Blink Films Partners with Peter Wyles to Launch New Factual Production company, Nuntius
The UK’s factual content landscape is shifting, and a new player is emerging. Blink Films, a leading British production company, has joined forces with veteran executive producer Peter Wyles to launch Nuntius, a company poised to deliver compelling history, science, true crime, and factual entertainment programming. This collaboration signals a renewed ambition within the UK’s autonomous production sector.
A New Force in Factual: Introducing Nuntius
Peter Wyles, the founder and Creative Director of Nuntius, brings a wealth of experience to the table. He’s known for creating and executive producing a diverse range of prosperous shows across major broadcasters and streamers. Blink Films, part of Tin Roof media, will provide crucial back-office support and explore co-production opportunities, strengthening the synergy between the two companies.
Wyles’ Proven Track Record
You likely recognize Wyles’ work from a notable nine-year tenure at Future Studios (formerly Barcroft studios). There, he spearheaded popular series including:
* Real Time Crime (ID & HBO Max)
* Danny Koker’s Ultimate Rides (History)
* The Day the Dinosaurs Died (BBC & PBS)
* Attack on Pearl Harbor: Minute by Minute (Channel 5, Nat geo & Netflix)
* Vanished: The Lucie Blackman Mystery (Prime Video)
* Amazing Interiors (Netflix)
Prior to Future Studios, Wyles honed his skills at September Films and DCD Media, building a solid foundation in the industry.
Blink Films: A Foundation of Success
Blink films itself is a well-established UK producer with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality factual content. Recently, they’ve produced captivating shows like:
* Hitler’s DNA: Blueprint of a Dictator (Channel 4)
* Terror on the Space Station
* Pile Up: World’s Biggest Crash Test
* The Wimbledon Killer
* Diddy: Making of a Bad boy
* Wham: Last Christmas Unwrapped (BBC & netflix)
A Strategic Partnership
Dan Chambers and Justine Kershaw, co-founders and Creative Directors of blink Films, expressed their enthusiasm for the partnership. They believe the companies’ shared values and complementary strengths will unlock significant opportunities for growth. ”Peter Wyles is one of the most talented executive producers in the non-scripted world and we are all vrey excited to be partnering with him in Nuntius,” they stated.
Looking Ahead: Nuntius’ Vision
Wyles envisions Nuntius as a provider of popular, entertaining, and high-quality unscripted content. He aims to serve the evolving needs of broadcasters, streamers, and digital platforms. “We set up Nuntius to deliver popular, entertaining and high-quality unscripted content to broadcasters and streamers across the fast-evolving media landscape,” Wyles explained.He’s confident that combining his vision with Blink’s established track record will lead to success.
A Positive Trend for UK Production
This launch comes at a time when the UK production sector has faced challenges, particularly for smaller independent companies. However,recent developments,like zig zag Productions’ launch of a Special Purpose Vehicle with Seventy7Ventures,suggest a growing ambition and resilience within the industry.This new venture with nuntius further reinforces that positive trend, signaling a vibrant future for UK factual programming.
