NCS is launching one other installment in its Searching For journey meals franchise, sending star Eva Longoria to France for a brand new season that may debut in 2026.
Longoria has already hosted two editions of the present, Searching For Mexico, which was initially ordered for the ill-fated NCS+ streaming service, and Searching For Spain, which debuted earlier this 12 months.
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The franchise started in fact with Searching For Italy, hosted by Stanley Tucci, although NCS canceled that series in 2022 as a part of a pullback in unique programming, a strategic transfer that was reversed after Mark Thompson joined as CEO. Tucci now hosts a special Italy journey meals sequence for Nat Geo.
“France has long been a cornerstone of global cuisine, and I’m thrilled to be partnering with NCS for this next chapter in our culinary and cultural journey,” mentioned Longoria. “I can’t wait to dive into the country’s rich gastronomic traditions, revisit the regions that have shaped my own palate and passion, and celebrate the artistry and heritage that make French food and culture so enduringly iconic and influential in kitchens around the world.”
“We always knew France would be the ultimate destination and a pilgrimage through this culinary mecca requires the ultimate cultural ambassador – and Eva has become just that,” mentioned Amy Entelis, govt vp of expertise, NCS Originals and inventive growth for NCS Worldwide. “From Mexico to Spain, Eva’s infectious sense of culinary curiosity has resonated with NCS viewers, and we are delighted to embark on this new adventure with her.”
Hyphenate Media Group is producing Searching For France for NCS.
Executive Producers for Searching for France are Eva Longoria, Cris Abrego, Rachelle Mendez, and Shauna Minoprio for Hyphenate Media Group; Richard Bond and Eve Kay for Dragonfly; and Amy Entelis and Lyle Gamm for NCS Original Series. Minoprio additionally serves as showrunner. Banijay Rights will deal with worldwide distribution of the sequence.
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