Headed by Walter Iuzzolino, Jo McGrath and Jason Thorp, founders of Walter Presents, Eagle Eye Drama will focus on English-language drama series inspired by hit foreign language shows championed on the global streamer. 

Several shows are in development and two of them (to be announced early 2020) have secured commissioning orders from two broadcasters. 

Walter Iuzzolino, CEO of Eagle Eye Drama said: “Walter Presents is uniquely placed to spot drama series with the potential to become stand-out brands on the international stage and to identify the European creatives with the talent to produce beautifully crafted stories. The next logical step for us is to bring together the best drama ideas from around the world and the most inspiring production talent who can re-imagine them for a mainstream English-speaking audience.” 

Alex Mahon, CEO of Channel 4, which has a minority stake in the drama venture said: “Walter’s passion, expertise and understanding of tastes in global TV drama is unrivalled, demonstrated by the huge success of Walter Presents. We’re very excited to extend our successful partnership with Walter, Jo and Jason as they expand into production to bring foreign TV gems even closer to British audiences through this innovative venture.”

Walter Presents had a rocket start in the UK in 2016. It is now available in seven countries (including the US and Italy) and continues its international roll out. 

From the outset Nordic dramas have been at the core of Walter Presents’ quality programming. Among the numerous series available are Ride Upon the Storm, Seaside Hotel, The Laywer, Liberty, Blue Eyes, Thicker than Water, Before We Die, Valkyrien, Acquitted.

Next to be launched on Walter Presents is the Swedish comedy A Simple Heist (December 6) followed by the hard-hitting crime drama Alex season 2 (December 8 premiere on Channel 4 at 11pm, plus full series on Walter Presents via All4).