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Warner Bros signs Watchmen writer

Warner Bros Television Group (WBTVG) has signed an overall deal with Cord Jefferson, executive story editor and writer for HBO limited series Watchmen.

Cord Jefferson

Under the terms of the deal, Jefferson will create, develop and produce original programming to be produced by the studio, including drama series, comedies and longform and unscripted projects for all platforms.

This includes projects for HBO Max, HBO and other WarnerMedia-affiliated outlets, as well as external streaming services, premium and basic cable channels and the five broadcast networks.

Under the pact, Jefferson plans to create “thoughtful character dramas and comedies,” as well as “affecting unscripted projects,” in a nod to his roots as a journalist, WarnerMedia said.

The agreement, terms of which were not disclosed, marks Jefferson’s first overall studio deal and continues his relationship with WBTVG and WarnerMedia following his work on Emmy winner Watchmen. Produced by Warner Bros Television, the Damon Lindelof-helmed limited series was adapted from the Alan Moore graphic novel of the same name.

In addition to Watchmen, Jefferson’s writing credits include HBO’s Succession, NBC’s The Good Place and Netflix’s Master of None. Jefferson is represented by 3 Arts Entertainment and Ziffren Brittenham

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