The bi-lingual series offers viewers an exclusive glimpse of five prominent UAE-based brokers as they navigate the real estate landscape in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, while balancing their personal lives.
The real estate series Million Dollar Listing: UAE, the first international version of the popular reality TV franchise, has premiered on The Roku Channel in the United States.
Produced by Image Nation Abu Dhabi, the show was made possible through an exclusive licensing agreement with NBCUniversal Formats, a division of Universal International Studios under Comcast’s NBCUniversal. The series is now accessible to Roku’s vast audience of nearly 83m streaming households.
Described as a bilingual series, Million Dollar Listing: UAE follows a dynamic group of real estate agents in the United Arab Emirates, featuring a special appearance by Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles stars Josh Altman and his brother Matt.
The cast includes seasoned estate agent Ben Bandari, who also serves as an executive producer, alongside newcomers Zay Brown, Nassira Sekkay, Rami Wahood and Riad Gohar. The series is sponsored by Abu Dhabi-based real estate developer Aldar and Dubai’s luxury boutique developer Innovate Living.
David Eilenberg, Head of content at Roku Media, said: “We’re always looking for top-quality entertainment with broad appeal to offer viewers on our platform. The first international version of this successful franchise promises to entertain audiences with an inside look at the glitzy, glamorous luxury real estate market.”
Ben Ross, Acting CEO of Image Nation Abu Dhabi, added: “We’re thrilled to introduce US audiences to the first-ever international version of the much-loved franchise Million Dollar Listing. The show offers a unique opportunity for viewers on The Roku Channel to explore the UAE’s luxury real estate market while immersing themselves in the country’s vibrant culture and rich heritage.”
Maaz Sheikh, CEO and co-founder of Starzplay, stated: “This series has quickly become one of the most streamed shows on our platform, highlighting its exceptional quality and broad appeal. As we continue to deliver exclusive and premium content, partnerships like this demonstrate our commitment to providing unparalleled entertainment experiences.”
The nine-episode box set secured the top spot in the UAE on the Middle East and North Africa’s fastest-growing subscription video-on-demand platform within 24 hours of its release.
