Our Film & TV lawyers deliver legal and commercial insight to many of the industry’s most influential producers, financiers, broadcasters and creatives.
With over 20 years of established practice, our full-service team is trusted by the biggest names in the industry because we’re not just experts in the law – we specialise in the business of entertainment.
Recognised as one of the leading practices for film worldwide, we represent all of the US motion picture studios and many key distributors and leading independent producers in all aspects of their business.
Our industry-renowned production lawyers have acted for a broad spectrum of television’s leading players for over two decades – from top production companies and global streamers to major networks, broadcasters and distributors – on the commissioning and production of premium content.
Why clients choose us
Industry expertise
Our lawyers, across all legal practice areas, have deep film & TV sector experience and long-standing relationships with key stakeholders.
Strategic insight
Our unparalleled commercial experience means our advice always factors in your long-term goals, reputational risk, and deal leverage.
Global network
With international partners and cross-border capabilities, we support productions and rights across every major filming territory.
Advising the best in the business
From award-winning creatives to international studios, our Film & TV team is trusted for its judgment, innovative thinking, and deep-rooted industry knowledge – we’re the firm of choice for those who shape what the world watches. See the links below to find out more about our advice on entertainment production and financing.
Supporting the future of the Film & TV sector
In addition to our legal expertise and deep sector insight, our clients value our long-standing relationships and commitment to supporting the future of the screen industries:
Policy & advocacy
We collaborate with and advise key industry bodies such as the British Film Commission, BFI, Equity and PACT to influence policies affecting UK Film and TV, and hold a board-level position at BAFTA. We participate in liaison groups alongside government representatives, and played a central role in the creation and evolution of the UK High-End TV Tax Credit, driving international investment into the UK industry and transforming the UK’s global competitiveness in scripted content.
Close connections
Our established ties with Hollywood’s major studios, mini-majors and production companies allow us to anticipate industry needs and provide clients with commercially savvy, forward-looking legal advice. We’re equally embedded in the UK’s creative landscape, working closely with both established studios and leading independent producers.
Executive production services
As part of our commitment to spotlighting emerging talent and innovation, we founded Viewfinder. It supports creators, producers and disruptors in Film & TV, on the financing and distribution strategies for their projects, using our knowledge of the marketplace to take these projects to financial green-light. Viewfinder’s recent highlights include supporting acclaimed titles such as Oscar-winning The Father, Sundance hit Rye Lane, Bad Apples, Fran the Man and The Choral.
Supporting the next generation of diverse talent
We’re proud to partner with Roundhouse on the annual Wiggin Emerging Filmmaker Award, in addition to a charitable endowment, and providing pro-bono and volunteering support. We also hold a board-level position at the pioneering charity IntoFilm, actively contributing to its governance and decisions around funding and strategic direction.
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