STARZPLAY, the leading subscription video on demand (SVOD) service, has announced its latest partnership to make sure it stays at the forefront in the delivery of content, this time with Fremantle, well-known for creating, producing and distributing some of the most loved content in the world.

The agreement includes Fremantles Euston Films bold crime series Baghdad Central, written and created by the BAFTA-nominated writer Stephen Butchard and based on the novel by Elliott Colla. Set in 2003, when Baghdad was occupied by US-led coalition forces for six months, the real thriller follows Iraqi ex-policeman Muhsin al-Khafaji who finds himself embarking on a wider quest for justice in a society thats turn out to be genuinely lawless.

This deal additionally aspects the epic drama The Luminaries, starring Eva Green and Eve Hewson. Based on the Man Booker prize winning novel by Eleanor Catton, the series tells an epic story of love, murder and revenge, as men and women travelled throughout the world to make their fortunes. Both series will be available on STARZPLAY in 2020.

Additionally, the psychological thriller Dublin Murders, is now available on STARZPLAY. Adapted from Tana Frenchs first two novels in the Dublin Murder Squad crime series, the show is from Fremantles Euston Films and is written and created by Sarah Phelps (And Then There Were None, The Casual Vacancy).

Maaz Sheikh, Co-founder and CEO, STARZPLAY, said: Since we first launched, we have usually retained a focus on the provision of in-demand, watchable content for our subscribers and this latest partnership is testament to that commitment. Responsible for some of the most viewed content in the world, we are excited about our modern-day partnership with Fremantle and look forward to unveiling future shows on the platform over the course of the year and beyond.

STARZPLAY is one of the leading platforms in the MENA region for showcasing premium and in-demand programming, so we are proud to be partnering with them on these world-class dramas stated Anahita Kheder, SVP Middle East, Africa & South Eastern Europe, International, Fremantle. At Fremantle, bringing bold and latest shows to the forefront has long been at the very core of what we do, and in this sense, we are very much aligned with STARZPLAYs goals, making them the ideal home for these high-end titles. Their audiences will soon be able to experience the compelling characters and powerful storylines that these series offer.

Available in 20 countries throughout the Middle East, North Africa and Pakistan, with more than 10,000 hours of content which includes premium movies, exclusive and Arabic series, STARZPLAY has also secured its place as the number one player in the MENA region.