‘Mapogo: The Lion Throne’ Vertical Documentary Series Set at FlareFlow

COL Group’s streaming platform FlareFlow is set to launch a new premium vertical-format documentary series titled “Mapogo: The Lion Throne.” The series is a collaboration between FlareFlow and Singapore-based Bomanbridge Media, marking a significant entry into the burgeoning vertical video content space for documentaries. The project was officially unveiled at Owl&Co’s Vertical Media Summit held in Los Angeles, signaling its positioning within the industry's forward-looking content trends.

“Mapogo: The Lion Throne” focuses on wildlife and is being produced with a global audience in mind. The documentary series is slated for release across more than 200 countries via the FlareFlow platform in the latter part of the third quarter of 2026. This strategic timing aims to leverage anticipated consumer adoption of vertical viewing formats for premium content. The production has been captured using techniques suited for the vertical screen, a departure from traditional horizontal filmmaking.

The partnership between COL Group’s FlareFlow and Bomanbridge Media underscores a growing interest in innovative content delivery methods. Vertical video, traditionally associated with short-form social media content, is now being explored for more immersive and narrative-driven experiences. The launch of “Mapogo: The Lion Throne” on FlareFlow suggests a broader industry shift towards adapting storytelling for mobile-first consumption, potentially setting a precedent for future documentary productions. The series' global distribution plan indicates an ambition to reach a wide international viewership.