Annette Hess, the acclaimed German TV writer and producer, is set to be honored with the first-ever Deadline German TV Disruptor Award at Seriencamp next month. Known for her work on hit series like Weisensee, the Ku’damm series, and The Interpreter of Silence on Disney+, based on her own novel Deutsches Haus, Hess has made a significant impact on the German television industry.
Fans of the Ku’damm series are eagerly awaiting the upcoming installment, Ku’damm 77, which Hess is currently in the process of writing with production scheduled for early 2026. In addition to her successful career as a writer, Hess has been a vocal advocate for change within the industry, particularly in championing the role of writers and screenwriters in film and TV. She continues to push for better representation for women in the business, living up to the Disruptor moniker.
Exciting Line-Up at Seriencamp
At the upcoming Seriencamp event in Cologne, Hess will be presented with the award and will also participate in a fireside chat about her work and career. The event will feature new streamer additions to the line-up, with sessions focusing on a range of topics including queer representation. Amazon’s Petra Henge will give attendees a sneak peek at what Prime Video has in store as part of the Next From strand, alongside local streaming platforms ZDFneo and Joyn.
Seriencamp will showcase a variety of projects at different stages of development, including Netflix, BBC, and ZDF drama A Good Girl’s Guide To Murder. Attendees can also expect previews of upcoming shows like the crime thriller Concordia from ZDF, France TV, Hulu Japan, and MBC, as well as Generation Z, a unique zombie apocalypse series from British filmmaker Ben Wheatley.
In addition to the exciting lineup of projects, Seriencamp will feature sessions that delve into important topics like queer representation in TV. A session titled (Lost) Queerness In Series will explore how queer stories can break into the mainstream. The Screenwriters’ Lounge will provide a closer look at queer representation in story development, featuring industry professionals like Kai Kreuser, Marlene Melchior, Alejandro Mathé, and Marcel-Jana Urban.
Overall, Seriencamp promises to be a dynamic and insightful event, offering attendees the opportunity to engage with cutting-edge projects and discussions across the TV industry. Annette Hess’ recognition with the Deadline German TV Disruptor Award highlights the impact of her work and advocacy for positive change within the German television landscape.