Locomotive Global to adapt All3Media's 'Boat Story' for Indian market

Locomotive Global Media has secured exclusive India rights to adapt All3Media International's award-winning series 'Boat Story'. Mayank Sharma, known for directing 'Breathe', will adapt the show, with Locomotive Global producing it for the Indian market.

Originally released in 2023, Boat Story was commissioned by BBC One in the UK and Amazon Freevee in the US and Germany. The 6x60’ thriller was written by Harry and Jack Williams and produced by the award-winning Two Brothers Pictures (an All3Media production company), in association with All3Media International.

After having successfully adapted Ray Donovan for Netflix India, Locomotive Global Media continues to make it a priority to bring premium international formats to the Indian audience.


Speaking on the acquisition, Roshni Ghosh, producer at Locomotive Global Media, said, “We at Locomotive Global Media take enormous satisfaction in our ability to adapt international formats to suit the Indian audience. We are incredibly excited to bring ‘Boat Story’ to India. On our journey to engage with millions of viewers, we are delighted to be able to collaborate with the most prolific creative minds in India and our partners at All3Media International to present stories that defy formulaic narratives and deliver an unparalleled entertainment experience.”

Jaenani Netra, VP, Sales Finished & Formats (Asia) at All3Media International, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership: “Locomotive Global Media’s partnership with All3Media International presents such exciting times for India as this is our first scripted format deal together. It is a great choice of show, as Boat Story doubles up as a gripping thriller and as a darkly comic drama. With Mayank Sharma and Locomotive Global Media leading this adaptation, we are looking forward to seeing Boat Story take definite shape with the best on board.”

Adding further, showrunner and director Mayank Sharma said, “I am really happy to be working on the adaptation of 'Boat Story'. It is a fun, madly entertaining show with relatable yet quirky characters that keep you hooked until the end. While we aim to preserve the original’s essence, we are excited to infuse local flavour and fresh perspectives into our version that packs the show with action, humour, and thrills specifically tailored for the Indian viewer.”