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Hong Kong Drama "The Season" Lands Hulu Deal, Heads to Global Debut
11 Oct
Summary
- PCCW Media's six-episode drama "The Season" to debut on Hulu in the U.S.
- Series developed in collaboration with SK Global, known for "Crazy Rich Asians"
- Ensemble cast includes Jessie Mei Li, Karena Lam, and other Asian stars
In a significant development, Hong Kong-based media company PCCW Media has locked in a deal with Hulu to stream its six-episode drama "The Season" in the United States. The series, a collaboration with SK Global, the production company behind acclaimed projects like "Crazy Rich Asians" and "Delhi Crime," is set to make its international market debut at Mipcom later this year.
Viu, the platform that commissioned the project, will retain the rights to stream the series across its 15-market footprint, ensuring it reaches a global audience. The drama, which unfolds during Hong Kong's summer social season, centers on an affluent group whose carefully maintained facade begins to crack when an outsider enters their world. Promising a visually lush exploration of wealth, loyalty, and deception, the series boasts an ensemble cast led by Jessie Mei Li, known for her role in Netflix's "Shadow and Bone," and Hong Kong cinema veteran Karena Lam.
The supporting roster includes a diverse array of Asian talent, including Chris Pang, Justin Chien, and Yvonne Chapman, among others. Additionally, the series features appearances by rising stars like Kōki, Lee Jae-yoon, and Lyman Heung, as well as Hong Kong pop idols Anson Lo and Marf Yau.
With the Hulu deal and Fremantle's involvement in the international distribution, "The Season" is poised to captivate audiences worldwide, offering a unique and compelling glimpse into the pulsating energy of Hong Kong's high society.
