Wednesday, November 22, 2017

Drama queens

How many ex-BBC people does it need to make a drama series for ITV?

Clearly seeking some more post-Downton options, ITV are reported to have commissioned a version of Amanda Foreman's book, Georgiana: Duchess of Devonshire.  BBC Films backed a version, The Duchess, starring Keira Knightley, back in 2008.

Now, Baby Cow productions, led by former BBC Films boss Christine Langan (executive producer on The Duchess), has teamed with Bad Wolf productions, led by former BBC Drama producers Jane Tranter and Julie Gardner, for a series, to be written by former BBC2 Controller, Janice Hadlow. Neat.

Meanwhile, if you're interested in historical mysteries, consider this Tweet today from Amanda Foreman...

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