Production Funding for Series & TV Movies

Producers with their company headquarters in Germany are eligible to apply.

Applicants must demonstrate exceptional production quality, international co-production or distribution, or a particular interest in North Rhine-Westphalia.

Up to 30%, or 50% in exceptional cases, as a conditionally repayable loan. For international co-productions, a maximum of 50% of the German costs.

At least 1.5 times the amount of funding granted must be spent in North Rhine-Westphalia.

The ecological standards must be complied with. A self-declaration and a preliminary CO₂ report must be submitted.

Non-linear formats with episodes up to 30 minutes each and a total runtime of at least 60 minutes are eligible for funding of up to 300,000 euros.

If the broadcaster’s contribution amounts to 55–65% of the German production costs, an initial usage period of 7 years must generally be agreed upon.

A consultation is required before submitting an application.