What's Happening?
Hulu has ordered a pilot for 'Foster Dade', a mystery YA drama created by Greg Berlanti and Bash Doran, based on Nash Jenkins' novel 'Foster Dade Explores the Cosmos'. The series, set in a boarding school, explores themes of privilege, scandal, and masculinity against the backdrop of social media and millennial anxiety. This project is part of Hulu's strategy to develop pilots for both comedy and drama, expanding its content offerings.
Why It's Important?
The pilot order for 'Foster Dade' reflects Hulu's commitment to diversifying its content portfolio and attracting a younger audience interested in complex narratives. By investing in original programming, Hulu aims to strengthen its competitive position in the streaming market, offering unique stories that resonate with contemporary social issues. This move also highlights the growing trend of streaming services adopting traditional pilot development models to refine and test new series concepts.
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