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Czech Republic

Two Minutes, Cliffhangers, and Vertical Format: Česká spořitelna Experiments with the Power of Microdramatics

Campaign: Blue Heat – #silnější story

Source: https://www.mam.cz/novinky/kreativita-a-kampane/2026-10/dve-minuty-cliffhanger-a-vertikalni-format-ceska-sporitelna-zkousi-silu-mikrodramat/

Goal: Engaging young audiences through storytelling

Claim: #silnější

Media: TikTok, Instagram, YouTube

Summary: Česká spořitelna is launching a 24-episode micro-drama series called Blue Heat – #silnější story aimed at young audiences on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. The series focuses on quick episodes that end with cliffhangers, aiming to keep viewers watching for the story rather than the product. The campaign conveys the message of believing in oneself as part of the narrative, rather than as a traditional advertisement. This approach aligns with changing consumption habits among younger viewers who prefer engaging and relevant content.

Singapore

Gen Z perspectives: New agency pairings and a microdrama plot twist

Brand: Grab Singapore

Campaign: I Fell In Love With My Grab Driver

Source: https://www.marketing-interactive.com/gen-z-perspectives-new-agency-pairings-and-a-microdrama-plot-twist

Goal: To engage customers through innovative storytelling

Media: Microdrama

Summary: Grab Singapore has responded to feedback regarding its first microdrama, 'I Fell In Love With My Grab Driver', acknowledging that it should have been more thoughtful in its portrayal of the romance between a Grab driver and passenger. The campaign has sparked discussions about the responsibilities of brands in creative storytelling.

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Global

Why Nuuly is betting on a microdrama for its social-first fall campaign

Brand: Nuuly

Campaign: Heart on My Sleeve

Source: https://www.marketingdive.com/news/why-nuuly-is-betting-on-a-microdrama-for-its-social-first-fall-campaign/828301/

Goal: Build awareness and deliver entertainment through social media

Media: Social media, TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts

Summary: Nuuly, the clothing-rental brand under Urban Outfitters, is launching its fall 2026 campaign titled 'Heart on My Sleeve,' which features a microdrama exploring modern dating experiences. The 12-part series aims to engage its Gen Z audience by focusing on shareability and entertaining storytelling on social media, rather than direct selling. The campaign showcases outfits from popular brands and includes relatable elements for Nuuly users. Developed with Dayna's House, the project reflects a quick production cycle typical of microdramas.

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Norway

Norwegian Creator to Make Microdrama for Google

Brand: Google

Campaign: Microdrama Series

Source: https://www.kampanje.com/premium/norsk-serieskaper-skal-lage-mikrodrama-for-google/1022501

Goal: To produce a microdrama series targeted at the American market

Media: Social media

Summary: Norwegian creator Caroline Glomnes is set to create a new microdrama series with The Oslo Company, commissioned by Google. The series, inspired by real events in Glomnes's life, will mainly target the American audience and is filmed in Los Angeles and Oslo. It focuses on short, engaging stories suitable for social media platforms.

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Jamie Oliver partners Life360 for microdrama comedy series

Brand: Life360

Campaign: microdrama comedy series

Source: https://www.campaignlive.co.uk/article/jamie-oliver-partners-life360-microdrama-comedy-series/1967534

Goal: To promote Life360 through entertainment

Summary: Jamie Oliver has collaborated with Life360 to create a microdrama comedy series designed to engage audiences and promote the Life360 brand.

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Croatia

Jamie Oliver Seeks Himself, and Life360 Turns His Midlife Crisis into a Microdrama

Brand: Life360

Campaign: Finding Jamie (While He’s Finding Himself)

Source: https://www.media-marketing.com/vijesti/jamie-oliver-trazi-sebe-a-life360-njegovu-krizu-srednjih-godina-pretvara-u-microdramu/

Goal: To explore identity and family connection using wellness practices.

Media: social media

Summary: Jamie Oliver embarks on a journey of self-discovery while his family tracks him using the Life360 app. This unique microdrama series showcases Oliver's exploration of wellness practices and integrates Life360’s location-tracking functionality into the narrative. The project highlights Oliver's connection to the brand, as his family has utilized the app for over a decade, making it central to the storyline.

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