EUREKA SERIES

Eureka Series has evolved! For its 2026 edition, the program introduces a renewed structure combining a month-long intensive training phase followed by an immersive industry experience during Series Mania. This redesigned format deepens the writers’ room simulation by placing collaboration at the core, without focusing on individual project development. It increases hands-on learning and strengthens professional integration through direct access to Europe’s leading series industry event. 

Eureka Series is a 6-week immersive training program designed to prepare emerging European screenwriters to join professional writers’ rooms and master the unique demands of serial storytelling.

During the first month, the program focuses on the creative and strategic aspects of series development within a collaborative environment. Combining theoretical input and practical exercises in small and various writers’ rooms, participants improve their ability to collaborate, navigate creative discussions, and construct engaging narratives as a team – all under the guidance of experienced industry professionals.

This intensive phase is followed by two weeks of professional immersion: participation in the Creative Bazaar, a unique creative hub, and access to the Series Mania Festival and Forum.

The program fosters a truly European perspective on serial storytelling, encouraging creative exchange across cultures, languages, and markets.

> PART 1 – FEBRUARY 17th TO MARCH 13th, 2026

Following an introduction to serial dramaturgy, participants will engage in lectures led by industry professionals covering the key aspects of serial development. Using a “learning by doing” approach, in multiple guided exercises where they rotate through small-group writers’ rooms, experimenting with different roles and collaboration styles, as well as applying tools and tips onto different genres at various development stages.

Key aspects:

• Fundamentals of serial dramaturgy
• Ideation and selection of series ideas with strong potential
• Finding and exploring core themes
• Building strong characters & conflicts
• Structuring compelling season arcs
• Shaping an efficient pilot

During this phase, lectures and workshops take place from Tuesday to Friday. Mondays are kept free to allow participants time to manage their ongoing professional commitments.

> PART 2 – MARCH 18th TO 27th, 2026

The program concludes with exclusive access to Series Mania, Europe’s leading event for series professionals, offering participants a unique bridge between the training and the professional industry.

• Creative Bazaar: Dynamic creative lab bringing together multiple training programs and workshops. Highlights include sessions on AI in storytelling, Writing with a sustainable impact, and shared masterclasses with top professionals.
• Series Mania Forum: Major industry event offering the opportunity to attend high-level panels on current trends and challenges in the European television landscape, and giving direct access to producers, commissioners and fellow creators.
• Series Mania Festival: Celebration of international series, where participants attend exclusive screenings and discover fresh storytelling voices and formats.

Objectives

• Learn and practice series development and writing in a collaborative setting
• Experiment the creative dynamics of working in a writers’ room
• Develop the ability to navigate and contribute to creative discussions
• Gain insight into the European series ecosystem, including trends, players, and professional pathways
• Build a professional network of European screenwriters and industry experts

Method

• Lectures and workshops with experienced series professionals
• Writers’ room simulations
• Masterclasses and case studies
• Evaluation of participants’ progress by the tutors
• Networking opportunities by participating in Series Mania Forum

Format

• Duration: 25 days / 175 hours
• Location: Lille, France

European screenwriters, with a strong professional interest in series writing , who are eager to experiment in a writers’ room setting and open their creative process to a European environment.

Are welcome to apply (not limited to): Recent alumni of film and television schools or any other screenwriting training programs ; Experienced screenwriters in other formats (short, feature, animation…).

Eligibility:

• Have already written a script (TV series, web series, short film, feature film, or animation), whether produced or not;
• Hold nationality or a long-term residence permit from one of the following countries: Albania, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Republic of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Kosovo, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Montenegro, the Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine or the United Kingdom;
• Be over 18 years old or above

If you have special circumstances, such as a disability, please let us know so that we can discuss your needs. Contact: [email protected]

The next call for applications will open in September 2025.

The application process is divided into 2 steps :

1- An application form to fill in online with administrative information, a couple of short questions to be answered, and the following mandatory documents to be provided in English:

• Resume including relevant work experience, training courses and filmography/projects in development if applicable
• Cover letter explaining the reasons and expectations to participate in Eureka Series and professional goals
• A script excerpt of maximum 10 pages (all audiovisual formats accepted)

Bursary applications must be submitted through this application form, with the mandatory documents requested.

2- For pre-selected applicants: A 20-minute online interview with the pedagogical team