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Lucie Arnaz and Bob Greenblatt Unveil Estate-Backed Lucy and Desi Drama, Shopping to Networks

The pitch leans on exclusive access to estate-held writings, letters, private archives.

Overview

  • The working title is Lucy and Desi: The Greatest Story Never Told, with a formal pitch deck prepared.
  • Oscar nominee and Emmy winner Richard LaGravenese is attached to create and write the series.
  • Creators envision three seasons of eight episodes covering distinct eras from the 1930s through the I Love Lucy years, with flexibility for a shorter limited run if a buyer prefers.
  • Source material includes the couple’s autobiographies, with rights reverted to their estates, plus previously private family materials.
  • The Green Room and Desilu Productions are producing with Jon Wu, and the team is seeking a network or streamer as the 75th anniversary of I Love Lucy approaches in 2026.