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Ex Machina’s AI sci-fi series ‘Kira’ to debut at MIPCOM with first-look images
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Ex Machina’s AI sci-fi series ‘Kira’ to debut at MIPCOM with first-look images

Kira, an entirely AI-generated television project from Ex Machina, is set to be introduced to buyers at the October MIPCOM market in Cannes through sales partner K5 International, alongside first-look visuals released today.

By The Apex Times Newsroom2 min readAI-assisted Apex article

Ex Machina will take its next television project, the AI sci-fi series “Kira,” to MIPCOM in Cannes this October, with K5 International handling sales and debuting first-look images for the project, Deadline reported on Aug. 28.

According to the report, “Kira” is described as an “entirely AI-generated” production, a format aimed at entering the global market for scripted series during MIPCOM’s buyer-facing week. The market, held in Cannes, is a hub for distributors, international broadcasters, and streaming platforms seeking new projects to acquire or co-develop.

Ex Machina, the production company attached to the series, is positioned by the report as an AI-oriented studio also building other features, including projects linked to Roger Avary and Alex Proyas. Deadline described Ex Machina as having “ambitious” features in development as it expands into a new TV slate with “Kira.”

The first-look images released for “Kira” were shared in connection with the show’s MIPCOM appearance, with the report noting that production is due to begin shortly. Deadline did not provide a specific production start date beyond that timing, nor did it outline a release window for when viewers would be able to see the series.

K5 International is named as the sales partner for the MIPCOM presentation. Sales partners typically use markets like MIPCOM to court international buyers, line up distribution deals, and support later commissioning or greenlight decisions, depending on the commercial interest generated during the week.

While the report centers on the project’s market launch, the underlying production plan described is notable for its reliance on AI-generated output. For audiences and industry stakeholders, that raises questions about how AI-generated materials are handled across licensing, rights clearances, and creative credit, though the report did not detail any such policy specifics.

As the Cannes market approaches, Ex Machina and K5 International will be looking to convert early interest from distributors and platforms into acquisition or co-production arrangements. Any further details, including episode count, language coverage, cast, and distribution terms, were not included in the report and would typically be clarified in subsequent announcements closer to deal milestones.

Why It Matters

  • MIPCOM is a major international marketplace for scripted TV deals, so the October presentation can shape how quickly distributors and platforms evaluate and pursue the project.
  • The series being described as entirely AI-generated puts an added focus on how AI-produced content fits into mainstream acquisition and distribution workflows.
  • First-look visuals and early market access may affect buyer interest, commissioning conversations, and the timing of downstream announcements.
  • Because the report did not provide episode details or distribution targets, the next material updates are likely to come from MIPCOM-related deal coverage or subsequent production announcements.
  • The project’s connection to an AI-oriented production model highlights how studios are expanding beyond animation and into live-action-style sci-fi formats for international audiences.

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Key Facts

  • Ex Machina is bringing the AI sci-fi series “Kira” to MIPCOM in Cannes in October.
  • K5 International is the sales partner for the project.
  • Deadline reported that “Kira” is described as entirely AI-generated.
  • First-look images for “Kira” were released in connection with its MIPCOM launch.
  • The report said production is expected to begin shortly, without a specific start date.
  • Deadline linked Ex Machina’s broader slate to projects involving Roger Avary and Alex Proyas.