Fulwell 73, the production company behind James Corden‘s “Late Late Show,” has signed a development deal with CBS Television Studios, TheWrap has learned.
The independent U.K.-based production company is comprised of partners Ben Winston — who executive produces “The Late Late Show” — Leo Pearlman, Ben Turner and Gabe Turner.
Fulwell 73 and Winston will create all forms of television, including scripted, alternative and digital, for the studio. They will develop for broadcast and cable networks, as well as streaming services and other digital platforms.
“I am so delighted that we are partnering with CBS Television Studios,” Winston said in a statement. “David Stapf and his team have been the greatest partners on ‘The Late Late Show’ and I am so excited about what else we can do together going forward.”
Their initial project is the previously announced “Carpool Karaoke” series for Apple Music, based on the segment that has become a global viral-video sensation.
“Ben and Fulwell’s creativity and willingness to take risks have made them one of the UK’s most versatile, award-winning producers,” said David Stapf, president of CBS Television Studios. “Now, with Ben working his magic in the U.S., he has redefined the late night arena with ‘The Late Late Show,’ turning it into a multiple Emmy-nominated late night talk show in just its first season.”
“The new ‘Carpool Karaoke’ weekly series is a great start to our partnership with Fulwell 73 and we look forward to more unique and innovative programming across different platforms,” Stapf continued.
Winston and Fulwell 73 are well-known in their native U.K. as successful producers, directors and writers.
Their projects include the forthcoming Usain Bolt film, “I Am Bolt,” and “Class of 92” starring David Beckham. In February of this year, they earned the Best Music Video Brit Award for a record-breaking third consecutive year for their work with One Direction.