Peaky Blinders industry Flashcards
What is Peaky Blinders?
A co-production between Caryn Mandabach productions, Tiger Aspect, and Yorkshire Screen Fund.
Who created Peaky Blinders?
Steven Knight.
What type of stories did Steven Knight write before Peaky Blinders?
Crime dramas with strong characterisation and explorations of social issues.
Which company distributed Peaky Blinders in the USA initially?
The Weinstein Company.
To which platform were the rights for Peaky Blinders sold after the #MeToo movement?
Netflix.
What is Netflix’s commitment regarding local stories?
Telling local stories on a global platform.
What elements of narratives may appeal to global audiences?
Universal themes and shared values.
What is the BBC’s model compared to commercial broadcasters?
The BBC is a public service broadcaster and non-profit institution.
How has the BBC shifted its production focus since 2011?
By moving studios and offices from London to Manchester and other northern cities.
What investment has the BBC made regarding Peaky Blinders?
Investment for productions shot and produced in the Midlands.
How has Netflix supported BBC productions?
By providing cash injections for struggling titles.
What is the global reputation of the BBC?
A quality media brand.
What percentage of Netflix’s commissioned content in 2021 was from outside the US and Canada?
80%.
Which show had the highest popularity on Netflix after Peaky Blinders?
Stranger Things.
What was the viewing figure for Season 6 of Peaky Blinders on BBC 1?
5.42 million viewers.
