SHOOTING BEGINS FOR ZED’S NEW IN-HOUSE PRODUCTION NORMANDY: LAND OF WARRIORS ORIGINAL SERIES COMMISSIONED BY CURIOSITY

ZED is currently shooting a 3-part original series on the stunning rise and fall of the Duchy of Normandy. Normandy: Land of Warriors is being produced for Curiosity, the leading global factual media and entertainment company, in association with Histoire TV (TF1 Group).

From the Viking invasions to  the great sieges of  Richard the Lionheart, this series will tell the story of how Normandy became one of the most powerful kingdoms in  Europe  in  the  12th century, before it suddenly collapsed.

An incredible military epic told through spectacular CGI, evocative scenes, modern infographics and exceptional testimonies of international experts. 3 centuries of heroes, battles, fortresses and strategies, where the construction genius of revolutionary medieval architects will oppose  the ardor of impetuous warlords.

Episode 1: The Conquest Episode 2: The Glory Episode 3: The Fall

Directed by Juliette Desbois, this 3×52’ series shot in 4K is scheduled for completion in October 2022 and is already available for presales. The Curiosity original series is coming to CuriosityStream in late 2022 and will be broadcast in France on Histoire TV between the end of 2022 and the beginning of 2023.

Manuel Catteau, ZED’s president: “Normandy: Land of Warriors is an incredible saga about a dynasty of conquerors –  from  Rollo the  Walker to  Richard the  Lionheart and  William the  Conqueror –  who made Normandy the most powerful duchy in  Europe  in  300  years.  It’s  a  never  told,  epic  tale  deeply rooted in medieval European history, told through the narrative style of fiction.”

John Cavanagh, Executive Producer for Curiosity: “This is the true story that became a legend about Viking warriors that dominated France, conquered England, led Crusaders to the Holy Land –  and then lost a mighty kingdom. In just three centuries,  the  Normans  completely  changed  Western civilization. Norse heroes, knights-in-armor, clashing swords, and palace intrigue – it’s an epic  saga Curiosity viewers will love.”

For Christophe Sommet, Director of Histoire TV (TF1 Group): “We’re thrilled to join this ambitious project. By  highlighting a  new story with current narrative codes, this documentary series fits perfectly into the editorial ambition of  our channel: to  learn, understand and surprise. It  is  the perfect example      of what we strive to offer our ever-growing audience: premium content with strong stories and unique  perspectives.”