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Entourage Creator's Preposterous Idea Became a Hit
22 Feb
Summary
- Doug Ellin initially found the show concept preposterous.
- Mark Wahlberg's manager proposed the initial idea.
- Over two dozen drafts were written before selling the pilot.
Doug Ellin, the visionary behind HBO's "Entourage," has revealed the show's unlikely origins. He initially deemed the concept, suggested by Mark Wahlberg's manager Steve Levinson, as a "worst idea ever." The premise was to base a series on Wahlberg and his circle of friends.
Ellin persevered, drafting more than two dozen versions of the concept. After a year of development, he successfully sold the pilot episode. The show quickly became a significant hit, reflecting the dynamics of the Hollywood industry.
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