FremantleMedia International wins top BBC slot with Serena

FremantleMedia International wins top BBC slot with Serena

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MUMBAI: Launching on BBC2 on Sunday 3 July at 10:30pm, Serena reaches beyond the sports world to provide an unfiltered glimpse into the life of one of the greatest sports icons of this generation during her historic 2015 - 2016 season.

Produced by Film45, the 1 x 120 documentary is executively produced by the award-winning Peter Berg (Lone Survivor,Friday Night Lights), directed by Ryan White (Good Ol’ Freda, Case Against 8) and distributed globally by FremantleMedia International.

Jamie Lynn, Executive Vice President, Head of Sales and Distribution, EMEA, FremantleMedia International said, “With Wimbledon in full swing, Serena offers the BBC2 viewers and tennis fans a never-before-seen look into the life of one of the greatest athletes of our time. The documentary perfectly captures Serena’s strength and dedication for the sport, as well as an intimate look into the uncompromising pressures that come with being the best.”