Alex Ritman TV giant Fremantle has acquired the worldwide rights to “Penelope,” the coming-of-age indie drama produced by Duplass Brothers Productions (“Somebody Somewhere,” “Room 104”) Created by Mark Duplass and Mel Eslyn, the 8-part series premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival and is set to launch on Netflix in the U.S.
on Sep. 24. The series follows Penelope, played by Megan Stott (“Little Fires Everywhere,”“Yes Day“), a 16-year-old who feels out of place in modern society and is drawn into the unknown wilderness, where she begins to form a new life for herself in a National Forest.
Alongside Stott, the cast also includes Austin Abrams (“Euphoria,” “Dash & Lily”), Krisha Fairchild (“Krisha,” “Channel Zero”) and Rhenzy Feliz (“The Penguin,” “All Together Now”). “It is an honour to be partnering with the esteemed Duplass Brothers to introduce ‘Penelope’ to the world.
This premium, coming-of-age series has strong emotional heart and beautiful production values, all whilst addressing important, timely and relatable issues that consume our everyday lives” said Rebecca Dundon, senior vice president of scripted content for international Fremantle. “Penelope’s poignant tale of survival and self-discovery is one we’ve no doubt will capture the hearts of millions across borders.” Added co-creator Eslyn: “Penelope is very dear to our hearts and we wouldn’t trust her to just anyone.
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