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TEHRAN CONFIDENTIAL

An investigative documentary revealing how the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps operates as a powerful political and economic force in Iran, exercising extensive control that blends elements of authoritarianism, oligarchy, and militant influence.

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History Investigation & Politics

History Investigation & Politics

TEHRAN CONFIDENTIAL 2x52'

An investigative documentary revealing how the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps operates as a powerful political and economic force in Iran, exercising extensive control that blends elements of authoritarianism, oligarchy, and militant influence.

THE EGYPTIAN MUMMIES: IMMORTALITY UNWRAPPED 3x45' 90'

The discovery of a 2,500-year-old embalming laboratory - the oldest ever unearthed - promises to shed new light on mummification practices. The study of these rituals highlights the daily life and beliefs of Egyptian civilization, but above all, a total expertise and understanding of the virtues of plants and herbs.

Art & Culture History

Art & Culture History

MARILYN MONROE: THE RISE OF AN ICON 54'

In February 1954, Marilyn Monroe went on a tour in a Korea at war, to boost the morale of the American troops. Those 4 days would mark a decisive turn in her life and career.

FLUORESCENCE: NATURE’S SUPERPOWER 52' 4K

A 100% wildlife film, to discover our world’s fascinating, fluorescent flora and fauna.

THE SOUND AND THE FURY 4x52'

A captivating dive into the global conflict that shaped the world: WWII.

MADS MIKKELSEN, DEVIL IN THE FLESH 52'

He navigates between independent films and blockbusters, portrait of Hollywood’s favorite Villain.

Nature Social issues

Nature Social issues

SEA CHANGE: THE FUTURE OF FISHING 52' 4K

Blending historical perspective with today's artisanal and industrial fisheries, and ecological and animal concerns, we’ll decipher the workings of a global system that has never been so efficient as to be on the brink of collapse.

ERIK SATIE RELOADED 60'

Portrait of an enigmatic, tormented and eccentric composer, founder of minimalist music, for the 100th anniversary of his death on the 1st of July.

Life in Fluo 2x52' 2x43' 4K

A dive into the mesmerizing world of creatures endowed with a secret power: fluorescence.

ISABELLE HUPPERT - PERSONAL MESSAGE 52'

Considered one of the greatest actresses of all time, Isabelle Huppert recounts her 50-year career on the silver screen.

CHIRIBIQUETE: AMAZONIAN MEMORY AT STAKE 52' 90' 4K

A great archaeological adventure that leads to an unexpected discovery: Enigmatic cave paintings spread over hundreds of square meters of rock face, hidden from view for decades.

Human Stories Social issues

Human Stories Social issues

HIMALAYAN ROAD: A NEW FRONTIER 52' 85'

In the remote Himalayas, the villagers of Zanskar have turned from traditional herding to working on the massive road that will soon connect them to the rest of the world - but while the financial freedom is magnetic, many long for their simpler past.

THE TINY FOX 52' 4K

The amazing story of a lovable but fragile species, the "tiny fox", and its preservation on the island of Santa Cruz.

NEIL YOUNG, THE REASONS OF WRATH 52'

Portrait of a rock icon who, from the Vietnam war to ecological devastation, has made his indignation the driving force behind his music.

PHNOM PENH 1975: THE EMBASSY’S DILEMMA 52'

The forgotten story of the 3-week siege of the French embassy in Cambodia, under threat from the Khmer Rouge.

Investigation & Politics

Investigation & Politics

POPE FRANCIS' LAST BATTLES 52'

As Pope Francis has just passed away, this film reveals the dynamics at play at the top of the Catholic Church.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: SURVIVORS SPEAK UP 52'

Through the words of six young women who have been subjected to domestic abuse, this film unravels the pattern of intimate partner violence in the hope of raising awareness and chaging things for the better.

THE ROSENBERGS: ATOMIC SPIES 52'

The true story of a couple accused and sentenced to death for revealing the secrets of the atomic bomb to the USSR.

NAZI DIPLOMATS: DANCING WITH THE DEVIL 52'

An in-depth look at the lavish diplomatic circles of Nazi-Occupied France, revealing the mechanisms of a regime that, beyond terror and oppression, also operated through cooperation and seduction.

ALLIER: WILD RIVER 43' 4K

In the heart of France, discover the treasures of the Allier, one of Europe's last wild rivers, through the seasons.

Travel & Adventure

Travel & Adventure

A Taste of Tahiti 5x26'

A culinary adventure in French Polynesia, discovering new flavors and traditions through encounters with local chefs.

DALE: UNDERCOVER 4x35' 2x52' 4K

The incredible yet true story of Dale Sutherland, pastor, police officer and undercover cop who infiltrated DC’s drug trafficking rings by taking on fake identities, during the 1990s.

History Science

History Science

Viking Women, the Untold Saga 90' 52'

What was the life of Viking women? In Iceland, the discovery of a ship-tomb containing a woman’s grave tells us that they could in fact be as conquering as their spouses. This archaeological and scientific documentary reveals a complex society and draws a precise portrait of the women of the frozen lands.

UNMASKING THE KILLERS OF THE THIRD REICH 52'

A previously undiscovered photo album reveals unknown details about the radicalization of young men and their terrible contribution to the Nazi concentration camps.

MASHATU, LAND OF LEOPARDS 52' 4K

Will a mother leopard and her cubs survive the brutality of a harsh territory?

FRANCO: THE LAST INQUISITOR 1x52' 2x52'

In November 2025, Spain will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the end of Franco's dictatorship. El Caudillo died on November 20, 1975, after 39 years as head of state. An incredible longevity, a nightmare from which the now democratic Spain still bears the scars.

Autopsy of a misogynist crime: The Philétas Case 2x45' 45' 90'

Mickaël Philétas, a fitness trainer and YouTuber, was a jealous, possessive and violent man. In 2020, he stabbed his ex-girlfriend, Mélanie Ghione, 80 times to death. A bloody, premeditated femicide.

WETLANDS: EPHEMERAL SANCTUARIES 4x43’ 4x52’ 4K

Australia, Spain, Brazil and the USA, they all host treasures of biodiversity in perpetual movement: The seasonal wetlands.

AUSCHWITZ, VOICES OF SURVIVORS 5x45'

They come from all over Europe. There are 44 of them. All are Jewish. All have a number tattooed on their forearm. All were deported to Auschwitz. They tell us their story.

History Science

History Science

THE LOST TOMBS OF NOTRE-DAME 52' 60' 80' 4K

An extraordinary archaeological dig revealing mysterious sarcophagi buried under the world-famous cathedral.

The Boar Next Door 52' 4K

By following the destiny of a family of wild boars, this documentary takes a fresh look at our wild neighbor, who shows incredible adaptability to survive in a territory dominated by humans.

History Investigation & Politics

History Investigation & Politics

RAQQA: SHATTERED LIVES 52' 70'

Raqqa, the former self-proclaimed capital of the Islamic State caliphate from June 2014 and subsequently demolished by international coalition bombing, the Syrian city is still in ruins and its inhabitants abandoned to their fate.

HITLER'S JUNKIES 52'

How Hitler set up a veritable drug arms race, with the creation of a new substance supposed to give a feeling of invincibility: pervitin, otherwise known today as “crystal meth”.

THE TRUE STORY OF... 11x45'

Beyonce, Britney Spears, Kanye West… They are some of the world’s most popular personalities, grabbing headlines and captivating audiences. But what is their life like outside of the spotlights?

Investigation & Politics

Investigation & Politics

Red Shadow Over the White House 90' 52'

With Donald Trump back in the White House, the Russian grip on the American political right - through spies, semi-spies and agents of influence - is a pervasive reality, one that has never really been studied until now.

MURDER ON THE FRENCH RIVIERA 4x52'

Convicted over forty years after the fact of the murder of Agnès Le Roux, a wealthy heiress, Maurice Agnelet left behind him 8 hours of never-before-seen rushes in which he gives his version of events.

Automobile: Ride and Fall 3x52'

The frantic journey of the automobile industry, Is this race coming to an end?

HIGH (IN)FIDELITY 45'

What exactly is cheating? What crosses the line? And what can be considered a stable relationship nowadays? Through a series of heartfelt interviews, this film probes our conceptions of modern love while challenging the monogamous ideal.

Social issues Sport

Social issues Sport

SPORT: A GAME CHANGER 60'

Changing the perception of sport to change society - A world tour of initiatives that multiply the social potential of sport.

History Science

History Science

HUMANS BEFORE NEANDERTHALS 90' 52'

An unprecedented archaeological investigation taking us back up to 560,000 BC, following the footsteps of Neanderthal ancestors and the first people to populate Europe under extreme conditions: Tautavel Men.

NAZI CREATURES 52'

What role did animals play in the Third Reich? How did they become one of the main components of Nazi racial ideology, and a justification for the horrors of the Holocaust?

NORMANDY BETWEEN SKY AND SEA 52' 80'

An animal tale between sea and sky, on the Cap de Carteret, a cliff in Normandy with a sumptuous but fragile biodiversity, now reinvested by two once threatened species: the Peregrine Falcon and the Common Raven.

History Investigation & Politics

History Investigation & Politics

CARS: BREAKING DOWN THE MYTH 52'

From the 1973 oil crisis to "Dieselgate", this documentary traces 50 years of automotive history: how did this mythical invention come to encapsulate all the paradoxes of our civilization?

SAVING PLANTS: A BOTANICAL QUEST 52' 4K

A botanical expedition to the heart of one of the Earth’s biodiversity hotspots - New Caledonia - to find and save exceptional plants presumed extinct.

OFF TRAIL: WILD AND WISE 52'

How do you combine wildlife conservation and outdoor activities? This film looks at how to reconcile the practice of these activities with the protection of animals that have found refuge in the mountains and are trying to survive in this environment.

Animals: Drugs, Sex and Fun! 52' 4K

Playing games, doing drugs or having sex: what if animals do it just for fun?

UNDER THE DECKCHAIRS 52'

Oh, the Mediterranean! The sun, the sea, the beach... But under our towels lives a whole unsuspected world. These discreet animals adapt as best they can to our presence.

MEMORIES OF WWII 52'

Between 1939 and 1945, a handful of amateur filmmakers filmed their daily lives in Normandy. By bringing these exceptional archives out of oblivion, this documentary tells the story of war through a new lens, as close to those who lived through it.

YOUNG AND HOMELESS 52'

By following the daily lives of young homeless people over several months, this film sounds the alarm about the deep social and political crises facing France.

DOLORÈS MARAT: THROUGH HER LENS 70'

An immersion into the colorful, hazy, enigmatic world of a singular photographer.

Travel & Adventure

Travel & Adventure

FAIRYTALE CASTLES AND PALACES 13x45’

A series that takes us through the stately walls and magnificent rooms of the castles and palaces in Austria, and from Joglland to western and southern Styria to Slovenia and Burgenland - along this route we all are witnesses of history.

Nature Travel & Adventure

Nature Travel & Adventure

MOUNTAIN VILLAGES OF THE ALPS 24x45’ 10x25'

Austria’s mountain villages - small worlds in alpine seclusion. Often seemingly untouched by the changing times in their rustic appearance. But the lives of the people here have fundamentally changed over the past few decades.

House for sale! 16x52’ NEW-SEASON!

Classic, unusual, primary or secondary residences, follow buyers and sellers as they embark on a real estate project.

The ultimate ice mission 3x45' 60' 8x26' 2x90'

A thrilling delve into the glacial mechanics from the North Pole down to the South Pole.

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Investigation & Politics

Investigation & Politics

THE EUKRAINIAN 52' 90' 4K

Working in the corridors of power with Ukraine's young Minister for the EU and NATO in a film about ideals, diplomacy and international grand politics.

History Investigation & Politics

History Investigation & Politics

EUROPEAN NARCOS 2x52'

The rise of a multinational drug cartel in the heart of Europe.

KNUT, THE VIKING EMPEROR 4x52'

The fabulous epic of a power-hungry Viking king.

History Science

History Science

EGYPT'S ATLANTIS: TREASURES OF A SUNKEN CITY 90' 2x45'

An archaeological and scientific epic to unravel the fascinating mysteries of ancient Egypt's sunken city: Thonis-Heracleion.

History Megastructure

History Megastructure

BESIEGED FORTRESSES, LEGENDARY BATTLES - SEASON 3 4x52' 4K

The season 3 of this gripping series explores how fortresses redefined the art of warfare, thanks to AI generated scenes and with key experts.

Art & Culture History

Art & Culture History

SCANDAL IN THE SISTINE CHAPEL 52' 4K

How the Catholic Church covered Michelangelo's paintings.

ATOMIC LOVE: THE JOLIOT-CURIE STORY 6x26' 3x52'

The story of a genius couple who secretly created the French atomic bomb.

History Megastructure

History Megastructure

BABYLON: THE TOWER TO THE HEAVENS 52'

Uncover the architectural feat behind the mythical Tower of Babel.

History Science

History Science

THE SECRET LONGSHIP OF WILLIAM THE CONQUEROR 52'

Rebuilding William The Conqueror's lost flagship reveals thousand year old mysteries.

History Megastructure

History Megastructure

Caligula's Hidden Legacy 2x52'

New technology used on archaeological discoveries reveals the complex vision behind Emperor Caligula’s floating palaces and revolutionary architectural accomplishments, while forcing us to reconsider everything we’ve assumed about the infamous, despotic ruler.

Art & Culture Megastructure

Art & Culture Megastructure

SOUNDS OF WARSAW 43'

A sensory, immersive exploration through music of an exceptional yet little-known place that has defied time since the 18th century: Warsaw’s Palace on the Isle.

THE LEGEND OF THE DEVIL RAY 52' 4K

A team of scientists sets off on an expedition to the Mediterranean Sea to study and preserve a fascinating, little-known species now threatened with extinction.

History Investigation & Politics

History Investigation & Politics

KONKORDSKY, THE CRASH OF THE CENTURY 2x52'

June 3, 1973. A Tupolev 144 crashes in Goussainville. 14 dead. Behind the tragedy: a supersonic race - and the biggest Soviet spy operation ever carried out in Europe.

History Science

History Science

REBUILDING MOSUL 90' 52'

How do you rebuild an entire city? Step by step, we follow this titanic construction site which mobilizes Mosul's inhabitants and scientists from all over the world.

ARMY OF LOVERS, THE SACRED BAND OF ANCIENT GREECE 52' 90'

The saga of one of Antiquity's most fearsome army corps, made up of 150 pairs of male lovers.

Art & Culture History

Art & Culture History

WHO STOLE THE MONA LISA? 52' 70'

The incredible story of how the theft of the Mona Lisa in 1911 helped make it the world's most famous painting ever.

MARMOTS: WAR OF CLANS 52'

Who would suspect that the cuddly Alpine marmot is, in truth, a fierce warrior? A journey deep into the heart of the Alps, where generations of marmots have waged a relentless and merciless clan war!

QUINCY JONES, MUSIC MAN 52'

He’s the genius behind some of the greatest hits of the 20th century. He has just passed away at 91. He worked alongside legendary artists such as Michael Jackson, Ray Charles, Frank Sinatra, Stevie Wonder, Donna Summer or Steven Spielberg. Here is the story of a music industry icon.

THE NAZIS' CUT AND RUN 52'

After WWII, countless Nazi criminals managed to flee Europe, thanks to an escape system organized by the Vatican. We penetrate a dark, intricate network to understand how and why did the Church participated in this massive escape.

History Investigation & Politics

History Investigation & Politics

ISRAEL DEFENSE FORCES: A STATE WITHIN A STATE 52' 2x52' 110'

A rare incursion into the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), turned army of occupation with increasingly contested methods, to decipher its history, current and future challenges, at the core of a Middle East in the throes of explosion.

1946: TOKYO FILES 52'

Take a behind-the-scenes look at the Tokyo Trial, where international justice and geopolitical stakes clashed in the shadow of increasingly compromised global cooperation.

JAPANIMATION, 100 YEARS OF MASTERY 2x52’ 4x30’

A fascinating journey exploring 100 years of Japanimation, its history, its challenges, its backstage and its global cultural impact.

ALFRED NOBEL & BERTHA VON SUTTNER: THE PRICE OF PEACE 2x45' 90'

The unknown relationship of an emblematic duo, made of hope and faith.

AFTER THE HEAT: TRIASSIC DRAGONS 52' 4K

The discovery of a fossil tooth allows us to recreate a species of ichthyosaur that would be the largest animal ever to have lived on Earth: it serves as a starting point for a palaeontological investigation that reconstructs the anatomy and biology of these extinct Leviathans.

KRISTALLNACHT: THE NAZI FURY 2x52' 4K

On the night of 9-10 November 1938, a terrible wave of anti-Semitic violence broke out across the Reich. Euphemistically, it was known as "Kristallnacht". Yet it was the first pogrom in German history, and a prelude to the Holocaust...

Chasing Hydrogen 52' 4K

With recent discoveries of natural hydrogen deposits all over the world, the burning question is: can hydrogen be THE solution for the energy transition?

History Science

History Science

SULAWESI, A NEW ORIGIN STORY 52'

On the island of Sulawesi (Indonesia), archaeologists discovered a cave painting over 45,000 years old – the earliest figurative rock art ever found! Dive into an international archaeological investigation that is revolutionizing our knowledge of human evolution.

Destination Moon 2x50' 4K

It has been 50 years since man has stepped on the moon. Today, we are preparing to go back... But this time, to stay!

DOLORÈS MARAT: THROUGH HER LENS 70'

An immersion into the colorful, hazy, enigmatic world of a singular photographer.

XENOGRAFTS: THE FUTURE OF SCIENCE? 52' 4K

Faced with a lack of donors, science is now considering transplanting an animal organ into a human, a prowess already achieved in 2023 in the US, where a man received a heart from a genetically modified pig.

ONCE UPON A TIME: THE SCIENCE OF STORIES 52'

From cave paintings to Hollywood blockbusters and mythology, people have always told each other stories. But where does this passion come from? With international experts, we explore the little-known powers of storytelling, an art form that could be the very key to our humanity.

Terra Futura 2x45' 90' VR-Experience 4K

An anticipation of our planet’s ecosystem’s fate in 25 million, 250 million and 1 billion years.

Travel & Adventure

Travel & Adventure

GEORGIA: THE STONE SEEKERS 52'

Two young stonemasons embark on an extraordinary journey by bike through Georgia, known as the “pearl of the Caucasus” and cradle of the age-old relationship between man and stone.

ONCE ON A BLUE MOON - VR EXPERIENCE 20'

ONCE ON A BLUE MOON is a collective VR experience for a group of six simultaneous participants. With Moon, embark on a great lunar odyssey, to better look down on Earth.

MOONRISE - DOME EXPERIENCE 40' 8K

An uncommon immersive experience with unique 360° views of the different phases of an astronaut's training.

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SUMMER 2025 LINE-UP: WE MET WORLDSCREEN

During the markets and trade fairs taking place this summer (Sunny Side of the Doc and NATPE), we highlighted some of the ambitious projects in our new line-up in Worldscreen magazine!

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FOR THE 7TH TIME, ZED RANKS AMONG THE REALSCREEN's GLOBAL 100

For the 7th consecutive year, ZED is on the list of the world’s best non-fiction production companies! ZED is among the Copro Partners TOP 10 of REALSCREEN's Global 100.

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ZED LAUNCHES “KNUT, THE VIKING EMPEROR”, PRODUCED WITH AI

Dedicated to the story of the greatest conqueror of the Viking era, this 4-part docuseries will use the most advanced generative AI to reconstruct historical sequences. Produced by ZED for Histoire TV, SVT, ZDF Studios and Sky History, Knut, the Viking Emperor is scheduled for spring 2026, and first images will be unveiled at the upcoming Sunny Side of the Doc.

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“ONCE ON A BLUE MOON” Selected at NewImages Market

Our VR experience Once on a Blue Moon will be part of the upcoming NewImages Development Market! The production & distribution team will attend the event at Forum des images.
The pitch: 2030. After a half-century hiatus, expeditions to the Moon have resumed. By bringing together the major scientific milestones of the Artemis program, Lucy Bauer will reveal how much the Moon reminded her of her attachment to our planet Earth.

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