Television
“Pitch Perfect” Series Coming to Peacock, Megan Amram Serving as Showrunner
Megan Amram has exited “The Good Place” and is entering the world of a cappella. The five-time Emmy-nominated “Good Place” and “Parks and Recreation” alumna is...
Clea DuVall and Mary Holland Reunite for “Day Job” Comedy Series
“Happiest Season” collaborators and “Veep” co-stars Clea DuVall and Mary Holland are re-teaming. “The pair are developing single-camera comedy series ‘Day...
Susan Sarandon and Anna Friel to Star in Fox Country Music Drama from Melissa London Hilfers
Susan Sarandon and Anna Friel are taking over the country music scene — on the small screen, anyway. The pair will star as country royalty in “Monarch,” a Fox drama created by...
Filming Underway for “Marie Antoinette” Series from “The Favourite” Scribe Deborah Davis
Deborah Davis is taking inspiration from another controversial monarch. The “Favourite” scribe is following up her portrait of Queen Anne with a series inspired by Marie Antoinette....
“Kevin Can F**k Himself” Renewed for Second Season at AMC
Allison McRoberts’ quest to take down her obnoxious, schlubby husband will continue. “Kevin Can F**k Himself,” a dark comedy that deconstructs the stereotypical Sitcom Wife trope,...
Zoë Kravitz Will Topline & EP Coming-of-Age Animated Series “Phatty Patty” from India Sage Wilson
With her highest-profile film role to date on the way, Zoë Kravitz is going undercover. “The Batman” is currently in post-production, and Kravitz has lined up a gig in animation before...
“Everything I Know About Love” Adaptation: Bel Powley & Emma Appleton to Star, China Moo-Young to Direct
As we previously reported, journalist Dolly Alderton is adapting her hit memoir “Everything I Know About Love” for television. Now there’s word the project — which has been been...
Susannah Grant Sex Trafficking Drama in the Works at Showtime
Susannah Grant is following up her Emmy-nominated sexual assault drama “Unbelievable” with another small screen project inspired by a harrowing true story. She has a new series in the...
Cynthia Erivo Will Topline and Exec Produce 1970s Drama-Thriller “Steel”
Cynthia Erivo received an Emmy nomination for her portrayal of Aretha Franklin in “Genius” — and now she’s set to play another brilliant, ambitious woman. She is set to...
“Never Have I Ever” Renewed for Season 3 at Netflix
It’s taken just over a month for Netflix to confirm that “Never Have I Ever” is returning for a third season, no doubt reassuring those eagerly awaiting news of the beloved...
Hulu Acquires Heist Comedy-Drama “The Unusual Suspects,” Miranda Otto Stars
Australian comedy-drama “The Unusual Suspects” is making its way stateside. Hulu acquired U.S. rights to the series, which revolves around four women from different walks of life who...
Emily Ballou Writing “English Patient” Series for the BBC
Bad news for Elaine Benes: a series adaptation of Michael Ondaatje’s novel “The English Patient” is in early development at the BBC. Deadline reports Emily Ballou is writing the Miramax...
“Adventure Time” Spinoff Centered on Fan Faves Fionna and Cake Ordered to Series at HBO Max
It’s more good news for fans of “Adventure Time”: HBO Max has given a series order to a new spinoff of the beloved animated series. According to a press release, the new show will...
Phoebe Dynevor Attached to Star In and Exec Produce “Exciting Times” for Amazon
It’s exciting times for “Bridgerton” breakout Phoebe Dynevor, who is attached to executive produce and star in a new series adaptation for Amazon. Naoise Dolan’s novel...
AMC Studios Developing Shows from Michelle Ashford, Esta Spaulding, and Rachel Caris Love
Michelle Ashford, Esta Spaulding, and Rachel Caris Love are working on projects through AMC Studios’ scripts-to-series model, “which opens writers’ rooms to develop prospective series...
Sarah O’Gorman & Vicky Jewson Will Direct “The Witcher: Blood Origin” Limited Series for Netflix
Sarah O’Gorman and Vicky Jewson are joining the Witcherverse. They have been tapped to direct “The Witcher: Blood Origin,” the prequel series to Netflix fantasy show “The...
FX Sets Brit Marling Limited Series, Taps Valerie Faris & Jonathan Dayton for “Fleishman Is in Trouble”
FX announced a limited series from “The OA’s” Brit Marling and Zal Batmanglij, and confirmed “Little Miss Sunshine’s” Valerie Faris and Jonathan Dayton have been...
“Sort Of,” Coming-of-Age Comedy Centering Gender Fluidity, Headed to HBO Max
“Sort Of” is making its way to HBO Max. The upcoming Canadian comedy will premiere on the streamer this fall, a press release announced. “Sort Of” will make its North American...
Karla-Simone Spence Will Topline ITV Period Drama “The Confessions of Frannie Langton”
Karla-Simone Spence has been tapped to lead “The Confessions of Frannie Langton,” an ITV period drama based Sara Collins’ award-winning 2019 novel. The “Gold Digger”...
“Physical” Renewed for Season 2 at Apple
Rose Byrne is ready to work up a sweat and build an aerobics empire. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Apple TV+ has given a green light to a second season of “Physical,” a dark comedy...
HBO Developing Series Based on Annabelle Gurwitch’s LA Times Essay on Homelessness
Annabelle Gurwitch has written about her experience taking in an unhoused couple for the Los Angeles Times and in her new book, “You’re Leaving When? Adventures in Downward Mobility.”...
Marlee Matlin Workplace Comedy About Sign Language Interpreting in the Works at NBC
Marlee Matlin has booked a splashy new gig following the record-breaking success of her latest film at Sundance. The “CODA” actress and Oscar winner will topline and exec produce an...
HBO Orders Pilot Script Based on Octavia Butler’s “Fledgling” from Sonya Winton-Odamtten & Jonathan I. Kidd
Yet another Octavia Butler adaptation is in the works. The late and great beloved sci-fi writer is finally getting the kudos she deserves in the film and TV world. Variety reports that HBO has...
Heather Mitchell & Jenna Bans Land Script Commitment at Fox for “Never Have I Ever” Series Adaptation
“Scandal” alumnae Heather Mitchell and Jenna Bans have another twisty drama on the way. Deadline reports the duo have landed a script commitment with penalty at Fox for an untitled series...
Limited Series About Nobel-Winning Scientist Jennifer Doudna in the Works
Jennifer Doudna and her breakthroughs in gene editing could be coming to the small screen. Mark Gordon Pictures has optioned the rights to Walter Isaacson’s bestseller “The Code Breaker:...
Grace Parra Janney Developing Mexican-American Family Comedy for ABC, Eva Longoria to Direct Pilot
Eva Longoria and writer-comedian Grace Parra Janney are collaborating on an ABC comedy. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Parra Janney is writing a family comedy “inspired by her own Mexican...
Kai Yu Wu & Cherie Dimaline Team Up for “Empire of Wild,” Horror Series Rooted in Indigenous Folklore
Kai Yu Wu is bringing “Empire of the Wild” to the small screen with the help of the horror novel’s author, Cherie Dimaline. The duo are working with Fabel Entertainment on a series...
Janicza Bravo Tapped to Direct FX Adaptation of Octavia Butler’s “Kindred”
Janicza Bravo is set to bring a beloved sci-fi novel to the small screen hot on the heels of adapting a viral Twitter thread. The “Zola” filmmaker is taking inspiration from Octavia...
“Bridgerton’s” Julie Anne Robinson & Adjoa Andoh Reteam for Adaptation of Vanessa Riley’s “Island Queen”
Julie Anne Robinson is celebrating her Emmy nomination for directing “Bridgerton” by reteaming with one of the smash hit’s stars. She’s optioned “Island Queen,”...
Vanessa Bayer and Molly Shannon Team Up for Showtime Comedy “I Love This for You”
More “Saturday Night Live” alumni are teaming up. Hot on the heels of the announcement that Rachel Dratch and Ana Gasteyer will act in, write, and executive produce holiday parody “A...
“A Quiet Place’s” Millicent Simmonds Will Topline and Exec Produce TV Adaptation of “True Biz”
Millicent Simmonds is following up a blockbuster with her first leading role on the small screen. The “A Quiet Place II” actress will topline and exec produce a television adaptation of...
Gabrielle Union and Sonja Perryman Developing Series Adaptation of “The Sisters Are Alright”
Gabrielle Union is bringing “The Sisters Are Alright: Changing the Broken Narrative of Black Women In America” to the small screen. The “L.A.’s Finest” actress’...
“Made For Love” Renewed for Second Season at HBO Max
Hazel Green’s fight for freedom continues. HBO Max has renewed “Made For Love” for a second season. A press release announced the news and revealed that the critically acclaimed...
Tracee Ellis Ross and Michaela Angela Davis Team Up for “Hair Tales” Docuseries at OWN and Hulu
Tracee Ellis Ross and Michaela Angela Davis are swapping “Hair Tales.” The pair are set to exec produce and narrate a docuseries that will see the real-life friends leading “a...
Pam Fryman Tapped to Direct “How I Met Your Father” Pilot, Hilary Duff Stars in the Spinoff
Pam Fryman is being recruited back into the “How I Met Your Mother” universe. After helming all but 12 episodes of the nine-season sitcom, she’s been tapped to direct and produce...
“Girls5eva” Renewed for Season 2 at Peacock
Sara Bareilles, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Paula Pell, and Busy Phillips are “gonna be famous 5eva ’cause forever’s too short.” The foursome will reteam on a second season of...
“Hacks” Renewed for Second Season at HBO Max
Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder’s HBO Max residency has only just begun. The streamer just renewed “Hacks” for a second season. A press release announced that the well-received...
Justina Machado and Roxann Dawson Are Bringing “The Horror of Dolores Roach” to Amazon
Justina Machado has a new show in the works. The “One Day at a Time” alumna has been tapped to lead a series adaptation of “The Horror of Dolores Roach” in development at Amazon....
Jude Weng Comedy “Leftover Daughters” in Development at NBC
After stints on “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend,” “The Good Place,” and “Black-ish,” Jude Weng is getting her own series. Deadline reports that NBC has put “Leftover...
Amma Asante Attached to Write and Direct “Levittown” Limited Series
Amma Asante is set to tell another story inspired by true events. The “A United Kingdom” and “Belle” helmer is signed on to pen a series adaptation of David Kushner’s...
Elizabeth Banks Will Direct, Produce, and Appear in Series Adaptation of “Red Queen” at Peacock
Elizabeth Banks is adding yet another project to her slate. The multi-hyphenate is attached to direct, appear in, and exec produce a series adaptation of Victoria Aveyard’s novel “Red...
Elisabeth Moss, Michelle MacLaren, & Daina Reid Will Direct Apple’s Series Adaptation of “Shining Girls”
Elisabeth Moss is expanding her directing résumé. Deadline reports that the Emmy-winning “Handmaid’s Tale” star is set to share directing duties on “Shining Girls”...
“A Black Lady Sketch Show” Renewed for Season 3 at HBO
“A Black Lady Sketch Show” *clap clap* is getting another season *clap clap*. A press release has confirmed Robin Thede’s groundbreaking sketch series has been renewed for Season 3...
Michaela Coel, Theresa Ikoko, Candice Carty-Williams, & More Have Shows in the Works at the BBC
The BBC has announced its upcoming drama slate, and confirmed it has projects on the way from “I May Destroy You” creator and star Michaela Coel and BAFTA-nominated “Rocks”...
Issa Rae Is Rebooting “Project Greenlight” at HBO Max
Issa Rae is spearheading a “Project Greenlight” reboot at HBO Max. The Emmy-nominated “Insecure” co-creator and star is set to appear in every episode of the...
“Bridgerton” Spinoff About Queen Charlotte Greenlit By Netflix
Looks like Lady Whistledown missed the scoop: The Hollywood Reporter confirms that a “Bridgerton” spinoff has received a series order from Netflix. Currently untitled, the limited series...
Stacey Abrams’ New Novel “While Justice Sleeps” Getting TV Adaptation
Stacey Abrams’ latest novel just hit bookshelves yesterday, May 10, and an adaptation is already in the works. Deadline confirms Working Title Television scored the rights to “While...
Robin Roberts Will Sit Down with Debbie Allen, Billie Jean King, & More for New Disney+ Interview Series
Robin Roberts’ next project will see her engaging in conversations with women performers, artists, and athletes. The veteran anchor and journalist will welcome Debbie Allen, Jamie Lee Curtis,...
Kimi Howl Lee’s Sugar Baby Dark Comedy “$ugar” Heading to Hulu
“$ugar,” a dark comedy about Stanford sugar babies, has landed at Hulu following a four-way bidding war. The Hollywood Reporter confirms Kimi Howl Lee’s show is in early development...
Jenna Coleman to Topline and EP Series About Miss Moneypenny Inspiration Joan Bright
Jenna Coleman is heading to Whitehall. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the “Victoria” star will topline and executive produce TV drama “The War Rooms,” “telling the...
Chinaka Hodge to Be Head Writer on Disney+/Marvel Series “Ironheart”
Chinaka Hodge has been tapped to bring Riri Williams’ story to Disney+. The poet, educator, and “Snowpiercer” scribe will be the head writer on “Ironheart,” a six-part...