International Dramas ‘The Rising’ And ‘Barons’ Acquired By The CW

The CW, which is looking to redefine itself minus the recent array of superhero-themed dramas, has announced two new scripted international entries: supernatural UK crime thriller The Rising and Aussie surf drama Barons. Both debut on Monday, May 29, with The Rising and 8 p.m. ET and Barons at 9 p.m. ET, respectively.

The Rising, which is described as a story about love, justice and the cost of pursuing the truth, tells the tale of Neve Kelly (Clara Rugaard), who discovers that she is dead. The logline: Understandably, Neve is scared and confused by this new (non) existence, but when she realizes she has been murdered, she’s furious. Determined to find her killer and get justice, Neve takes advantage of her new supernatural abilities to go where the police can’t and investigate her own death. In doing so, she uncovers deeply buried secrets and is forced to re-examine everything about her life and the people she cared about.

From Sky Studios, The Rising is adapted from the Belgian crime thriller Beau Séjour and is written by Pete McTighe (A Discovery of Witches, The Pact) and Charlotte Wolf (The Last Kingdom). Serena Thompson (Landscapers) serves as executive producer for Sky Studios alongside Julian Stevens (The Fall) and Pete McTighe. Ed Lilly (Industry) is lead director.

Barons, an eight-episode limited series, follows two best friends, inspired by their love for the Australian beach, who create what will become rival iconic surf brands. The logline: Little do they know that their success will tear them—and their worlds—apart. When their businesses go mainstream, the young rebels and their friends find themselves pulled deep into a world of corporate politics, jealousy, homophobia and racial tension. In selling their dream to the world, they create bitter, lasting rivalries.

Barons is a Micanical Media, 2 Jons and Fremantle Australia production.