The producers behind Final One Laughing UK have positioned what they hope would be the subsequent massive British format.
Banijay labels Preliminary and Zeppotron are growing a model of Dutch format Let’s Play Ball, which broke out on YouTube with greater than 1 million views and can quickly launch on SBS6 within the Netherlands.
The format sees two rival groups of comedians go head-to-head in a race to move a huge ball throughout numerous terrains. Dealing with bodily puzzles alongside the best way, every episode will see the groups navigate assorted landscapes, from slim metropolis streets to rivers and countryside meadows.
Preliminary and Zeppotron are the primary to reimagine Let’s Play Ball exterior the Netherlands. The 2 indies have already demonstrated the chops required to get comedians to do foolish issues. Tailored from the Japanese format, Prime Video’s Final One Laughing UK was a giant hit for the streamer, that includes the lkies of Bob Mortimer, Daisy Might Cooper and Richard Ayoade. Separate from one another, Preliminary and Zeppotron additionally make the likes of Massive Brother and Would I Deceive You?.
Preliminary boss Katy Manley mentioned: “This hilarious new present is the right subsequent joint challenge for us. Preliminary brings the large pink balls (we additionally make Wipeout), whereas Zeppotron will unlock its legendary black ebook to forged the funniest individuals within the nation…. We are able to’t wait to take this out to patrons within the UK.”
Let’s Play Ball is an unique format co-developed and co-owned by EndemolShine Nederland, Talpa Studios and Sign.Stream. The present will make its worldwide debut within the Netherlands this summer time, co-produced by EndemolShine Nederland and Sign.Stream. Initially piloted on YouTube through StukTV, the present attracted over 1.2 million views. Banijay Leisure holds world format distribution rights.
