The Hot House returns for 2026

Latest 6 Jan 2026

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Film London is excited to partner with Climate Spring once again for The Hot House development lab for scripted long-form TV and feature film projects.

The Hot House 2026 writers development lab for scripted longform TV and feature film projects is now open for applications.

Part of Climate Spring’s writers development offering, and run in collaboration with BBC Writers and Film London, the 8-week lab supports screen writing talent in creating engaging and commercially viable climate stories for film and TV, while offering industry exposure and expert guidance.

Championing visions of a regenerative future, this year’s The Hot House focuses on inspiring world building stories and regenerative storyworld design. This brief has been chosen to help creatives craft stories that allow us to imagine, see and feel the future we’re fighting for.

Click here for full details and to apply.