Exclusive: Anthony E. Zuiker, the creator of the hugely successful CSI TV franchise, has signed with boutique management firm Literate.
This marks a rare new addition to Zuiker’s close-knit representation team, nicknamed affectionately by the writer-producer “Team Zuiker,” who has been shaping his career and brand for more than two decades.
It follows the January death of Zuiker’s beloved manager of over 25 years, Margaret Riley, most recently of Lighthouse Entertainment, who passed away from cancer at the age of 58.
In a moving tribute for Deadline at the time, Zuiker recalled how Riley signed Zuiker on his 30th birthday, 8/17/1998, when he was still trying to break into Hollywood. Helping him land early writing gigs that led to CSI, Riley also took Zuiker to the talent agencies, with him landing at CAA with Joe Cohen, and introduced him to entertainment lawyer Kevin Yorn. Both are still members of “Team Zuiker,...
This marks a rare new addition to Zuiker’s close-knit representation team, nicknamed affectionately by the writer-producer “Team Zuiker,” who has been shaping his career and brand for more than two decades.
It follows the January death of Zuiker’s beloved manager of over 25 years, Margaret Riley, most recently of Lighthouse Entertainment, who passed away from cancer at the age of 58.
In a moving tribute for Deadline at the time, Zuiker recalled how Riley signed Zuiker on his 30th birthday, 8/17/1998, when he was still trying to break into Hollywood. Helping him land early writing gigs that led to CSI, Riley also took Zuiker to the talent agencies, with him landing at CAA with Joe Cohen, and introduced him to entertainment lawyer Kevin Yorn. Both are still members of “Team Zuiker,...
- 3/25/2024
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: For the past four months, Suits has been the hottest series on television, breaking a slew of streaming viewership records. Now the franchise, which ended in September 2019 with the Suits series finale, is plotting a comeback.
Series creator Aaron Korsh is in development of a Suits offshoot for NBCUniversal, sources tell Deadline. Deals are still being negotiated, but I hear the project is expected to be fast-tracked with a serious commitment.
This is not a revival or reboot and, unlike the 2019 Pearson, the new legal procedural is not a spinoff either — it would be a Suits universe series in the vein of the CSI and NCIS franchises featuring new characters in a new location, sources said. I hear Los Angeles is a backdrop considered for the workplace drama.
Like is the case for most NBCUniversal development, a network or platform for the potential new series has not been determined yet.
Series creator Aaron Korsh is in development of a Suits offshoot for NBCUniversal, sources tell Deadline. Deals are still being negotiated, but I hear the project is expected to be fast-tracked with a serious commitment.
This is not a revival or reboot and, unlike the 2019 Pearson, the new legal procedural is not a spinoff either — it would be a Suits universe series in the vein of the CSI and NCIS franchises featuring new characters in a new location, sources said. I hear Los Angeles is a backdrop considered for the workplace drama.
Like is the case for most NBCUniversal development, a network or platform for the potential new series has not been determined yet.
- 10/12/2023
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Former Disney TV studio executive and CAA agent Elizabeth Newman has joined Literate as its first new partner since the television-focused boutique management and production company was launched in early 2018 by founding partners A.B. Fischer and Dennis Kim.
With her background in television, publishing and book adaptations, Newman will manage a curated roster of film & TV writer/showrunners and will expand Literate’s business in representing screen rights for intellectual property creators, rightsholders, and estates. She also will work with authors, journalists, and playwrights transitioning to Hollywood.
This marks a return to representation for Newman who started her entertainment career at CAA. During her nearly 15-year tenure, she was a TV Literary & Media Rights agent, representing TV writer/creators, showrunners, producers, directors, and intellectual property, brokering major rights deals on behalf of bestselling authors such as Anne Rice and James Patterson.
At the end of 2019, Newman segued to the TV executive ranks,...
With her background in television, publishing and book adaptations, Newman will manage a curated roster of film & TV writer/showrunners and will expand Literate’s business in representing screen rights for intellectual property creators, rightsholders, and estates. She also will work with authors, journalists, and playwrights transitioning to Hollywood.
This marks a return to representation for Newman who started her entertainment career at CAA. During her nearly 15-year tenure, she was a TV Literary & Media Rights agent, representing TV writer/creators, showrunners, producers, directors, and intellectual property, brokering major rights deals on behalf of bestselling authors such as Anne Rice and James Patterson.
At the end of 2019, Newman segued to the TV executive ranks,...
- 9/19/2023
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Jo Koy’s single-camera comedy Josep is going to pilot at ABC.
The Disney-owned network has handed the series, which comes from 20th Television, the pilot order after revealing the project was in development in May.
The project follows the comedian, who is best known for his appearances on Chelsea Lately and a Netflix standup special In His Elements, as a recently divorced Filipino American nurse attempting to navigate dating, fatherhood and a very Filipino mother who loves to “help.”
Steve Joe, a co-exec producer on Doogie Kamealoha M.D. and Young Sheldon is writing and exec producing the half-hour comedy.
2021-22 ABC Pilots & Series Orders
The project is also exec produced by a group from Fresh Off the Boat including Kourtney Kang, The Detective Agency’s Jake Kasdan and Melvin Mar and Randall Park, who is EPing alongside his Imminent Collision partners Michael Golamco and Hieu Ho. Koy also...
The Disney-owned network has handed the series, which comes from 20th Television, the pilot order after revealing the project was in development in May.
The project follows the comedian, who is best known for his appearances on Chelsea Lately and a Netflix standup special In His Elements, as a recently divorced Filipino American nurse attempting to navigate dating, fatherhood and a very Filipino mother who loves to “help.”
Steve Joe, a co-exec producer on Doogie Kamealoha M.D. and Young Sheldon is writing and exec producing the half-hour comedy.
2021-22 ABC Pilots & Series Orders
The project is also exec produced by a group from Fresh Off the Boat including Kourtney Kang, The Detective Agency’s Jake Kasdan and Melvin Mar and Randall Park, who is EPing alongside his Imminent Collision partners Michael Golamco and Hieu Ho. Koy also...
- 1/11/2022
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
“Josep,” a single-camera sitcom based on the life of a hardworking Filipino American nurse, is in development at ABC. Stand-up comedian Jo Koy is attached to star as the titular protagonist and will also executive produce. The show, which follows Josep as he navigates dating, fatherhood and his mother moving in with him, is written and executive produced by showrunner Steve Joe.
The half-hour comedy, which hails from 20th Television, is also written and executive produced by Michael Golamco and Randall Park for their production banner Imminent Collision, along with executive producer Hieu Ho. Joe Meloche is executive producing as well as Jake Kasdan and Melvin Mar for Kasdan’s production company The Detective Agency.
Koy, who won the “Stand-Up Comedian of the Year” award at the 2018 Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal, is currently in production for Amblin Partners and Dan Lin’s Ridback comedy film “Easter Sunday,...
The half-hour comedy, which hails from 20th Television, is also written and executive produced by Michael Golamco and Randall Park for their production banner Imminent Collision, along with executive producer Hieu Ho. Joe Meloche is executive producing as well as Jake Kasdan and Melvin Mar for Kasdan’s production company The Detective Agency.
Koy, who won the “Stand-Up Comedian of the Year” award at the 2018 Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal, is currently in production for Amblin Partners and Dan Lin’s Ridback comedy film “Easter Sunday,...
- 5/27/2021
- by Mónica Marie Zorrilla
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: Writer-producer-playwright Laura Jacqmin (One Piece) has signed with CAA for representation in all areas.
Jacqmin is currently a co-executive producer on One Piece, a live-action series for Netflix and Tomorrow Studios, based on one of the best-selling anime/manga properties of all time. She is also a consulting producer on limited series Joe Exotic, starring Kate McKinnon and John Cameron Mitchell, for NBCUniversal, UCP, and Wondery.
Her first feature We Broke Up, co-written and directed by Jeff Rosenberg, and starring William Jackson Harper and Aya Cash, was recently released by Vertical Entertainment.
Additionally, Jacqmin was a writer-producer on all three seasons of the praised MGM/Epix series Get Shorty, created by Davey Holmes, and starring Chris O’Dowd and Ray Romano.
In the theatre realm, Jacqumin was awarded the Wasserstein Prize for emerging female playwrights. Her plays have been produced and developed by Steppenwolf Theatre Company, Actors Theatre of Louisville,...
Jacqmin is currently a co-executive producer on One Piece, a live-action series for Netflix and Tomorrow Studios, based on one of the best-selling anime/manga properties of all time. She is also a consulting producer on limited series Joe Exotic, starring Kate McKinnon and John Cameron Mitchell, for NBCUniversal, UCP, and Wondery.
Her first feature We Broke Up, co-written and directed by Jeff Rosenberg, and starring William Jackson Harper and Aya Cash, was recently released by Vertical Entertainment.
Additionally, Jacqmin was a writer-producer on all three seasons of the praised MGM/Epix series Get Shorty, created by Davey Holmes, and starring Chris O’Dowd and Ray Romano.
In the theatre realm, Jacqumin was awarded the Wasserstein Prize for emerging female playwrights. Her plays have been produced and developed by Steppenwolf Theatre Company, Actors Theatre of Louisville,...
- 5/25/2021
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Longtime TV development executive Jessica Shulman has segued to the representation business, joining Literate as a manager.
At the company, where she started yesterday, Shulman will work alongside Literate partners A.B. Fischer and Dennis Kim and fellow manager Kelly Miller.
Shulman has been a development executive for the past 15 years, most recently serving as SVP of Television for Michael London’s Groundswell Productions. Prior to that, she spent 5 years as Head of Television for Neal Baer’s Baer Bones, overseeing the production company’s deals at CBS TV Studios and 20th Television.
“We’ve both known Jessica for years, and witnessed first-hand how she’s nurtured and cared for the writers she’s worked with,” Fischer and Kim said in a statement. “That quality alone will serve her well as she makes the transition from executive to manager. Her development experience, deep bench of relationships and genuine, collaborative spirit...
At the company, where she started yesterday, Shulman will work alongside Literate partners A.B. Fischer and Dennis Kim and fellow manager Kelly Miller.
Shulman has been a development executive for the past 15 years, most recently serving as SVP of Television for Michael London’s Groundswell Productions. Prior to that, she spent 5 years as Head of Television for Neal Baer’s Baer Bones, overseeing the production company’s deals at CBS TV Studios and 20th Television.
“We’ve both known Jessica for years, and witnessed first-hand how she’s nurtured and cared for the writers she’s worked with,” Fischer and Kim said in a statement. “That quality alone will serve her well as she makes the transition from executive to manager. Her development experience, deep bench of relationships and genuine, collaborative spirit...
- 10/7/2020
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
There will be no third season for Insatiable. Netflix has canceled the dark, twisted revenge comedy starring Debby Ryan, Dallas Roberts, and Alyssa Milano after two seasons. Milano revealed the cancellation decision to a fan on Twitter earlier this month. Today, she posted an update, thanking fans.
This is sadly true. We had the most fun creating this show. I want to thank the fans who gave us a shot and kept coming back for more. Season 1 & 2 are still streaming. P.S. Any thoughts on who was Coralee’s baby daddy? I guess we will never know.
This is sadly true. We had the most fun creating this show. I want to thank the fans who gave us a shot and kept coming back for more. Season 1 & 2 are still streaming. P.S. Any thoughts on who was Coralee’s baby daddy? I guess we will never know.
- 2/14/2020
- by Nellie Andreeva and Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Turns out Netflix’s appetite for “Insatiable” wasn’t entirely, well, insatiable.
The dark comedy, which faced considerable backlash and was accused of promoting fat shaming before it even premiered, has been canceled by Netflix after two seasons.
“Insatiable” followed Patty (Debby Ryan), who for years has been bullied, ignored, and underestimated by those around her because of her weight. But now that she finds herself suddenly thin, Patty is out for payback against anyone who has ever made her feel bad about herself.
In addition to Ryan, the series starred Dallas Roberts, Alyssa Milano, Christopher Gorham, Erinn Westbrook, Michael Provost, Kimmy Shields, Irene Choi, and Sarah Colonna. Lauren Gussis created the series and served as executive producer alongside Ryan Seacrest, Nina Wass, Andrea Shay, Todd Hoffman, and Dennis Kim. CBS Television Studios produced the show.
Milano appeared to confirm the news in a tweet from Feb. 4.
We will not be coming back,...
The dark comedy, which faced considerable backlash and was accused of promoting fat shaming before it even premiered, has been canceled by Netflix after two seasons.
“Insatiable” followed Patty (Debby Ryan), who for years has been bullied, ignored, and underestimated by those around her because of her weight. But now that she finds herself suddenly thin, Patty is out for payback against anyone who has ever made her feel bad about herself.
In addition to Ryan, the series starred Dallas Roberts, Alyssa Milano, Christopher Gorham, Erinn Westbrook, Michael Provost, Kimmy Shields, Irene Choi, and Sarah Colonna. Lauren Gussis created the series and served as executive producer alongside Ryan Seacrest, Nina Wass, Andrea Shay, Todd Hoffman, and Dennis Kim. CBS Television Studios produced the show.
Milano appeared to confirm the news in a tweet from Feb. 4.
We will not be coming back,...
- 2/14/2020
- by Will Thorne
- Variety Film + TV
Exclusive: NBC has handed a put pilot commitment to Home, a single-camera comedy about an American couple who take in a Syrian refugee. It is based on the British series, which was created by Rufus Jones and originally aired on Channel 4 in the UK. The adaptation will be written/executive produced by former Black-ish Ep Stacy Traub and directed/executive produced by Ben Stiller.
It marks the second project to emerge out of Lionsgate and BBC Studios’ development deal and comes on the back of CBS nabbing an adaptation of BBC One comedy Ghosts.
Home follows a new couple, Mark and Melanie, who go on a long weekend trip to a cabin in the woods with Melanie’s son Jonah. Their plan to come back with a tan and some happy memories is interrupted when they return with Jay, a Syrian refugee who moves in with them, and the cobbled-together...
It marks the second project to emerge out of Lionsgate and BBC Studios’ development deal and comes on the back of CBS nabbing an adaptation of BBC One comedy Ghosts.
Home follows a new couple, Mark and Melanie, who go on a long weekend trip to a cabin in the woods with Melanie’s son Jonah. Their plan to come back with a tan and some happy memories is interrupted when they return with Jay, a Syrian refugee who moves in with them, and the cobbled-together...
- 11/22/2019
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Viacom-owned British broadcaster Channel 5 has picked up the UK rights to Sony Pictures Television’s Crackle drama The Oath.
The network will launch the 50 Cent-exec produced drama on its digital service My5 as part of a strategy of bolstering the VOD platform with first-run exclusives.
The Oath, which has been renewed for a second season by Crackle, was created by Joe Halpin (Hawaii Five-0) and explores a world of gangs made up of those sworn to protect and defend. It sheds light on corrupt and secret societies that are nearly impossible to join—only a select few make the cut—but once inside, members will do what they must to protect each other from enemies on the outside and from within their own ranks.
It stars Sean Bean, Ryan Kwanten, also a producer, Cory Hardrict, Katrina Law, Arlen Escarpeta and J.J. Soria. Rounding out the ensemble cast are: Elisabeth Röhm,...
The network will launch the 50 Cent-exec produced drama on its digital service My5 as part of a strategy of bolstering the VOD platform with first-run exclusives.
The Oath, which has been renewed for a second season by Crackle, was created by Joe Halpin (Hawaii Five-0) and explores a world of gangs made up of those sworn to protect and defend. It sheds light on corrupt and secret societies that are nearly impossible to join—only a select few make the cut—but once inside, members will do what they must to protect each other from enemies on the outside and from within their own ranks.
It stars Sean Bean, Ryan Kwanten, also a producer, Cory Hardrict, Katrina Law, Arlen Escarpeta and J.J. Soria. Rounding out the ensemble cast are: Elisabeth Röhm,...
- 4/18/2019
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
Grey’s Anatomy‘s Alex Landi is set for a recurring role opposite Debby Ryan, Dallas Roberts and Alyssa Milano in Netflix’s Insatiable, from writer Lauren Gussis, Ryan Seacrest Productions and Storied Media Group.
Described as a dark, twisted revenge comedy, Insatiable centers on Patty (Ryan), who, for years, has been bullied, ignored, and underestimated by those around her because of her weight. But now that she finds herself suddenly thin, Patty is out for payback against anyone who has ever made her feel bad about herself. Bob Armstrong (Roberts), a disgraced attorney whose true passion is coaching beauty pageant contestant, is the only one who sees Patty’s potential, and takes her under his wing — first as a legal client, and then as a pageant contestant whom he coaches toward becoming the top pageant queen in the country. But Bob and his wife...
Described as a dark, twisted revenge comedy, Insatiable centers on Patty (Ryan), who, for years, has been bullied, ignored, and underestimated by those around her because of her weight. But now that she finds herself suddenly thin, Patty is out for payback against anyone who has ever made her feel bad about herself. Bob Armstrong (Roberts), a disgraced attorney whose true passion is coaching beauty pageant contestant, is the only one who sees Patty’s potential, and takes her under his wing — first as a legal client, and then as a pageant contestant whom he coaches toward becoming the top pageant queen in the country. But Bob and his wife...
- 4/16/2019
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: With Crazy Ex-Girlfriend nearing the end of its four-season run, lead Vincent Rodriguez III has booked his follow-up series gig. He’s set to recur opposite Debby Ryan, Dallas Roberts and Alyssa Milano in the second season of Netflix’s Insatiable, from creator Lauren Gussis and CBS TV Studios.
Details of Rodriguez’s character are being kept under wraps.
Insatiable centers on Patty (Ryan). For years, she has been bullied, ignored and underestimated by those around her because of her weight. But now that she finds herself suddenly thin, Patty is out for payback against anyone who has ever made her feel bad about herself.
Cast also includes Christopher Gorham, Erinn Westbrook, Michael Provost, Kimmy Shields, Irene Choi and Sarah Colonna.
Gussis executive produces with Ryan Seacrest, Nina Wass, Andrea Shay, Todd Hoffman and Dennis Kim.
Rodriguez, who plays the romantic lead role of Josh Chan on Crazy Ex,...
Details of Rodriguez’s character are being kept under wraps.
Insatiable centers on Patty (Ryan). For years, she has been bullied, ignored and underestimated by those around her because of her weight. But now that she finds herself suddenly thin, Patty is out for payback against anyone who has ever made her feel bad about herself.
Cast also includes Christopher Gorham, Erinn Westbrook, Michael Provost, Kimmy Shields, Irene Choi and Sarah Colonna.
Gussis executive produces with Ryan Seacrest, Nina Wass, Andrea Shay, Todd Hoffman and Dennis Kim.
Rodriguez, who plays the romantic lead role of Josh Chan on Crazy Ex,...
- 3/7/2019
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
It's the end of the line for Suits.
USA Network has renewed the legal drama for a ninth and final season which is slated to enter production later this year.
The biggest surprise is that the order is for just ten episodes, marking the lowest episode order yet for the series.
Suits is midway through its eighth season, which resumes this evening. The series has survived the loss of leads like Gina Torres, Patrick Adams, and Meghan Markle, but all good things must come to an end.
Suits Season 8 is currently averaging just over one million viewers, and a 0.26 rating in the 18-49 demo based on live + same day measures.
Related: Suits Season 8 Episode 10 Review: Managing Partner
This is down over 20 percent year-to-year, but the show remains a viable option for the cabler.
Suits creator, Aaron Korsh released the following statement when the end date was set:
Though I know it isn’t true,...
USA Network has renewed the legal drama for a ninth and final season which is slated to enter production later this year.
The biggest surprise is that the order is for just ten episodes, marking the lowest episode order yet for the series.
Suits is midway through its eighth season, which resumes this evening. The series has survived the loss of leads like Gina Torres, Patrick Adams, and Meghan Markle, but all good things must come to an end.
Suits Season 8 is currently averaging just over one million viewers, and a 0.26 rating in the 18-49 demo based on live + same day measures.
Related: Suits Season 8 Episode 10 Review: Managing Partner
This is down over 20 percent year-to-year, but the show remains a viable option for the cabler.
Suits creator, Aaron Korsh released the following statement when the end date was set:
Though I know it isn’t true,...
- 1/24/2019
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
USA Network is packing up Suits: The network announced Wednesday that it has renewed the venerable legal drama for a ninth and final season. Production on the 10-episode farewell season will begin later this year.
The current eighth season — which resumes tonight on USA; get scoop here — has gone through something of a revamp following the departures of original series stars Patrick J. Adams and Meghan Markle in Season 7. Grey’s Anatomy vet Katherine Heigl joined the ensemble as lawyer Samantha Wheeler, while Amanda Schull (aka newly promoted senior partner Katrina Bennett) was upped to series regular.
A USA rep...
The current eighth season — which resumes tonight on USA; get scoop here — has gone through something of a revamp following the departures of original series stars Patrick J. Adams and Meghan Markle in Season 7. Grey’s Anatomy vet Katherine Heigl joined the ensemble as lawyer Samantha Wheeler, while Amanda Schull (aka newly promoted senior partner Katrina Bennett) was upped to series regular.
A USA rep...
- 1/23/2019
- TVLine.com
USA Network has renewed “Suits” for a ninth and final season.
The series, which hailed from Universal Cable Productions, was created by Aaron Korsh and first premiered on the network in 2011. No word from the network on when the ninth and final season will air, but it will likely wrap the show up sometime in 2020.
“‘Suits’ has played an instrumental role in our network’s DNA for nearly a decade,” said Chris McCumber, president, USA Network and Syfy. “I and everyone at USA Network sincerely thank Aaron Korsh, our partners at Ucp and the entire ‘Suits’ family for their tremendous creativity, devotion and support over a truly amazing run.”
Also Read: USA Network Gives Its Gina Torres-Led 'Suits' Spinoff a Title
“Though I know it isn’t true, it seems like only yesterday USA Network took a chance on an unestablished writer’s very first-hour long script.
The series, which hailed from Universal Cable Productions, was created by Aaron Korsh and first premiered on the network in 2011. No word from the network on when the ninth and final season will air, but it will likely wrap the show up sometime in 2020.
“‘Suits’ has played an instrumental role in our network’s DNA for nearly a decade,” said Chris McCumber, president, USA Network and Syfy. “I and everyone at USA Network sincerely thank Aaron Korsh, our partners at Ucp and the entire ‘Suits’ family for their tremendous creativity, devotion and support over a truly amazing run.”
Also Read: USA Network Gives Its Gina Torres-Led 'Suits' Spinoff a Title
“Though I know it isn’t true, it seems like only yesterday USA Network took a chance on an unestablished writer’s very first-hour long script.
- 1/23/2019
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
“Suits” has been renewed for Season 9 at USA Network, which will be the show’s last.
The announcement comes ahead of the premiere of the back half of Season 8, which debuts tonight. The final season of “Suits” will consist of 10 episodes. The series, which hails from creator Aaron Korsh, has aired on the cable network since 2011.
“‘Suits’ has played an instrumental role in our network’s DNA for nearly a decade,” said Chris McCumber, president, USA Network and Syfy. “I and everyone at USA Network sincerely thank Aaron Korsh, our partners at Ucp and the entire ‘Suits’ family for their tremendous creativity, devotion and support over a truly amazing run.”
The series currently stars Gabriel Macht, Rick Hoffman, Sarah Rafferty, Wendell Pierce, Amanda Schull, and Katherine Heigl. Past stars include Patrick J. Adams, Gina Torres, and Meghan Markle. Torres is also set to star in a spinoff centered on her character,...
The announcement comes ahead of the premiere of the back half of Season 8, which debuts tonight. The final season of “Suits” will consist of 10 episodes. The series, which hails from creator Aaron Korsh, has aired on the cable network since 2011.
“‘Suits’ has played an instrumental role in our network’s DNA for nearly a decade,” said Chris McCumber, president, USA Network and Syfy. “I and everyone at USA Network sincerely thank Aaron Korsh, our partners at Ucp and the entire ‘Suits’ family for their tremendous creativity, devotion and support over a truly amazing run.”
The series currently stars Gabriel Macht, Rick Hoffman, Sarah Rafferty, Wendell Pierce, Amanda Schull, and Katherine Heigl. Past stars include Patrick J. Adams, Gina Torres, and Meghan Markle. Torres is also set to star in a spinoff centered on her character,...
- 1/23/2019
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
One of USA Network’s signature series, Suits, will be coming to an end, but not before getting a final chapter. The network has renewed the legal drama for a 10-episode ninth season to air in summer 2019. The news comes ahead of Suits‘ Season 8 winter premiere tonight.
With the pickup, Suits, from Universal Cable Prods., will become the longest-running original scripted series on USA, edging a few shows that had aired for eight seasons. Its final episode count will be 134.
Created by Aaron Korsh, Suits, which debuted in 2011, was one of the last entries under USA’s previous programming strategy built around light procedurals. It rose to become the network’s most popular series for several years.
Following the exit of three of the original six series regulars in Seasons 6-7, Gina Torres, Patrick J. Adams and Meghan Markle, who married the British Prince Harry in a lavish wedding attended by her Suits family,...
With the pickup, Suits, from Universal Cable Prods., will become the longest-running original scripted series on USA, edging a few shows that had aired for eight seasons. Its final episode count will be 134.
Created by Aaron Korsh, Suits, which debuted in 2011, was one of the last entries under USA’s previous programming strategy built around light procedurals. It rose to become the network’s most popular series for several years.
Following the exit of three of the original six series regulars in Seasons 6-7, Gina Torres, Patrick J. Adams and Meghan Markle, who married the British Prince Harry in a lavish wedding attended by her Suits family,...
- 1/23/2019
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Kelly Miller has joined Literate, A.B. Fischer and Dennis Kim’ television-focused boutique management and production company, as a manager. Miller moves to Literate from Paradigm, where she served as a theater-to-tv crossover agent.
The move to Literate is a return to management for Miller, who before her stint at Paradigm was a manager at The Shuman Company. It also reunites her with Fischer, with whom she worked at The Shuman Co., where Fischer was a Partner before leaving to form Literate in a year ago.
Miller will continue to focus on representing female, trans and diverse writers, as well as expanding Literate’s list of playwright clients who have crossed over into film and television including: Jihan Crowther (Man In the High Castle), Etan Frankel (Shameless), Andrew Hinderaker (Away), Robert Horn (Partners), Geraldine Inoa (The Walking Dead), Laura Jacqmin (Get Shorty), Kyle Jarrow (Valor), Mona Mansour, Daria Miyeko Marinelli, Laura Marks...
The move to Literate is a return to management for Miller, who before her stint at Paradigm was a manager at The Shuman Company. It also reunites her with Fischer, with whom she worked at The Shuman Co., where Fischer was a Partner before leaving to form Literate in a year ago.
Miller will continue to focus on representing female, trans and diverse writers, as well as expanding Literate’s list of playwright clients who have crossed over into film and television including: Jihan Crowther (Man In the High Castle), Etan Frankel (Shameless), Andrew Hinderaker (Away), Robert Horn (Partners), Geraldine Inoa (The Walking Dead), Laura Jacqmin (Get Shorty), Kyle Jarrow (Valor), Mona Mansour, Daria Miyeko Marinelli, Laura Marks...
- 1/17/2019
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Sony Crackle has set Thursday, February 21 for the Season 2 premiere of crime drama series The Oath, created by Joe Halpin and executive produced by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson. The network also released first-look images from the second season (see above and below).
The Oath explores a world of gangs made up of those sworn to protect and defend. Shedding light on corrupt and secret societies nearly impossible to join, only the chosen few make the cut—and once inside, members do what they must to shield each other from enemies who attack from both outside and within their own ranks. The sophomore season picks up with the Ravens attempting to free themselves from their debt to the cartel. Themes including redemption and the meaning of family are examined in season two pushing the characters to find a new path, conquer their inner demons and giving them one last chance to...
The Oath explores a world of gangs made up of those sworn to protect and defend. Shedding light on corrupt and secret societies nearly impossible to join, only the chosen few make the cut—and once inside, members do what they must to shield each other from enemies who attack from both outside and within their own ranks. The sophomore season picks up with the Ravens attempting to free themselves from their debt to the cartel. Themes including redemption and the meaning of family are examined in season two pushing the characters to find a new path, conquer their inner demons and giving them one last chance to...
- 11/29/2018
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
“Insatiable” has been renewed for a second season at Netflix.
The dark comedy follows Patty (Debby Ryan), who for years has been bullied, ignored, and underestimated by those around her because of her weight. But now that she finds herself suddenly thin, Patty is out for payback against anyone who has ever made her feel bad about herself.
In addition to Ryan, the series stars Dallas Roberts, Alyssa Milano, Christopher Gorham, Erinn Westbrook, Michael Provost, Kimmy Shields, Irene Choi, and Sarah Colonna. Lauren Gussis created the series and serves as executive producer alongside Ryan Seacrest, Nina Wass, Andrea Shay, Todd Hoffman, and Dennis Kim. CBS Television Studios produces.
The renewal comes despite the backlash the show endured before it even premiered. In July, a Change.org petitioned gathered over 100,000 signatures demanding that Netflix pull the series. Those who signed accused the show of promoting fat shaming. Ryan, Milano, and Gussis...
The dark comedy follows Patty (Debby Ryan), who for years has been bullied, ignored, and underestimated by those around her because of her weight. But now that she finds herself suddenly thin, Patty is out for payback against anyone who has ever made her feel bad about herself.
In addition to Ryan, the series stars Dallas Roberts, Alyssa Milano, Christopher Gorham, Erinn Westbrook, Michael Provost, Kimmy Shields, Irene Choi, and Sarah Colonna. Lauren Gussis created the series and serves as executive producer alongside Ryan Seacrest, Nina Wass, Andrea Shay, Todd Hoffman, and Dennis Kim. CBS Television Studios produces.
The renewal comes despite the backlash the show endured before it even premiered. In July, a Change.org petitioned gathered over 100,000 signatures demanding that Netflix pull the series. Those who signed accused the show of promoting fat shaming. Ryan, Milano, and Gussis...
- 9/12/2018
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Netflix has ordered a second season of its series Insatiable, from creator Lauren Gussis and CBS TV Studios. The dark, twisted revenge comedy starring Debby Ryan, Dallas Roberts, and Alyssa Milano, will return in 2019.
Like Netflix’s drama series 13 Reasons Why, Insatiable has attracted both strong viewership — judging by available streaming data — and controversy. 13 Reasons Why, which had been criticized for its depiction of teen suicide, bullying, drunk driving and rape, was recently renewed for a third season. Similarly, Insatiable, which was accused of “body-shaming,” has landed a second season.
Insatiable, which started as a 2017 CW pilot before landing a Netflix series order, centers on Patty (Ryan). For years, she has been bullied, ignored, and underestimated by those around her because of her weight. But now that she finds herself suddenly thin, Patty is out for payback against anyone who has ever made her feel bad about herself. Bob...
Like Netflix’s drama series 13 Reasons Why, Insatiable has attracted both strong viewership — judging by available streaming data — and controversy. 13 Reasons Why, which had been criticized for its depiction of teen suicide, bullying, drunk driving and rape, was recently renewed for a third season. Similarly, Insatiable, which was accused of “body-shaming,” has landed a second season.
Insatiable, which started as a 2017 CW pilot before landing a Netflix series order, centers on Patty (Ryan). For years, she has been bullied, ignored, and underestimated by those around her because of her weight. But now that she finds herself suddenly thin, Patty is out for payback against anyone who has ever made her feel bad about herself. Bob...
- 9/12/2018
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Dilshad Vadsaria, Sebastian Zurita, Erik King, J. Anthony Pena, Richard Burgi Rich Paul and Carlos Sanz (Stronger) are set for recurring roles on the second season of The Oath, Sony Crackle’s gritty drama from executive producer Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson.
They join the previously announced cast for season two, which includes new series regular Christina Milian, and Leona Lewis and Zulay Henao who will recur, along with returning cast Ryan Kwanten – who’s also a producer – Cory Hardrict, Katrina Law and J.J. Soria.
Created by Joe Halpin, The Oath explores a world of gangs made up of those sworn to protect and defend and sheds light on corrupt and secret societies that are nearly impossible to join.
They join the previously announced cast for season two, which includes new series regular Christina Milian, and Leona Lewis and Zulay Henao who will recur, along with returning cast Ryan Kwanten – who’s also a producer – Cory Hardrict, Katrina Law and J.J. Soria.
Created by Joe Halpin, The Oath explores a world of gangs made up of those sworn to protect and defend and sheds light on corrupt and secret societies that are nearly impossible to join.
- 7/19/2018
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Don’t underestimate Patty. Netflix has released the official trailer for Insatiable, its dark comedy starring Debby Ryan, Dallas Roberts and Alyssa Milano, from writer Lauren Gussis, Ryan Seacrest Productions and Storied Media Group.
For years, Patty (Ryan) has been bullied, ignored, and underestimated by those around her because of her weight. But now that she finds herself suddenly thin, Patty is out for payback against anyone who has ever made her feel bad about herself. Bob Armstrong (Roberts), a disgraced attorney whose true passion is coaching beauty pageant contestants, is the only one who sees Patty’s potential, and takes her under his wing — first as a legal client, and then as a pageant contestant whom he coaches toward becoming the top pageant queen in the country. But Bob and his wife Coralee (Milano) have no idea how deep Patty’s rage goes, or...
For years, Patty (Ryan) has been bullied, ignored, and underestimated by those around her because of her weight. But now that she finds herself suddenly thin, Patty is out for payback against anyone who has ever made her feel bad about herself. Bob Armstrong (Roberts), a disgraced attorney whose true passion is coaching beauty pageant contestants, is the only one who sees Patty’s potential, and takes her under his wing — first as a legal client, and then as a pageant contestant whom he coaches toward becoming the top pageant queen in the country. But Bob and his wife Coralee (Milano) have no idea how deep Patty’s rage goes, or...
- 7/19/2018
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Netflix has slotted August 10 for the premiere of Insatiable, starring Debby Ryan, Dallas Roberts and Alyssa Milano, from writer Lauren Gussis, Ryan Seacrest Productions and Storied Media Group.
Described as a dark, twisted revenge comedy, Revenge centers on Patty (Ryan), who, for years, has been bullied, ignored, and underestimated by those around her because of her weight. But now that she finds herself suddenly thin, Patty is out for payback against anyone who has ever made her feel bad about herself. Bob Armstrong (Roberts), a disgraced attorney whose true passion is coaching beauty pageant contestant, is the only one who sees Patty’s potential, and takes her under his wing — first as a legal client, and then as a pageant contestant whom he coaches toward becoming the top pageant queen in the country. But Bob and his wife Coralee (Milano) have no idea how deep Patty’s rage goes,...
Described as a dark, twisted revenge comedy, Revenge centers on Patty (Ryan), who, for years, has been bullied, ignored, and underestimated by those around her because of her weight. But now that she finds herself suddenly thin, Patty is out for payback against anyone who has ever made her feel bad about herself. Bob Armstrong (Roberts), a disgraced attorney whose true passion is coaching beauty pageant contestant, is the only one who sees Patty’s potential, and takes her under his wing — first as a legal client, and then as a pageant contestant whom he coaches toward becoming the top pageant queen in the country. But Bob and his wife Coralee (Milano) have no idea how deep Patty’s rage goes,...
- 7/10/2018
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Christina Milian has been cast as a series regular on the sophomore season of The Oath, Sony Crackle’s gritty drama from executive producer Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson. Leona Lewis and Zulay Henao will recur during Season 2.
Kevin Connolly will guest star on the series and direct multiple episode of Season 2, which has begun production in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Created by Joe Halpin, The Oath explores a world of gangs made up of those sworn to protect and defend and sheds light on corrupt and secret societies that are nearly impossible to join. Only a select few make the cut — but once inside, members will do what they must to protect each other from enemies on the outside and from within their own ranks. Season 2, which was ordered in April, finds the Ravens trying to free themselves from their debt to the cartel. The season will examine themes of family and redemption,...
Kevin Connolly will guest star on the series and direct multiple episode of Season 2, which has begun production in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Created by Joe Halpin, The Oath explores a world of gangs made up of those sworn to protect and defend and sheds light on corrupt and secret societies that are nearly impossible to join. Only a select few make the cut — but once inside, members will do what they must to protect each other from enemies on the outside and from within their own ranks. Season 2, which was ordered in April, finds the Ravens trying to free themselves from their debt to the cartel. The season will examine themes of family and redemption,...
- 6/27/2018
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Updated: “The Oath,” the L.A.-set crime drama from executive producer Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, is returning for a second season on Sony’s Crackle streaming network.
According to Sony, “The Oath” season 1 — which premiered March 8 with the bingeable release of all 10 episodes — has been Crackle’s most-watched original series ever and currently has the highest viewer-retention rate. Sony didn’t release specific metrics, however.
“The Oath” explores the secret underworld of gang crime rings — in which the members who make the cut take a pledge to do whatever it takes to protect each other from their enemies. Season 1 of “The Oath” was shot in Puerto Rico over three months last year, interrupted by the devastation of Hurricane Maria.
“Our audience has truly responded to this authentic, raw, and compelling series,” Eric Berger, Crackle Gm and chief digital officer of Sony Pictures Television Networks, said at Crackle’s upfront presentation...
According to Sony, “The Oath” season 1 — which premiered March 8 with the bingeable release of all 10 episodes — has been Crackle’s most-watched original series ever and currently has the highest viewer-retention rate. Sony didn’t release specific metrics, however.
“The Oath” explores the secret underworld of gang crime rings — in which the members who make the cut take a pledge to do whatever it takes to protect each other from their enemies. Season 1 of “The Oath” was shot in Puerto Rico over three months last year, interrupted by the devastation of Hurricane Maria.
“Our audience has truly responded to this authentic, raw, and compelling series,” Eric Berger, Crackle Gm and chief digital officer of Sony Pictures Television Networks, said at Crackle’s upfront presentation...
- 4/24/2018
- by Todd Spangler
- Variety Film + TV
Longtime literary representatives A.B. Fischer and Dennis Kim have partnered to create Literate, a television-focused boutique management and production company. A.B. Fischer, most recently a partner at another boutique lit management firm, the Shuman Company, and Dennis Kim, who comes from Storied Media Group, bring a collective four decades of experience to the new venture. Fischer and Kim, who have been friends for 15 years, had shared clients in the past and had…...
- 2/1/2018
- Deadline TV
Sony’s free streaming service Crackle has released the first teaser for its upcoming scripted drama, “The Oath.” The cast includes notable favorites like Ryan Kwanten of “True Blood,” Kwame Patterson of “The Wire,” and Sean Bean of “Game of Thrones.”
The series is made up of 10 hour-long episodes and immerses us in the underbelly of the justice system in a fictional American metropolis. “The Oath” tells the story of the officers who, although have sworn to serve and protect us, have taken advantage of their authority by participating in illegal activity. The corrupt members must now protect each other as their loyalty measures up to gang status, inside and outside of prison.
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“The Oath” was created by former Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Joe Halpin, who worked undercover for 12 years.
The series is made up of 10 hour-long episodes and immerses us in the underbelly of the justice system in a fictional American metropolis. “The Oath” tells the story of the officers who, although have sworn to serve and protect us, have taken advantage of their authority by participating in illegal activity. The corrupt members must now protect each other as their loyalty measures up to gang status, inside and outside of prison.
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“The Oath” was created by former Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Deputy Joe Halpin, who worked undercover for 12 years.
- 11/30/2017
- by Raelyn Giansanti
- Indiewire
Crackle is adding another original show to its streaming arsenal, announcing “The Oath” — a 10-episode series exploring gangs and the cops that try to bring them down — from Executive Producer 50 Cent will debut next year on March 8. The drama will star Ryan Kwanten (“True Blood”), Cory Hardrict (“American Sniper”), and Katrina Law (“Training Day”). 50 Cent and G-Unit Film & Television Inc. are producing the series, alongside Todd Hoffman, Dennis Kim, Anne Clements, and show creator Joe Halpin. Halpin, who has also produced “Hawaii Five-o” and “Secrets and Lies,” has an in-depth knowledge of the world “The...
- 11/30/2017
- by Sean Burch
- The Wrap
Deadline reports Crackle has ordered The Oath, a scripted TV show drama from Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson and his G-Unit Film & Television Inc.According to the report, The Oath "explores a different kind of subculture – gangs made up of those sworn to protect and defend." Hawaii Five-0 vet Joe Halpin created the series and will serve and showrunner. He and Jackson are executive producing the Crackle TV series with Storied Media Group's Todd Hoffman and Dennis Kim.Read More…...
- 4/19/2017
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Debby Ryan has been tapped as the female lead in The CW’s dramedy pilot “Insatiable.” “Insatiable” follows a disgraced, dissatisfied civil lawyer-turned-beauty pageant coach who takes on a vengeful, bullied teenager (Ryan) as his client, with no idea what he’s about to unleash upon the world. “Dexter” co-executive producer Lauren Gussis writes and executive produces, with Ryan Seacrest and Nina Wass acting as EPs through Ryan Seacrest Productions, along with Todd Hoffman and Dennis Kim through Storied Media Group. Also Read: CW's 'Dynasty' Reboot Casts 'UnReal' Star in Lead Role “Insatiable” is one of six pilots The CW is considering for its upcoming.
- 2/23/2017
- by Linda Ge
- The Wrap
The adventures of Ichabod Crane will continue on Fox early next year, with the season 4 premiere of Sleepy Hollow scheduled to air on Friday, January 6th at 9:00pm Et.
Press Release: Fox is announcing premiere dates for new series The Mick (special premiere Jan. 1; time period premiere Jan. 3), Star (special premiere Dec. 14; time period premiere Jan. 4), My Kitchen Rules (Jan. 12), 24: Legacy (two-night event beginning Feb. 5, following Super Bowl Li, and continuing on Feb. 6) and Apb (Feb. 6); and returning series Bones: The Final Chapter
(Jan. 3), Sleepy Hollow (Jan. 6) and Masterchef Junior (Feb. 9). In addition, New Girl moves to its new Tuesday night time period (8:00-8:31 Pm Et/Pt), beginning Jan. 3. Hell’S Kitchen moves to Thursdays, beginning Jan. 5, with two all-new back-to-back episodes (8:00-9:00/9:00-10:00 Pm Et/Pt). The series then premieres in its regular time period Jan. 12 (8:00-9:01). Rosewood...
Press Release: Fox is announcing premiere dates for new series The Mick (special premiere Jan. 1; time period premiere Jan. 3), Star (special premiere Dec. 14; time period premiere Jan. 4), My Kitchen Rules (Jan. 12), 24: Legacy (two-night event beginning Feb. 5, following Super Bowl Li, and continuing on Feb. 6) and Apb (Feb. 6); and returning series Bones: The Final Chapter
(Jan. 3), Sleepy Hollow (Jan. 6) and Masterchef Junior (Feb. 9). In addition, New Girl moves to its new Tuesday night time period (8:00-8:31 Pm Et/Pt), beginning Jan. 3. Hell’S Kitchen moves to Thursdays, beginning Jan. 5, with two all-new back-to-back episodes (8:00-9:00/9:00-10:00 Pm Et/Pt). The series then premieres in its regular time period Jan. 12 (8:00-9:01). Rosewood...
- 11/3/2016
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
Resolution, the talent agency founded by former ICM leader Jeff Berg, has lost another top agent, according to several sources. Steve Alexander, whose clients include David Duchovny and Sela Ward, exited abruptly this week, following on the heels of recent defections in COO Jeff Franklin and television literary agent Dennis Kim. Adam Kanter and Martin Spencer, whom Berg recruited to Resolution from CAA, departed for Paradigm earlier this year. List Hollywood's 100 Favorite Films Berg did not respond to a request for comment. Alexander is said to be headed to ICM Partners, though neither he nor an ICM spokesperson responded
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- 7/18/2014
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Exclusive: Jeff Berg’s Resolution is launching a TV lit department with the hire of boutique TV lit agency Rothman Brecher Kim partner Dennis Kim, as senior television agent representing writers, producers and directors. Since unveiling Resolution in January, Berg has built up the motion picture lit and film and TV talent divisions of the agency with a number of high-profile hires. The appointment of Kim gives Resolution a toehold in the lucrative TV lit business. “Dennis provides us with a deep set of relationships across the broadcast and cable communities. He is a highly respected agent and will play a key role in developing our television business,” Berg said. “We are fortunate to have him join us as he will be working with many of our film clients as well as the writers and producers he has represented over the years.” Kim began his career at UTA where he...
- 7/1/2013
- by NELLIE ANDREEVA
- Deadline TV
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