Series Mania 2026: Chase Infiniti, ‘Harry Potter,’ Duffy, Poland’s ‘Proud’ and a Snapshot of Europe’s TV Industry at a Crossroads
Variety • 3/28/2026 – 3/29/2026
Summary
The Series Mania TV festival concluded on March 27 after eight days, featuring the world premiere of “The Handmaid’s Tale” sequel “The Testaments.” The event included anticipated series screenings and highlighted the ambitions of Disney+ and HBO Max in Europe, alongside a snapshot of the European TV industry.
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