Hulu Orders Legal Drama 'Conviction' Starring Elisabeth Moss, Created by David Shore
Hulu has officially given a series order to 'Conviction,' a new legal drama from acclaimed creator David Shore. Elisabeth Moss is set to star in the series, marking a significant new project for the streaming platform.
Series Details
- Source Material: The series draws its inspiration from Jack Jordan's 2023 book of the same name. Jordan himself has secured a development deal with 20th Television, with future adaptations of his novels 'Redemption' (2024) and 'Deception' (2026) already in development.
- Executive Producers: A strong team is behind the project, including stars Elisabeth Moss and David Shore, alongside Warren Littlefield, Bert Salke, and author Jack Jordan.
- Studio: The series is being produced by 20th Television, a key part of Disney Television Studios.
The Premise
'Conviction' centers on criminal Defense Attorney Neve Harper, portrayed by Moss. Harper takes on a high-profile murder case involving a husband accused of arson and the tragic death of his wife.
A mysterious blackmailer compels Harper to compromise legal and ethical obligations to secure an acquittal, threatening to expose her deeply held secrets.
Production Timeline
- Writers' Room: A writers' room for 'Conviction' is anticipated to begin in just 10 days.
- Filming Start: Production is slated to commence in June in New York.
Key Collaborations
This series signifies a continuation of strong partnerships for Hulu.
It marks the third collaboration for Elisabeth Moss and Warren Littlefield on Hulu, following the critically acclaimed 'The Handmaid's Tale' and its upcoming sequel, 'The Testaments.'
For David Shore, 'Conviction' is the first series to be greenlit under his 2024 overall deal with 20th Television. Shore boasts an impressive track record, known for creating hit medical dramas like 'House' and 'The Good Doctor,' and also has a rich background in legal dramas, having worked on 'The Practice' and 'Law & Order.' Shore is also currently executive producing the medical drama 'Under Pressure' for ABC and previously contributed to 'Sneaky Pete' for Prime Video.