Mipcom: U.K. Hit ‘Midsomer Murders’ Returns for Round 26; Kazakhstan’s Freedom Media Secures All3Media Package; Spain’s Anima Kitchent Expands Pact With Turkey’s Minika

Teona Gherasim

‘ Midsomer Murders ’ Continues to Thrill Hit U.K. detective series “Midsomer Murders” is heading for its 26 th series after being commissioned by ITV and distributor All3Media Intl. The four-episode commission of the much-loved prime-time series, a ratings hit around the world set in one of England’s most dangerous yet picturesque villages, brings the number of total episodes to 148, confirming the popularity of diligent Chief Inspector Barnaby (Neil Dudgeon). Rush Announces Additional Dates