Always Quote by Chris Chibnall
“You should always think about the mainstream audience first and foremost, because frankly they are the people who are going to get the show recommissioned. There are not enough genre fans to support shows.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: BBC, 2022
Prioritize mainstream audiences to secure funding, as niche fans alone rarely sustain a show.
In simple terms: Focus on mass appeal to keep a show alive.
Balance broad appeal with creative vision.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- TV production
- show pitching
- budget planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can creators honor niche fans while courting the masses?
- What strategies keep artistic integrity intact?
Risk of alienating core fans.