SSD25 Guide to Decision Makers (Expanded Edition) is now available!


Missed the 36th edition of Sunny Side of the Doc? Still want access to valuable insights from the world’s leading documentary buyers & commissioning editors?

Good news: our updated and Expanded Digital Edition of the SSD25 | Guide to Decision Makers is now available for all members of our professional community.

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What is the Guide to Decision Makers?


This fully digital guide is designed to support producers and industry professionals in their development strategy by answering key questions like:

  • What are documentary buyers & commissioning editors looking for in 2025?
  • Which channels and platforms are acquiring documentaries, one-offs, and series?
  • Who are the key decision-makers—and how can you reach them?
  • How many hours of content do they commission or acquire annually?
  • What topics, tones, and formats are in demand right now?

 

A Global Snapshot of the Market


This Expanded Edition goes beyond the digital version handed out at Sunny Side of the Doc 2025. It includes even more buyers, updated profiles, and post-event additions to reflect the evolving documentary industry.

  • 260+ buyers featured
  • 122 companies represented
  • 27 countries covered

Among them are leading broadcasters, platforms, and studios from across the globe: France Télévisions, ARTE, Canal+, Globo, ZDF, RAI, BBC, NHK, Channel 4, PBS, HBO Max, National Geographic Channel, Al Jazeera, Novo19, Ubisoft, Disney+, RTS, SVT,... and many more.

How to Get Your Copy


  1. Log in or create your MySunny Space professional account.
  2. Go to the marketplace and select “SSD25 | Guide to Decision Makers – Expanded Edition”.
  3. Purchase the product (€105 excl. VAT).
  4. The guide will appear directly in your MySunny Space Resources, accessible anytime, anywhere.

 

A Strategic Tool You’ll Use All Year


Whether you’re prepping a pitch season, developing new projects, or scouting for international partners, this guide gives you an updated map of the global documentary landscape. It’s the go-to tool to identify the right contacts, tailor your approach, and maximize your opportunities.