House Productions’ Juliette Howell to lead BBC Studios-backed Lookout Point

Juliette Howell has been appointed as the new CEO of Lookout Point, signalling a new era for the BBC Studios-backed drama label.

Juliette Howell

Howell was the co-founder and co-CEO of House Productions, along with Tessa Ross, and will take her own projects from the House slate and integrate them with Lookout Point’s production schedule.

Ross will continue as sole CEO of House, steering the company’s film and TV ambitions into the next chapter.

The move follows the departure of Lookout Point’s previous co-CEO’s Laura Lankester and Will Johnston who both left last June to join A24.

House, founded in 2016, has delivered numerous projects including The Iron Claw, Bird and 2024’s Oscar and BAFTA-winning film Conclave – as well as the multiple BAFTA winning Sherwood, Brexit: The Uncivil War, The Good Mothers, Life After Life and the forthcoming Mint. BBC Studios added House Productions to its label roster in 2021.

Lookout Point’s slate includes Happy Valley, Gentleman Jack, A Suitable Boy and the forthcoming Pride and Prejudice adaptation for Netflix. Louise Mutter will continue as MD of Lookout Point, working alongside Howell’s leadership.

Zai Bennett, CEO and CCO, BBC Studios Productions, said: “Juliette’s appointment reflects not just the creative strength of the shows we make, but the people who make them. By placing one of our most dynamic leaders into this role, we’re ensuring Lookout Point remains fearless and creatively charged for the future. I’m also delighted that Tessa will continue to lead House Productions as she’s a true force in an intensely competitive scripted market.”

Howell said: “I’m thrilled to be bringing my exciting slate of projects from House to join Lookout Point’s impressive production slate. I can’t wait to collaborate with the brilliant team shaping the next generation of hits and to continue championing the bold distinctive storytelling that has always excited me. Lookout Point has a remarkable legacy and an appetite for ideas that resonate with audiences. Stepping into this role is an incredible opportunity, and I’m so excited about this next chapter.”

Ross added: “I’m very proud of the work that Juliette, the team and I have done together over these last 10 years at House. I’ve no doubt she’ll be a big success at Lookout Point and wish her great good luck and happiness.”