Germany in Focus at Nordic Film Market and TV Drama Vision 2026

Today, October 14, Germany was announced as the Official Country in Focus at the upcoming Nordic Film Market and TV Drama Vision, presented within Göteborg Film Festival Industry. The spotlight will bring a vibrant lineup of German producers, funds, and key decision-makers to Göteborg, set to spark new connections and deepen collaboration between the Nordic and German audiovisual ecosystems.

In Focus:Germany is developed in partnership with German Films and leading funds in Germany, including:

Together, these partners will showcase the breadth of German talent and funding opportunities while creating new possibilities for co-production and collaboration between the regions. As part of the focus, an extensive German delegation will travel to Göteborg, with producers, funds, projects, and talents highlighted throughout the programme.

Simone Baumann, Managing Director of German Films, said:
“We are thrilled to partner with Göteborg Film Festival on this German Focus. It is a fantastic opportunity to highlight German filmmakers and producers with their projects, while strengthening our long-term ties with the Nordic industry.”

Josef Kullengård, Head of Industry at Göteborg Film Festival, added:
“The German Focus is a natural step in our ambition to foster international collaboration. Germany’s strong creative industries and funding structures make it an ideal partner, and we are excited to open new doors between Nordic and German producers, funds, and talents.”

Göteborg Film Festival is the premier film festival in the Nordics, with one of the largest festival audiences in the world. As the key industry hub in the region, the festival attracts more than 2,400 accredited delegates from over 50 countries. The Nordic Film Market (January 28–30, 2026) spotlights outstanding new Nordic films and talents, offering high-level business-to-business opportunities and networking. TV Drama Vision (January 27–28, 2026), dedicated to drama series, brings together international business trends, creative talent, and key professionals.

The 49th Göteborg Film Festival will take place January 23 – February 1, 2026.

In Focus:Germany

For more information please contact:
Angela Sonntag, German Films, Head of Press & Public Relations
sonntag@german-films.de

Liisa Nurmela, Göteborg Film Festival, Industry Communications Manager
liisa.nurmela@goteborgfilmfestival.se