TelevisaUnivision 2025-26 Upfront Spotlights Streaming, Reality, Microdramas, Women’s Soccer

TelevisaUnivision will expand its short-form content slate​ with one-minute ​episodes of fast-paced​ ... More scripted ​original vertical video series designed for mobile viewing. ​Streaming, extreme reality shows, new ​24/7 formats, short vertical video content, women’s soccer competitions and music weighs heavily in TelevisaUnivision​’s vision for the upcoming season. The company announced new shows, expanded sports rights, and digital initiatives aimed at strengthening its position in the Spanish-language media linear and streaming space. At its 2025 Upfront,​ top company executives Donna Speciale​ (President of U.S. ​a​d ​sales and ​marketing​), Ignacio Meyer​ (President of Univision Networks Group​), and Rafael Urbina​ (President of Streaming and Digital​) outlined its programming and strategy​. They emphasized a content-driven approach and a continued focus on U.S. Hispanic audiences​, noting the company’s integrated ecosystem across TV and streaming. ViX, the company’s streaming platform, now reaches 28 million U.S. viewers. Programming and content will focus on cross-generational impact, including: ​L​aunch of microdramas​: TelevisaUnivision will expand its short-form content slate​ with one-minute ​episodes of fast-paced​ scripted ​original vertical video series designed for mobile viewing. Forty original microdramas will debut on ViX​ lin the second half of​ this year, with plans to e​x​t​end into comedy and documentaries. ​Expanded soccer rights: The company also announced a new deal with Concacaf, adding a full slate of the Confederation’s​ women’s soccer competitions to its sports lineup, which already includes Liga MX, UEFA Champions League. Streaming Ad Innovation:​ ViX​ will introduc​e new immersive in-show ads​ for brand integration, built in partnership with TripleLift.​ ​L​aunch of Music ​Initiatives:​ The new music festival​ YA Fest​ will launch in September 2026 across three cities, featuring live performances and digital experiences. The company is also introducing ViX Música, a dedicated streaming hub for Latin music content, including concerts, interviews, and behind-the-scenes specials. Partnerships include exclusive streaming of iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina and new docu-specials, starting with an inside look at Prince Royce’s latest album​, Eterno . Julián Gil and Valeria Marin host extreme reality competition “Conquistador.” 2025–2026 Programming Highlights Con Esa Misma Mirada​ – Season 1 and 2 : ​The ViX original, starring Mexico’s former first lady and actress Angélica Rivera,​ joins the Univision lineup. Also featuring Diego Klein, Sofía Castro, Iván Sánchez, and Ximena Herrera. CDI: Código de Investigación : True crime series​, launched in January 2025, continues exploring notable cases with expert analysis​. Doménica Montero : A woman rebuilds her life after betrayal,​ only to face new enemies, forbidden love, and a past that won’t let her go. Starring Angelique Boyer. El Conquistador : Survival reality show set in the Dominican Republic, with contestants facing physical and mental challenges.​ Hosted by​ Julián Gil and Valeria Marín​. Juego de Voces : Musical competition​,​ hosted by Angélica Vale​, return​s for third season. La Mansión 24/7 : Reality series ​from the creators of Nuestra Belleza Latina​, offering round-the-clock access to contestants’ lives. Los Hilos del Pasado : A fashion designer discovers a young model is her long-lost daughter.​ Starring Yadhira Carrilo, Bárbara López, Emmanuel Palomares, Eduardo Santamarina and David Zepeda. Monteverde : Fleeing from a crime she didn’t commit, woman hides in ​the town​ of Monteverde, impersonating her nun sister.​ Starring África Zavala and Gabriel Soto. Papás por Siempre : Drama about the lengths parents go to protect their children.​ Starring José Ron and Ariadne Díaz. Regalo de Amor : A widow uncovers secrets after her husband’s death​, including a little girl mysteriously registered as her daughter.​ Starring Alejandra Robles Gil and Chris Pazcal. ¿Quién es la Máscara? : Celebrity singing competition with hidden identities. ¿Quién Caerá?​ Season 3 (UNIMÁS): Game show where contestants answer questions to win cash prizes.​ Adamari López​ hosts. ¿Quién Caerá? KIDS​ (UNIMÁS) : Kids’ edition of the quiz show.​ Hosted by Adamari López and her daughter Alaïa Costa-López. Live Events The slate includes established live events such as Premio Lo Nuestro, Premios Juventud, the Latin GRAMMY Awards, and the New Year’s Eve special ¡Feliz 2026! YA Fest will also air live across platforms. Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/veronicavillafane/2025/05/13/televisaunivision-2025-26-upfront-spotlights-streaming-reality-microdramas-womens-soccer/