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Neil Gillard

Neil Gillard

UK 2026

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Neil advises on all aspects of film and television production, finance and distribution.

‘‘I advise on the entire lifecycle of a production, from development, financing, production right through to exploitation. I advise a range of production companies (see some examples below) as well as broadcasters such as Sky, film/television distributors and sales agents such as eOne and Endeavor Content, and banks and other funders such as Creative Scotland.’’

My TV production company clients include:

Cowboy (“Top Boy”)

DNA (“DEVS”),

Ecosse (“Keeler”),

Eleven (“Sex Education”),

Eleventh Hour (“Alex Rider”),

Fulwell 73 (“The Late Late Show”, “Bros”),

The Ink Factory (“The Night Manager”, “Little Drummer Girl”),

Mammoth (“World on Fire”),

See Saw (“Slow Horses”)

Sister Pictures (“Chernobyl”),

Synchronicity (“The Cry”) and

Turbine Studios (“Small Axe”).

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Chambers Guide to the Legal Profession

Media & Entertainment: Film & Television - UK-wide

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Band 2

Individual Editorial
Neil Gillard is highly recommended for his work on behalf of production companies in all stages of film and TV finance, production and distribution. He frequently advises on the cross-border licensing of popular TV productions and franchises.

Strengths

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  • Neil is a pleasure to work with, always helpful and calm, and gives excellent advice.

    Media & Entertainment: Film & TelevisionChambers Guide to the Legal Profession
  • Neil is very sharp, knows the industry, the players and the commissioners. He understands the deal structures, and is fast and responsive.

    Media & Entertainment: Film & TelevisionChambers Guide to the Legal Profession

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