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British dramas on the rise
British TV exports soared to a record high of $2.5 billion, thanks to hit dramas such as Killing Eve and Fleabag, high-calibre acting, multi-layered stories and an eccentric sensibility
Britain's political clout may be wavering post Brexit, but its "soft power" and cultural influence are increasing in at least one domain: the small screen.
British television exports hit a record £1.4 billion (S$2.5 billion) in 2018/2019 - a 7 per cent increase from 2017/2018, according to figures published last October.
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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on June 04, 2020, with the headline British dramas on the rise. Subscribe
