Netflix Secures 'Thumblite': New Silicon Valley Drama Series

Netflix wins bid for 'Thumblite', a high-stakes drama series set in Silicon Valley. Created by Scott Z Burns and starring Rosamund Pike, the show explores tech industry rivalries. Executive producers include Scott Galloway, marking his scripted TV debut.

Netflix has clinched a significant new drama series titled 'Thumblite', set to explore the high-stakes environment of Silicon Valley. The streaming giant secured the series through a competitive bidding process and will give it a straight-to-series order, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

'Thumblite' is crafted by Scott Z Burns, known for his directions in 'The Report' and Apple TV+'s 'Extrapolations'. The series is produced by Media Res, the studio renowned for 'The Morning Show' and 'Pachinko'.

Scott Galloway, a distinguished NYU marketing professor and podcaster, will also serve as an executive producer, making his debut in scripted television, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter. The show is described as a 'corporate thriller set in Silicon Valley,' focusing on the fierce rivalries, ambitions, and power struggles among tech industry leaders and their teams.

While specific details about Rosamund Pike's character remain undisclosed, Pike will not only star in the series but also take on an executive producer role. Pike, celebrated for her roles in 'The Wheel of Time' and 'Saltburn', adds her star power and experience to this eagerly awaited project.

The series is part of a broader trend of Silicon Valley-themed content. CBS is also developing a legal drama titled 'Cupertino', created by Robert and Michelle King, known for their work on 'Evil' and 'The Good Fight', according to The Hollywood Reporter. Scott Z Burns is expected to serve as the showrunner for 'Thumblite', bringing his extensive experience in both writing and directing.

Burns' notable projects include the feature films 'The Informant!', 'Contagion', and 'The Laundromat', along with episodes of Showtime's 'The Loudest Voice' and 'Californication'. In addition to Burns, Galloway, and Pike, the executive production team features Greg Jacobs, Michael Ellenberg, and Lindsey Springer from Media Res. (ANI)

(With inputs from agencies.)