Overview

• NBCUniversal matched a reported nine-figure offer to secure all screen rights, excluding publishing, to Robert Ludlum’s Jason Bourne and Treadstone novels after a competitive auction with seven bidders.
• The deal was brokered by WME on behalf of Captivate Entertainment, which has overseen the Ludlum estate’s rights since 2001.
• Longtime franchise producer Frank Marshall will continue to shepherd future Bourne projects across NBCUniversal’s platforms.
• Early development involves director Edward Berger and a script by Joe Barton, though no project has been greenlit and Matt Damon’s return remains unconfirmed.
• The acquisition consolidates Universal’s control over Bourne films, television, video games, merchandise and the Universal Studios Orlando stunt attraction.