About Developing Room Films
Developing Room Films is an independent film and television production company dedicated to discovering, developing, and producing original stories. Through close collaboration with writers, directors, and creative partners, we create ambitious screen projects with a clear sense of purpose and identity.
Our Ethos
RELEVANT
Contemporary Relevance
We develop and produce British stories that speak to contemporary audiences — exploring the themes, experiences, and ideas that continue to shape how we understand ourselves and the world around us.
HUMAN
Human Stories
At the heart of every story are compelling characters and universal emotions. We use genre and narrative storytelling to explore meaningful themes, asking questions that connect with audiences on a human level.
ORIGINAL
Bold Storytelling
We seek out distinctive ideas and creative voices, producing ambitious narratives that offer fresh perspectives on Britain and its identity.
Meet Our TEAM
Our team brings together producers, creatives, and industry collaborators united by a passion for distinctive storytelling. We work closely with writers, directors, and talent to develop and produce ambitious film and television projects with creativity, care, and purpose.
Harvey John
As Founder of Developing Room Films, Harvey is driven by a belief in the power of original storytelling — stories that are relevant to audiences today, grounded in human experience, and brought to life through distinctive creative voices.
Emma-Kate Barry
Emma-Kate joined Developing Room Films to support the team across development and production. Passionate about original storytelling, she contributes to the company’s mission of creating ambitious British films with strong creative vision and purpose.
