UTA and the comedy division of U.K. talent management company InterTalent have signed British YouTube star, author, TV host and comedian Daniel Howell.
The news follows Howell’s global tour and builds upon the achievements of his 2020 book You Will Get Through This Night, which became a Sunday Times bestseller, online following and advocacy for LGBTQ+ and mental health causes. According to the companies, their strategic plans encompass a range of projects, from live comedy to scripted and unscripted content.
“I’m thrilled to embark on this journey with Dan,” said InterTalent’s head of comedy Hannah Layton. “His evolution from a YouTube sensation to a bestselling author and acclaimed live performer has firmly established him as an influential figure in the entertainment industry. Together, we aim to build upon this phenomenal success to reach new heights. Daniel’s distinctive perspective and ambitious creative vision are truly exciting, and...
The news follows Howell’s global tour and builds upon the achievements of his 2020 book You Will Get Through This Night, which became a Sunday Times bestseller, online following and advocacy for LGBTQ+ and mental health causes. According to the companies, their strategic plans encompass a range of projects, from live comedy to scripted and unscripted content.
“I’m thrilled to embark on this journey with Dan,” said InterTalent’s head of comedy Hannah Layton. “His evolution from a YouTube sensation to a bestselling author and acclaimed live performer has firmly established him as an influential figure in the entertainment industry. Together, we aim to build upon this phenomenal success to reach new heights. Daniel’s distinctive perspective and ambitious creative vision are truly exciting, and...
- 11/22/2023
- by Alex Ritman
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
PBS Boards Adrian Dunbar Detective Drama ‘Ridley’ For North American Distribution
PBS Distribution has taken North American rights to upcoming ITV detective drama Ridley, which stars Line of Duty’s Adrian Dunbar, following a deal with All3Media International. Currently filming in northern England, the show follows retired police officer Ridley who resumes his partnership with former protégée Di Carol Farman (Bronagh Waugh) to solve complex murder cases. All3 has secured pre-sales for the four-part drama with Npo in the Netherlands, Vrt in Flemish-speaking Belgium and Britbox in Australia. Pumpkin TV has taken VoD rights in China. The show comes from Paul Matthew Thompson (Vera) and is co-created by former Midsomer Murders exec Jonathan Fisher, whose All3-owned indie West Road Pictures is producing in association with All3Media International.
Channel 5 Orders First True Crime Drama
British broadcaster Channel 5 has turned to long-time scripted partner Clapperboard Studios to create its...
PBS Distribution has taken North American rights to upcoming ITV detective drama Ridley, which stars Line of Duty’s Adrian Dunbar, following a deal with All3Media International. Currently filming in northern England, the show follows retired police officer Ridley who resumes his partnership with former protégée Di Carol Farman (Bronagh Waugh) to solve complex murder cases. All3 has secured pre-sales for the four-part drama with Npo in the Netherlands, Vrt in Flemish-speaking Belgium and Britbox in Australia. Pumpkin TV has taken VoD rights in China. The show comes from Paul Matthew Thompson (Vera) and is co-created by former Midsomer Murders exec Jonathan Fisher, whose All3-owned indie West Road Pictures is producing in association with All3Media International.
Channel 5 Orders First True Crime Drama
British broadcaster Channel 5 has turned to long-time scripted partner Clapperboard Studios to create its...
- 4/21/2022
- by Jesse Whittock and Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
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