someone you love – even when they’re driving you up the wall!

Planet Lulin (pictured above) is a coming-of-age sci-fi comedy for school-aged children and families that explores universal themes of self-discovery and belonging while navigating the cosmic shifts of growing up. The 10 x 30’ series will be broadcast on the ABC network in 2024.

Iconic personality Celeste Barber hosts tentpole factual entertainment program The Way We Wore, a vibrant exploration of the fashion industry, while the action-packed First Weapons explores the inherent knowledge, innovation, and science of Australia’s oldest and deadliest first weapons.

Trading Kelpies for Border Collies for its second series, smash hit Muster Dogs returns to share the uplifting journeys of five adorable pups as they are trained by graziers across the country. Dogs also take centre stage in heartwarming series and format New Leash on Life, which pairs pound dogs with people in need.

A strong factual slate includes documentaries The Dark Emu Story and Dolphins: Is Our Love Too Deep? plus groundbreaking science-based programs including Monsters or Medicine? and Dark Side of the Universe.

New formats include: WTFAQ, where curiosity and comedy meet as viewers’ weird and wonderful questions are answered by a crack team of reporters; and Gardening Australia Junior, which invites kids to get their hands dirty, and is packed full of tips, tricks and activities that can be adapted for all seasons and locations.

Karen Quinn, Manager: Content Sales, ABC Commercial said: “ABC Commercial is delighted to be presenting such a strong new slate of content at MIPCOM 2023. We’re proud to be representing some of Australia’s best storytellers and content makers at the market and look forward to creating new opportunities for their work to be enjoyed around the world.”

See the ABC Commercial New Programs slate here：

https://www.abc.net.au/contentsales/explore/mipcom-2023-new-childrens-programs/102842778

The ABC Commercial stand will be in new location P-1.E91 at MIPCOM 2023.

About ABC Commercial

ABC Commercial is responsible for taking the Australian Broadcasting Corporation’s screen content, services and brands to the Australian and international marketplace. From our full suite of digital services and traditional businesses, ABC Commercial extends the global reach of the ABC’s bold, compelling and entertaining content across territories and platforms. All revenue generated from our activities is reinvested into the production of the ABC’s high-quality content.