Festival | Programme

Free entrance, open to the public within the limit of available seats. Opening at 17h30, and doors close at 18:40.

The 64th Monte-Carlo Television Festival will open at the Grimaldi Forum, with the prestigious Opening Ceremony.

An exceptional Red Carpet with international stars - actors, directors and producers - of the most popular series worldwide followed by the Ceremony with the Golden Nymph Awards Jury presentation.

The opening ceremony will be presented by journalist Genie Godula.

Treat yourself to an exceptional evening as you enter the world of the Festival. In an elegant setting with exclusive privileges, our VIP Passes allow you to share a unique moment with your guests—whether they are friends, colleagues, clients, or prospects—while mingling with the Festival's celebrities.

Private Party by invitation only

Following the Opening Ceremony, the adventure continues for all invited talents of the Monte-Carlo Television Festival with the Love Boat After Party.
An exceptional event with a romantic and glamorous flair, offering a chic and festive atmosphere.

The Love Boat theme brings a festive vibe, with elegant decor inspired by the finest cruises, blending sophistication with a relaxed atmosphere, all set to carefully curated music designed to keep guests dancing all night long.
A magical evening, designed to make the Love Boat After Party a unique moment of celebration and connection. A sparkling start to the 64th edition of the Festival—on the shimmering waves of Monaco.

Treat yourself to an exceptional evening as you enter the world of the Festival. . In an elegant setting with exclusive privileges, our VIP Passes allow you to share a unique moment with your guests—whether they are friends, colleagues, clients, or prospects—while mingling with the Festival's celebrities.

Limited places!

The stars of Demain Nous Appartient are coming to the Fan Zone!
Meet the heroes of your favorite TF1 daily series for an unforgettable autograph session in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere!

One last talent will be confirmed very soon!

Exclusive Premiere

To celebrate the launch of M6's new daily series, enjoy a special moment with Vincent Desagnat, Helena Noguerra, Mhamed Arezki, Jean-Baptiste Maunier, and Marion Aymé.
Join them for an exclusive Behind the Scenes experience filled with never-before-heard stories, laughter, and as a bonus, a sneak peek at the very first episode!

A unique deep dive into the world of the series... which just might become your new favorite daily TV!

INTERNATIONAL PREMIERE - Original version with French subtitles

Sphere Media production (Canada)

Twenty-five-year-old Stéphanie's life is overturned when a compromising video of her mother goes viral. Stéphanie believes the video, which wrecked her mother's political career and hurt her influential family, is a fake - despite expert consensus that it's genuine. But who created the deepfake, and why?

Though it goes against everything in her character, Stéphanie gets hired under a false identity by a start-up that she suspects of having the tech know-how to create undetectable deepfakes. Drawn into a dangerous conspiracy with international repercussions, Stéphanie discovers that the truth isn't what she thought, and that perfect lies come at a high price.

The discussion will be moderated by France 24 journalist, Dheepthika Laurent.

Limited places!

Scènes de Ménages is celebrating its 15th anniversary!
To mark this special occasion, come meet some of the show's beloved stars: Majid Berhila and Elodie Poux (aka Sofiane and Alice), along with Amélie Etasse and Grégoire Bonnet (aka Camille and Philippe).

Join us for an exceptional Meet-Up during the Festival: laughter, behind-the-scenes memories, and heartfelt moments with the cast promise a great time for everyone!
A warm and friendly event not to be missed by any fan of the series.

This event will be followed by a signing session.

Pack fans, get ready for an unforgettable event!
Join Tyler Hoechlin, Tyler Posey, Holland Roden, and Charlie & Max Carver, aka Derek, Scott, Lydia, Ethan, and Aiden, for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the series.

On the agenda: never-seen-before Behind the Scenes followed by an autograph session!

A moment full of nostalgia, emotion, and laughter... Ready to dive back into your favorite cult series?

The discussion will be moderated by France 24 journalist, Genie Godula.

Join the Monte-Carlo Television Festival's Managing Director, Laurent Puons, who will welcome speakers and attendees and share what's in store for the 2025 Business Content programme at the 64th Monte-Carlo Television Festival.

Public Broadcasting Service (PBS), still attracts considerable audiences around the globe, delivering reliable unbiased reporting in a world of increasing "fake news", alongside risk taking drama and factual programming. With funding constantly under review, how will PBS channels survive and navigate their way in an ever-changing broadcast landscape amongst their more commercial competitors?

Marketing, Publicists and PR can take series to a new level or fight fires when things go wrong. How and why do TV producers and shows need PR, how does PR work with the press to ensure coverage providing them with what they want and need to generate interest. Are you investing enough if you're series is failing? In an era of social media, do producers even need press and PR? Join our expert lineup of international PR and marketeers to get the inside track.

INTERNATIONAL PREMIERE - Original version with French subtitles

World Productions (United-Kingdom)

A factual drama based on the real events surrounding the 1988 Lockerbie bombing and the joint Scots-US investigation which sought to bring the perpetrators to justice. On 21 December 1988, flight Pan Am 103 was en route from Heathrow to JFK when a bomb exploded in its hold over the small Scottish town of Lockerbie, killing 270 people, including 43 British citizens and 190 Americans. It was the worst ever terror attack on British soil and the first major one on US citizens.

Lockerbie will focus on the investigation into the crash on both sides of the Atlantic and the devastating effect it had on the small town and the families who lost loved ones. From the initial exhaustive search for evidence on the ground in Scotland, via the US and Malta to the trial at Camp Zeist in 2000, the drama takes us right up to the most recent indictment at the end of 2022.

The discussion will be moderated by France 24 journalist, Genie Godula.

The entertainment industry is rapidly evolving with the integration of artificial intelligence (AI). Staying up to speed with the latest AI advancements is crucial for professionals in this field. AI offers new opportunities for content creation, personalization, and audience engagement, revolutionizing the way entertainment is produced and consumed. However, it also presents challenges such as ethical concerns, job displacement, and the need for new skill sets. Embracing AI in entertainment requires a deep understanding of its capabilities and limitations. Navigating this landscape demands a balance between innovation and responsibility, ensuring that AI enhances, rather than replaces, the human creativity and connection at the heart of entertainment.

Mix and Mingle with speakers and session attendees over a glass of wine and canapés.

Private Party by invitation only

Under the starry skies of the Principality of Monaco, an exceptional evening, infused with the elegance, glamour, and vibrant energy of the Monte-Carlo Television Festival...

This exclusive gathering, reserved for VIP guests, offers a truly unique experience in an idyllic setting, where golden sands meet the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean.
International stars, television industry professionals, and influential personalities will come together for a festive night where atmosphere meets enchanting music, refined cocktails, and lively conversation.

This evening is more than just an event. It's a celebration of talent and creativity. A standout moment where Joey Starr will host an exclusive tasting of Carnival, his signature rum brand.
Facing an impressive Caribbean food buffet and a full lineup of Lumia pre-mixed cocktails, DJ Naughty will set the rhythm for the night—alongside the actor, singer songwriter, and member of the Golden Nymph pre-selection committee, known to all as Le Jaguarr.

To the sound of the waves and the beat of the music, Festival guests will share unforgettable and truly magical moments.

Limited places!

The sun will shine once again on the Festival's FAN ZONE!

Meet the iconic faces of your favorite France TV daily drama!
Nadia Fossier, Catherine Wilkening, Benjamin Bourgois, and Yvon Back, aka Alix, Claudine, Alex, and Clément, are leaving Montpellier for Monaco for a special autograph session.

INTERNATIONAL PREMIERE - Original version with English subtitles

A production Viaplay Content Distribution (Sweden)

At 35, Jan Stenbeck appears to have it all: a prestigious career at Morgan Stanley, a glamorous life in New York, and a budding romance with American socialite Merrill McCloud. But when tragedy strikes his family in Sweden, he is thrust into a leadership role at Kinnevik, the family's industrial group. What follows is a high-stakes battle between tradition and innovation, as Jan's visionary ideas clash with his siblings' conservative approach.

His relentless pursuit of success leads to groundbreaking ventures in media and telecom, including breaking Sweden's telephone monopoly and launching TV3. His bold moves not only reshape Sweden's media landscape but also influence global players like Vodafone and Rupert Murdoch's Sky TV. However, his meteoric rise comes at a cost.

Haunted by loneliness and strained family ties, Jan's life is as tumultuous as it is transformative.

The discussion will be moderated by France 24 journalist, Dheepthika Laurent.

With an ever-growing number of platforms offering more and more content, audiences are becoming overwhelmed and struggling to find material that truly aligns with their interests. What are the latest trends, and how can effective editorial strategies be developed? AI is introducing new ways to better describe content and match it with increasingly segmented and demanding audiences. Is content discoverability the new key challenge for platforms?

INTERNATIONAL PREMIERE - Original version with French subtitles

RAI production (Italy)

Little Giuseppe Faiella began his career in 1943, when he was only four years old, playing for American soldiers on duty in Capri. The son of a family of quartet players, Giuseppe followed his instincts and, as soon as he was a teenager, left the island to pursue his great dream: music. Gifted with the absolute pitch and a very strong intuition for innovation and the search for new sounds, he achieved his first great success thanks to his victory in the Rai program Primo Applauso. Fame arrived shortly after, and the 1950s marked the beginning of a great career for him under the stage name "Peppino di Capri".

In the 1960s Peppino meets a young and enterprising model, Roberta, his first love who accompanies him during the years of his artistic consecration. His relationship with his wife has highs and lows, almost paralleling the changes of the late 1960s era, when singer-songwriters and their political commitment put aside the excitement of the twist. The intense and turbulent love life with Roberta finally dies out when Peppino's career seems to have reached the end of the line: his record producers want new things and almost boycott him, and for the first time Peppino seems to have lost touch with the public and with himself.

In this moment Peppino, amidst difficulties, finds the strenght to stand up again. Thanks to the support of Bebè, his best friend and longtime drummer, and thanks to his new love for Giuliana, a biologist that has nothing to do with show business, and thanks to a well-earned maturity, Peppino founds his own record company and, after hiring Franco Califano to compose Un grande amore e niente più, goes on to win the Sanremo Festival for the first time in 1973.

The discussion will be moderated by France 24 journalist, Dheepthika Laurent.

This expert panel will discuss the art of documentary storytelling from the creative process to production formats and use of technology including AI tools with use cases to illustrate this form of filmmaking.

In Monaco, you don't need to be a star to get pampered!

Need a quick beauty touch-up after a busy day?

Our official makeup partner, SLA Paris, is back this year to treat you to some glam!

Book your time slot now and download your e-ticket for a guaranteed moment of glamour.

Join this vibrant panel of influential and creative women who have made their mark in the world of television and entertainment and the opportunities and challenges that comes along the way.

Mix and Mingle with speakers and session attendees over a glass of wine and canapés.

Limited places!

The Bold... and a Crossover
A one-of-a-kind event only the Festival can bring to life. Dive into the glamorous worlds of The Bold and the Beautiful and The Young and the Restless during a special gathering of stars from these two iconic soaps that have captivated audiences for decades!

Meet them in person for an unforgettable autograph session.

WORLD PREMIERE

Videovision Entertainment / Distant Horizon production (South-Africa)

"Don't Give Up" tells the touching story of a young homeless mother, struggling to survive in the harsh environment of modern day Johannesburg.
The film marks the screen debut of Thobani Khubeka and Sibonelo Xulu, who were discovered while performing with a Zulu cultural group in Durban.

The discussion will be moderated by France 24 journalist, Dheepthika Laurent.

INTERNATIONAL PREMIERE - Original version with French subtitles

Windlight Pictures production (Germany & Austria)

A catastrophic road accident links and transforms six very different storylines in this gripping crime thriller that reveals how deeply our lives are interconnected. When a bus crashes on a busy urban highway, leaving a trail of destruction behind, it sparks a high-stakes and complex investigation as detectives work to uncover what really happened. But the crash also profoundly impacts numerous lives that appear, at first, to be unrelated.

According to research, 113 people are affected when someone dies in an accident - the victim's loved ones, survivors, first responders, witnesses, and many more.
In *One Hundred and Thirteen*, we witness how these seemingly disconnected narratives unfold and intertwine before, during, and after the crash.

As shocking revelations, impossible choices, and unimaginable consequences come to light, even the smallest interactions between characters begin to shape their destinies. Each storyline adds a crucial piece to the puzzle. And once the full picture emerges... was this tragedy truly a random chain of events?

The discussion will be moderated by France 24 journalist, Dheepthika Laurent.

This is a unique opportunity for film students and young creators to join an exclusive afternoon Masterclass with Emmy and Peabody Award winning Executive Producer, storyteller and Tell Me a Story Pitch Contest collaborator, Tom Jennings and 1895 Films. Join Tom for a deep dive into the art of factual (non-fiction) storytelling gaining exclusive insights from the Maestro himself on developing a storyline, the art of filmmaking in the factual genre and how to commercialize your creation! A not to be missed complimentary add-on to the Student Pass Pro.

Exclusive Premiere

As the first day of qualifiers for the International Women's Tennis Tournament of Paris is about to begin, technical director Vincent Betti discovers the lifeless body of Manon Picard, the French tennis sensation of the year, on a clay court. Just as he is about to alert the police, Vincent is struck from behind and knocked unconscious. The investigation is assigned to Romain Fabiot, an experienced police captain and avid tennis fan. With Vincent's help, Romain delves into the world of professional tennis in search of the killer. Together, they form a remarkably effective team. The theory of a rivalry-driven vendetta gradually emerges. Manon was on the verge of becoming the new face of Westrun, the tournament's largest sponsor—her death suddenly leaves that spot vacant. Moreover, the entourages of her rivals prove to be ruthless, with some seemingly willing to do anything to ensure their children make it as professionals. But Romain becomes convinced that the motive behind Manon's death is even more complex. The investigation takes a darker turn when he discovers that Vincent has been lying to him and withholding key information. Suspicion deepens—could Vincent be complicit in the murder? A tense psychological duel unfolds between the two men. To get to the truth, Romain must force Vincent to confront and reveal his most closely guarded secrets... but their confrontation will tragically lead to another victim.

To mark the 100th anniversary of Swiss fashion house AKRIS, filmmaker Reiner Holzemer traces the remarkable journey of one of the last family-run luxury brands. Founded in 1922 by Alice Kriemler-Schoch and now led by her grandsons Albert and Peter Kriemler, the film spans from humble beginnings to the international spotlight of Paris Fashion Week.

Offering exclusive behind-the-scenes insights - from the atelier
in St. Gallen to a fitting with Princess Charlène - the documentary explores the creativity, heritage, and innovative spirit of the fashion house. Featuring
collaborations with artists and architects such as Imi Knoebel, Thomas Ruff, David Chipperfield and Sou Fujimoto, it is both an intimate family portrait and a captivating reflection on fashion as a form of art and legacy.

A discussion with the speakers will take place before the screening. It will be moderated by Genie Godula, journalist at France 24.

In this panel, a group of leading television executives will discuss their travel plans as they reveal the places they consider utilising as locations for filming their latest or upcoming series - and offer insight and advice relating to the various tax breaks and incentives numerous countries and territories can offer to help supercharge a production's budget.

WORLD PREMIERE - Original version with French subtitles

ZDF German Television production (Germany)

14.09.1958: Chancellor Konrad Adenauer and Prime Minister Charles de Gaulle meet for the first time in Colombey-les-Deux-Églises. The encounter of the two charismatic statesmen is fraught with tensions but will mark the birth of the German-French friendship as well as the European unification movement.

At the time, General Charles de Gaulle, a passionate soldier, is the newly appointed prime minister of France, a country that is in the middle of a serious constitutional crisis with the threat of a military coup. Konrad Adenauer, a devout Catholic, has been the head of government of a divided country for almost ten years by then.

Germany is struggling with a fragile political status and, even 13 years after the end of the war, does not have its own sovereignty. Directly positioned within the Iron Curtain, it could become a nuclear battlefield in a potential third world war.

The discussion will be moderated by France 24 journalist, Dheepthika Laurent.

Join this headline session with David W. Zucker, Chief Creative Officer, Scott Free and Executive Producer of the Ridley Scott pilot-directed crime drama Dope Thief (Apple) and the summer release ALIEN: EARTH (FX) and international TV professional and Executive Producer for Amazon MGM Studios, Rola Bauer.

They will share insight and discuss their pioneering partnership on international co-productions, such as THE PILLARS OF THE EARTH (Starz/Channel 4), THE COMPANY (TNT) and LABYRINTH (Channel 4), on through their current collaboration with writer Michael Hirst (VIKINGS) for the Amazon MGM Studios limited series, POMPEII: A DAY OF FIRE. Not to be missed!

Tell Me a Story, aims to uncover unique, passionate, and compelling non-fiction (factual) story ideas offering untold narratives from a new generation of film creators. Join selected storyteller finalists who will showcase their original and non-commercial creations in the this quick-fire pitch session. Each presenter will have a maximum of five (5) minutes to pitch, plus a short Q&A time to impress the audience and expert Jury of international television and media executives.
The overall winner will benefit from several exclusive prizes including support from 1895 Films to develop their winning storyline, produce a sizzle reel and introductions to potential buyers, plus tickets for two (2) people to attend the prestigious Golden Nymph Awards Ceremony and Gala Evening at the Festival

Mix and Mingle with speakers and session attendees over a glass of wine and canapés.

Private Party by invitation only

Last year, the Monte-Carlo Television Festival hosted the charitable event La Soirée des 100 Stars, organized by the renowned Make-A-Wish International charity. This initiative helped raise funds to
grant the most heartfelt wishes of children battling serious illnesses, exceeding all expectations.

Building on the success of their first collaboration, the partnership between the two organizations will be renewed this year during the Soirée des Nommés.
An evening designed to create moments of joy, sharing, and inspiration, while generating crucial support to fulfill the wishes of suffering children.

A massive disco ball, setting the tone for a chic disco event ! Retro-illuminated graphic archways with LED neon lights will welcome guests, who will be able to dance across the water.
A festive reception in vibrant pop colors—a dream setting to make wishes come true and fulfill the wishes of children with serious illnesses.

Free entrance, open to the public within the limit of available seats. Doors close at 18:40.

The Golden Nymphs competition - featuring the best in TV programming from around the world, will reveal the 2025 winners at the Golden Nymph Awards Ceremony, ending the 64th Monte-Carlo Télévision Festival edition.

The ceremony will be hosted by singer, actress, and TV Host Shy'm, alongside actor Ricky Whittle.

Evening gowns and tuxedos will light up the red carpet offering the public and the press unforgettable photo-calls.

Want to enjoy this event as a VIP and live a unique experience, discover the VIP pass!

Private Party by invitation only.

As every year, the grand finale of the Monte-Carlo Television Festival will unfold in the stunning Salle des Étoiles at the Monte-Carlo Sporting Club. A gala dinner for all Festival guests, each elegantly dressed. A true dive into the world of luxury and elegance.

The magnificent Salle des Étoiles offers an exceptional setting, where every detail inspires a unique experience. In this enchanting décor, it will be time to relive the most beautiful moments of this 64th edition, in a clip where every talent will be featured. A final, exceptional evening in a sophisticated, modern, and refined atmosphere, where the emotions of each guest will take center stage in this space filled with magic.

The program includes grandiose performances, artistic displays, and DJ entertainment for all guests, rounding off the international event in beauty and music.

Treat yourself to an exceptional evening as you enter the world of the Festival. . In an elegant setting with exclusive privileges, our VIP Passes allow you to share a unique moment with your guests—whether they are friends, colleagues, clients, or prospects—while mingling with the Festival's celebrities.