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Deon Meyer’s Works Adapted for Global TV Series

3/20/2026

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Both Worlds and Paris-based Paradoxal secured exclusive rights to develop two TV series from the works of Deon Meyer, bestselling author.
The projects include Umzingeli, a spy thriller featuring Thobela "Tiny" Mpayipheli, and Dead at Daybreak, a noir set in 1996 Cape Town.
Executive producers say Meyer's narratives have universal appeal and relevance in today’s world.
The collaboration signals a major step in bringing South African literature to international audiences.

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Story summary

Both Worlds and Paris-based Paradoxal secured exclusive rights to develop two TV series from the works of Deon Meyer, bestselling author.
The projects include Umzingeli, a spy thriller featuring Thobela "Tiny" Mpayipheli, and Dead at Daybreak, a noir set in 1996 Cape Town.
Executive producers say Meyer's narratives have universal appeal and relevance in today’s world.
The collaboration signals a major step in bringing South African literature to international audiences.