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MGM Television Wins Bidding War for ‘The Book of Cold Cases’ TV Adaptation

The project enters development with writer‑producer Colleen McGuinness attached alongside Toluca Pictures and author Simone St. James.

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.