Greenlit is MIA’s international series showcase and a place to see juicy new titles, often for the first time. The seven-person line-up includes major sequels and prequels – Italian giants Gomorrah and The Law According to Lidia Poët – new originals, adaptations and remakes.

Each project will be presented on the main stage of MIA by the producers, commissioners or talents. Gomorrah – The Origins is sure to attract attention. From Sky Studios and Cattleya and for Sky Italia, it was created by Leonardo Fasoli and Maddalena Ravagli, and tells the story of Pietro Savastano, from a street kid who rises to become the most important crime boss in Naples. Sandokan is a remake of the Italian cult pirate series produced by Lux Vide and Rai for the Italian pubcaster. Turkish star Can Yaman leads the cast, which also includes Ed Westwick and John Hannah.

Below is a roundup of the other highlights, with the thoughts of the people behind the shows speaking to Deadline before they head to Rome and take to the MIA Greenlit stage.

Reykjavik Fusion (Iceland): “Part Breaking Bad and part The Bear”