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James Mangold Revives 'Cop Land' for TV Series
22 Apr
Summary
- James Mangold is adapting his 1997 film 'Cop Land' into a TV series.
- The series adaptation is co-written by Robert Levine and is already attracting offers.
- This marks Mangold's return to television after nearly a decade.
Director James Mangold is revisiting his acclaimed 1997 film 'Cop Land' for a television series adaptation. This project marks Mangold's return to television after a nearly decade-long hiatus from the medium. He will co-write, direct, and executive produce the series, which is being developed by Paramount Television Studios and Miramax Television.
Robert Levine, co-creator of 'The Old Man,' is also co-writing and executive producing the crime drama and will serve as showrunner. The series adaptation originated from conversations Mangold had with Miramax CEO Jonathan Glickman, exploring opportunities within Miramax's extensive film library. This initiative aligns with Paramount's strategy to leverage its film intellectual property for television development.
The original 'Cop Land,' starring Sylvester Stallone, Harvey Keitel, Ray Liotta, and Robert De Niro, grossed $63.7 million on a $15 million budget. Mangold's feature directing credits include 'Girl, Interrupted,' 'Walk the Line,' and the Oscar-nominated 'Logan' and 'Ford v. Ferrari.' His recent television work includes executive producing 'Damnation.'
