SeriesFest is returning to Denver, Colorado next month and has set its lineup for its twelfth iteration.
The event will take place between May 6 and 10 and features screenings and panels with stars of The Four Seasons, The Testaments and Ponies as well as industry execs including Jana Winograde and Susan Rovner from vertical studio company MicroCo.
The news comes days after the event revealed that D’Arcy Carden will be honored with the Excellence in Acting Award.
A screening of the second season of Netflix’s The Four Seasons will be followed by a conversation with Marco Calvani, Kerri Kenney-Silver as well as co-creator Tracey Wigfield. A screening of The Testaments, Hulu’s follow-up to The Handmaid’s Tale, will be followed by a conversation with Amy Seimetz. Ponies co-creators David Iserson and Susanna Fogel will join a conversation about the Peacock series.
There will also be screenings of baseball documentary My Father, Dick Allen, live-action music series Rainbow Socks, All3Media’s Babies, La Méridienne Productions’ Jailbreakers, Brazilian series Raul Seixas: Let Me Sing and Jean Dujardin-led Zorro.
Full list of panels:
Behind The Deals: Agents and Managers
Get a behind-the-scenes look at how careers, deals, and projects come to life in the entertainment industry. Join top agents and managers as they share how they discover talent, guide careers, and shape the stories you love. Whether you’re a creator or a fan of the process, this is your chance to meet the people who make the deals happen. Panelists include Senior Manager at TCA MGMT Erich Smith, Partner at The Gersh Agency Roy Ashton, Owner & Talent Manager at CBM, Cheri Barner and Manager & Partner at Echo Lake Entertainment, Dave Brown.
Creative Control: Building Ownership in Film & TV
Creative vision is only part of the equation — ownership is power. This panel explores why filmmakers and showrunners must think like entrepreneurs, retaining control and building lasting value from their work. Industry leaders including award-winning producer and CEO & Co-founder of Kinetic Energy Entertainment Diana Williams, CEO of Artie Matt McDonald, and Founder and CEO of Collective Moxie Julie Ann Crommett share strategies for navigating deals, protecting rights, and turning ideas into sustainable careers.
The Directors of Shondaland: Vision and Story
Shondaland is synonymous with bold storytelling, unforgettable characters, and visually dynamic television. Behind every powerful performance and iconic moment is a director bringing the script to life. In this conversation, directors and creatives from the Shondaland family share how they translate story to screen across some of television’s most beloved series. From navigating emotionally charged scenes and large ensemble casts to maintaining the distinctive tone audiences expect, these filmmakers will discuss the craft, collaboration, and creative instincts that define the Shondaland style—and how they bring vision and cinematic energy to one of television’s most influential storytelling universes. Featuring Vice President of Scripted Series at Netflix, Marco Esquivel, SVP Netflix Features & ABC Series Annie Laks, and “Bridgerton” Directors Gia-Rayne Harris, Jaffar Mahmood and Nzingha Stewart.
Faith In The Frame
This panel explores the intersection of faith, spirituality, entertainment, and the growing cultural influence of values-driven storytelling. At a time when audiences search for meaning and authenticity, creators are increasingly engaging a wide and diverse spectrum of religious and spiritual perspectives on screen. Yet these portrayals carry both opportunity and responsibility. How can storytellers incorporate faith thoughtfully, avoid stereotypes, and reflect the complexity of belief in today’s world? Join us for a conversation about representation and stories rooted in diverse beliefs – uncovering the opportunity to expand audiences, foster connection, understanding, and meaningful change. Panelists include Grosse Pointe Garden Society and the upcoming Little House on the Prairie star Jocko Sims, and Nobody Wants This writer Ryann Werner.
Impact In TV: Littleton Road Productions
At this year’s Impact in TV panel, we honor Littleton Road Productions for redefining purposeful storytelling. Through series like Devil in Disguise, The Girl from Plainville, and Dr. Death, the company spotlights victims while exploring the human impact behind real-life tragedies. Beyond the screen, its impact campaigns connect audiences to resources supporting mental health, youth and LGBTQ+ homelessness, and patient advocacy. Their work shows how storytelling can drive awareness and meaningful social change. Featuring Littleton Road Productions founder Patrick Macmanus, and “Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy” star Michael Chernus.
Inside ESPN: Stories, Studios and Sports Media
Executives from ESPN’s leading storytelling brands — including ESPN Films, 30 for 30, E60, SEC Storied, and ESPN Originals — come together for a conversation on the development and production of premium sports content. The discussion will explore how ESPN brings stories to life across platforms, from acclaimed documentaries to original series, and the evolving role of storytelling within the broader Disney ecosystem. Featuring Lindsay Rovegno, the Emmy-winning Vice President & Executive Producer for ESPN Originals, José Morales, the Vice President & Executive Producer of Original Content, Producer of ESPN Original Content Scott Siebers, and senior director for 30 for 30 and ESPN Films, Ben Webber.
Micro Dramas, Major Impact
Bite-sized storytelling is having an outsized impact. This SeriesFest panel explores the rise of microdramas and how short-form, serialized content reflects evolving viewer habits while reshaping creative workflows and business models across the entertainment industry. Industry leaders and creators discuss the future of storytelling through microdramas—and highlight who’s leading the way. Featuring leaders in the microdrama space including MicroCo’s CEO Jana Winograde, MicroCo’s CCO Susan Rovner, and Executive Producer at Edgewood Place Entertainment Wendy Calhoun.
State of Indie TV: Risk, Innovation & Opportunity
Independent television is driving the future of the industry through bold ideas, entrepreneurial risk-taking, and innovative business models—and it has been central to SeriesFest since 2015. This panel brings together trailblazing creators, independent studios, and industry leaders to examine how indie TV is shaping today’s entertainment marketplace, from financing and production strategies to distribution, scale, and sustainability. Join us for a forward-looking conversation celebrating the pioneers building what’s next including Showrunner and Founder of The 51 Entertainment, Malcolm Spellman, Founder of Unleashing Giants, Emil Pinnock, Founder and CEO of Seed&Spark Emily Best, and Founder of Liston James Productions, Jaime Pressly, and her producing partner, Kelly Brown.
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