Netflix has acquired the rights to Marco Polo, the upcoming 13th century-set series about the legendary adventurer. The drama, from the Weinstein Company and Electus, had previously been set up at Starz.
Starz first announced Marco Polo at the January 2012 Television Critics Association press tour, but the project has been in slow development since then. Insiders confirm that Starz released the project, freeing up the producers to shop it elsewhere. John Fusco (Hidalgo) is the executive producer and writer, while Dave Erickson (Sons of Anarchy) is executive producer and showrunner.
Source: TV Guide
Starz first announced Marco Polo at the January 2012 Television Critics Association press tour, but the project has been in slow development since then. Insiders confirm that Starz released the project, freeing up the producers to shop it elsewhere. John Fusco (Hidalgo) is the executive producer and writer, while Dave Erickson (Sons of Anarchy) is executive producer and showrunner.
Source: TV Guide
That's quite a get for Netflix!
ReplyDeleteI think Netflix is really trying to establish its custom content. I think in a few years it will have as many new shows as a normal network.
ReplyDeleteI agree and I think the network will have a few cult classic revivals. The only downside is the waiting for new content since they release the seasons all together but if they had several shows it would be more of waiting for the next show as opposed for the next season of a specific show which is good I guess
ReplyDeleteMarco!
ReplyDeletePolo!
I'm surprised.... it seemed right up Starz's alley.
ReplyDeleteObjectively speaking though it might fare better on Netflix.