The Night Before Christmas in Wonderland
Release Date: 2024
Produced by Lupus Films
Distributed by Universal/Sky Cinema
Film & TV just got Brighter
The Bright Agency negotiates the sale of stage and screen rights to our authors’ and illustrators’ work, resulting in acclaimed and successful adaptations for cinema, television, theatre, and new media on a global scale.
We have earned a strong reputation for our proactive approach and are fiercely protective of our clients’ creative vision. Our work includes optioning material to some of the world’s foremost producers, film companies, broadcasters, and streaming platforms.
We have projects in development with leading international partners. These include DreamWorks, Lupus Films, Netflix, BBC, Sky, and Universal, reflecting the breadth and calibre of our collaborations.
Each adaptation is unique and demands careful thought about its natural home. Whether with an independent film, a global streaming platform, theatre, or animation studio, our role is to secure the most suitable partner and safeguard our clients’ interests at every stage.
The Bear and the Piano
Produced by Mackinnon & Saunders (In Development)
Supertato
Release Date: 2022
Produced by BBC Studios Kids & Family
Distributed by BBC / CBeebies
Les Mini-Héros de la Forêt
Release Date: 2024
Produced by Movimenti
Distributed by RAI Play
From initial offer through to public release, The Bright Agency provides ongoing guidance and support, with additional resources made available as needed. We are deeply committed to protecting the creative vision of our clients, whilst ensuring the strongest commercial outcome.
We are proud to represent talent in the children’s field at any stage of their career, and we continue to welcome submissions from artists and writers of all backgrounds.
Meet the Team
Richard Scrivener sits on the board of The Bright Agency, where he leads the development of the company’s film, television, stage and merchandising rights portfolio. With over three decades of experience in the children’s publishing industry, Richard is a leading figure at the intersection of children's publishing and screen. He has brokered numerous high-profile option agreements with major studios and producers in both Hollywood and the UK. Richard’s passion lies in understanding and maintaining the integrity of an author or artist’s vision, whilst at the same time, securing the best deal possible for the benefit of the client.
Richard has a proven record of building partnerships with broadcasters, streamers and production companies. His expertise and longstanding relationships ensure Bright’s creators find the right media home for their work. He also helps clients by navigating new business models being created by the fast-changing media landscape. And more generally supports the Bright senior management and agent team with strategic advice in relation to contractual matters and key publisher relationships.
