Special sections will be dedicated to highlighting women's portrayals in series and historical storytelling, curated by Carlo Chatrian.

Featuring 28 competitive titles from 21 countries, the festival will include 8 world premieres and entries from 34 countries, enhancing its international appeal.

This festival aims to establish the Maximo Awards, which will serve as Italy's equivalent of the Emmy, recognizing excellence in Italian television.

The festival aims to showcase a diverse array of both Italian and international series content, reimagining the former RomaFictionFest, which ended in 2017.

The IGSF represents a significant advancement in promoting and celebrating Italian television, uniting industry professionals and audiences.

The festival will honor cinematic legends Federico Fellini and David Lynch with a screening of the 'Twin Peaks' pilot, celebrating their contributions to the industry.

The inaugural Italian Global Series Festival (IGSF) is set to take place from June 21 to June 28, 2025, in Riccione and Rimini, showcasing first looks at anticipated series such as 'Squid Game' Season 3 and Lena Dunham's 'Too Much.'

Seven Maximo Excellence Awards will be presented to notable figures, including composer Giorgio Moroder and actress Evangeline Lilly, alongside Italian stars Carlo Verdone and Elena Sofia Ricci.

Masterclasses will be offered by Emmy-winning creators such as Mark Gatiss and Steven Moffat, providing insights into screenwriting and production.

The international competition will include categories for drama, comedy, and limited series, with awards for best series, actors, directors, and creators.

Organized by Italy's Association of Audiovisual Producers with support from the Ministry of Culture, the festival will be free and open to the public across various venues.

Positioned to enhance Italy's presence in the global television landscape, the festival seeks to align with prestigious awards in the U.S., UK, France, and Spain.