NBC signs series deal with Norman Lear

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NBC has signed a series deal with legendary, Emmy Award-winning television producer Norman Lear ("All in the Family") to join Reveille, Act III Productions, and Universal Media Studios in producing a one-hour dramedy focused on a mother who reenters the work force and is pitted against her late husband's ruthless partner in a money-charged battle of the sexes on Wall Street.


The announcement was made by Ben Silverman, Co-Chairman, NBC Entertainment and Universal Media Studios.
"Norman Lear is an idol of mine and bringing his voice back to network television is the fulfillment of a personal dream," said Silverman.  "The series will push the envelope by tackling gender issues through comedy, character and emotion."    

Nina Colman is the writer and creator of the project and will serve as an executive producer along side Norman Lear's Act III productions, in association with Reveille and the newly named Universal Media Studios (formerly NBC Universal Television Studio).

Lara Bergthold will serve as executive producer on behalf of Act III Productions.  In addition, Todd Cohen, VP, Domestic Scripted Television, will oversee on behalf of Reveille.