Eddie Murphy Sets Peacock Drama Created by Matthew Weiner
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Eddie Murphy is set to star in "The Chairman," a drama series in development at Peacock created by Matthew Weiner, marking Murphy's first live-action scripted TV role if the series is greenlit.
- The series is produced by Universal Television and 101 Studios, with involvement from David Glasser and ex-Paramount boss Chris McCarthy, and both Murphy and Weiner serving as producers.
- Murphy, renowned for his comedy career including "Saturday Night Live" and films like "Beverly Hills Cop" and "Coming to America," has previously only done voice acting in scripted TV with "The PJs."
- Matthew Weiner, known for creating "Mad Men" and working on "The Sopranos," brings significant prestige to the project with his track record of critically acclaimed television series.
- Plot details for "The Chairman" have not been released, and the series represents a collaboration between high-profile industry figures under NBCUniversal's umbrella.
