Netflix has handed out a straight-to-series order for Blockbuster, a workplace comedy from writer Vanessa Ramos with Randall Park set to star:
The project, which has been in the works since earlier this year when NBC, marks a reunion for Netflix comedy head Tracey Pakosta with nearly all involved. Pakosta previously served as co-head of scripted at NBC, where she helped develop shows including“To say getting to make a show about a place I love, with my friends Jackie and David, and Randall Park as our star is a dream come true, somehow feels like an understatement,” Ramos said in a statement Wednesday.
Added Pakosta: “When Vanessa and David first came in and shared this idea for a comedy series, we were immediately excited. This is ultimately the story of a dedicated group of co-workers, with a lot of heart. And now with the hilarious Randall Park signing on to play the lead, it’s a no brainer.” After NBC ultimately passed on the script, Universal Television shopped the series and it landed at Netflix, which ultimately cast Park in the lead.
“We’re so happy to be strolling the aisles of a Blockbuster once again, with Vanessa, David and Jackie leading the way,” said Donnelly, exec vp comedy at Universal TV. “We’re also thrilled to be continuing our partnership with Netflix, where we never have to worry about late fees.”Never Have I Ever, Russian Doll, ManifestNetflix originals are overseen by Bela Bajaria, who previously served as president of Universal Television before moving to Netflix.
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