Amazon develops The American Heiress for MGM+ with Julianna Margulies
The eight-episode period romance series adapts Daisy Goodwin's bestselling novel, with Goodwin serving as showrunner and executive producer.
Amazon has confirmed it is developing an eight-episode period romance drama titled The American Heiress for MGM+, according to screenrant.com. The series adapts Daisy Goodwin's bestselling novel of the same name, with Julianna Margulies starring as Isabella Cash.
The story follows Cora Cash, who is brought to England against her will despite being in love with American artist Teddy. Her situation changes after she visits the 12th Duke of Wareham's castle.
Goodwin serves as showrunner and executive producer. The executive producers also include Stacey Snider, Julianna Margulies, Damian Keogh, Stella Merz and Kirstie Macdonald. The series is co-produced by MGM+ Studios and Fifth Season, with Fifth Season handling global distribution.
Catherine Morshead, Sandra Goldbacher and Edward Hall will direct. No production start date has been announced.
Background
Period dramas such as Bridgerton and The Gilded Age have become popular across streaming platforms in recent years. MGM+ previously had success with productions such as American Classic and The Westies, according to Fifth Season President of Television Peter Traugott.
Quick answers
When will The American Heiress be released?
No release date has been announced.
Who stars in The American Heiress?
Julianna Margulies stars as Isabella Cash.
What is The American Heiress based on?
It is an eight-episode adaptation of Daisy Goodwin's bestselling novel of the same name.