Vertical Drama in the UK: Present and Future 🇬🇧
​Vertical drama is rapidly becoming a serious opportunity for UK producers, studios, and storytellers. Join Behind the Verticals for a live panel discussion with industry leaders working at the forefront of vertical and micro drama to explore where the UK market stands today and where it is heading next.
​Behind the Verticals presents Vertical Drama in the UK Present and Future, a 60 minute live webinar examining the growth of vertical and micro drama and what it means for the UK screen industry.
​As audience habits shift and global platforms invest heavily in vertical first storytelling, UK producers are beginning to engage with new production models, new partners, and new creative formats. This session brings together producers and executives who are actively working in this space to share firsthand insights into how vertical drama is being developed, produced, and positioned in the UK and internationally.
​The conversation will cover practical realities of working in vertical drama, including format considerations, platform expectations, production workflows, and commercial opportunities. Whether you are already experimenting with vertical storytelling or just starting to explore it, this webinar will provide clear industry context and actionable insights.
​What You Will Learn
​• The current state of vertical and micro drama in the UK
• How UK producers are working with international platforms
• What makes vertical drama distinct from traditional formats
• Audience behavior and why vertical first storytelling matters
• Commercial opportunities and challenges in the UK market
• How creators and producers can prepare for what comes next
​Speakers
​Samantha Sun from ReelForce
Team members from Onset Octopus
Marina Elderton from EMC Productions/Tattle TV
​Who Should Attend
​Producers, writers, development executives, actors, commissioners, digital content creators, and anyone interested in the future of vertical storytelling and micro drama.
​If you cannot attend live, the full recording will be shared with subscribers via the Behind the Verticals newsletter after the event.