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22 May 2009

ENDEMOL WINS FIRST POLISH DRAMA COMMISSION

Endemol, a world leader in entertainment programming, today announced it has secured its first drama series commission in Poland.

Endemol Polska has been commissioned by TVN to produce Klub Szalonych Dziewic, a local version of Roses and Vodka Lime, the hit series that was produced by Endemol Netherlands and ran for six series on RTL then Talpa.

Casting has now begun for the Polish version of the drama, which tells the story of a longstanding friendship between four beautiful, talented and ambitious women immersed in modern city life.

Roses and Vodka Lime is being distributed worldwide by Endemol International and will be available as a scripted format at Discop 2009.

Ryszard Sibilski, Managing Director of Endemol Polska comments: "This is a superb drama that has everything going for it - wonderful characters and a compelling narrative that will appeal to a wide audience. It's already been a big hit in Holland and I have no doubt that Polish viewers will love it just as much."

Caroline Torrance, Director of Scripted Programming and Distribution at Endemol International adds: "We're delighted to have secured our first Polish drama commission with one of our proven hit series. We're continuing to globally expand our drama business and this commission represents another breakthrough in this genre."

Endemol is a leading drama producer in major territories such as Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, Australia and in Latin America.

Recent hits include The Successful Mr. and Mrs. Pells, which has so far been picked up in 13 countries having become Argentina's number one show and Dead Set, the BAFTA winning thriller which was one of the UK's most watched multi channel programmes. Most recently Endemol has secured a deal with Latin sensation Florencia Bertotti to produce the new family comedy drama Nini.

TVN is Poland's leading commercial free-to-air channel known for its high-quality entertainment and news programs. It has one of the most dynamic growth rates among European television channels. Since its launch in October 1997, TVN's audience share has grown continuously and today the channel is Poland's most valued television brand. TVN's success is based on its innovative entertainment formats, complemented by its own formats and local production capabilities, as well as its top rated movies and series from major Hollywood studios. TVN is part of ITI Media Group.