Sarah Lancashire will play Julia Child in a new series.
Sarah Lancashire
The 56-year-old actress is set to star as the world-renowned cook in the HBO Max series 'Julia', after its pilot was recently picked up for an eight-episode project.
Sarah Aubrey, the head of original content at HBO Max, said: “We are so happy to help bring the incomparable Julia Child back to the small screen, when we need her more than ever.
"This show’s look into her life, marriage and trailblazing career as she transformed the way we talk about food is an absolute delight. Our incredible cast and formidable creative team are a recipe for success, and we couldn’t be more excited.”
'Julia' is inspired by the chef's life, as it explores a loving marriage with an evolving and complicated power dynamic.
David Hyde Pierce has signed on for the drama, which will also feature the likes of Brittany Bradford, Fran Kranz, Fiona Glascott, Bebe Neuwirth, Isabella Rossellini and Jefferson Mays.
'Julia' is being produced by Lionsgate and 3 Arts Entertainment, with Todd Schulkin joining the project as a consulting producer on behalf of the Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy and the Culinary Arts.
Looking forward to the series, Jocelyn Sabo, the Lionsgate Television Group's SVP, told Variety: “We’re delighted to expand our relationship with HBO Max by teaming with our production partners at 3 Arts on Julia, the complex and compelling story of the celebrated chef, author and TV personality who almost single-handedly invented the world of food television.
“Combining an extraordinary creative team, powerhouse cast and timely subject matter, the series has all the ingredients to resonate with HBO Max audiences for years to come.”
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