New in 2027: EFM Doc Series Pitch

For 2027, the European Film Market introduces the EFM Doc Series Pitch, curated with DOK.forum, the industry platform of DOK.fest München, in collaboration with EFM DocSalon and the Berlinale Series Market.

The new initiative is looking for brand-new, internationally oriented documentary series projects at an early stage of development. Up to ten selected projects from around the world will be presented to potential international co-production and funding partners, commissioning editors, broadcasters, streaming platforms and sales agents during the Berlinale Series Market.

The selected projects will benefit from pitching opportunities as well as matchmaking and pre-scheduled one-on-one meetings with interested co-producers and financiers. The call is open to all subjects and IPs with strong international potential.

The EFM Doc Series Pitch takes place within the Berlinale Series Market (February 14–16, 2027).
Selected projects will also have the opportunity to connect with the wider non-fiction community through EFM DocSalon (February 12–15, 2027).

Applications: August 18 – October 1, 2026
Selection announced: Mid-December 2026
Details of the EFM Doc Series Pitch: Available from mid-January 2027

The initiative is made possible with the support of main partner FFF Bayern.

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EFM Doc Series Pitch Award

The EFM Doc Series Pitch Award, endowed with €5,000 and donated by Haus des Dokumentarfilms, will be presented to one of the projects selected for the EFM Doc Series Pitch at the European Film Market in February 2027.

With the award, the EFM and Haus des Dokumentarfilms aim to support the development of ambitious documentary series projects and strengthen opportunities for internationally oriented non-fiction storytelling. The winner will be chosen by an international jury chaired by Eric Friedler, CEO of Haus des Dokumentarfilms.