In the fiercely competitive landscape of entertainment, Hulu has triumphantly secured the drama series 'The Spot,' boasting a star-studded and executive producing force led by the esteemed Academy Award and Emmy winner, Kate Winslet (Mare of Easttown, Mildred Pierce). With a green light straight to series, Deadline sources reveal this coup de grâce.
Originating from the creative mind of Ed Solomon (Full Circle, Men in Black), in collaboration with A24 and Hulu's sibling studio, 20th Television, 'The Spot' weaves a gripping tale penned and helmed by Solomon himself. The narrative follows a celebrated surgeon, essayed by Winslet, and her educator husband as they plunge into a maelstrom of suspicion, believing she might be linked to a child's tragic hit-and-run death. As they delve deeper, the unearthing of dark secrets threatens to unravel the very fabric of their relationship, forcing them to confront the specter of latent guilt and betrayal.
Winslet, a powerhouse both in front of and behind the camera, oversees production through her Juggle Productions, alongside Solomon and A24, who have nurtured and shopped the project. As the lead studio, A24 co-produces the series with Hulu's 20th Television, ensuring a seamless blend of artistic vision and industry prowess.
Winslet's portfolio as a producer under Juggle Productions is testament to her versatility, having delivered critical darlings like HBO's Mare of Easttown and the biographical drama Lee, centering on fashion icon Lee Miller. Her recent acting credits include the executive produced HBO miniseries The Regime and an upcoming role in James Cameron's Avatar: Fire and Ash.
Solomon's storied career spans from his days as a writer on ABC's Laverne & Shirley to co-scripting It's Garry Shandling's Show and the iconic 'Bill & Ted' film franchise. As a solo scribe, he's penned blockbusters like Men In Black and contributed to the Now You See Me series. His partnership with Steven Soderbergh and HBO yielded the critically acclaimed Mosaic, while his screenplay for No Sudden Move, starring an ensemble cast led by Don Cheadle and Benicio Del Toro, further solidified his status as a master storyteller. His latest endeavor, Full Circle, a six-hour limited series, showcases his executive producing prowess alongside his writing talents.
Together, Winslet and Solomon's collaboration on 'The Spot' promises a gripping, emotionally charged journey that will captivate audiences worldwide.
