An international film and TV production company
Founded in 2009 by Pandora da Cunha Telles and Pablo Iraola, Ukbar Filmes is a Portugal-based film, television and series production company with a strong international profile. Over the years, the company has established itself as one of Portugal’s leading producers, recognised for its international co-productions, strategic partnerships and a distinctive focus on author-driven storytelling.
Ukbar Filmes develops and produces feature films, documentaries and TV series, working closely with broadcasters, platforms and international partners. Among its most visible projects is Turn of the Tide (Rabo de Peixe), produced in partnership with Netflix, which reached the platform’s global top 10, reinforcing the international reach of Portuguese productions.
In Portugal, Ukbar maintains an ongoing collaboration with RTP, including acclaimed TV dramas such as A Espia, contributing to the development of high-quality national television fiction.
Ukbar Filmes’ productions and co-productions have been selected and screened at major international film festivals, including Cannes, Berlin, Venice, Locarno and Toronto (TIFF). Over the years, the company’s films have received international awards and critical recognition, reflecting its commitment to distinctive and ambitious projects.
Since its inception, Ukbar Filmes has actively supported emerging filmmakers, producing numerous debut works alongside projects by established directors. The company values long-term creative collaboration and is closely involved in all stages of development, production and international circulation.
With co-productions spanning Europe, Africa, Latin America and Portuguese-speaking countries, Ukbar Filmes positions itself as a European production company with a global outlook, focused on stories that resonate across cultures and markets.
