France Télévisions and ZDF Co-Produce Thriller 'Kabul' About the 2021 Afghanistan Crisis, Premiering at Series Mania

France Télévisions and ZDF have co-produced "Kabul," a six-part geopolitical thriller premiering at Series Mania in Lille. The series, inspired by producer Fabienne Servan-Schreiber's direct involvement in the 2021 Afghanistan evacuation efforts, depicts the chaotic events following the Taliban's rise to power. Shot in English with an international cast including Jonathan Zaccaï and Eric Dane, the series follows an Afghan family's struggle to escape the chaos. With a budget of approximately $20 million, "Kabul" aims to authentically represent the events from a European perspective. Directed by Kasia Adamik and Olga Chajdas, the series emphasizes the human impact of the crisis, highlighting the plight of Afghan families and the international community's response. Mediawan Rights handles international distribution.