Disney has announced a brand new German comedy series called “Sultan City” will be coming to Disney+ as a “Star Original”.

The German dark comedy “Sultan City” has been created by up-and-coming producers Ayla Gottschlich and Aysel Yilmaz and head writer Ipek Zübert, follows the respectable matriarch of a German-Turkish family who accidentally becomes the head of a criminal underworld, and discovers she and her daughters have a talent for the business.  The series is being produced by Two Moons Pictures.

“Sultan City” is the second German show accounted for Disney+ as part of the new “Star” general entertainment brand, which launches in select markets including Germany on Tuesday 23rd February.  It will include a variety of films and movies from Disney’s studios such as 20th Century Studios and ABC.

Projects span multiple genres including drama, comedy, sci-fi and documentary, and have been greenlit in France, Italy, Germany and the Netherlands, with a raft of additional projects in development.

Diego Londono, EVP, Media Networks and Content, The Walt Disney Company EMEA commented: “Our commissioning strategy showcases our commitment to producing world-class original content, tailored to local markets but with the creative ambition to appeal to audiences across the globe. Europe has a global reputation as a creative powerhouse, which combined with Disney’s expertise in high-quality storytelling and its relationships with top talent on and off screen will ensure Disney+ is the go-to destination for compelling and engaging entertainment in Europe.”

Liam Keelan, Vice President Original Content, The Walt Disney Company EMEA commented: “These first ten projects embody our ambitious vision for local production. Our initial European offering underscores Disney’s regional commitment to outstanding and diverse talent, reflecting our desire to work with the very best storytellers in the industry.”

No Disney+ release has yet been announced for this “Star Original”.

 

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