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[10/02/26 - 11:34 PM]
Development Update: Week of September 28-October 2
Updates include: Ben Hardy to lead Prime Video's "Stillwater"; Shane Paul McGhie, Dasan Frazier tapped for Issa Rae's HBO comedy pilot; and Prime Video eyes new series in Sony's Spider-Man Universe.
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[08/28/26 - 11:10 PM]
Development Update: Week of August 24-28
Updates include: Hulu cancels newcomer "Not Suitable for Work"; Peacock eyes "Bel Air" spin-off focusing on Hilary Banks; and Golf Channel pulls "Big Break" reboot series.
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DEVELOPMENT
HISTORY:
8/28/26
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10/2/26
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STATUS:
currently in development (2027-2028 season) |
DEVELOPMENT STAGE:
script |
DESCRIPTION:
(from HBO's press release, August 2026) Written and exec produced by Rae, the pilot centers on Menzel, a 30-year-old barber, aspiring sports manager, and professional best friend to JB, an up-and-coming boxer, as they navigate ambition, insecurity, loneliness, and the double-edged sword of success within the high-stakes world of professional boxing in Las Vegas. |
CREW INFORMATION:
· Dave Becky as EP
· Issa Rae as CRTR/EP
· Jax Clark as EP
· Jonathan Berry as EP
· Prentice Penny as EP/DIR (Pilot)
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GENRE(S):
· comedy (all)
· comedy (single-camera)
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STUDIO INFORMATION:
· 3 Arts Entertainment
· A Penny for Your Thoughts Entertainment
· Hoorae
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