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Robin Wright to Star in, Direct ‘The Girlfriend’ Series Adaptation at Amazon; Olivia Cooke, Laurie Davidson, Waleed Zuaiter Among Cast


Amazon Prime Video has ordered a series adaptation of the Michelle Frances novel "The Girlfriend" with Robin Wright set to star and direct

“I’m thrilled to be directing and acting in this wildly delicious psychological thriller filled with plot twists and surprising character turns, and to be working with such talented actors, Olivia and Laurie, and an overall amazing cast & crew…so excited!” said Wright. “The Girlfriend is a suspenseful family drama about the collapse of a mother and son’s bond, shown through relatable themes of love, greed, and power,” says Vernon Sanders, head of television for Amazon MGM Studios. “This series speaks directly to our Pan-English strategy maintained by Rola Bauer and we’re thrilled to work with Imaginarium and Robin Wright in adapting Michelle Frances’ compelling story for our global Prime Video customers.”

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