BBC Studios inks first-look deal with Uplands TV BBC Studios has secured a first-look deal with Uplands TV, the award-winning production company founded by David Olusoga and Mike Smith. The three-year deal gives the BBC’s commercial arm a ... February 23, 2021 BBC Studios has secured a first-look deal with Uplands TV, the award-winning production company founded by David Olusoga and Mike Smith. The three-year deal gives the BBC’s commercial arm a first look option on Uplands’ development slate, with a focus on premium history, documentaries and landmark series. Uplands TV launched in 2017 with a focus on history, current affairs, specialist factual and travel & adventure programs. Some of the company’s critically acclaimed titles include,