DOC + FACTUAL Pitch

The DOC + FACTUAL Pitch is a unique pitching competition highlighting new Doc & Factual TV projects with a high potential for commissioning and multiplatform extension.  

Dedicated to creators and producers seeking financing for projects in development, the competition offers high visibility in front of a jury of leading decision makers from the global Doc & Factual Content Industry.

2026 Winner DOC + FACTUAL PITCH

Lennon Island: Utopia Lost

Gary Lennon - Produced by: Gambit Pictures

Thank you to the Jury, our Moderator, and to all finalists for outstanding projects and memorable pitches.

Awarded at: MIP LONDON — Live pitch, 22 February

2026 Finalists of the DOC + FACTUAL Pitch

GREAT WALL MYSTERY (W.T)

Blink Films & PBS Distribution
UNITED KINGDOM & UNITED STATES
History - Civilization    

New discoveries reveal the Great Wall of China was far more than a barrier: it was the world’s first vast command-and-control system. Through forensic archaeology, explosive weapons, secret forts, and rapid-fire signals, this film uncovers how the Wall powered empire, trade, and war.

GREENLAND - THE ISLAND EVERYONE WANTS

Picasso Film s.r.o.
CZECH REPUBLIC
Current Affairs - Investigation 

As Greenland’s ice melts, a buried Cold War nuclear base resurfaces — and so does a new global power struggle. With Donald Trump reviving territorial claims, China expanding Arctic ambitions, and Russia militarising the north, Greenland becomes the front line of 21st-century geopolitics.

WEDDING DANCERS

Mermaid Pictures & Mermaid Studios UK
UNITED KINGDOM
Lifestyle - Entertainment

The first dance of the rest of their lives.

WINNERS LENNON ISLAND: UTOPIA LOST    

Mermaid Pictures & Mermaid Studios UK
IRELAND  
Society
   

Peace, Love and War in the Atlantic.


Key Dates

26 NOVEMBER

Opening of the Call for Entries. You can submit projects that meet the selection criteria.

13 JANUARY

End of the Call for Entries. The Jury will review all submitted projects and select 4 finalists.

EARLY FEBRUARY

The 4 finalists selected by the Jury will be announced on our channels.

22 FEBRUARY

The finalists will pitch live at MIP LONDON! Exact time to be communicated.


Meet the Jury of the DOC + FACTUAL Pitch

Behind the Pitch: Hear from past participants

Being selected among the five finalists it's already a win. This Pitch gave us direct access to the market and peopple who matter. 5 minutes on London stage led to real follow-ups - partner talks, concrete next steps, and a clearer path for financing and distribution. Equally valuable were the immediate market reactions, which sharpened our strategy. If you want meaningful connections and actionable insights, this is where you meet the right people and momentum begins.


Tetiana Hrebenik
Chief creative producer (non-scripted)

Starlight Media , Ukraine

Taking part in the MIPDOC Pitch was a genuinely rewarding experience. It offered not only a platform to present our project to an international community of industry leaders, but also a space for constructive dialogue and unexpected collaborations. The feedback and exposure we received helped sharpen our vision and opened doors to new partnerships. For anyone considering applying to the DOC + FACTUAL Pitch, it’s an invaluable opportunity to test your ideas, connect with decision-makers, and gain momentum for your project’s next stage


Ana Saiz
Producer

Criatura Films, United Kingdom

Our experience at MIPDOC Pitch was truly great. The organization and team were fantastic, and the jury gave us super valuable feedback. Beyond the pitch itself, the exposure and connections we gained were incredible Overall, it was a very positive experience, and we’d love to return and pitch again in the future.


Jose Velasco
CEO & Executive Producer

Souvenir Studios , Spain

Discover last year's winner

Caligula's Hidden Legacy

Company: Alma Productions / Zed
Country: France
Genre: History - Civilisation
Synopsis: For centuries, Caligula's reputation as a ruthless tyrant has overshadowed his true achievements. By exploring historical archives and archaeological excavations, the series reveals the excesses of an emperor often dismissed as a caricature. But recent archaeological discoveries have led to a reassessment of his legacy.



Projects submitted must meet the following selection criteria:

✔ Factual and documentary series / feature length/one-off/shorts

✔ Still looking for financing: “Early Stage” (Up to 25% financed) & “In Development” (25 to 75% financed)

✔ In its first season (returning seasons are not eligible)

✔ Original, not completed and not broadcast Doc & Factual content 

✔ Never pitched before at a festival/market or to buyers prior to MIP LONDON 2026

 

Submissions now closed.

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