Fremantle, a TV giant, has acquired the worldwide rights to the coming-of-age indie drama series “Penelope,” produced by Duplass Brothers Productions, known for shows like “Somebody Somewhere” and “Room 104.”
The 8-part series, created by Mark Duplass and Mel Eslyn, made its debut at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival and is scheduled to premiere on Netflix in the U.S. on September 24th.
“Penelope” revolves around the story of a 16-year-old girl named Penelope, portrayed by Megan Stott, who feels like she doesn’t belong in modern society. She finds herself drawn to the unknown wilderness, where she starts to build a new life for herself in a National Forest. The cast also includes actors like Austin Abrams, Krisha Fairchild, and Rhenzy Feliz.
Rebecca Dundon, Fremantle’s senior vice president of scripted content, expressed her excitement about partnering with the Duplass Brothers to introduce “Penelope.” She highlighted the series’ emotional depth, high production values, and its exploration of relevant issues that resonate with audiences worldwide. Dundon believes that Penelope’s story of survival and self-discovery will captivate viewers across different cultures.
Mel Eslyn, the co-creator of the series, emphasized the importance of finding partners who truly understand and support the vision behind “Penelope.” She expressed gratitude for the opportunity to work with collaborators who appreciate the story they are trying to tell and the conversations they hope to inspire.
“Penelope” is not only written and created by Mark Duplass and Mel Eslyn but also executive produced by Jay Duplass and Shuli Harel of Duplass Brothers Productions. Eslyn takes on the role of director and showrunner for the series. Fremantle is responsible for the global distribution of “Penelope.”
With its unique storyline, talented cast, and experienced production team, “Penelope” promises to deliver a captivating and thought-provoking viewing experience for audiences around the world. Stay tuned for the premiere of this compelling coming-of-age series on Netflix.
