Overview
- MGM Television secured the series adaptation in a multi‑studio bidding war for Simone St. James’ 2022 novel.
- Colleen McGuinness will write the adaptation and executive produce with Simone St. James, Steve Stark and Stacey Levin via Toluca Pictures.
- The series is in development with no greenlight, casting, or production timeline announced.
- The novel blends true crime, mystery and supernatural elements across 1977 and 2017 in Claire Lake, Oregon, centering on Shea Collins and Beth Greer.
- Toluca Pictures brings credits including Wednesday, Vikings: Valhalla and The Handmaid’s Tale, while McGuinness is Emmy, WGA and PGA‑nominated with work on 30 Rock, Ramy, Forever and Life & Beth.