The Mob (company)
The Mob Film Company (branded as MOB) is a British media production company with offices in London and Manchester. Founded in 1998, the company celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2023. It is known for producing commercials, branded content, documentaries, and sports-related media for a variety of international clients.[1]
History
The Mob was founded in London in 1998, initially operating as a boutique film and content production house.[2] The company later opened a second hub in Manchester, supporting its growth into wider content and sports production markets.[3]
Operations and Services
The Mob provides end-to-end production services, including pre‑production, filming, and post-production.[4][5] The services offered include TV commercials, corporate and branded content, documentaries, sports promotions, CGI/VFX, and AI-enhanced post-production workflows. The company works with a broad spectrum of sectors, including automotive, sports, FMCG, technology, fashion, lifestyle, and children’s programming.
Notable Clients and Productions
The Mob’s client list spans major global and UK brands such as Sony PlayStation, VW, Audi, Johnnie Walker, Nike, Smirnoff, Thomas Cook. Sporting content collaborations include promos for major sports events and teams, with a dedicated division, “Mob Sport,” operating from Manchester.[6]
Locations and Staff
The Mob is headquartered in London (Kings Road and Great Smith Street) and Manchester.[7] It employs between 11 and 50 staff.[8]
Recognition
The Mob is a multi-award-winning company, with a track record in high-profile commercials and branded content.[9]
References
- ^ "Mob: Commercial & Content Production Company". Mob Film. 2018-03-19. Retrieved 2025-07-10.
- ^ "The Mob Film Company open office in Leeds - UK Broadcast News | 31/10/2005". www.4rfv.co.uk. Retrieved 2025-07-10.
- ^ "The Mob Film Company 2025 Profile: Valuation, Investors, Acquisition | PitchBook". pitchbook.com. Retrieved 2025-07-10.
- ^ "The Mob Film Company". www.mandy.com. Retrieved 2025-07-10.
- ^ "What is a Commercial Production Company?". Mob Film. 2022-12-27. Retrieved 2025-07-10.
- ^ "Mob Film Co. Launches Mob Sport | LBBOnline". lbbonline.com. Retrieved 2025-07-10.
- ^ "The Mob is a British media production company, based in London and Manchester". www.4rfv.co.uk. Retrieved 2025-07-10.
- ^ "The Mob Film Company 2025 Profile: Valuation, Investors, Acquisition | PitchBook". pitchbook.com. Retrieved 2025-07-10.
- ^ Goldsmith-Rybka, Yvonne (2017-05-04). "Worker Bee: meet Mark Collins, the Director of Production at The Mob Film Company". I Love Manchester. Retrieved 2025-07-10.