BACKENTERTAINMENT ONE INKS MULTI YEAR FIRST LOOK DEAL WITH BEAU WILLIMON AND JORDAN TAPPIS PRODUCTION COMPANY WESTWARDWillimon to Shepherd TV Adaption of Hasbro's Iconic Game RISK
Los Angeles, CA January 11, 2021 Entertainment One (eOne), Hasbro's entertainment studio, today announced a new first-look, multi-year television deal with Beau Willimon and Jordan Tappis' production company, Westward. As part of the deal, Willimon, the esteemed Emmy award and Academy award nominated writer and producer, will write and oversee development of a TV adaption of the iconic Hasbro property, Risk.
As we continue to build out eOne's world-class content slate, we couldn't think of more perfect partners than Beau and Jordan whose award-winning storytelling and imagination are among the best in the business, said Michael Lombardo, President, Global Television, eOne. In Beau, we've found an amazing combination of brilliant producer, singular creator, and avid fan of Risk. We can't wait to work with him and the rest of the Westward team to reimagine that brand and so much more.
Said Willimon and Tappis, All of us at Westward are thrilled to join forces with eOne to bring to life some of the most successful IP in the marketplace as well as partner on our extensive slate of scripted television shows. We're excited to develop Risk as our first project together.
Willimon's television credits include creating the award-winning Netflix series House of Cards, and Hulu's space drama The First along with Academy award nominated films Mary Queen of Scots and The Ides of March. He and Westward are represented by Schreck Rose Dapello Adams Berlin & Dunham.
eOne's lineup of original and acquired content features over 50 series and long-form programs commissioned by over 20 different broadcast and cable networks including eOne-produced series The Rookie starring Nathan Fillion for ABC; Nurses on NBC; limited series Run, from Vicky Jones and Phoebe Waller-Bridge for HBO; Burden of Truth starring Kristen Kreuk on the CW; Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez for Netflix; upcoming series including Cruel Summer for Freeform; Yellowjackets for Showtime; as well as past limited series Sharp Objects starring Amy Adams for HBO; and Designated Survivor, starring Kiefer Sutherland for ABC/Netflix. eOne recently announced a partnership with Jonathan Entwistle, an overall deal with Emmy-award winning writer/producer Bryan Cogman as well as first-look deals with prolific author James Patterson, and producer Jeremy Latcham.
About eOne
Entertainment One Ltd. (eOne) is a talent-driven independent studio that specializes in the development, acquisition, production, financing, distribution and sales of entertainment content. As part of global play and entertainment company Hasbro (NASDAQ: HAS), eOne s expertise spans across film, television and music production and sales; family programming, merchandising and licensing; digital content; and live entertainment. Through its extensive reach and scale, and a deep commitment to high-quality entertainment, eOne unlocks the power and value of creativity.
eOne brings to market both original and existing content, sourcing IP from Hasbro's portfolio of 1500+ brands, and through a diversified network of creative partners and eOne companies.
About Hasbro
Hasbro (NASDAQ: HAS) is a global play and entertainment company committed to Creating the World s Best Play and Entertainment Experiences. From toys, games and consumer products to television, movies, digital gaming, live action, music, and virtual reality experiences, Hasbro connects to global audiences by bringing to life great innovations, stories and brands across established and inventive platforms. Hasbro's iconic brands include NERF, MAGIC: THE GATHERING, MY LITTLE PONY, TRANSFORMERS, PLAY-DOH, MONOPOLY, BABY ALIVE, POWER RANGERS, PEPPA PIG and PJ MASKS, as well as premier partner brands. Through its global entertainment studio, eOne, Hasbro is building its brands globally through great storytelling and content on all screens. Hasbro is committed to making the world a better place for all children and all families through corporate social responsibility and philanthropy. Hasbro ranked among the 2020 100 Best Corporate Citizens by 3BL Media, has been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for the past nine years, and one of America's Most JUST Companies by Forbes and JUST Capital for the past four years. We routinely share important business and brand updates on our Investor Relations website, Newsroom and social channels (@Hasbro on Twitter and Instagram, and @HasbroOfficial on Facebook.)
2020 Hasbro, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
About Westward
Westward is an award-winning, full-service film and television studio with offices in Venice Beach and Brooklyn. Westward specializes in all aspects of production, from creative development and financing to production management.
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