Banijay Entertainment announced today that the factual reality thriller Hunted has been commissioned in three new markets. In Sweden, the series will be produced by Meter/Jarowskij for Kanal 5 and Max. In French-speaking Belgium, Banijay Belgium will produce it for RTL-TVI. In Botswana, Banijay Rights has partnered with Botswana Ignite to bring the show to local audiences.
Banijay Entertainment’s Hunted sees civilians and celebrities put to the test, as they become fugitives on the run, attempting to evade elite trackers—including ex-military, intelligence, and cyber experts—to win a cash prize. As the pressure mounts, one question remains: can they truly disappear?Created by Banijay UK’s Shine TV, the format continues to thrive globally and is now adapted in 12 markets to date. It remains a long-running success in the UK, where Channel 4 recently announced two further series, and the Netherlands, where the celebrity edition is currently delivering 36.6% market share among key younger demographics. The Dutch creatives at SimpelZodiak are also behind spin-off Hunted into the Wild, which takes the format out into an inhospitable landscape.
Lucas Green, Chief Content Officer, Operations at Banijay Entertainment says: “Hunted is the original, and most intense, fugitive format, and one that consistently delivers stellar ratings. It’s the ultimate game of cat and mouse, blending real-world tactics, immense pressure, and high-stakes storytelling. As we expand into new territories, the authenticity and adrenaline-fuelled suspense, along with a proven track record in the ability to draw both linear and streamer audiences, make this an unrivalled format.”
Hunted is among Banijay Entertainment’s globally-renowned travelling hits, alongside The Summit, The Fifty, and Good Luck Guys, as well as iconic superbrands like Big Brother and MasterChef. High-profile streamer launches include Bear Hunt (Netflix), as well as new projects like Game of Chairs, Football Island, Dates on Stage and AI Love You.
