The 'Girlfriends,' 'Being Mary Jane' and 'Black Lightning' exec producer was at Warner Bros. TV and will develop new projects for the streamer.
andexec producer has inked a multiple-year pact with the streaming giant and will develop new scripted and other creative projects for the company. She previously was housed at Warner Bros. TV, the studio behind The CW's DC Comics drama"It is a dream to partner with the force of Netflix, for we have the same goals — telling human stories for a global audience," Akil said.
"We are thrilled to welcome Mara Brock Akil to Netflix. Her signature storytelling, authentic perspective and captivating characters have long entertained audiences and proven to be relevant, timely and endlessly engaging. We look forward to bringing her distinct voice, vision and passion to our global members,” said vp originals Dungey.by Warner Bros. TV after he was sued for domestic violence and breach of contract actress and writer Amber Dixon Brenner.
Mara Brock Akil becomes the latest showrunner to sign with Netflix and joins a roster that also includes Shonda Rhimes, Kenya Barris, Ryan Murphy, and the creators behind
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