MUMBAI: Suzanne Mackie, one of the executive producers behind the hit Netflix show The Crown, is all set to launch her own production company. Mackie is leaving UK-based Left Bank Pictures to set up Orchid Pictures.

Mackie, a prominent force in British drama, will continue to remain as an EP on the Left Bank-produced The Crown for the period drama’s upcoming final two seasons, shooting for which begins next year.

Orchid Pictures will be based in London and it will work on projects across both TV and film. Sky development co-ordinator Hannah Campbell will also be joining Orchid as part of its initial team, with the company engaged by Netflix to produce a slate of projects from emerging and established talent.

During her tenure in Left Bank Mackie developed and executive produced projects such as Sky1’s Mad Dogs and BBC1’s The Replacement. She is also attached to executive produce on the upcoming Netflix series Behind Her Eyes.

“Having spent 12 very happy and creatively fulfilling years working with Andy Harries and the team at Left Bank Pictures, starting my own company felt like an exciting next chapter in my career. The opportunity of further deepening my collaboration with Netflix presented an immensely exciting opportunity,” said Mackie.

Left Bank Pictures CEO Andy Harries said, “I have enjoyed an amazing journey with Suzanne, from Mad Dogs to Misbehaviour with lots of The Crown on top. She is smart, wise and has great taste. I have no doubt she will create some classy new shows for Netflix as well as riding side-saddle with us on The Crown.”