Jed Mercurio and Jimmy Mulville’s Htm Television has signed a multi-year first-look deal with 20th Television.
Mercurio’s latest series, “Bodyguard” and “Line of Duty,” have both broke ratings records for UK television drama. His other credits include “Bodies,” “Lady Chatterley’s Lover,” “Critical,” “Strike Back,” “The Grimleys,” and “Cardiac Arrest.” Mulville is known for his work on shows like “Whose Line is it Anyway?” “Episodes” starring Matt LeBlanc, “Flack” starring Anna Paquin, “Kate & Koji” starring Brenda Blethyn and Jimmy Akingbola, and the hit Channel 4 comedy “Derry Girls.”
“We are huge fans of Jed and Jimmy’s work at this studio, from Jed’s “Line of Duty” and “Bodyguard” to Jimmy’s “Episodes” and “Whose Line…?,” so we jumped at the chance to be in business with their prolific Htm Television,” said Karey Burke, president of 20th TV. “These guys are artists at the top of their games...
Mercurio’s latest series, “Bodyguard” and “Line of Duty,” have both broke ratings records for UK television drama. His other credits include “Bodies,” “Lady Chatterley’s Lover,” “Critical,” “Strike Back,” “The Grimleys,” and “Cardiac Arrest.” Mulville is known for his work on shows like “Whose Line is it Anyway?” “Episodes” starring Matt LeBlanc, “Flack” starring Anna Paquin, “Kate & Koji” starring Brenda Blethyn and Jimmy Akingbola, and the hit Channel 4 comedy “Derry Girls.”
“We are huge fans of Jed and Jimmy’s work at this studio, from Jed’s “Line of Duty” and “Bodyguard” to Jimmy’s “Episodes” and “Whose Line…?,” so we jumped at the chance to be in business with their prolific Htm Television,” said Karey Burke, president of 20th TV. “These guys are artists at the top of their games...
- 11/4/2021
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Bodyguard and Line of Duty creator Jed Mercurio is to give a keynote session at the Banff World Media Festival in June.
The British writer and producer will take part in an exclusive In Conversation With address as the Rocky Mountains-set conference celebrates its 40th anniversary.
Mercurio will speak on Monday June 10 at the event, which runs 9-12 June at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel in Banff, Alberta, Canada. Marking his first North American speaking engagement, he will discuss his work as a showrunner and his recent BBC drama hits. He will also touch on previous series including Lady Chatterley’s Lover, Critical, Strike Back, Bodies, The Grimleys and Cardiac Arrest.
He is the latest A-list name to take part in the Canadian event with DreamWorks co-founder Jeffrey Katzenberg also giving a keynote speech. Katzenberg, who is currently Managing Partner of WndrCo and Chairman and Founder of Quibi, will speak on Sunday,...
The British writer and producer will take part in an exclusive In Conversation With address as the Rocky Mountains-set conference celebrates its 40th anniversary.
Mercurio will speak on Monday June 10 at the event, which runs 9-12 June at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel in Banff, Alberta, Canada. Marking his first North American speaking engagement, he will discuss his work as a showrunner and his recent BBC drama hits. He will also touch on previous series including Lady Chatterley’s Lover, Critical, Strike Back, Bodies, The Grimleys and Cardiac Arrest.
He is the latest A-list name to take part in the Canadian event with DreamWorks co-founder Jeffrey Katzenberg also giving a keynote speech. Katzenberg, who is currently Managing Partner of WndrCo and Chairman and Founder of Quibi, will speak on Sunday,...
- 4/10/2019
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Actor Lewis Collins has died, aged 67.
The Professionals star passed away in Los Angeles after a five-year battle with cancer, his agent told BBC News.
The actor was perhaps best known for playing Bodie in the 1970's TV drama alongside Martin Shaw.
His agent said: "He died peacefully at his La home surrounded by his family. Privacy is asked for at this very sad time."
The Professionals centred around the cases of the fictional crime fighting unit named CI5.
The ITV programme was ratings success in the 1970s and early 1980s.
Collins auditioned for the role of James Bond in 1982, but was reportedly thought "too aggressive" for the part.
His other roles included Sas captain Peter Skellen in 1982's Who Dares Wins, George Godley in Jack the Ripper and parts in The Grimleys, The Bill, Cluedo and The New Avengers.
Watch the intro from The Professionals below:...
The Professionals star passed away in Los Angeles after a five-year battle with cancer, his agent told BBC News.
The actor was perhaps best known for playing Bodie in the 1970's TV drama alongside Martin Shaw.
His agent said: "He died peacefully at his La home surrounded by his family. Privacy is asked for at this very sad time."
The Professionals centred around the cases of the fictional crime fighting unit named CI5.
The ITV programme was ratings success in the 1970s and early 1980s.
Collins auditioned for the role of James Bond in 1982, but was reportedly thought "too aggressive" for the part.
His other roles included Sas captain Peter Skellen in 1982's Who Dares Wins, George Godley in Jack the Ripper and parts in The Grimleys, The Bill, Cluedo and The New Avengers.
Watch the intro from The Professionals below:...
- 11/28/2013
- Digital Spy
IMDb.com, Inc. takes no responsibility for the content or accuracy of the above news articles, Tweets, or blog posts. This content is published for the entertainment of our users only. The news articles, Tweets, and blog posts do not represent IMDb's opinions nor can we guarantee that the reporting therein is completely factual. Please visit the source responsible for the item in question to report any concerns you may have regarding content or accuracy.