Inventing tomorrow's entertainment today
Devlin Entertainment is an independent creator-owned entertainment production company developing and producing original television formats for global audiences. Based between the UK and Ireland, we create bold, returnable entertainment with long-term franchise potential. From original concepts through to production, we work with broadcasters, production partners and streaming platforms to bring distinctive ideas to life. Our focus is on building enduring entertainment brands, not simply creating programmes, with every project designed for international adaptation, scalability and lasting audience appeal.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 🇮🇪 Ireland
The Next Global Entertainment Hit
Starts Here
Devlin Entertainment Ltd is an independent creator-owned entertainment production company creating and producing premium original television formats for global audiences. We develop distinctive intellectual property from concept to screen, building returnable entertainment brands with international format potential and long-term commercial value for broadcasters, streamers and production partners.
Founder-led creator-owned entertainment production company building original IP with global franchise potential.
Creating Entertainment Franchises for Global Audiences
Led by our flagship format, The Crooner, Devlin Entertainment creates, develops and produces original entertainment designed for international audiences and long-term commercial success.
As an independent creator-owned entertainment production company, we develop premium television formats with strong franchise potential, combining compelling creative concepts with robust format architecture and production expertise.
Every project is designed as a returnable entertainment brand—built for repeatability, audience engagement and international adaptability. From the earliest stages of development, we prioritise format integrity, commercial protection and production viability, ensuring our intellectual property is positioned for long-term licensing, international adaptation and sustainable growth.
Our productions are conceived with multi-platform opportunities in mind, extending beyond traditional broadcast to streaming services, digital content, live experiences, music integration and brand partnerships where appropriate.
Alongside premium entertainment formats, we also develop high-quality short-form scripted and vertical drama content for emerging digital platforms and international distributors.
At Devlin Entertainment, our ambition is not simply to create successful television programmes. We create original intellectual property with the vision, production capability and commercial foundations to become enduring global entertainment franchises.
Our innovative formats
Devlin Entertainment Ltd is a UK–Irish creator-owned entertainment production company specialising in premium music-led entertainment, original television formats and multi-platform entertainment brands designed for global audiences.
At the centre of our slate is The Crooner, our flagship entertainment franchise, a music-driven format built around powerful storytelling, performance and audience connection, with the potential for international adaptation across multiple territories and platforms.
Our projects are developed from concept through to production, combining original creative vision, robust format mechanics and production expertise to create distinctive entertainment properties designed for repeatability, scalability and long-term growth.
We work with broadcasters, production partners, creative talent and industry professionals to bring original ideas to life while protecting the integrity and value of the intellectual property we create.
Full format materials, development documentation and production information are shared with industry partners on a selective and confidential basis.
Audience-led engagement
Our formats puts the audience in control, shaping the show's narrative through interactive voting.
Multi-platform expansion
Designed for TV, live touring, digital content, and music publishing – truly global potential.
Global licensing & IP
Robust commercial frameworks ensure clear intellectual property ownership and global licensing opportunities.
About Devlin Entertainment Ltd
Devlin Entertainment Ltd is an independent UK–Irish creator-owned entertainment production company based in Manchester, United Kingdom, founded by former jazz swing international vocalist and award-winning creator Wayne Devlin BCAa.
Driven by a passion for original storytelling and innovative entertainment, Devlin Entertainment creates, develops and produces premium television formats, music entertainment, documentary projects and high-emotion scripted content for global audiences.
With a growing slate of original intellectual property, the company focuses on building distinctive entertainment brands with international appeal, combining creative vision, strong format design and production expertise to deliver content with long-term franchise potential.
“I have worked with Wayne on a number of television pitches and format creation sessions, I'm a huge fan, he has a real understanding of the audience at home combined with commercial awareness and a clear vision when it comes to storytelling. Wayne combines creative instinct with strategic thinking, ensuring ideas are not only original but scalable and internationally viable. He is focused, collaborative and understands the realities of the commissioning process. I’m pleased to support his next chapter with Devlin Entertainment Ltd.”
Nigel Hall, Creator of International television franchises including Stars In Their Eyes, The X Factor and Got Talent
Our vision for entertainment
We operate at the intersection of timeless entertainment, powerful storytelling and modern broadcast innovation. Our vision is to create, develop and produce original entertainment that connects with audiences across generations, combining creative ambition with strong format design, production excellence and international scalability. We focus on building enduring entertainment brands with the potential to travel across territories, platforms and generations, while creating meaningful partnerships with broadcasters, streamers, distributors and creative talent around the world.
Get in touch
Please note that Devlin Entertainment Ltd does not accept or review unsolicited programme ideas or submissions. Any materials sent to the company without prior written request will be deleted without review