MIP CANCUN Scripted Pitch
MIP CANCUN launches its Scripted Pitch, reinforcing its commitment to IP development and responding to the growing demand for premium scripted content from across Ibero-America and the U.S. Hispanic market.
This initiative is designed to spotlight original scripted projects with strong international potential, creating new opportunities for co-production, financing and global partnerships across the Ibero-American and U.S. Hispanic audiovisual industry.
The MIP CANCUN Scripted Pitch will take place on Thursday, November 19, at the Moon Palace Resort in Cancún, Mexico.
MIP Cancun PITCH 2026 FINALISTS
1- Autor intelectual
Lab Producciones
Sofía Szelske
Luca, an unemployed screenwriter, discovers that a criminal gang used an idea from one of his old scripts to rob a casino. When the criminals recruit him to plan an even bigger heist, he turns his screenwriting workshop into a secret criminal planning operation. As he seeks the recognition he has always been denied, Luca must confront his own ethical boundaries while an obsessive prosecutor closes in on the truth.
2. Enfermera de noche
Arttess Productions - Eduardo Román
Marie Roman
Marcela is a dedicated intensive care nurse in Madrid who spends her nights saving lives while silently struggling with family, emotional, and moral conflicts of her own. Raising her son, who has Down syndrome, while coping with the pressures of hospital life forces her to confront her personal limits. This premium medical drama, infused with emotional thriller elements, explores vocation, guilt, motherhood, and resilience.
3. Oro Negro
Koolshiit
Mario Garza
In Aragón, Spain, a desperate 17-year-old inherits land rich in valuable black truffles and enters the illegal truffle trade to provide for his pregnant girlfriend. Determined to build a black-market empire, he faces ruthless local crime bosses, agricultural sabotage, and dark family secrets. This crime thriller explores fatherhood, legacy, and the moral compromises people make to protect their families.
4. Sociedad de Padres (Society of Parents)
United Content
Eduardo Valenzuela
María, a single mother by choice, arrives in Mexico City with her young son and eventually seeks help from a parenting group led by Íñigo, a guru who has never been a father himself. There, she meets Santiago, a single father raising twin daughters. Amid the chaos and challenges of parenthood, they discover an unexpected romance and the importance of mutual support among imperfect parents.
5. Universo M (Universe M)
Panda Scout - LaDiana
Diana Narváez
Three women of different ages, each with a distinct perspective on motherhood, find their lives unexpectedly connected after a baby is born in a hospital elevator. Their paths intertwine through professional challenges, romantic relationships, family decisions, and the pursuit of independence. This dramedy explores societal expectations surrounding motherhood, diverse family structures, and women's right to choose their own path.
What are the criteria for the MIP CANCUN Pitch?
Projects will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
✔ Scripted content developed for TV, streaming and/or multi-platform audiences,
✔ Projects in Early Stage (25% financed) or In Development (25% to 75% financed)
✔ First-season projects only; returning seasons are not eligible,
✔ Original scripted content from Ibero-America and/or the U.S. Hispanic market
✔ Worldwide or international rights must still be available,
✔ International and co-production potential
✔ Projects must not have been previously pitched publicly at international markets or festivals before MIP CANCUN 2026,
✔ Originality and strength of the concept, storytelling, characters and themes,
✔ International and co-production potential,
✔ Regional authenticity with global appeal,
✔ Potential to connect with current audience trends and platform demands.
The call for entry is open to all.
Each company can submit up to 3 projects.
Meet the 2026 Jury
Monica Albuquerque
VP of Original Content Brasil
The Walt Disney Company
Ivan Stoessel
Content Development Expert
& Creative Producer
Gabriela Remirez
VP of Original Content, Mexico
Paramount+
Billy Rovzar
CEO
Lemon Estudios
Iralyn Valera
Director, Future Development
Telemundo Studios
What is the selection process?
An international jury composed of leading industry executives, producers, commissioners, and content experts will select the 5 finalist projects.
Projects will be evaluated according to:
- Creative originality,
- Market potential,
- International appeal,
- Co-production viability,
- Strength of the pitch package,
- Audience relevance.
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FAQ
MIP CANCUN launches its Scripted Pitch, reinforcing its commitment to IP development and responding to the growing demand for premium scripted content from across Ibero-America and the U.S. Hispanic market.
This initiative is designed to spotlight original scripted projects with strong international potential, creating new opportunities for co-production, financing and global partnerships across the Ibero-American and U.S. Hispanic audiovisual industry.
The competition is open to creators, writers, producers and production companies developing scripted series or feature film projects from Latin America, Spain, Portugal and the U.S. Hispanic market, for TV, streaming and multi-platform audiences. Projects may be at either early or advanced stages of development.
Five selected finalists will have the opportunity to pitch their projects live in front of an international panel of commissioners, producers, platforms, broadcasters and industry executives during MIP CANCUN.
The MIP CANCUN Scripted Pitch will take place on Thursday, November 19, during MIP CANCUN 2026 at the Moon Palace Resort in Cancún, Mexico.
Projects will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
- Scripted content developed for TV, streaming and/or multi-platform audiences,
- Projects still seeking financing, at one of the following stages:
- Early Stage: 25% financed,
- In Development: between 25% and 75% financed,
- First-season projects only; returning seasons are not eligible,
- Original scripted content from Ibero-America and/or the U.S. Hispanic market, - Worldwide or international rights must still be available,
- Projects must not have been previously pitched publicly at international markets or festivals before MIP CANCUN 2026,
- Originality and strength of the concept, storytelling, characters and themes,
- International and co-production potential,
- Regional authenticity with global appeal,
- Potential to connect with current audience trends and platform demands.
To participate, applicants must:
- Read the Terms & Conditions and complete the official application form.
- Submit all required project materials before the deadline,
- Be available to attend MIP CANCUN in person if selected as a finalist,
- Prepare a pitch presentation.
- Include a teaser, sizzle reel, mood board, or visual presentation of a maximum of 90 seconds as part of the live pitch.
Participation is subject to the full Terms & Conditions, including in particular eligibility criteria, intellectual property representations and liability limitations.
Each company may submit up to 3 projects.
• Call for entries opens: July 2026
• Final submission deadline: September 2, 2026
• Finalists notified: October 19, 2026
• Official finalists’ announcement: October 22, 2026
• Mandatory technical rehearsal: Wednesday, November 18, 2026
• Live Pitch Session: Thursday, November 19, 2026 — Cancun Theater, Moon Palace Resort, Cancún, Mexico.
Applications are free of charge.
The five selected finalists will receive one complimentary registration for MIP CANCUN 2026, including three nights’ accommodation on November 17, 18 and 19, all meals included, and access to all MIP CANCUN events open to registered participants.
Travel and additional expenses are not included unless expressly stated otherwise.
RX France reserves the right to introduce application or participation fees in future editions.
The five selected finalists will receive:
• One complimentary all-inclusive badge for MIP CANCUN 2026, including three nights’ accommodation on November 17, 18 and 19, all meals included, and access to open-to-all MIP CANCUN events,
• The opportunity to pitch live in front of key international decision-makers,
• Visibility across MIP CANCUN’s communication and marketing platforms,
• Access to networking opportunities with potential partners and buyers.
For any questions regarding the MIP CANCUN Scripted Pitch
Operational questions may be addressed to Rodrigo Cantisano, MIP CANCUN Content Executive Producer r14cantisano@gmail.com, while legal or contractual questions should be addressed to RX France.
