Award-winning stories and innovative tech shaping the future of creative media.
Tough Crowd is a creative media studio producing bold, pop-forward film, TV, and digital content that sparks cultural conversation. Our work bridges art and impact, blending sharp storytelling with commercial appeal to reach audiences far beyond traditional boundaries. From documentaries and scripted features to digital formats, Tough Crowd champions fearless creativity, diverse voices, and uncompromising craft. We believe great stories don’t just reflect the world, they challenge it, provoke it, and make it pay attention.
Meet the Team
Tough Crowd was founded by Charlotte Knowles, an award-winning producer and executive dedicated to powerful stories told through wit and irony. Her credits include the BAFTA Scotland and BIFA-nominated Rebel Dykes, The Medallion (winner at Clermont-Ferrand), and Palestine Comedy Club, BIFA-NOMINATED, Winner of Spirit of Raindance Award.
Tough Crowd projects bring together exceptional creatives from across the world including Libby Knowles (editor), Alaa Aliabdallah (Director), Alaa Shehada (Comedian), Sam Beale (writer/director), Sasha Damjanovski (writer/director), and many more.
