'The Suck' Vietnam War Series from Lionsgate in Development
Ed Zwick and Marshall Herskovitz (Thirtysomething) have set up Vietnam war drama The Suck to air on Discovery Channel. The Lionsgate project has a 10-episode series commitment at the network, and will air in 2018
The series is based on an unpublished memoir by Vietnam veteran Stephen McCallister, and will present a unique and unexpected view of the American experience in the Vietnam War. It will dramatise the story of the Vietnamese in a way unseen before on television. Zwick will helm the pilot.
“We are so lucky that Ed and Marshall, who have created so many indelible characters and unforgettable stories, are now taking Discovery viewers on a new journey. It’s great that we get to partner with the Lionsgate team to bring it all to life,” said Rich Ross, group president of Discovery, Animal Planet, Science Channel and Velocity.
“This series brings together an incredible property, the brilliant creative team of Ed Zwick and Marshall Herskovitz and the perfect partner in our friends at Discovery,” said Lionsgate Television Group chairman Kevin Beggs. “Ed and Marshall have done a remarkable job of shepherding the success of Nashville this season, and we’re proud to bring their singular talents to the television portrayal of Stephen McAllister’s unconventional Vietnam memoir. We’re also delighted to continue growing our relationship with Discovery on this high-end premium scripted series that we expect to resonate with their viewers for years to come.”
Source: http://variety.com/2017/tv/news/lionsgate-vietnam-war-series-discovery-1...
