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.
Until 8 January 2026
✔ 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
Opening of the Call for Entries. You can submit projects that meet the selection criteria.
End of the Call for Entries. The Jury will review all submitted projects and select 4 finalists.
The 4 finalists selected by the Jury will be announced on our channels.
The finalists will pitch live at MIP LONDON! Exact time to be communicated.
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.
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
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.
Souvenir Studios , Spain
Head of Co-Production
Sky
United Kindgdom
Director Acquisitions & Coproductions Documentaries / Children & Youth ZDF
ZDF Studios GmbH
Germany
Head of Factual
Sveriges Television (SVT)
Sweden
Head of Factual
Sveriges Television (SVT)
Sweden
Senior Manager, Global Acquisitions
National Geographic
United States
Moderator
Producer/CEO
Storyboard Studios
United Kingdom
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.
Company: Starlight Media
Country: Ukraine
Genre: Current Affairs - Investigation
Synopsis: "Robe, Cross, and Two Lives" reveals how the Russian Orthodox Church serves as a global tool of espionage and influence for the Kremlin. This two-part documentary uncovers its role in spreading disinformation, financing subversion, and destabilizing democracies worldwide through its expansive network and covert operations.
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.
Company: Souvenir Studios
Country: Spain
Genre: Art - Culture - Sports
Synopsis: Seven years after the downhill skateboarding speed record was left untouched, two-time world champion Diego Poncelet embarks on a daring quest to shatter it, aiming for an unprecedented 150 km/h. Through sacrifice, resilience, and a deep dive into the human spirit, this journey reveals that the road to greatness is as profound as the record itself.
Company: Autentic Studios
Country: Germany
Genre: History - Civilisation
Synopsis: In the 60s/70s, young adventurers set off on a journey along the Hippie Trail. Their break from convention and their search for freedom and meaning still have an impact today.
Company: Criatura Films
Country: Argentina
Genre: Society
Synopsis: An Argentine director travels to the Falkland Islands to explore the open wound left in its inhabitants by the 1982 war between his country and Britain. He never imagined it would turn into a story of unexpected friendship with the "enemy."
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