Studio71 to Produce Forged with Steele for HISTORY in the U.K.

A+E Networks UK has commissioned Studio71 to produce a new series featuring YouTube star Alec Steele for its flagship channel HISTORY in the U.K.

Forged with Steele, an 18×30-minute series, follows the up-and-coming star of English blacksmithing and blade-smithing, YouTube personality Alec Steele, as he recreates an array of historic weaponry in his Norwich forge. He creates weapons from history’s most iconic battles.

Premiering in the U.K. this October, the series is a companion piece for the HISTORY hit series Forged in Fire. Studio71 is a Red Arrow Studios company.

Dan Korn, the VP of programming at A+E Networks UK, said, “HISTORY first came across Alec Steele a year or so ago, when commissioning a series of short films called Forged in Britain. Since then, Alec has become a YouTube phenomenon and we are delighted to be collaborating with him on this new series, showcasing the full range of his remarkable and captivating talents.”

James Stafford, the managing director of Studio71 UK, commented, “We’re delighted to be working with Alec Steele in developing his content for TV and bringing his expertise to new audiences on HISTORY. Identifying talent and translating their skills, stories and expertise to both new and traditional platforms is an exciting and growing part of our business.”

Forged with Steele has completed production. After it airs in the U.K., series will then broadcast in Sweden. Forged with Steele will be distributed worldwide by Red Arrow Studios International.