Production Funding for TV Series & TV Movies

We support the production of high-quality series and TV movies with a strong connection to North Rhine-Westphalia and potential for the national and international markets.

Is this funding right for me?

First, please check whether you meet the funding criteria. Production funding is intended for producers who wish to produce series or TV movies. International projects are also eligible for funding, provided a German co-producer is involved.

Funding Criteria for Series and TV Movies

Funding for TV series and TV movies of exceptional quality, with an international focus, or of particular interest to North Rhine-Westphalia.

  • Producers based in Germany

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

  • Quality, International Focus, or Relevance to North Rhine-Westphalia

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

  • Funding Rate and Loans

    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.

  • NRW Effect

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

  • Environmental Standards

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

  • Innovative Series Formats

    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.

  • Broadcaster Participation and Rights of Use

    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.

  • Missing Consultation

    A consultation is required before submitting an application.

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Application Documents

Go to the application portal →
  • Screenplay (for series: Episodes 1 and 2, as well as treatments for the remaining episodes)
  • Cover letter to the jury
  • Project description (for series: series bible)
  • Proof of acquisition of the film adaptation and exploitation rights to the source material, script, and title
  • Cast and crew list, including tax residency information and commitments
  • Cast and lead actor/actress list, including tax residency information and commitments
  • Company profile/filmography of the applicants
  • Director’s filmography
  • Budget with a breakdown of regional effects
  • Financing plan
  • Documentation of the financing components specified in the financing plan
  • Status Report on Financing
  • Breakdown of the producer’s contribution
  • Status report on exploitation strategies and evaluation options
  • The rights holder’s marketing concept
  • Recoupment plan
  • Shooting Schedule, Including Filming Locations
  • Extract from the commercial register
  • Statement confirming that this is a new project or details regarding other participating funding institutions and the current status
  • Self-declaration by management and production management regarding compliance with environmental standards
  • Preliminary CO₂ report
  • For documentary projects: if available, a link to the footage shot (max. 20 min.)

Schedule an appointment

A consultation is required before submitting an application.

For the consultation: Please send your appointment request via email, along with a one-page summary of the project and, for first-time contact, your resume and filmography, to the responsible program officer.

Contacts for Production Funding for Series & TV Movies

The Selection Process

The Film Funding Committee decides on the submitted projects.

About the Film Funding Committee →

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