Polygram Entertainment, the film and television division of Universal Music Group, has announced that Daniel Inkeles will become the new senior vice president of film and television development and production.
Prior to his promotion, Inkeles was the vice president of scripted film and television for Umg. In that role he served as executive producer of NBC’s musical comedy “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist.” During the series’ two-season run, it was nominated for seven Emmys, winning one for Outstanding Choreography for Scripted Programming. Inkeles was also an executive producer for Alison Ellwood’s Critics Choice-winning documentary “The Go-Go’s,” which centered around the American rock band of the same name, as well as the 2019 film, “Billie,” James Erskine’s documentary about Billie Holiday.
Inkeles is based in Los Angeles and will report to David Blackman, the executive vice president and head of film and television development and production for Umg.
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Prior to his promotion, Inkeles was the vice president of scripted film and television for Umg. In that role he served as executive producer of NBC’s musical comedy “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist.” During the series’ two-season run, it was nominated for seven Emmys, winning one for Outstanding Choreography for Scripted Programming. Inkeles was also an executive producer for Alison Ellwood’s Critics Choice-winning documentary “The Go-Go’s,” which centered around the American rock band of the same name, as well as the 2019 film, “Billie,” James Erskine’s documentary about Billie Holiday.
Inkeles is based in Los Angeles and will report to David Blackman, the executive vice president and head of film and television development and production for Umg.
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- 6/1/2023
- by Kayla Cobb
- The Wrap
Just a day after Halloween and Zoey and Mo of Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist are ringing in the holidays over at their new home – Roku.
On Monday the Roku Channel unveiled a glimpse at Zoey’s Extraordinary Christmas, a holiday-themed film based on the Emmy-nominated musical series. On her first holiday without her father, Zoey (Jane Levy) attempts to create a magical Christmas for her family just like the ones Mitch used to do. The film is also set to pick up where Season 2 left off.
In the first look, Zoey and Mo (Alex Newell) hit the mall to get goodies for their loved ones. Of course, Mo bursts into an elaborate rendition of the Christmas classic “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” that displays her true love for the holiday season.
Set to debut on the Roku Channel on Dec. 1, Zoey’s Extraordinary Christmas will see...
On Monday the Roku Channel unveiled a glimpse at Zoey’s Extraordinary Christmas, a holiday-themed film based on the Emmy-nominated musical series. On her first holiday without her father, Zoey (Jane Levy) attempts to create a magical Christmas for her family just like the ones Mitch used to do. The film is also set to pick up where Season 2 left off.
In the first look, Zoey and Mo (Alex Newell) hit the mall to get goodies for their loved ones. Of course, Mo bursts into an elaborate rendition of the Christmas classic “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” that displays her true love for the holiday season.
Set to debut on the Roku Channel on Dec. 1, Zoey’s Extraordinary Christmas will see...
- 11/1/2021
- by Alexandra Del Rosario
- Deadline Film + TV
Lifetime announced a two-picture deal with Sarah Drew, who will star, write and executive produce “Reindeer Games” and star in “Stolen Hearts: The Lizbeth Meredith Story” for the channel’s “It’s A Wonderful Lifetime” holiday film slate.
“I’ve absolutely loved working with Lifetime over the past few years and couldn’t be more thrilled to continue my relationship with them as an actor and now as a writer and producer as well. I’m delighted to announce my screenwriting debut with ‘Reindeer Games,’ a romantic comedy about love, loss, and the importance of true community. I’m looking forward to working with Lifetime to bring more stories like this to life,” Drew said.
“Reindeer Games” is currently in development and follows a fading Hollywood star who returns to his small hometown following his breakup. He’s begrudgingly roped into the town’s titular holiday fundraising tradition, but when he...
“I’ve absolutely loved working with Lifetime over the past few years and couldn’t be more thrilled to continue my relationship with them as an actor and now as a writer and producer as well. I’m delighted to announce my screenwriting debut with ‘Reindeer Games,’ a romantic comedy about love, loss, and the importance of true community. I’m looking forward to working with Lifetime to bring more stories like this to life,” Drew said.
“Reindeer Games” is currently in development and follows a fading Hollywood star who returns to his small hometown following his breakup. He’s begrudgingly roped into the town’s titular holiday fundraising tradition, but when he...
- 11/1/2021
- by Jennifer Yuma
- Variety Film + TV
Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, which was canceled as a series last spring by NBC, will sing on as a Christmas-themed feature film streaming on the Roku Channel this holiday season.
Production of Zoey’s Extraordinary Christmas will start this month in Vancouver, with Lionsgate remaining onboard as the studio. Cast members Jane Levy, Skylar Astin, Alex Newell, John Clarence Stewart, Andrew Leeds, Alice Lee, Michael Thomas Grant, Kapil Talwalkar, David St. Louis, Mary Steenburgen, Peter Gallagher and Bernadette Peters are all returning. Story-wise, the film picks up where Season 2 left off, according to the official announcement.
The film will stream for free on the ad-supported Roku Channel in the U.S. Along with the film, all 25 episodes of the series will stream on the Roku Channel in the U.S. later this fall.
It is the first Roku Originals film and also the first scripted project outside of the pool...
Production of Zoey’s Extraordinary Christmas will start this month in Vancouver, with Lionsgate remaining onboard as the studio. Cast members Jane Levy, Skylar Astin, Alex Newell, John Clarence Stewart, Andrew Leeds, Alice Lee, Michael Thomas Grant, Kapil Talwalkar, David St. Louis, Mary Steenburgen, Peter Gallagher and Bernadette Peters are all returning. Story-wise, the film picks up where Season 2 left off, according to the official announcement.
The film will stream for free on the ad-supported Roku Channel in the U.S. Along with the film, all 25 episodes of the series will stream on the Roku Channel in the U.S. later this fall.
It is the first Roku Originals film and also the first scripted project outside of the pool...
- 9/8/2021
- by Dade Hayes
- Deadline Film + TV
“Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist,” after getting axed by NBC, may be getting a second life at Roku.
Roku, which has been bulking up its original programming slate, is in discussions with Lionsgate Television, the producer of the musical dramedy, for a movie special bringing back the original cast including star Jane Levy, Variety confirmed.
Roku and Lionsgate reps declined to comment.
Sources cautioned that while Roku and Lionsgate are in talks, there’s no deal signed. The project under discussion would be a two-hour movie special that would hit the Roku Channel around the 2021 holidays. While other reports have said Roku would have the option to pick up “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” for a new season, a source familiar with the talks said that’s not on the table and that the movie deal would be a one-off.
“Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” was canceled after two seasons at NBC this spring.
Roku, which has been bulking up its original programming slate, is in discussions with Lionsgate Television, the producer of the musical dramedy, for a movie special bringing back the original cast including star Jane Levy, Variety confirmed.
Roku and Lionsgate reps declined to comment.
Sources cautioned that while Roku and Lionsgate are in talks, there’s no deal signed. The project under discussion would be a two-hour movie special that would hit the Roku Channel around the 2021 holidays. While other reports have said Roku would have the option to pick up “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” for a new season, a source familiar with the talks said that’s not on the table and that the movie deal would be a one-off.
“Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” was canceled after two seasons at NBC this spring.
- 8/5/2021
- by Todd Spangler
- Variety Film + TV
“Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” is nearing a comeback, though it may be a brief one.
The musical comedy, which was canceled earlier this year by NBC after two seasons, is closing in on a deal with Roku for a two-hour movie that would wrap up the show, an individual with knowledge of the talks told TheWrap. The project is being eyed for the holidays.
According to TV Line, which broke the news, if the movie performs well, a potential third season could be in the cards. It is not yet a done deal but is in advanced negotiations. The entire main cast is expected to return, though not all deals are done.
Reps for Roku and Lionsgate, which produces the show with Universal Television, declined to comment. Peacock decided against ordering a third season after it was canceled in May.
“Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” stars Jane Levy as a software developer...
The musical comedy, which was canceled earlier this year by NBC after two seasons, is closing in on a deal with Roku for a two-hour movie that would wrap up the show, an individual with knowledge of the talks told TheWrap. The project is being eyed for the holidays.
According to TV Line, which broke the news, if the movie performs well, a potential third season could be in the cards. It is not yet a done deal but is in advanced negotiations. The entire main cast is expected to return, though not all deals are done.
Reps for Roku and Lionsgate, which produces the show with Universal Television, declined to comment. Peacock decided against ordering a third season after it was canceled in May.
“Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” stars Jane Levy as a software developer...
- 8/5/2021
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
The options on the cast of Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, headlined by Jane Levy, expired earlier this week, and they have not been extended, I have learned.
Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist lead studio Lionsgate Television has been looking to find a new home for the show since NBC canceled the series three weeks ago after two seasons and a potential move to NBCUniversal streamer Peacock did not materialize.
I hear conversations are still ongoing, with various options to continue the story of Zoey Clarke explored — series, miniseries or a movie. While none is believed to be close to reality, if any progresses, Lionsgate would need to make new deals with some or all of the Season 2 regular cast, which included Levy, Skylar Astin, Alex Newell, John Clarence Stewart, Andrew Leeds, Alice Lee, Michael Thomas Grant, Kapil Talwalkar and Mary Steenburgen.
Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist lead studio Lionsgate Television has been looking to find a new home for the show since NBC canceled the series three weeks ago after two seasons and a potential move to NBCUniversal streamer Peacock did not materialize.
I hear conversations are still ongoing, with various options to continue the story of Zoey Clarke explored — series, miniseries or a movie. While none is believed to be close to reality, if any progresses, Lionsgate would need to make new deals with some or all of the Season 2 regular cast, which included Levy, Skylar Astin, Alex Newell, John Clarence Stewart, Andrew Leeds, Alice Lee, Michael Thomas Grant, Kapil Talwalkar and Mary Steenburgen.
- 7/2/2021
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
NBC has canceled “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” after two seasons, the network said Wednesday.
The show, a co-production between Lionsgate Television and Universal Television, will be shopped to other outlets. However, according to an individual familiar with the situation, NBC’s sister streaming service Peacock has already passed on a third season.
The news comes after the Austin Winsberg-created musical dramedy wrapped its second season back in May.
“In a world where finding loyal and passionate audiences is never easy, we believe there must be a home for this great, award-winning show with a passionate and dedicated following,” a Lionsgate spokesperson said in a statement on Wednesday.
“Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” stars Jane Levy as a software developer who discovers she has the ability to hear other people’s innermost thoughts via musical numbers. Skylar Astin, Alex Newell, John Clarence Stewart, Andrew Leeds, Alice Lee, Michael Thomas Grant, Kapil Talwalkar and Mary Steenburgen also star.
The show, a co-production between Lionsgate Television and Universal Television, will be shopped to other outlets. However, according to an individual familiar with the situation, NBC’s sister streaming service Peacock has already passed on a third season.
The news comes after the Austin Winsberg-created musical dramedy wrapped its second season back in May.
“In a world where finding loyal and passionate audiences is never easy, we believe there must be a home for this great, award-winning show with a passionate and dedicated following,” a Lionsgate spokesperson said in a statement on Wednesday.
“Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” stars Jane Levy as a software developer who discovers she has the ability to hear other people’s innermost thoughts via musical numbers. Skylar Astin, Alex Newell, John Clarence Stewart, Andrew Leeds, Alice Lee, Michael Thomas Grant, Kapil Talwalkar and Mary Steenburgen also star.
- 6/9/2021
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
“Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” has been canceled after two seasons at NBC, Variety has learned.
According to sources, there had been talks about moving the musical dramedy series to streaming service Peacock for a third season, but that move ultimately did not come together. According to a spokesperson for Lionsgate Television, which co-produces the series, there are plans to shop it to other outlets.
“In a world where finding loyal and passionate audiences is never easy, we believe there must be a home for this great, award-winning show with a passionate and dedicated following,” the spokesperson said.
The series starred Jane Levy as Zoey Clarke, a computer coder living in San Francisco. After an unusual event, Zoey, suddenly starts to hear the innermost wants, thoughts and desires of the people around her through popular songs.
Along with Levy, the series also starred Alex Newell, Skylar Astin, John Clarence Stewart, Mary Steenburgen,...
According to sources, there had been talks about moving the musical dramedy series to streaming service Peacock for a third season, but that move ultimately did not come together. According to a spokesperson for Lionsgate Television, which co-produces the series, there are plans to shop it to other outlets.
“In a world where finding loyal and passionate audiences is never easy, we believe there must be a home for this great, award-winning show with a passionate and dedicated following,” the spokesperson said.
The series starred Jane Levy as Zoey Clarke, a computer coder living in San Francisco. After an unusual event, Zoey, suddenly starts to hear the innermost wants, thoughts and desires of the people around her through popular songs.
Along with Levy, the series also starred Alex Newell, Skylar Astin, John Clarence Stewart, Mary Steenburgen,...
- 6/9/2021
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
The cast of Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist might have performed their last number. NBC has opted not to give a third-season renewal to the musical dramedy with a passionate following, which topped USA Today’s annual Save Our Shows poll for a second consecutive year.
The decision comes three and a half weeks after the series, headlined by Jane Levy, aired its Season 2 finale. As Deadline reported last month, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, a middling linear Live+Same Day ratings performer with an outsized digital footprint, had been in consideration for a pickup by NBC sibling streamer Peacock. I hear that Peacock, the streaming home of Zoey’s first two seasons, ultimately opted not to proceed with a third season.
In addition to being a digital phenom, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist also has gotten awards recognition. Lionsgate Television, which co-produces the series with Universal Television, will be mounting an aggressive...
The decision comes three and a half weeks after the series, headlined by Jane Levy, aired its Season 2 finale. As Deadline reported last month, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, a middling linear Live+Same Day ratings performer with an outsized digital footprint, had been in consideration for a pickup by NBC sibling streamer Peacock. I hear that Peacock, the streaming home of Zoey’s first two seasons, ultimately opted not to proceed with a third season.
In addition to being a digital phenom, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist also has gotten awards recognition. Lionsgate Television, which co-produces the series with Universal Television, will be mounting an aggressive...
- 6/9/2021
- by Nellie Andreeva and Alexandra Del Rosario
- Deadline Film + TV
All the heart songs and dance numbers of Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist will come to E! for a two-day marathon.
From Sunday to Monday, May 30-31, E! will broadcast all 25 episodes of the musical dramedy back-to-back, beginning with the pilot on 9 a.m. Sunday.
The series, which stars Jane Levy, Skylar Astin, Alex Newell, John Clarence Stewart, Andrew Leeds, Alice Lee and Mary Steenburgen, wrapped up its second season this month with a surprise twist. Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, created and written by showrunner Austin Winsberg, has yet to be canceled or renewed for a third season at NBC as the series is one of four shows with undetermined fates at the network.
During the NBC upfront press call last week, Susan Rovner said that decisions have yet to be made on the four bubble shows.
“We are not going to make our decisions yet on those shows,” she told Deadline.
From Sunday to Monday, May 30-31, E! will broadcast all 25 episodes of the musical dramedy back-to-back, beginning with the pilot on 9 a.m. Sunday.
The series, which stars Jane Levy, Skylar Astin, Alex Newell, John Clarence Stewart, Andrew Leeds, Alice Lee and Mary Steenburgen, wrapped up its second season this month with a surprise twist. Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, created and written by showrunner Austin Winsberg, has yet to be canceled or renewed for a third season at NBC as the series is one of four shows with undetermined fates at the network.
During the NBC upfront press call last week, Susan Rovner said that decisions have yet to be made on the four bubble shows.
“We are not going to make our decisions yet on those shows,” she told Deadline.
- 5/27/2021
- by Alexandra Del Rosario
- Deadline Film + TV
ABC has given a big put pilot commitment to Family Affair, a single-camera family comedy with musical elements from husband-and-wife writer-producers Devon and Ranada Shepard, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, Mary J. Blige, Universal Music/Polygram Entertainment and ABC Signature.
Written by Devon and Ranada Shepard, Family Affair centers on A-ron, a faded R&b star and committed bachelor whose life is thrown into a tailspin when he’s saddled with raising his sister’s four kids. A-ron is overwhelmed and underwater until he discovers that musical talent runs in the family. These kids can sing! With their sights set on success, A-ron’s about to learn that managing a music group might be hard, but raising four kids is even harder.
The Shepards executive produce with Jackson via his G Unit Film & Television, Blige and Bruce Miller via her Blue Butterfly, David Blackman and Daniel Inkeles for Universal Music/Polygram Entertainment and Noah Rosenberg.
Written by Devon and Ranada Shepard, Family Affair centers on A-ron, a faded R&b star and committed bachelor whose life is thrown into a tailspin when he’s saddled with raising his sister’s four kids. A-ron is overwhelmed and underwater until he discovers that musical talent runs in the family. These kids can sing! With their sights set on success, A-ron’s about to learn that managing a music group might be hard, but raising four kids is even harder.
The Shepards executive produce with Jackson via his G Unit Film & Television, Blige and Bruce Miller via her Blue Butterfly, David Blackman and Daniel Inkeles for Universal Music/Polygram Entertainment and Noah Rosenberg.
- 11/19/2020
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
ABC has given a put pilot order to a musical comedy series that boasts Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and Mary J. Blige among its executive producers.
Titled “Family Affair,” the single-camera series follows A-ron, a faded R&b star and committed bachelor whose life is thrown into a tailspin when he’s saddled with raising his sister’s four kids. A-ron is overwhelmed and underwater until he discovers that musical talent runs in the family. With their sights set on success, A-ron’s about to learn that managing a music group might be hard, but raising four kids is even harder.
According to sources, ABC picked up the project after a multi-network bidding war. It has a substantial penalty attached in the high six figure range. ABC has plans to open a writers’ room, with the show representing one of ABC’s largest commitments this season.
Devon and Ranada Shepard will...
Titled “Family Affair,” the single-camera series follows A-ron, a faded R&b star and committed bachelor whose life is thrown into a tailspin when he’s saddled with raising his sister’s four kids. A-ron is overwhelmed and underwater until he discovers that musical talent runs in the family. With their sights set on success, A-ron’s about to learn that managing a music group might be hard, but raising four kids is even harder.
According to sources, ABC picked up the project after a multi-network bidding war. It has a substantial penalty attached in the high six figure range. ABC has plans to open a writers’ room, with the show representing one of ABC’s largest commitments this season.
Devon and Ranada Shepard will...
- 11/19/2020
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Mary J. Blige and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson are teaming up for a comedy series in development at ABC.
The project, titled “Family Affair,” is a single-camera comedy about a faded R&b star and committed bachelor named A-ron, whose life is thrown into a tailspin when he’s saddled with raising his sister’s four kids. A-ron is overwhelmed and underwater until he discovers that musical talent runs in the family.
Devon and Ranada Shepard are writers and executive producers on the project, alongside Jackson via his G-Unit banner. Also executive producing are Blige and Bruce Miller of Blue Butterfly Productions and David Blackman and Daniel Inkeles of Universal Music’s film and TV division, Polygram.
Noah Rosenberg is also an executive producer on the series, which hails from ABC Signature.
Jackson’s prolific G-Unit Film & Television production company is behind the ABC legal drama “For Life,” as...
The project, titled “Family Affair,” is a single-camera comedy about a faded R&b star and committed bachelor named A-ron, whose life is thrown into a tailspin when he’s saddled with raising his sister’s four kids. A-ron is overwhelmed and underwater until he discovers that musical talent runs in the family.
Devon and Ranada Shepard are writers and executive producers on the project, alongside Jackson via his G-Unit banner. Also executive producing are Blige and Bruce Miller of Blue Butterfly Productions and David Blackman and Daniel Inkeles of Universal Music’s film and TV division, Polygram.
Noah Rosenberg is also an executive producer on the series, which hails from ABC Signature.
Jackson’s prolific G-Unit Film & Television production company is behind the ABC legal drama “For Life,” as...
- 11/19/2020
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
Exclusive: Jee Young Han and Felix Mallard are set for recurring roles on the upcoming second season of NBC’s musical dramedy Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, starring Jane Levy.
Created and executive produced by Jake in Progress creator Austin Winsberg, who serves as showrunner, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist stars Jane Levy as Zoey Clarke, a whip-smart computer coder forging her way in San Francisco. After an unusual event, Zoey, who always preferred podcasts over pop songs, suddenly starts to hear the innermost wants, thoughts and desires of the people around her – her family, co-workers and complete strangers – through popular songs. At first, she questions her own sanity, but after getting some guidance from her musically adept neighbor, Mo (Alex Newell), and making a breakthrough with her ailing father (Peter Gallagher), Zoey soon realizes this unwanted curse might just be an incredibly...
Created and executive produced by Jake in Progress creator Austin Winsberg, who serves as showrunner, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist stars Jane Levy as Zoey Clarke, a whip-smart computer coder forging her way in San Francisco. After an unusual event, Zoey, who always preferred podcasts over pop songs, suddenly starts to hear the innermost wants, thoughts and desires of the people around her – her family, co-workers and complete strangers – through popular songs. At first, she questions her own sanity, but after getting some guidance from her musically adept neighbor, Mo (Alex Newell), and making a breakthrough with her ailing father (Peter Gallagher), Zoey soon realizes this unwanted curse might just be an incredibly...
- 10/29/2020
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Everyone’s favorite familiar-slash-vampire hunter on FX’s “What We Do in the Shadows” will soon show off his musical side on the small-screen: Harvey Guillén will recur on the second season of NBC’s “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist,” Variety has learned exclusively.
In the multi-episode arc, Guillén will play George, a new programmer who is constantly looking for approval from the titular Zoey (Jane Levy) and his colleagues. His first episode will be the second season premiere, which does not have a specific date just yet but is set to be in 2021.
In addition to “What We Do in the Shadows,” Guillén recently wrapped production on the upcoming feature film “Werewolves Within,” which is based on Ubisoft’s game of the same name. His past credits include the big-screen comedy “The Internship,” Syfy’s “The Magicians,” HBO’s “Room 104,” Apple TV Plus’ “Little America,” Nickelodeon’s “The Thundermans,” MTV’s Eye Candy,...
In the multi-episode arc, Guillén will play George, a new programmer who is constantly looking for approval from the titular Zoey (Jane Levy) and his colleagues. His first episode will be the second season premiere, which does not have a specific date just yet but is set to be in 2021.
In addition to “What We Do in the Shadows,” Guillén recently wrapped production on the upcoming feature film “Werewolves Within,” which is based on Ubisoft’s game of the same name. His past credits include the big-screen comedy “The Internship,” Syfy’s “The Magicians,” HBO’s “Room 104,” Apple TV Plus’ “Little America,” Nickelodeon’s “The Thundermans,” MTV’s Eye Candy,...
- 9/18/2020
- by Danielle Turchiano
- Variety Film + TV
We’ll be seeing more of David, Emily, Leif and Tobin on the second season of Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist. Andrew Leeds, Alice Lee, Michael Thomas Grant and Kapil Talwalkar, who recurred respectively as the characters in season 1, have been promoted to series regular for season 2 of the NBC musical dramedy starring Jane Levy. The series is slated to return to NBC in midseason.
Created and executive produced by Jake in Progress creator Austin Winsberg, who serves as showrunner, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist stars Levy as Zoey Clarke, a whip-smart computer coder forging her way in San Francisco. After an unusual event, Zoey, who always preferred podcasts over pop songs, suddenly starts to hear the innermost wants, thoughts and desires of the people around her – her family, co-workers and complete strangers – through popular songs. At first, she questions her own sanity, but after getting some guidance from her musically adept neighbor,...
Created and executive produced by Jake in Progress creator Austin Winsberg, who serves as showrunner, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist stars Levy as Zoey Clarke, a whip-smart computer coder forging her way in San Francisco. After an unusual event, Zoey, who always preferred podcasts over pop songs, suddenly starts to hear the innermost wants, thoughts and desires of the people around her – her family, co-workers and complete strangers – through popular songs. At first, she questions her own sanity, but after getting some guidance from her musically adept neighbor,...
- 9/3/2020
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
In today’s TV News Roundup, HBO announced the premiere date for “Lovecraft Country,” and Tubi announced it will add 30 seasons of Bob Ross’ “The Joy of Painting” to its streaming library.
Dates
HBO has announced its upcoming drama series “Lovecraft Country” will debut on Aug. 16 at 9 p.m. and be available to watch on HBO Max after airing. Based on the novel of the same name by Matt Ruff, the series follows two childhood friends journey across a monster-packed 1950s Jim Crow America in search of a missing father. The series comes from afemme, Inc., Bad Robot Productions and Monkeypaw Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television. Misha Green, J.J. Abrams, Jordan Peele, Bill Carraro, Yann Demange, Daniel Sackheim and David Knoller serve as executive producers.
CBS All Access has announced its new animated comedy series “Star Trek: Lower Decks” will premiere on the streamer on Aug. 6. New episodes...
Dates
HBO has announced its upcoming drama series “Lovecraft Country” will debut on Aug. 16 at 9 p.m. and be available to watch on HBO Max after airing. Based on the novel of the same name by Matt Ruff, the series follows two childhood friends journey across a monster-packed 1950s Jim Crow America in search of a missing father. The series comes from afemme, Inc., Bad Robot Productions and Monkeypaw Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television. Misha Green, J.J. Abrams, Jordan Peele, Bill Carraro, Yann Demange, Daniel Sackheim and David Knoller serve as executive producers.
CBS All Access has announced its new animated comedy series “Star Trek: Lower Decks” will premiere on the streamer on Aug. 6. New episodes...
- 7/1/2020
- by J. Kim Murphy
- Variety Film + TV
NBC renewed its musical comedy “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” for a second season.
“We were overwhelmed by the number of people who fell in love with ‘Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist’ and how much joy it brought to everyone. We’re thrilled to bring it back and can’t wait to see how Zoey’s journey continues,” said Lisa Katz and Tracey Pakosta, Co-Presidents of Scripted Programming, NBC Entertainment.
The first season averaged a 0.7 rating in adults 18-49 and 3.1 million viewers overall according to Nielsen’s “live plus seven day” metric.
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“Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” is produced by Lionsgate and Universal Television in association with the Tannenbaum Company, Feigco Entertainment and Universal Music Group’s Polygram Entertainment.
Austin Winsberg writes and executive produces. Kim Tannenbaum and Eric Tannenbaum, Paul Feig, David Blackman, Daniel Inkeles and Sam Laybourne also serve as executive producers.
“We were overwhelmed by the number of people who fell in love with ‘Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist’ and how much joy it brought to everyone. We’re thrilled to bring it back and can’t wait to see how Zoey’s journey continues,” said Lisa Katz and Tracey Pakosta, Co-Presidents of Scripted Programming, NBC Entertainment.
The first season averaged a 0.7 rating in adults 18-49 and 3.1 million viewers overall according to Nielsen’s “live plus seven day” metric.
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“Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” is produced by Lionsgate and Universal Television in association with the Tannenbaum Company, Feigco Entertainment and Universal Music Group’s Polygram Entertainment.
Austin Winsberg writes and executive produces. Kim Tannenbaum and Eric Tannenbaum, Paul Feig, David Blackman, Daniel Inkeles and Sam Laybourne also serve as executive producers.
- 6/11/2020
- by Tim Baysinger
- The Wrap
“Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” has been renewed for a second season at NBC, Variety has learned.
“We were overwhelmed by the number of people who fell in love with ‘Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist’ and how much joy it brought to everyone,” aid Lisa Katz and Tracey Pakosta, co-presidents of scripted programming for NBC Entertainment. We’re thrilled to bring it back and can’t wait to see how Zoey’s journey continues.”
The series centers on Zoey Clarke (Jane Levy), a computer coder living in San Francisco. After an unusual event, Zoey, suddenly starts to hear the innermost wants, thoughts and desires of the people around her through popular songs. At first, she questions her own sanity, but after getting some guidance from her musically adept neighbor, Mo (Alex Newell), and making a breakthrough with her ailing father (Peter Gallagher), Zoey soon realizes this unwanted curse may just be an incredibly wonderful...
“We were overwhelmed by the number of people who fell in love with ‘Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist’ and how much joy it brought to everyone,” aid Lisa Katz and Tracey Pakosta, co-presidents of scripted programming for NBC Entertainment. We’re thrilled to bring it back and can’t wait to see how Zoey’s journey continues.”
The series centers on Zoey Clarke (Jane Levy), a computer coder living in San Francisco. After an unusual event, Zoey, suddenly starts to hear the innermost wants, thoughts and desires of the people around her through popular songs. At first, she questions her own sanity, but after getting some guidance from her musically adept neighbor, Mo (Alex Newell), and making a breakthrough with her ailing father (Peter Gallagher), Zoey soon realizes this unwanted curse may just be an incredibly wonderful...
- 6/11/2020
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
NBC has ordered a second season of musical dramedy Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist starring Jane Levy. We hear the order is for 13 episodes.
A co-production between Lionsgate TV and Universal TV, the series had been considered the strongest contender among NBC’s bubble shows this season. It has a passionate following and recently topped USA Today’s annual Save Our Shows poll with record support.
Of the other NBC bubble series, the network this week canceled Lincoln Rhyme: The Hunt for the Bone Collector and Perfect Harmony. Manifest is still very much in contention as NBC and producer Warner Bros. TV are discussing a deal, while Indebted is not expected to continue.
Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist has been a digital phenom with huge online/social media following whose very modest Live+Same Day linear ratings are dwarfed by its delayed multi-platform numbers. It is one of NBC’s strongest digital performers,...
A co-production between Lionsgate TV and Universal TV, the series had been considered the strongest contender among NBC’s bubble shows this season. It has a passionate following and recently topped USA Today’s annual Save Our Shows poll with record support.
Of the other NBC bubble series, the network this week canceled Lincoln Rhyme: The Hunt for the Bone Collector and Perfect Harmony. Manifest is still very much in contention as NBC and producer Warner Bros. TV are discussing a deal, while Indebted is not expected to continue.
Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist has been a digital phenom with huge online/social media following whose very modest Live+Same Day linear ratings are dwarfed by its delayed multi-platform numbers. It is one of NBC’s strongest digital performers,...
- 6/11/2020
- by Nellie Andreeva and Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
British entertainment channel E4 has acquired U.K. rights to upcoming musical dramedy “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” from Lionsgate.
Set to air on NBC, it stars Jane Levy as Zoey Clarke, a whip-smart computer coder forging her way in San Francisco. After an unusual event she starts to hear the innermost wants and desires of the people around her through songs. At first, she questions her own sanity but soon realizes this unwanted curse may just be an incredibly wonderful gift.
“Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” was ordered to series by NBC in May 2019, after a pilot order in January 2019.
The series is produced by Lionsgate and Universal Television in association with the Tannenbaum Company, Feigco Entertainment and Universal Music Group.
In addition to Levy, the cast also includes Skylar Astin, Peter Gallagher, Alex Newell, John Clarence Stewart, Carmen Cusack, and Mary Steenburgen.
Karl Warner, controller of E4 said, ““Zoey’s...
Set to air on NBC, it stars Jane Levy as Zoey Clarke, a whip-smart computer coder forging her way in San Francisco. After an unusual event she starts to hear the innermost wants and desires of the people around her through songs. At first, she questions her own sanity but soon realizes this unwanted curse may just be an incredibly wonderful gift.
“Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” was ordered to series by NBC in May 2019, after a pilot order in January 2019.
The series is produced by Lionsgate and Universal Television in association with the Tannenbaum Company, Feigco Entertainment and Universal Music Group.
In addition to Levy, the cast also includes Skylar Astin, Peter Gallagher, Alex Newell, John Clarence Stewart, Carmen Cusack, and Mary Steenburgen.
Karl Warner, controller of E4 said, ““Zoey’s...
- 10/15/2019
- by Tim Dams
- Variety Film + TV
Lauren Graham is returning to TV with her first series regular role since NBC’s “Parenthood” ended in 2015 and is returning to NBC as well.
The “Gilmore Girls” alum has joined “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist,” the network’s upcoming midseason dramedy, an NBC spokesperson told TheWrap. She will play Joan — the boss of computer coder Zoey (Jane Levy) — replacing Carmen Cusack from the Paul Feig-produced show’s pilot.
Along with Levy, Graham joins a cast that includes Skylar Astin, Peter Gallagher, Alex Newell, John Clarence Stewart and Mary Steenburgen.
Also Read: 'Pitch Perfect' Alum Skylar Astin to Star in NBC Musical Dramedy Pilot 'Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist'
Here’s NBC’s description for “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist”:
In this joyous and celebratory drama, Zoey Clarke is a whip-smart computer coder forging her way in San Francisco. After an unusual event she starts to hear the...
The “Gilmore Girls” alum has joined “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist,” the network’s upcoming midseason dramedy, an NBC spokesperson told TheWrap. She will play Joan — the boss of computer coder Zoey (Jane Levy) — replacing Carmen Cusack from the Paul Feig-produced show’s pilot.
Along with Levy, Graham joins a cast that includes Skylar Astin, Peter Gallagher, Alex Newell, John Clarence Stewart and Mary Steenburgen.
Also Read: 'Pitch Perfect' Alum Skylar Astin to Star in NBC Musical Dramedy Pilot 'Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist'
Here’s NBC’s description for “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist”:
In this joyous and celebratory drama, Zoey Clarke is a whip-smart computer coder forging her way in San Francisco. After an unusual event she starts to hear the...
- 8/27/2019
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
Exclusive: Cristela alum Andrew Leeds is set for a recurring role opposite Jane Levy in NBC’s musical light drama series Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, from Jake in Progress creator Austin Winsberg, Lionsgate, The Tannenbaum Co., Paul Feig’s FeigCo Entertainment and Universal Music Group.
Written by Winsberg and directed by Richard Shepard, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist centers on Zoey Clarke (Levy), a whip-smart computer coder forging her way in San Francisco. After an unusual event she starts to hear the innermost wants and desires of the people around her through songs. At first, she questions her own sanity but soon realizes this unwanted curse may just be an incredibly wonderful gift.
Leeds will play David, a lawyer and Zoey’s older, more self-assured and “normal” brother.
Winsberg executive produces the series with FeigCo’s Feig and Jessie Henderson, along with Kim Tannenbam and Eric Tannenbaum via The Tannenbaum Co.
Written by Winsberg and directed by Richard Shepard, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist centers on Zoey Clarke (Levy), a whip-smart computer coder forging her way in San Francisco. After an unusual event she starts to hear the innermost wants and desires of the people around her through songs. At first, she questions her own sanity but soon realizes this unwanted curse may just be an incredibly wonderful gift.
Leeds will play David, a lawyer and Zoey’s older, more self-assured and “normal” brother.
Winsberg executive produces the series with FeigCo’s Feig and Jessie Henderson, along with Kim Tannenbam and Eric Tannenbaum via The Tannenbaum Co.
- 5/23/2019
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Updated May 10 at 11:47 a.m. with “Speechless” canceled by ABC.
It’s that time of year again! As the broadcast networks consider new series for their fall slates ahead of their upfront presentations to advertisers next week, they’ve also begun to winnow down which current shows will return next season and which will come to an end.
Below is every scripted (and a few unscripted) show that ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox and The CW have renewed or canceled so far, along with those still awaiting their fates for the 2019-20 slate. We’ve also included descriptions of the new shows that have been picked up so far.
Check back throughout the week for updates. You can read our pilot guide to see what projects may soon be ordered to series here.
It’s that time of year again! As the broadcast networks consider new series for their fall slates ahead of their upfront presentations to advertisers next week, they’ve also begun to winnow down which current shows will return next season and which will come to an end.
Below is every scripted (and a few unscripted) show that ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox and The CW have renewed or canceled so far, along with those still awaiting their fates for the 2019-20 slate. We’ve also included descriptions of the new shows that have been picked up so far.
Check back throughout the week for updates. You can read our pilot guide to see what projects may soon be ordered to series here.
- 5/10/2019
- by Jennifer Maas
- The Wrap
NBC has picked up the drama “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” for the 2019-2020 season.
The series follows Zoey Clarke (Jane Levy), a whip-smart computer coder forging her way in San Francisco. After an unusual event she starts to hear the innermost wants and desires of the people around her through songs. At first, she questions her own sanity but soon realizes this unwanted curse may just be an incredibly wonderful gift.
In addition to Levy, the cast also includes Skylar Astin, Peter Gallagher, Alex Newell, John Clarence Stewart, Carmen Cusack, and Mary Steenburgen.
Austin Winsberg will write and executive produce. Paul Feig, Jessie Henderson, Kim Tannenbaum, Eric Tannenbaum, David Blackman and Daniel Inkeles will executive produce. Richard Shepard directed and executive produced the pilot.
“Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” is produced by Lionsgate in association with the Tannenbaum Company, FeigCo Entertainment and Universal Music Group.
This marks the third drama order...
The series follows Zoey Clarke (Jane Levy), a whip-smart computer coder forging her way in San Francisco. After an unusual event she starts to hear the innermost wants and desires of the people around her through songs. At first, she questions her own sanity but soon realizes this unwanted curse may just be an incredibly wonderful gift.
In addition to Levy, the cast also includes Skylar Astin, Peter Gallagher, Alex Newell, John Clarence Stewart, Carmen Cusack, and Mary Steenburgen.
Austin Winsberg will write and executive produce. Paul Feig, Jessie Henderson, Kim Tannenbaum, Eric Tannenbaum, David Blackman and Daniel Inkeles will executive produce. Richard Shepard directed and executive produced the pilot.
“Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” is produced by Lionsgate in association with the Tannenbaum Company, FeigCo Entertainment and Universal Music Group.
This marks the third drama order...
- 5/10/2019
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
NBC has given a series order to another buzzy pilot, musical light drama Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist starring Jane Levy. It hails from Jake in Progress creator Austin Winsberg, Lionsgate, The Tannenbaum Co., Paul Feig’s FeigCo Entertainment and Universal Music Group.
This marks NBC’s first series order to an outside studio this season. It joins the Universal TV-produced dramas Council of Dads and Bluff City Law and comedy Sunnyside. It is the latest hourlong musical drama for NBC, following recent entries Smash and Rise. The network also has choir comedy pilot Perfect Harmony in serious contention.
Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist also marks the first broadcast series for Lionsgate since another music-fueled drama, Nashville, which aired for six seasons on ABC and Cmt.
Written by Winsberg and directed by Richard Shepard, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist centers on Zoey Clarke (Levy), a whip-smart computer coder forging her way in San Francisco.
This marks NBC’s first series order to an outside studio this season. It joins the Universal TV-produced dramas Council of Dads and Bluff City Law and comedy Sunnyside. It is the latest hourlong musical drama for NBC, following recent entries Smash and Rise. The network also has choir comedy pilot Perfect Harmony in serious contention.
Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist also marks the first broadcast series for Lionsgate since another music-fueled drama, Nashville, which aired for six seasons on ABC and Cmt.
Written by Winsberg and directed by Richard Shepard, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist centers on Zoey Clarke (Levy), a whip-smart computer coder forging her way in San Francisco.
- 5/10/2019
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
NBC is ready to make beautiful music with Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, by giving a series order to the Jane Levy-led drama.
Described as a “joyous and celebratory drama,” the series stars the Suburgatory alum as Zoey Clarke, a whip-smart computer coder who is forging her way in San Francisco. Following an unusual event, Zoey starts to hear the innermost wants and desires of the people around her… through songs.
At first, Zoey questions her own sanity, but soon realizes this unwanted curse may just be an incredibly wonderful gift.
The cast also includes Skylar Astin (Pitch Perfect), Peter Gallagher...
Described as a “joyous and celebratory drama,” the series stars the Suburgatory alum as Zoey Clarke, a whip-smart computer coder who is forging her way in San Francisco. Following an unusual event, Zoey starts to hear the innermost wants and desires of the people around her… through songs.
At first, Zoey questions her own sanity, but soon realizes this unwanted curse may just be an incredibly wonderful gift.
The cast also includes Skylar Astin (Pitch Perfect), Peter Gallagher...
- 5/10/2019
- TVLine.com
Exclusive: Peter Gallagher and John Clarence Stewart (Luke Cage) are set as series regulars opposite Jane Levy in Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, NBC’s hourlong musical dramedy pilot from Jake in Progress creator Austin Winsberg, Paul Feig (Bridesmaids), Eric and Kim Tannenbaum (Two and a Half Men), Universal Music Group and Lionsgate TV.
Written by Winsberg and directed by Richard Shepard, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist is described tonally as What Women Want meets La La Land. It follows Zoey (Levy), a whip-smart but socially awkward woman in her late 20s who suddenly is able to hear the innermost thoughts of people around her as songs and even big musical numbers that they perform just for her. With this new ability at her disposal, she is able to use her “gift” not only to help herself understand people in her life but also to help others around her.
Written by Winsberg and directed by Richard Shepard, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist is described tonally as What Women Want meets La La Land. It follows Zoey (Levy), a whip-smart but socially awkward woman in her late 20s who suddenly is able to hear the innermost thoughts of people around her as songs and even big musical numbers that they perform just for her. With this new ability at her disposal, she is able to use her “gift” not only to help herself understand people in her life but also to help others around her.
- 3/6/2019
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Mary Steenburgen has been cast in the NBC drama pilot “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist,” Variety has learned.
The project is described as a musical dramedy about Zoey (Jane Levy), who is suddenly able to hear the innermost thoughts of people around her as songs and even big musical numbers that they perform just for her. With this new ability at her disposal, she is able to use her “gift” to not only help herself understand people in her life, but also to help others around her.
Steenburgen will play Maggie, Zoey’s mother. She is trying to put her best foot forward and keep her family intact.
Steenburgen previously won an Oscar and a Golden Globe for her role in the film “Melvin and Howard.” She is also well known for her roles in films like “What’s Eating Gilbert Grape,” “Parenthood,” “Powder,” “The Help,” and “Step Brothers.” She has...
The project is described as a musical dramedy about Zoey (Jane Levy), who is suddenly able to hear the innermost thoughts of people around her as songs and even big musical numbers that they perform just for her. With this new ability at her disposal, she is able to use her “gift” to not only help herself understand people in her life, but also to help others around her.
Steenburgen will play Maggie, Zoey’s mother. She is trying to put her best foot forward and keep her family intact.
Steenburgen previously won an Oscar and a Golden Globe for her role in the film “Melvin and Howard.” She is also well known for her roles in films like “What’s Eating Gilbert Grape,” “Parenthood,” “Powder,” “The Help,” and “Step Brothers.” She has...
- 2/26/2019
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Mary Steenburgen is set to co-star opposite Jane Levy in Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, NBC’s musical dramedy pilot from Jake in Progress creator Austin Winsberg, Eric and Kim Tannenbaum, Feigco, Universal Music Group and Lionsgate TV.
Written by Winsberg and directed by Richard Shepard, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist is described tonally as What Women Want meets La La Land. It follows Zoey (Levy), a whip-smart but socially awkward girl in her late 20s who suddenly is able to hear the innermost thoughts of people around her as songs and even big musical numbers that they perform just for her. With this new ability at her disposal, she is able to use her “gift” to not only help herself understand people in her life, but also to help others around her.
Steenburgen will play Maggie. As Zoey’s mother, she is trying to put her best foot forward and keep her family intact.
Written by Winsberg and directed by Richard Shepard, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist is described tonally as What Women Want meets La La Land. It follows Zoey (Levy), a whip-smart but socially awkward girl in her late 20s who suddenly is able to hear the innermost thoughts of people around her as songs and even big musical numbers that they perform just for her. With this new ability at her disposal, she is able to use her “gift” to not only help herself understand people in her life, but also to help others around her.
Steenburgen will play Maggie. As Zoey’s mother, she is trying to put her best foot forward and keep her family intact.
- 2/26/2019
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Mary Steenburgen is adding her voice to the chorus of NBC’s musical dramedy pilot Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist. The Academy Award-winning actress has been cast as Maggie, the well-meaning mother of Jane Levy’s title character, TVLine has learned.
NBC describes the project as an “innovative musical dramedy about a whip-smart but socially awkward girl in her late 20’s who is suddenly able to hear the innermost thoughts of people around her as songs and even big musical numbers that they perform just for her. With this new ability at her disposal, she is able to use her ‘gift...
NBC describes the project as an “innovative musical dramedy about a whip-smart but socially awkward girl in her late 20’s who is suddenly able to hear the innermost thoughts of people around her as songs and even big musical numbers that they perform just for her. With this new ability at her disposal, she is able to use her ‘gift...
- 2/26/2019
- TVLine.com
NBC has added two more actors to the cast of its pilot “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist.”
“Pitch Perfect” star Skylar Astin is set to star opposite the previously cast Jane Levy in the musical dramedy pilot from executive producer Paul Feig and Lionsgate. He’ll be joined by “Glee” alum Alex Newell.
Written by Austin Winsberg, the pilot centers on Zoey (Levy), a whip-smart but socially awkward girl in her late 20s who is suddenly able to hear the innermost thoughts of people around her as songs and even big musical numbers that they perform just for her.
Also Read: Jane Levy to Star in NBC Pilot 'Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist,' Paul Feig Drops Out as Director
Astin will play Zoey’s co-worker and best friend Max, who is described as a “funny, charming, self-deprecating, wannabe ladies man with a sexy-nerd, indie vibe.” The role will serve as his...
“Pitch Perfect” star Skylar Astin is set to star opposite the previously cast Jane Levy in the musical dramedy pilot from executive producer Paul Feig and Lionsgate. He’ll be joined by “Glee” alum Alex Newell.
Written by Austin Winsberg, the pilot centers on Zoey (Levy), a whip-smart but socially awkward girl in her late 20s who is suddenly able to hear the innermost thoughts of people around her as songs and even big musical numbers that they perform just for her.
Also Read: Jane Levy to Star in NBC Pilot 'Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist,' Paul Feig Drops Out as Director
Astin will play Zoey’s co-worker and best friend Max, who is described as a “funny, charming, self-deprecating, wannabe ladies man with a sexy-nerd, indie vibe.” The role will serve as his...
- 2/21/2019
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
Jane Levy has been cast as the lead in the NBC pilot “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist,” TheWrap has learned.
From producer Paul Feig and writer Austin Winsberg, the pilot is a musical dramedy about a whip-smart but socially awkward girl in her late 20s who is suddenly able to hear the innermost thoughts of people around her as songs and even big musical numbers that they perform just for her.
The “Suburgatory” alum will star as Zoey Harris, who is described as “a socially awkward, smart, charming, type-a whip-smart coder with a nervous energy and an impressive ability to talk a lot.”
Also Read: TV Pilot Season 2019: TheWrap's Complete Guide
Feig was originally attached to direct in addition to serving as executive producer on the pilot, but the “A Simple Favor” helmer has since dropped out, citing scheduling conflicts. Richard Shepard, whose recent TV work includes multiple episodes of...
From producer Paul Feig and writer Austin Winsberg, the pilot is a musical dramedy about a whip-smart but socially awkward girl in her late 20s who is suddenly able to hear the innermost thoughts of people around her as songs and even big musical numbers that they perform just for her.
The “Suburgatory” alum will star as Zoey Harris, who is described as “a socially awkward, smart, charming, type-a whip-smart coder with a nervous energy and an impressive ability to talk a lot.”
Also Read: TV Pilot Season 2019: TheWrap's Complete Guide
Feig was originally attached to direct in addition to serving as executive producer on the pilot, but the “A Simple Favor” helmer has since dropped out, citing scheduling conflicts. Richard Shepard, whose recent TV work includes multiple episodes of...
- 2/11/2019
- by Reid Nakamura
- The Wrap
Jane Levy has been cast in the lead role of the NBC drama pilot “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist,” Variety has learned.
In addition, Paul Feig will no longer direct the pilot as planned due to scheduling conflicts. He remains on the project as an executive producer. Richard Shepard has now joined the pilot as the director and executive producer.
Levy will play Zoey Harris, described as a socially awkward, smart, charming, type-a whip-smart coder with a nervous energy and an impressive ability to talk a lot.
Levy recently starred in the Hulu series “Castle Rock” and will appear in the upcoming Netflix series “What/If.” She also had a role in the Seeso series “There’s…Johnny!” She previously starred in the series “Suburgatory” and played Mandy Milkovich in the first season of “Shameless.” On the feature side, she starred in 2013’s “Evil Dead,” “Don’t Breathe,” and “The Pretenders.”
She...
In addition, Paul Feig will no longer direct the pilot as planned due to scheduling conflicts. He remains on the project as an executive producer. Richard Shepard has now joined the pilot as the director and executive producer.
Levy will play Zoey Harris, described as a socially awkward, smart, charming, type-a whip-smart coder with a nervous energy and an impressive ability to talk a lot.
Levy recently starred in the Hulu series “Castle Rock” and will appear in the upcoming Netflix series “What/If.” She also had a role in the Seeso series “There’s…Johnny!” She previously starred in the series “Suburgatory” and played Mandy Milkovich in the first season of “Shameless.” On the feature side, she starred in 2013’s “Evil Dead,” “Don’t Breathe,” and “The Pretenders.”
She...
- 2/11/2019
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Former Suburgatory star Jane Levy is set as the lead of NBC’s Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist musical dramedy pilot, from Jake in Progress creator Austin Winsberg, Eric and Kim Tannenbaum, FeigCo, Universal Music Group and Lionsgate TV.
Richard Shepard has come on board to direct the pilot, replacing Paul Feig, who originally intended to direct but won’t be able to due to his busy feature schedule. Feig will continue to serve as an executive producer.
Written by Winsberg, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist is described tonally as What Women Want meets La La Land. It follows a whip-smart but socially awkward girl in her late 20’s, Zoey (Levy) who is suddenly able to hear the innermost thoughts of people around her as songs and even big musical numbers that they perform just for her. With this new ability at her disposal, she is able to use her “gift” to...
Richard Shepard has come on board to direct the pilot, replacing Paul Feig, who originally intended to direct but won’t be able to due to his busy feature schedule. Feig will continue to serve as an executive producer.
Written by Winsberg, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist is described tonally as What Women Want meets La La Land. It follows a whip-smart but socially awkward girl in her late 20’s, Zoey (Levy) who is suddenly able to hear the innermost thoughts of people around her as songs and even big musical numbers that they perform just for her. With this new ability at her disposal, she is able to use her “gift” to...
- 2/11/2019
- by Nellie Andreeva and Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
NBC may have scrapped its production of Hair, but the Peacock network still has a song in its heart. Suburgatory alumna Jane Levy will star in the pilot for Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, a musical dramedy about a young woman who gains the ability to hear people’s thoughts — which are occasionally presented to her via song-and-dance performances — TVLine has learned.
Levy’s 20-something character is described as a “socially awkward, smart, charming type-a whip-smart coder with a nervous energy and an impressive ability to talk a lot.” Upon discovering this incredible new ability, she uses it to “not only...
Levy’s 20-something character is described as a “socially awkward, smart, charming type-a whip-smart coder with a nervous energy and an impressive ability to talk a lot.” Upon discovering this incredible new ability, she uses it to “not only...
- 2/11/2019
- TVLine.com
A documentary about rock band the Go-Go’s is coming to Showtime.
The premium cable network announced Saturday it has acquired U.S. rights to The Go-Go’s, directed by Alison Ellwood.
Born out of the Los Angeles punk scene, the Go-Go’s shot to the top of the charts in the 1980s. The girl group was made up of Charlotte Caffey, Belinda Carlisle (lead vocals), Gina Schock (drums), Kathy Valentine (bass and vocals) and Jane Wiedlin (guitar & vocals).
The band’s 1981 debut album, Beauty and the Beat, featuring the hits Our Lips Are Sealed and We Got the Beat, was one of the most successful debut albums of all time, resulting in a Best New Artist Grammy nomination.
The band granted full access for the documentary feature, Showtime said. The doc will include interviews with members of the...
The premium cable network announced Saturday it has acquired U.S. rights to The Go-Go’s, directed by Alison Ellwood.
Born out of the Los Angeles punk scene, the Go-Go’s shot to the top of the charts in the 1980s. The girl group was made up of Charlotte Caffey, Belinda Carlisle (lead vocals), Gina Schock (drums), Kathy Valentine (bass and vocals) and Jane Wiedlin (guitar & vocals).
The band’s 1981 debut album, Beauty and the Beat, featuring the hits Our Lips Are Sealed and We Got the Beat, was one of the most successful debut albums of all time, resulting in a Best New Artist Grammy nomination.
The band granted full access for the documentary feature, Showtime said. The doc will include interviews with members of the...
- 2/10/2019
- by Anita Bennett
- Deadline Film + TV
NBC has greenlighted two more hourlong pilots, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist and Emergence, both from outside studios. Musical dramedy Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist hails from Jake in Progress creator Austin Winsberg, Eric and Kim Tannenbaum, Universal Music Group and Lionsgate TV; mystery drama Emergence is from from Kevin (Probably) Saves the World creators/executive producers Michele Fazekas and Tara Butters, director Paul McGuigan and ABC Studios.
Written by Winsberg and to be directed by Paul Feig, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, which had a script commitment plus penalty, is described tonally as What Women Want meets La La Land. It follows a whip-smart but socially awkward girl in her late 20s who is suddenly able to hear the innermost thoughts of people around her as songs and even big musical numbers that they perform just for her. With this new ability at her disposal, she is able to use her “gift...
Written by Winsberg and to be directed by Paul Feig, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, which had a script commitment plus penalty, is described tonally as What Women Want meets La La Land. It follows a whip-smart but socially awkward girl in her late 20s who is suddenly able to hear the innermost thoughts of people around her as songs and even big musical numbers that they perform just for her. With this new ability at her disposal, she is able to use her “gift...
- 1/12/2019
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: NBC has given a script commitment plus penalty to Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, an hourlong musical dramedy from Jake in Progress creator Austin Winsberg, Paul Feig (Bridesmaids), Eric and Kim Tannenbaum (Two and a Half Men), Universal Music Group and Lionsgate TV.
Written by Winsberg and to be directed by Feig, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, is described tonally as What Women Want meets La La Land. It follows a whip-smart, socially awkward girl in her late 20s who is suddenly given an extraordinary ability to know the deepest desires of the people around her through songs.
Winsberg executive produces with FeigCo’s Feig and Jessie Henderson, along with Kim Tannenbaum, Eric Tannenbaum and Jason Wang via The Tannenbaum Company. The project unites several entities that have first-look deals at Lionsgate TV — Universal Music Group, FeigCo and the Tannenbaum Co.
Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist is the first project to come...
Written by Winsberg and to be directed by Feig, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, is described tonally as What Women Want meets La La Land. It follows a whip-smart, socially awkward girl in her late 20s who is suddenly given an extraordinary ability to know the deepest desires of the people around her through songs.
Winsberg executive produces with FeigCo’s Feig and Jessie Henderson, along with Kim Tannenbaum, Eric Tannenbaum and Jason Wang via The Tannenbaum Company. The project unites several entities that have first-look deals at Lionsgate TV — Universal Music Group, FeigCo and the Tannenbaum Co.
Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist is the first project to come...
- 9/28/2018
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
Polygram Entertainment, the film and television unit of Universal Music Group, has hired former Studiocanal exec Daniel Inkeles as VP Scripted Film & Television. The division relaunched in February 2017 and is run by by David Blackman, Umg’s Head of Film & Television Development and Production, to whom Inkeles will report. He will be based in Santa Monica and will be tasked with spearheading scripted feature film and TV projects.
At Studiocanal, a sister Vivendi company to Umg, Inkeles served as VP International Production and Development, working recently on Aardman Animations’ Early Man and the upcoming Liam Neeson pic Hard Power.
“I’m thrilled to welcome Daniel to Polygram Entertainment, where we’re working closely with Umg’s artists and labels to develop film and television projects that engage fans around the world,” Blackman said. “We have only scratched the surface of what’s possible and with Daniel’s help, we will...
At Studiocanal, a sister Vivendi company to Umg, Inkeles served as VP International Production and Development, working recently on Aardman Animations’ Early Man and the upcoming Liam Neeson pic Hard Power.
“I’m thrilled to welcome Daniel to Polygram Entertainment, where we’re working closely with Umg’s artists and labels to develop film and television projects that engage fans around the world,” Blackman said. “We have only scratched the surface of what’s possible and with Daniel’s help, we will...
- 6/5/2018
- by Patrick Hipes
- Deadline Film + TV
Polygram Entertainment, the film and television division of Universal Music Group, today announced that Daniel Inkeles has been named Vice President, Scripted Film & Television.
According to the announcement, in this newly created role, Inkeles will help accelerate scripted feature film and television projects. He will be based at Umg’s headquarters in Santa Monica and will work closely with the company’s labels, Universal Music Publishing Group, as well as media companies, digital partners and film and television studios and production companies. He reports to David Blackman, Umg’s Head of Film & Television Development and Production.
Polygram Entertainment’s mission is to produce film and television programs that provide deeper narratives and perspectives on recording artists, music and cultural events, according to the announcement. It most recently co-distributed, with Studiocanal, the Ron Howard-directed “The Beatles: Eight Days a Week – The Touring Years.” It is also financing and in production...
According to the announcement, in this newly created role, Inkeles will help accelerate scripted feature film and television projects. He will be based at Umg’s headquarters in Santa Monica and will work closely with the company’s labels, Universal Music Publishing Group, as well as media companies, digital partners and film and television studios and production companies. He reports to David Blackman, Umg’s Head of Film & Television Development and Production.
Polygram Entertainment’s mission is to produce film and television programs that provide deeper narratives and perspectives on recording artists, music and cultural events, according to the announcement. It most recently co-distributed, with Studiocanal, the Ron Howard-directed “The Beatles: Eight Days a Week – The Touring Years.” It is also financing and in production...
- 6/5/2018
- by Variety Staff
- Variety Film + TV
Sony Pictures Animation is developing “The Lamb,” an animated movie inspired by the Nativity story that DeVon Franklin will produce under his newly-minted company Franklin Entertainment. Based on an original pitch by Tom Sheridan, the film will feature both laughs and heart, as well as an all-animal cast. Sony Animation intends to produce an inspiring, respectful and entertaining take on the famous Nativity story while remaining accessible to a broad audiences. Sony Pictures Animation's Michelle Ramio Kouyate, Jenny Marchick and Daniel Inkeles will oversee the project for the studio.
- 9/2/2014
- by Jeff Sneider
- The Wrap
Disney has an apparent hit with the Maleficent. The tent pole that re-imagined Sleeping Beauty from the perspective of its villain has already amassed $93 million domestically, and in just 7 days. Now Sony is looking to re-imagine an iconic villainess of their own, but they are reaching far beyond fairy tales, all the way back to ancient myths. Indie Wire reports Sony Pictures Animation is developing Medusa, an animated adventure that will give a new perspective on the snake-headed beastie of Greek mythology. The studio bought the pitch for this from Jenny Marchick and Daniel Inkeles, but Sony got serious about Medusa's potential when they attached Lauren Faust to helm. Lauren Faust has a storied history in animation, working on cartoon shows like The Powerpuff Girls, Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends, and Super Best Friends. But she became a goddess among geeks when she rebooted the My Little Pony franchise with...
- 6/6/2014
- cinemablend.com
Sony Pictures Animation today announced the acquisition of an original animated comedy feature pitch by Todd Alcott and Holly Golden entitled Medusa, which will tell an all-new story behind the infamous snake-headed lady from Greek mythology. Emmy® winner Lauren Faust, who rebooted the My Little Pony franchise in 2010 and turned it into the current My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic phenomenon with an ever-growing fanbase of all ages, is attached to direct the feature.
Sony Pictures Animation president of production Michelle Raimo Kouyate will supervise production, along with Jenny Marchick and Daniel Inkeles. Kouyate states:
"After hearing the ingeniously funny pitch from Todd and Holly, we could immediately see the enormous potential in the idea. And when Lauren Faust, a uniquely gifted animation filmmaker with a real talent for relating to audiences, connected with the project, we knew the combination of her vision and their story would create something extraordinary.
Sony Pictures Animation president of production Michelle Raimo Kouyate will supervise production, along with Jenny Marchick and Daniel Inkeles. Kouyate states:
"After hearing the ingeniously funny pitch from Todd and Holly, we could immediately see the enormous potential in the idea. And when Lauren Faust, a uniquely gifted animation filmmaker with a real talent for relating to audiences, connected with the project, we knew the combination of her vision and their story would create something extraordinary.
- 6/5/2014
- by Kellvin Chavez
- LRMonline.com
Medusa, the infamous snake-headed lady of Greek mythology, will be slithering onto the big screen in a new animated comedy at Sony. Sony Pictures Animation bought a pitch from Todd Alcott and Holly Golden entitled Medusa, and My Little Pony director Lauren Faust is attached to direct. Michelle Raimo Kouyate, Sony Pictures Animation president of production, will supervise production, along with Jenny Marchick and Daniel Inkeles. Photos: 10 Inappropriately Sexy Cartoon Characters Faust, repped by Metropolis Talent, developed the Hub Network cartoon My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic, which spawned the pop culture phenomena and their accompanying terms, "bronies" and "pegasisters.
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- 6/5/2014
- by Rebecca Ford
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Lauren Faust, best known for rebooting the popular My Little Pony franchise, has been hired by Sony Pictures Animation to helm their all new animated film, Medusa. The movie will be a new take on the classic Greek Mythology that will be more accessible for a younger audience (i.e. all the damnation and abuse from the Gods will probably be left out). Come inside to learn more about the upcoming film!
Honestly, I'm kind of interested in this new adaptation. Greek Mythology has always been interesting to me, and Hollywood is making bigger efforts to bring some of those stories to the big screen. A new version of Medusa could be a lot of fun, especially with this director behind it:
Sony Pictures Animation today announced the acquisition of an original animated comedy feature pitch by Todd Alcott and Holly Golden entitled Medusa, which will tell an all-new story...
Honestly, I'm kind of interested in this new adaptation. Greek Mythology has always been interesting to me, and Hollywood is making bigger efforts to bring some of those stories to the big screen. A new version of Medusa could be a lot of fun, especially with this director behind it:
Sony Pictures Animation today announced the acquisition of an original animated comedy feature pitch by Todd Alcott and Holly Golden entitled Medusa, which will tell an all-new story...
- 6/5/2014
- by feeds@cinelinx.com (Jordan Maison)
- Cinelinx
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