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Assassin, Cozy Heroine Unite for Amazon TV Series
24 Feb
Summary
- Azie Tesfai and Drew Lindo are adapting The Accidental Assassin.
- The series follows an assassin and a woman who accidentally kills his target.
- The adaptation is for Amazon MGM Studios, with Tesfai and Lindo producing.
Amazon MGM Studios is set to develop a television adaptation of Nichole Chase's novel, The Accidental Assassin. The project is being brought to life by producers Azie Tesfai and Drew Lindo, who will also serve as writers and executive producers. The series will explore the unlikely pairing of Ava Dumont, a character known for playing it safe, and Owen Walker, a professional assassin.
The premise of "The Accidental Assassin" centers on Dumont accidentally eliminating Walker's intended target during a trip to London. This unexpected event compels them to collaborate, forming a partnership that challenges conventional notions of morality.
Nichole Chase, the author of the bestselling novel, expressed her enthusiasm for the adaptation, stating that Tesfai and Lindo perfectly understood her creation. Lindo, who is also a co-executive producer on the Amazon/MGM series Stargate, will serve as the showrunner for "The Accidental Assassin."
Azie Tesfai, recognized for her role on The CW's Supergirl, is a writer and producer involved in various upcoming projects. This adaptation marks a significant venture for both Tesfai and Lindo within the Amazon/MGM studio system.
