Eccho Rights acquires I Am Mother
Nov 30, 2023
Eccho Rights has acquired the worldwide rights to the Turkish drama I am Mother, a captivating tv series produced by the renowned O3 Medya, set to premiere Wednesday, December 6th, on Show TV.
This classic Turkish drama about a woman who carries her mother's pain all her life, is tested by her child and split between two men, reveals all the realities of life. The series boasts a star-studded cast including Özge Özpirinçci ('Woman’ & ‘First and Last’), Demet Akbağ, (‘Bir Demet Tiyatro’ & ‘Scorpion’), Metin Akdülger ('Magnificent Century Kosem’ & ‘The Club’) as well as Necip Memilli ('The Pit’ & ‘Oh Belinda’).
Handan Özkubat, Director of Turkish Drama at Eccho Rights: “ We are delighted to partner with O3 Medya and thrilled to be bringing ‘I Am Mother' to the global audience. A story that transcends cultural boundaries, this series embodies the richness and emotional depth of Turkish drama. We will witness the moving journey of a woman's unwavering fight for her son, her family, and her heart's desires, showcasing a remarkable tale of empowerment and transformation. Its universal themes of love, pain, and family ties, making it relatable to viewers worldwide and we are confident that it will captivate viewers across the globe.”
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Beneath the surface returns for season two on TOD
TOD, the popular streaming platform owned by beIN Media Group serving Turkey and the MENA region, has officially renewed its hit thriller series Beneath the Surface for a highly anticipated second season.
Produced by LA and Istanbul-based Karga Seven Pictures, the first season captivated audiences with its compelling mix of family drama, a tense murder mystery, and a rich love story delivering TOD its highest-ever viewing figures upon its 2024 launch.
Returning for the 10-part second season are lead actors Hazal Kaya and Çağlar Ertuğrul, reprising their roles as police officers Cihan and Metin, whose private affairs threaten to undermine their work as front-line murder investigators.
“We are delighted by the opportunity to present another season of this extraordinary series to our clients,” says Handan Özkubat, Director of Turkish Drama at Eccho Rights who will represent the series worldwide. “There is a growing appetite for shorter series, particularly from international streamers who want an entry into Turkish content, so we can’t wait to present this latest premium title, starting at NEM in Dubrovnik this week.”
17th Apr, 2025
String of new deals concluded for I Am Mother
Eccho Rights has sealed a string of new sales deals for the Turkish drama series I Am Mother (Sandık Kokusu), produced by O3 Medya and originally commissioned by Show TV in Türkiye. The emotional, character-driven series, which has struck a chord with audiences domestically, now continues its global expansion with several new international partners.
The latest broadcasters to acquire the rights to I Am Mother include Univision for the U.S. Hispanic market, Teleamazonas in Ecuador, Kanal D in Romania, TV3 in Lithuania, TV Klanin Albania and Jibek Joly in Kazakhstan.
These new deals further cement the series’ status as one of the most compelling Turkish dramas of the past two years, exploring the complex emotional terrain of motherhood, loss, and healing.
“I Am Mother offers a rich, multi-layered story of a woman rebuilding her life after trauma, and the ways in which our past continues to shape our future, a theme that has proved universally relatable,” said Handan Özkubat, Director of Turkish Drama at Eccho Rights. “We’re delighted to see so many international partners connecting with this powerful and authentic narrative.”