Cinebar Studios – “Agent” (South African TV Series, Netflix/Canal+)
Production Company: Cinebar Studios (South Africa)
Broadcasters: Netflix & Canal+ International
Genre: Sports Drama TV Series
Agent is a South African sports drama television series produced by Cinebar Studios, distributed internationally via Netflix and Canal+. The series explores the high-stakes world of professional football, focusing on a charismatic player agent navigating scandals, deals, and the personal lives of the athletes he represents. Portions of the series were filmed in Mauritius, where the island’s beaches, stadiums, and modern architecture provided fresh backdrops for this ambitious African drama.
Service Production in Mauritius
Identical Media was proud to serve as the local service production company in Mauritius, providing:
- Location scouting & permits for football stadiums, training grounds, urban settings, and resort backdrops.
- Camera, grip & lighting rental through Mediavision, including ARRI Alexa Mini LF, RED systems, drones, and professional lighting rigs.
- Production logistics covering accommodation, catering, ground transport, and unit management for the South African crew and cast.
- Local crew integration to ensure smooth collaboration between Cinebar Studios and international distributors like Netflix and Canal+.
With expertise in international television productions, Identical Media ensured that Agent maintained cinematic quality while filming in Mauritius.
Key Crew & Credits
- Production Company: Cinebar Studios (South Africa)
- Distributors: Netflix & Canal+ International
- Genre: Sports Drama TV Series
- Service Produced by: Identical Media in Mauritius
Why Mauritius for African TV Productions?
Mauritius offers versatile filming locations, world-class crews, and competitive incentives that make it ideal for international television projects. The production of Agent benefited from the Mauritius Film Rebate Scheme, providing up to 40% rebate on qualifying expenditures (QPE). With Identical Media managing permits and logistics, and Mediavision supplying state-of-the-art filming equipment, Mauritius proved to be a reliable hub for ambitious African TV series with international distribution.
