No Angels Network: ABC Studio: ABC Studios Production Company: Amblin Television Executive Producers: Julie Anne Robinson, Stacy Traub, Justin Falvey, Darryl Frank, Roderick Seligman, Simon Heath Writer: Stacy Traub Director: Julie Anne Robinson Logline: About a group of nurses who work together and live together. Work issues become home issues. Home issues become work issues. And eventually it’s hard to tell which is which. Details: Based on the British dramedy, No Angels, which aired on Channel 4 in 2004. SSN Insight: Robinson is also developing The Long Game, with Shondaland and ABC, being written by Jennifer Schuur, about a female forensic accountant who exposes fraud for a living.

Riverdale Network: Fox Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Companies: Berlanti Productions, Archie Comics Entertainment Executive Producers: Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, Jon Goldwater Writer: Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa Logline: Set in the present, the series offers a subversive take on Archie, Betty, Veronica and their friends, exploring the surreality of small-town life — the darkness and weirdness bubbling beneath Riverdale’s wholesome façade. Details: Based on the characters from the Archie comics. SSN Insight: Berlanti is also developing three other projects, Blindspot for NBC, Supergirl for CBS, and The Things They Left Behind for CBS. Untitled Fortune Feimster Comedy Project Network: ABC Studio: Universal Television Production Company: 3 Arts Entertainment Executive Producers: Matt Hubbard, Tina Fey, Robert Carlock, David Miner Co-Executive Producer: Fortune Feimster Writer: Matt Hubbard Logline: Set in North Carolina, the show is based on the family life and stand-up of Feimster. SSN Insight: Project reunites the same producers who last season created Cabot College for Fox, which ultimately did not get picked up to series.

Totally Illegal Network: ABC Studio: ABC Studios Executive Producers: Lee Aronsohn, Marcus Wiley Writer: Lee Aronsohn Logline: The show takes a different spin on the idea of assimilation and immigration experiences in the framework of a family show. Details: Based on the real-life experiences of producer Kelly Slattery.

Frankenstein Network: FOX Studio: 20^th Century Fox Production Company: Teakwood Lane Productions Executive Producers: Rand Ravich, Howard Gordon Co-Executive Producer: Hugh Fitzpatrick Writer: Rand Ravich Logline: Adam Tremble is a morally corrupt FBI agent who is given a second chance at life when he is brought back from the dead. Now younger and stronger, Tremble will have to choose between his old temptations and his new sense of purpose — dealing with threats beyond the FBI’s capabilities. All the while, he must navigate the complicated relationship with his "creators": an antisocial Internet billionaire and his bio-engineer twin sister. Details: Inspired by the novel, Frankenstein, written by Mary Shelley and published in 1818. SSN Insight: Gordon is also developing an untitled project with James Wong for CBS. Phantom of the Opera Network: ABC Studio: ABC Studios Production Company: Cherry/Wind Productions Executive Producers: Marc Cherry, Sabrina Wind, Alan Zachary, Michael Weiner Writers: Alan Zachary, Michael Weiner Logline: Set in the sexy and cutthroat world of the modern-day music business. Details: Based on the novel, Le Fantôme de l'Opéra (Phantom of the Opera), written by Gaston Leroux and originally published as serial in 1909.

The Greater Good Network: ABC Studio: 20^th Century Fox Production Company: Brownstone Productions Executive Producers: Elizabeth Banks, Max Handelman, Caroline Williams Writer: Caroline Williams Director: Elizabeth Banks Logline: A relationship/workplace comedy set in the world of conspiracy theories. SSN Insight: If the project is picked up, it would be Banks’ first directing project.

Death Class Network: NBC Studio: Universal Television Executive Producers: Jennifer Carpenter, Sara Colleton Logline: Centers on nurse Norma Bowe, who, when she decides to teach a class on death at a college in New Jersey, never expected it to be popular. But year after year students crowd into her classroom and the reason is clear: Norma's "death class" is really about how to make the most of what poet Mary Oliver famously called our "one wild and precious life." Details: Based on the novel The Death Class: A True Story About Life, written by Erika Hayasaki. SSN Insight: Carpenter has just recently wrapped the USA pilot Stanistan.

Silk Network: ABC Studio: ABC Studios Production Company: BBC Worldwide Productions Executive Producers: Peter Moffat, Marty Scott Writer: Marty Scott Logline: Chronicles the journey of an unorthodox and uncompromising attorney Martha Costello. What she lacks in polish she makes up for in her unstoppable blue-collar determination. Martha is constantly in battle not only for her own clients, but also for her own survival at the world's top law firm, the secretive and elitist Crown & Royce. Details: Based on the British drama which aired from 2011-2014 on BBC One, and starred Maxine Peake.

Untitled Shane Brennan Family Cop Drama Network: CBS Studio: CBS Television Production Company: Shane Brennan Productions Executive Producers: Shane Brennan, Stephen Crawford, Grant Anderson Co-Executive Producers: JP Lavin, Chad Damiani, Matt Hawkins, Marc Silvestri Writers: JP Lavin, Chad Damiani Logline: Centers on four agents who go undercover as the perfect family for an operation that has them rooting out dangerous criminals in the suburbs while becoming an unlikely family at the same time. Details: Based on the upcoming Top Cow Productions comic book Family Affair, written by J.P. Lavin, Chad Damiani and Matt Hawkins.

Wire In The Blood Network: ABC Studio: ABC Studios Production Companies: Mandeville Films/TV, Coastal Productions, Endemol Studios Executive Producers: A.M. Homes, David Hoberman, Todd Lieberman, Laurie Zaks, Sandra Jobling Writer: A.M. Homes Logline: When detective Elizabeth Chase struggles to evade the succession of women in New York City who have turned up dead, she recruits the help of unconventional clinical psychologist Dr. Tony Hill, who has a talent for catching killers before they are able to strike again. Dr. Hill analyzes both victim and killer, demonstrating empathy for both sides. Details: Based on the British psychological crime drama of the same name, which premiered on ITV in 2002 and which was based on characters created by Scottish suspense novelist and crime writer Val McDermid.

Shakespeare’s Sisters Network: CW Studio: CBS Television Studios Production Company: Harmon/Tannenbaum Executive Producers: Mark Harmon, Eric Tannenbaum, Kim Tannenbaum, Brad Silberling Co-Executive Producer: Scott Sullivan Writer: Scott Sullivan Director: Brad Silberling Logline: A tale of black magic, romance and revenge, the drama is set in 1590s London and chronicles a young Will Shakespeare's rise to prominence as he finds himself caught in a deadly conflict among three witches and the most powerful woman in the world, Queen Elizabeth. SSN Insight: Harmon was also behind the new series NCIS: New Orleans, which he teamed up with NCIS creator Gary Glasberg to help create.

Untitled Josh Siegal / Dylan Morgan Witch Project Network: NBC Studio: Universal Television Production Company: TBD Entertainment Executive Producers: Josh Siegal, Dylan Morgan, Peter Traugott, Rachel Kaplan Writers: Josh Siegal, Dylan Morgan Logline: A circle of friends who grow closer when one of them "comes out" to the group — as a witch. SSN Insight: Project stems from Siegal’s and Morgan’s overall deal with Universal Television.

Mr. Chris Network: ABC Studio: CBS Television Studios Production Company: Amigos de Garcia Productions Executive Producers: Chris Case, Greg Garcia, Alix Jaffe Writer: Chris Case Logline: After Chris gets financially cut off by his fed-up father, he temporarily moves in with a construction foreman and his family, where he has to learn the lessons that were never taught to him growing up. SSN Insight: This is Garcia’s sixth project sold this season.

St. Lucy’s Network: ABC Studio: 20^th Century Fox Television Executive Producers: Channing Powell, John L. Jacobs, Jenny Bicks Writer: Channing Powell Logline: When mysterious and attractive 16-year-old twins show up at the elite St Lucy’s boarding school, it changes the school and the tiny town of Green Hills, Maine in ways no one could have imagined. Raised by wolves, these two have the feral ferocity, sexuality and instincts that socialized humans around them have lost. Only the middle-aged Headmistress (and nun), knows their secret, but what she does not know is that her sexy secret lover--a popular 24-year-old English teacher—is a former wolf kid himself. Details: Based on the novel St. Lucy's Home for Girls Raised by Wolves, written by Karen Russell. SSN Insight: Bicks is also developing the TV adaptation of Marley & Me for NBC and an Untitled project with Max Greenfield for Fox.

3001: The Final Odyssey Network: SyFy Studio: Warner Horizon Television Production Company: Scott Free Productions Executive Producers: Ridley Scott, David W. Zucker Writers: Stuart Beattie Logline: Beginning with the discovery of Frank Poole’s frozen body, floating in space, 3001: The Final Odyssey offers an extraordinary range of complex characters with conflicting agendas, stunning visuals, and dark thematic meditations on the final fate of all Humankind. Details: Adapted from Arthur C. Clarke's novel 3001: The Final Odyssey published in 1997. The book is the fourth of the Space Odyssey series and concludes the story started in 2001: A Space Odyssey. SSN Insight: 3001 is Syfy's second Clarke adaptation as they are also in preproduction on the miniseries Childhood's End. Bros. Production Company: Hemingway Taylor Productions Executive Producers: Anthony Hemingway, Mark Taylor Writer: Ben Cory Jones Logline: Three African-American brothers, two straight and one gay, deal with love and dating. Details: Loosely based on the life of Ben Cory Jones.

Fox/ Untitled Robert Munic Chris Morgan Drama Project Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company: Chris Morgan Productions Executive Producers: Robert Munic, Chris Morgan Writer: Robert Munic Logline: Two estranged brothers, one a former Marine turned Shaolin master, and a showboating, all-swagger Chicago cop, come together in their hometown to form an unlikely law enforcement partnership. SSN Insight: Munic created A&E's The Cleaner and currently serves as co-executive producer on TNT's Murder in the First. Morgan created the recently on the bubble, now cancelled show Gang Related.  Chris Morgan Productions has an overall deal at 20th Century Fox Television.

CBS/ Untitled Geoff Stults/ Dave Whatley Project Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: CBS Television Studios, Sony Pictures Television Production Company: Olive Bridge Entertainment Executive Producers: Geoff Stults, Dave Whatley, Joe Port, Joseph Wiseman, Will Gluck Writers: Geoff Stults, Dave Whatley Logline: Centers on Martin "Marty" Booker, a firefighter, average Joe, ladies' man and three-time firehouse beer pong Olympics champion who had no real ambition in life. After a news crew films him saving two kids from a burning building and the clip goes viral, Marty is thrust into the limelight and becomes a national hero and winds up being elected mayor. SSN Insight: The show has an initial script commitment from CBS. Recently, Stults was a series regular on the Fox comedy Enlisted and had a recurring guest spot on Fox’s Ben and Kate.

Fox/ Untitled Colleen McGuinness/ Matt Damon/ Ben Affleck Comedy Project Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: Universal Television Production Company: Pearl Street Films Executive Producers: Colleen McGuinness, Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Jennifer Todd Writer: Colleen McGuinness Logline: A 25-year-old woman who works at a frozen yogurt shop and whose life is going nowhere discovers she is telekinetic. SSN Insight: McGuiness served as supervising producer on NBC’s About a Boy. Her writer credits include season six and seven on 30 Rock. She also recently sold another untitled comedy to NBC, executive produced by 30 Rock showrunners Tina Fey and Robert Carlock.

Limitless Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: CBS Television Studios Production Companies: K/O Paper Products, Relativity Television, Unnamed Todd Executive Producers: Phillips and Bradley Cooper Production Company Bradley Cooper, Todd Phillips, Craig Sweeny, Neil Burger, Alex Kurtzman Writer: Craig Sweeny Director: Neil Burger Logline: Based on the film about an unsuccessful writer whose life is transformed by a top-secret "smart drug" that allows him to use 100% of his brain and become a perfect version of himself. His enhanced abilities soon attract shadowy forces that threaten his new life. Details: Based on the 2011 movie, Limitless, directed by Neil Burger and based on the novel Dark Fields written by Alan Glynn and published by Penguin-Putman. SSN Insight: Project was previously in development last season with Georgetown TV, who are no longer attached to this project.

Pitbull: The Lyfe Production Companies: The Weinstein Company , Real Change Productions, LLC, Honey I'm Home Executive Producers: Pitbull, Michael Calderon, Liam Murphy, Robert Engler Writers: No Writer Available. Logline: This is a look at Pitbull's world tour, recording sessions, and his life behind the scenes. SSN Insight: Pitbull’s slated to host the American Music Awards on November 23 and will launch a New Year’s Eve Special on Fox. He's also developing his eighth studio album, Globalization, for RCA, to be distributed on November 24.

The Real Change Project Production Companies: The Weinstein Company , Real Change Productions, LLC, Honey I'm Home Executive Producers: Pitbull, Michael Calderon, Liam Murphy, Robert Engler Writers: No Writer Available. Logline: Pitbull teams with public figures and others as they look back at obstacles they overcame in their formative years and the mentors who helped them succeed. The series will include live performances and the aim is to raise money for school teachers and educators around the globe. Details: Patrick Reardon,senior VP television production, will oversee for Weinstein Co. SSN Insight: Guests signed up include First Lady Michelle Obama, Tony Bennett, Lady Gaga, Paul McCartney and Kobe Bryant.

Risk Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company: Sander/Moses Productions Executive Producers: Jack Kenny, Ian Sander, Kim Moses Writer: Jack Kenny Logline: A family-run private investigation firm with looming financial problems is forced to team up with Nikki Castaneda, a former national security agent who now owns a successful corporate investigation firm. The newly merged company's lead investigators resist their physical attraction to each other while working through their very different approaches to their business and personal lives. Details: Based on the French drama, "Risk." SSN Insight: Sander/Moses also has a cast-contingent pilot order for Fox's Runner, based on the Turkish format and are developing Kingdoms for Amazon. Their credits include CBS' long-running Ghost Whisperer.

The Magellan Network: CW Television Network Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Companies: Management 360, GloboMedia, Ombra Films Executive Producers: Jennifer Johnson, Daniel Ecija, Laura Fernandez, Jaume Collet-Serra, Juan Sola Writer: Jennifer Johnson Logline: A mysterious global cataclysm strands a group of students, teachers and crew on a Semester at Sea sailboat. With the entire planet seemingly covered in water, they begin to wonder if they are the only survivors left. As they explore their strangely beautiful new world, this group of strangers must join forces to survive, all while facing the equally daunting challenges of friendship, family and even love. Details: Based on the Spanish series, El Barco, which aired on Antena 3 from 2011 through 2013, averaging 2.6 million total viewers. The format has been sold to 23 different countries, including the U.S.

Zoobiquity Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company: No Production Company Available. Executive Producers: Stephen Nathan, Jonathan Collier, Spencer Medof Writers: Stephen Nathan, Jonathan Collier Logline: A dynamic group of doctors help treat patients by searching for correlation in an unexpected places in the animal kingdom. Details: Based on the book, Zoobiquity: What Animals Can Teach Us About Health and the Science of Healing, written by Dr. Barbara Natterson-Horowitz and Kathryn Bowers and published by Knopf on June 12, 2012. The show has a script-plus-penalty order from FOX.

Sick City Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: CBS Television Studios Production Company: No Production Company Available. Executive Producers: Daniel Truly, Neal Baer, Jessica Shulman Writer: Daniel Truly Logline: LA’s female Director of Public Health handles everything from large scale health scares from bad drugs or bio terrorism to irate celebs getting bad health ratings on their vanity restaurants. SSN Insight: CBS gave an initial script commitment. This marks the second project for Baer and Truly this season, the pair are also co-writing an action-adventure drama Cheerleader Death Squad with Marc Cherry for the CW.

A Few Good Men Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Sony Pictures Television Executive Producers: Craig Zadan, Neil Meron Writer: Aaron Sorkin Logline: The story revolves around the court-martial case against two Marines accused of killing another serviceman. Details: Based on the the play "A Few Good Men," written by Aaron Sorkin and premiering on Broadway in 1989. SSN Insight: Zadan and Meron are behind NBC's live stagings of both The Sound of Music and the upcoming Peter Pan. The Sound of Music’s ratings soared with over 20 million tuning in or watching via DVR. Peter Pan is set to air on NBC on December 4th.

ABC/ Untitled Ali Wentworth Comedy Project Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company: Doozer Productions Executive Producers: Alexandra Wentworth, Bill Lawrence, Jeff Ingold Writers: Alexandra Wentworth, Jackie Clarke Logline: The story centers on Ali, her husband and their two kids and examines how their home life descends into chaos. She shoots a video blog out of their apartment, and his crazy hours as a morning newsman make it so their lives never sync up. Details: Loosely inspired by Ali Wentworth's life with an initial script commitment.

ABC/ Untitled Gregg Mettler Aaron Kaplan Comedy Project Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company: Kapital Entertainment Executive Producers: Gregg Mettler, Aaron Kaplan Writer: Gregg Mettler Logline: Based on Gregg Mettler’s childhood and how he survived life with his unconventional parents and a locally famous puppeteer and an aspiring blues musician. SSN Insight: Labeled as “Malcolm In the Middle meets The Middle,” the project is an autobiographical family comedy centered on Mettler’s unconventional childhood.

ABC/ Untitled Mark Gordon Clifton Campbell Drama Series Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Company: Mark Gordon Company Executive Producers: Clifton Campbell, Mark R. Gordon, Nicholas Pepper, Ilene Staple Writer: Clifton Campbell Logline: The series is set at the Ludlow family business: a high-powered law firm in Chicago. The story is told through the black sheep of the family, 31-year-old Fina Ludlow, the brash, intelligent, hot-mess daughter of Carl and Elaine Ludlow, who left Harvard Law School and found her "voice" as the firm's brash and controversial legal investigator. Details: Based on the "Fina Ludlow" novel series, written by Ingrid Thoft and first published by Putnam Adult on June 18, 2013. SSN Insight: This drama is the seventh sale of the season for Gordon. The company also has comedies Unfunctional and Plus One at ABC along with the legal drama Pariahs, detective drama Las Reinas and an untitled Quantico project.

American Gothic Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: CBS Television Studios Production Company: Amblin Television Executive Producer: Corinne Brinkerhoff Writer: Corinne Brinkerhoff Logline: Set among the world of the Boston elites, the show follows a prominent family grappling with the revelation that their recently deceased patriarch might have been a serial killer. The discovery sets off struggles within the clan, including the fear that one of their own might have been his accomplice. Details: The drama is not related to the 1995 CBS series or the Grant Wood painting. SSN Insight: Brinkerhoff landed an overall deal with CBS Studios after her three-year stint as a staff writer on The Good Wife. As part of the deal, she became the co-executive producer on Elementary. Currently she’s the co-executive on CBS Studio’s new hit, Jane The Virgin.

Ash Vs. Evil Dead Network: Starz Production Company: Ghost House Television Executive Producers: Sam Raimi, Robert Tapert, Bruce Campbell Writers: Sam Raimi, Ivan Raimi, Tom Spezialy Logline: A follow-up to the 1983 film in which five friends are holed up in a remote cabin where they discover a Book Of The Dead. The friends unwittingly summon up dormant demons living in the nearby woods, which possess them in succession until only one, Ash, is left intact to fight for survival. SSN Insight: Ash Vs. Evil Dead marks a return to Starz for Raimi and Tapert as they executive produced the network’s first scripted hit action series Spartacus. The 2013 Evil Dead film, a reboot, grossed $97 million.

Damn! Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company: No Production Company Available. Executive Producer: Glenn Gordon Caron Writer: Glenn Gordon Caron Logline: A reprobate con man meets his untimely death but gets another chance at life as an an angel. Together with a beautiful but straight laced angel, who is determined to "rehabilitate" him, they go back down to Earth and help ordinary people solve their problems. SSN Insight: Fox has given an initial commitment of a script plus a penalty.

Faust Network: NBC Entertainment Production Company: LightWorkers Media Executive Producers: Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, Roma Downey, Mark Burnett Writer: Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa Logline: Set in Washington, DC, an ambitious surgeon is forced to confront a terrible truth: That he may lose everything good in his life: his job, his family, his very soul and when a diabolical stranger from his past arrives, to collect on a bargain they made thirteen years earlier. Details: Based on the German legend. SSN Insight: Beside writing the project, Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa is also the Chief Creative Officer of Archie Comics. The project is described as a faith-based medical procedural with a modern take on the legendary tale.

Justin and Abby and Oh Yea Zack Too Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: CBS Television Studios Production Company: Tannenbaum Company Executive Producers: Tad Quill, Eric Tannenbaum, Kim Haswell-Tannenbaum Writer: Justin Noble Logline: Justin and Abby dated for about five minutes, but decided they were more like siblings and became codependent best friends, partners in crime and partners in karaoke. But soon they had to deal with Abby having a serious boyfriend who is less than wild about straight and single Justin being around them at all times. SSN Insight: Noble is an up and comer with staff writing credits on Idiotsitter and Dads. He wrote this single-camera comedy on spec.

Like Father, Like Son Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company: Will Packer Productions Executive Producers: William Packer, Michael Pennie Writer: Michael Pennie Logline: A recently divorced man in his early thirties is just starting to enjoy the benefits of being young, successful and single when he learns he has a fifteen-year-old son from a one-night-stand he had in college. Details: Inspired by actual events from Will Packer’s life.

Little Women Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Companies: Monumental Pictures, Essential Media and Entertainment, Canny Lad Productions Executive Producers: Natascha McElhone, Julie Anne Robinson, Simonne Overend, Alison Owen Writer: Jordan Roberts Logline: This new take on the classic tale follows the lives of four sisters coming of age against the backdrop of a military scandal as their family loses their fortune and position finding themselves at odds with the conservative and traditional society in which they live. Based on the novel. Details: Based on the novel, "Little Women," written by Louisa May Alcott and published in 1868-1869. SSN Insight: Planned as an event/limited series with an initial script commitment. The 1994 film grossed $50 million domestically for Sony.

Sneaky Pete Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: Sony Pictures Television Production Companies: Shore Z Productions, Moonshot Entertainment Executive Producers: Bryan Cranston, David Shore, James Degus Writer: Bryan Cranston, David Shore Logline: Centers on a thirty-something con man who, upon leaving prison, takes cover from his darker past by assuming the identity of a cellmate. "Sneaky Pete" hides out from the mob while working for the cellmate family’s bail bond business, taking down criminals worse than himself. Over time, he discovers a family life he’s never had, and possibly true love with a woman who sees through his BS. SSN Insight: CBS has made an initial pilot production commitment. Cranston has a first-look deal and Shore is under an overall pact at Sony Pictures TV.

The System Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company: Small Dog Picture Company Executive Producers: Renate Radford, Jason Winer Writer: Jonathan Caren Logline: Centers on six 20-somethings with very different points of view on the criminal justice system. While they struggle to figure out their own messy lives, their high stakes jobs force them to make decisions with life or death consequences. SSN Insight: Winer contacted Caren about teaming up after seeing his play The Recommendation, based on Caren’s experience interviewing people who work within the L.A prison system. The play won two LA Ovation Awards, which honor excellence in Los Angeles Theater this year.

Donnie Loves Jenny Network: A&E Production Companies: 44 Blue Productions, D&J Productions Executive Producer(s): Donnie Wahlberg, Jenny McCarthy, Rasha Drachkovitch Logline: Will show behind-the-scenes moments from Wahlberg and McCarthy's wedding and follow the couple through their nuptials into their first experiences as a married couple as they navigate through life as newlyweds, including blending their families and balancing their busy schedules. SSN Insight: A&E has ordered 10 episodes.  It is the first project for McCarthy and Wahlberg’s new joint production company, D&J Productions which signed an overall development and production deal with A&E.

Evil Men Network: USA Network Studio: CBS Television Studios, Universal Cable Productions Production Company: Tannenbaum Company Executive Producer(s): Gary Fleder, Mary Beth Basile, Daniel Taplitz, Eric Tannenbaum, Kim Haswell-Tannenbaum Writer(s): Daniel Taplitz Logline: A man is plagued by mysterious visions and comes to the conclusion that he must kill 26 evil men in order to prevent the death of his family. SSN Insight: The casting of Dallas Roberts and Clifton Collins Jr. lifted the cast contingent pilot order. Evil Men is USA's fifth drama pilot this season. Previous pilot orders include Jennifer Carpenter's Stanistan, the Josh Hollowaystarrer Colony, Mr. Robot and Queen of the South.

Fox/ Untitled David Kohan Max Mutchnick Comedy Project Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company: KoMut Entertainment Executive Producer(s): David Kohan, Max Mutchnick Writer(s): David Kohan, Max Mutchnick Logline: A single mother, her three kids and her ex-grifter father move from their home in New Jersey to Los Angeles to start a new life though she probably should have told the kids. SSN Insight: This project marks Kohan and Mutchick’s first foray into cable. The pair previously won a best comedy series Emmy for Will & Grace in 2000. TBS will debut their latest multi-camera comedy series, Buzzy’s, in 2015.

Frequency Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Companies: Lin Pictures, Rickard Pictures Executive Producer(s): Jeremy Carver, Dan Lin, Jennifer Gwartz, Toby Emmerich, John Rickard Writer(s): Jeremy Carver Logline: An NYPD detective connects with his son, 30 years in the future. The two must work together to change the history of tragic events to come, while also getting the chance to heal their complicated relationship. Based on the film. Details: A re-imagining of the film, "Frequency" (2000) directed by Gregory Hoblit and starring Dennis Quaid. SSN Insight: NBC has given an initial script commitment plus penalty.

From Hell Network: FX Studio: Fox Television Studios Production Company: Angry Films Executive Producer(s): Don Murphy, Susan Montford, David Arata Writer(s): David Arata Logline: Based on the premise that Jack The Ripper was a Masonic conspiracy to cover up a scandal involving the Royal Family, and tells the story from the point of view of the victims, the chief inspector, and the killer -- the Queen's physician. Details: Based on the graphic novel, From Hell, written by Alan Moore and originally published in serialized form starting in 1989. SSN Insight: Fox has given an initial script commitment. From Hell is ranked by many as one of the top 10 graphic novels in history. From Hell is different from other comics as it contains 46 pages of footnotes. From Hell’s basis stems from historic records.

Hap and Leonard Network: SundanceTV Production Company: Paradise City Executive Producer(s): Nicholas Shumaker, Jeremy Platt Writer(s): Jim Mickle, Nick Damici, Nicholas Shumaker Logline: Centers on Hap Collins, a white working-class laborer who spent time in federal prison for refusing to be drafted into the military and serve in the Vietnam War. Now In his late 30s, he is just barely making ends meet picking roses on an East Texas plantation. His colleague and lifelong best friend is Leonard Pine, a six-foot-five, gay, black Vietnam vet with anger issues. Leonard was raised by his uncle who shunned him after learning he was gay leaving Hap as his only support in the not so progressive rural South. Details: Based on the series of books, novellas and short stories, written by Joe Lansdale. SSN Insight: Six one-hour episodes have been ordered for a 2016 premiere. In a comment to Deadline, SundanceTV president Sarah Barnett said, “Jim and Nick are true Sundance voices, having made a splash in recent years at Sundance Film Festival with their feature film.”

MTV/ Untitled Whiteness Project Network: MTV Production Company: Punched in the Head Productions, Define American Logline: An examination of what it means to be young and white in America. SSN Insight: Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and filmmaker Jose Antonio Vargas will direct the project. His most recent documentary film Documented was screened in theaters earlier this year and was released as a CNN Films broadcast in June. He recently received the PEN Center USA’s Freedom to Write Award.

Port of Miami Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Lionsgate Production Companies: Wind Dancer Films, Televisa USA Executive Producer(s): Matt Williams, David McFadzean, Judd Payne, Dete Meserve Writer(s): Mark Perez Logline: Set aboard a Miami-based cruise liner, the story follows an unmotivated white bartender who works with a variety of international employees, all of them aggressively seeking the American dream and incredulous that he is content to mix drinks, chase women and settle for less. SSN Insight: NBC has given an initial script commitment.

The Crown Network: Netflix Studio: Sony Pictures Television Production Company: Left Bank Pictures Executive Producer(s): Robert Fox, Matthew Byam-Shaw, Peter Morgan, Stephen Daldry, Andy Harries Logline: A scripted series centered on the weekly audiences given by Queen Elizabeth II to prime ministers that date back from her accession in 1952 to the present day. It will tell the inside story of two of the most famous addresses in the world of Buckingham Palace and 10 Downing Street as well as the intrigues, love lives and machinations behind the great events that shaped the second half of the 20th century. Details: Inspired by the play "The Audience" written by Peter Morgan in 2013. SSN Insight: Netflix has ordered a 10 episode first season. The series has an estimate budget of $100 million and it’s Netflix’s first UK-based series. It’s rumored that at least three actresses will play the Queen over her six-decade reign.

The Frankenstein Chronicles Network: ITV Encore Studio: ITV Production Company: Rainmark Films Executive Producer(s): Tracey Scoffield, Frank Doelger Writer(s): Benjamin Ross, Barry Langford Logline: Set in 1827 London, Home Secretary Sir Robert Peel recruits Marlott to apprehend a gang of opium smugglers. During the arrest he discovers a corpse assembled from body parts washed up on the shore and is later tasked by Peel with tracking the horrific crime's perpetrator. SSN Insight: Sean Bean is set to star in this ITV commissioned series of 6 episodes. Filming for The Frankenstein Chronicles is scheduled to begin in Northern Ireland in January 2015. Rainmark Films also produced The Special Relationship for HBO along with Muhammad Ali’s Greatest Fight and is developing another event BBC mini-series written and directed by Steve McQueen.

Tinseltown Production Companies: Kapital Entertainment, KatCo Executive Producer(s): Aaron Kaplan, Tracy Katsky Logline: Season one, set in the 1920s, chronicles the murder of William Desmond Taylor, the popular president of the Motion Picture Directors Association and the scandal that surrounded it, set against the backdrop of censorship and the emergence of the movie business. Followup seasons would likely focus on subsequent decades in Hollywood, starting with the 1930s. Details: Based on the book, "Tinseltown: Murder, Morphine, and Madness at the Dawn of Hollywood," written by William J. Mann and published by Harper on October 14, 2014. SSN Insight: Kaplan and Katsky beat out multiple film and TV producers in hot pursuit in order to land the rights to the book. The book is based on extensive research including recently unsealed FBI files.

Twinning Network: VH1 Production Company: Lighthearted Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Howard Schultz, Rob LaPlante, Jeff Spangler, Susan Levison, Jill Holmes Logline: Twelve sets of twins will go head to head for a grand prize of $222,222.22. But getting there won't be easy. Expect double the meltdowns, double the hook-ups, and, of course, double the twists as the contestants are pushed to their limits in unexpected ways. SSN Insight: VH1 has ordered 10 episodes of the reality competition project.

#Winning Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company: Working Title Television Executive Producer(s): Ben McMillan, Meredith Philpott, Josh Greenbaum, Gina Girolamo, Christine Conley Writer(s): Ben McMillan, Meredith Philpott Logline: A group of friends break up with by their sixth bestie once he becomes famous. SSN Insight: NBC has given an initial script commitment.

Cortes Network: HBO Studio: HBO Production Company: Sikelia Productions Executive Producer(s): Chris Gerolmo, Martin Scorsese, Emma Tillinger Koskoff, Benicio Del Toro, Laura Bickford Writer(s): Chris Gerolmo Logline: The story of Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés, who brought down the Aztec empire; Malinche, the Mayan girl who helped him do it; and Montezuma, the Aztec leader he befriended and finally put in chains. Details: Based on actual events involving the Spanish conquistador, Hernán Cortés. SSN Insight: Scorsese has worked with HBO beforeas he directed the pilot of Boardwalk Empire, for which he won an Emmy. He recently directed the pilot for an untitled Rock ‘N’ Roll drama for HBO, a collaboration with Mick Jagger and Terence Winter.  Previously Del Toro played Latin American historical figures in Escobar: Paradise Lost and Steven Soderbergh’s Che. 

Difficult People Network: Hulu Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Companies: Marobru Productions, 3 Arts Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Amy Poehler, Dave Becky, Michele Armour Writer(s): Julie Klausner Logline: Billy Eichner and Julia Klausner star as frustrated comedians and pop culture-loving best friends living in New York City who hate everyone -- except each other. SSN Insight: This original series is the first team-up between Hulu and Universal Cable Prods. The project was previously shot as a pilot presentation for NBCUniversal’s USA Network.

Fox/ Untitled Rob Riggle Comedy Project Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Companies: Principato-Young Entertainment, Intrigue Executive Producer(s): Rob Riggle, Steve Hely, Tariq Jalil, Peter Principato, Paul Young Writer: Steve Hely Logline: The story follows the quirky inhabitants of a small struggling town whose mayor is prepared to do anything to save his community. Seriously. Anything. Details: Based on the Austrian series "Braunschlag," which aired on the ORF Network in 2012. SSN Insight: Jalil and WME first brought the format to Principato Young.  When Riggle signed up with the comedy, the project entered into a bidding war. 20th TV teamed up with sibling Fox to win the pitch, and they then attached Hely as a writer, who is under an overall deal at 20th TV.

Future Shock Network: Nickelodeon Production Company: Katlin/Bernstein Productions Executive Producer(s): Mitchel Katlin, Nat Bernstein Logline: Two brothers get the shock of their lives when a girl from the future accidentally transports them with their mom to the year 2070. SSN Insight: Initial pilot commitment given by Nickelodeon with production set for January 2015.

I Like You Just The Way In Am Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: Sony Pictures Television Production Company: FanFare Productions Executive Producer(s): Jenny Mollen, Jamie Tarses, Karen Kehela-Sherwood Writer(s): Jenny Mollen Logline: Based on Mollen's memoir about her life as an actress and best-selling author (not to mention Twitter celeb and wife of Jason Biggs). Details: Based on the memoir, "I Like You Just The Way I Am," written by Jenny Mollen and published by St. Martin's Press in June of this year.

Lip Sync Battle Network: Spike Studio: Viacom Production Companies: Viacom, Inc., Sunday Night Productions, Matador Content, Eight Million Plus Productions Executive Producer(s): Jimmy Fallon, Rick Schwartz, John Krasinski, Stephen Merchant, Jay Peterson Logline: Each episode will feature celebrities going head to head lip synching the song of their choice and battling for bragging rights. Details: Based on Jimmy Fallon’s Lip Sync Battle skits on Late Night and later Tonight Show. SSN Insight: Former SNL director Beth McCarthy-Miller will direct the pilot episode to be filmed in front of a live audience in New York in January.  It’s tentatively scheduled to premiere on April 2, 2015.

Luther Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Companies: Chernin Entertainment, BBC Worldwide Productions Executive Producer(s): Neil Cross, Idris Elba, Peter Chernin, Katherine Pope, Jane Tranter Writer(s): Neil Cross Logline: John Luther is a near-genius murder detective whose brilliant mind can’t always save him from the dangerous violence of his passions. Based on the series. Based on the British series, "Luther," which aired on BCC One from 2010-2013. Initial Commitment: Put SSN Insight: Fox has greenlit a put pilot commitment with a hefty seven-figure penalty to the adaptation per Deadline. The original Luther series that aired in the U.S. on BBC America, garnered eight Emmy nominations for best miniseries, one for Elba for best actor, and best writing/directing.

Straight Up With A Twist Network: Oxygen Production Company: All3Media America Executive Producer(s): Eli Holzman, Aaron Saidman, Stephen Lambert, James Flint Writer(s): No Writer Available. Logline: Cameras will capture various groups of Millennial friends and their post-work bar debates. These hilarious conversations will be intertwined with quick-witted animations and sketches to give viewers one truly legendary Happy Hour. SSN Insight: One of five new series under the Oxygen rebrand “Very Real” focusing on developing projects with "authentic, proudly imperfect and diverse characters". Preacher of LA was the first series under the rebrand to get the greenlight, previously announced in September.

Survival of the Clickiest Network: Oxygen Production Company: Trium Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Mark Koops, Eric Day, Ronak Kordestani, Stephen Lentini Writer(s): No Writer Available. Logline: A group of young, budding online style stars each forge a path in the ultra-competitive world of vlogging. With no rules, no backup plans and plenty of haters, life outside the online bubble is never as glamorous as it seems as these emerging entrepreneurs juggle the demands of their followers, friends and family. SSN Insight: One of five new series under the Oxygen rebrand “Very Real” focusing on developing projects with "authentic, proudly imperfect and diverse characters". Preacher of LA was the first series under the rebrand to get the greenlight, previously announced in September.

Taboo Network: FX Network Studio: BBC One, FX Productions Production Companies: Scott Free Productions, BBC Worldwide Productions, Hardy Son and Baker Executive Producer(s): Tom Hardy, Ridley Scott, Liza Marshall, Kate Crowe, Dean Baker Writer(s): Steven Knight Logline: Set in 1813, Taboo follows a man who returns from Africa with 14 ill-gotten diamonds and seeking to avenge his father’s death. Refusing to sell the family business to the East India Company, he sets out to build his own trade and shipping empire and finds himself playing a dangerous game with two warring nations, Britain and America. Details: Based on an original story by Tom Hardy and his father, Chips Hardy. SSN Insight: BBC One has ordered eight one-hour episodes. In a statement Hardy commented that, “We’re creating a flagship British drama for this generation. A hybrid of orthodox and unconventional story telling, packed with darkness and spirited characters. “

Teaching English Network: Oxygen Production Company: Relativity Television Executive Producer(s): Tom Forman, Brad Bishop Logline: Whether it be the spontaneous decision to teach English to children in Singapore or to work at an international school in Russia, this adventurous project will follow a group of young Americans living abroad in countries where English is rarely heard. Fortunately, there are other fellow expats to rely on when the idea of "taking off" proves to be more difficult than expected. SSN Insight: One of five new series under the Oxygen rebrand “Very Real” focusing on developing projects with "authentic, proudly imperfect and diverse characters". Preacher of LA was the first series under the rebrand to get the greenlight, previously announced in September.

The Dunes Club Network: Nickelodeon Executive Producer(s): Heather Flanders Logline: Set at a high-end beach club, the story centers on the unlikely friendship that forms between a sheltered, privileged boy and a street-smart local girl who takes a job for the summer to earn extra cash. SSN Insight: Initial pilot commitment given by Nickelodeon with production set for January 2015. Per Variety, Nickelodeon president Russell Hicks said this pilot along with “Future Shock” will exemplify Nick’s dedication to “relatable concepts with unique voices, bold, breakout characters and fresh humor with heart.”

The Long Gray Line Network: No Broadcast Network Available. Studio: No Studio Available. Production Company: Linson Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Phil Klay, Art Linson, John Linson Writer(s): Phil Klay Logline: A twenty-five-year saga of the West Point class of 1966. Details: Based on the book, "The Long Gray Line: The American Journey of West Point's Class of 1966," written by Richard Atkinson and published by Houghton Mifflin in 1989.

The Misty Copeland Project Network: Oxygen Production Company: Sirens Media Executive Producer(s): Rebecca Toth, Valerie Haselton, Misty Copeland Writer(s): No Writer Available. Logline: As talented hopefuls from diverse backgrounds descend upon New York to take on the next major step in their ballet careers, who better to train and mentor them than Misty Copeland — the renowned ballerina who herself has defied all odds and shattered boundaries by overcoming the cultural pressures of professional ballet. SSN Insight: One of five new series under the Oxygen rebrand “Very Real” focusing on developing projects with "authentic, proudly imperfect and diverse characters". Preacher of LA was the first series under the rebrand to get the greenlight, previously announced in September.

Vamp Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Companies: Offspring Entertainment, A.B. Baby Productions Executive Producer(s): Adam Shankman, Jennifer Gibgot, Amy B. Harris Writer(s): Amy B. Harris Logline: A ballerina is torn between her mother - a woman who gave up her dreams for her family - and her mentor, a prima ballerina at the end of her career. Trapped between the hopes, desires and regrets of these two strong women, our young ingénue, finds her escape dancing at Vamp; New York City’s most decadent and outrageous nightclub. SSN Insight: ABC gave an initial script commitment plus penalty. This is Harris’ second sale this season, the first was a comedy for Fox based on the movie Monster-In-Law. Vamp will face competition as Starz also has a drama about a young ballerina in New York, Flesh And Bone, airing as a limited series in 2015.

Ascension Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Companies:  Brillstein Entertainment Partners, Underground Executive Producer(s): Kevin O'Hare, Trevor Engelson Writer(s): Kevin O'Hare Logline: Centers on brilliant but impulsive FBI agent Alexa Reyes who discovers that a staggering amount of the country's most brutal and violent offenders can be traced back to Ascension, Fla. When she tries to uncover the origin of the evil in the resort town she's confronted by her own haunted past, and forces far greater than she ever expected. SSN Insight: ABC has given an initial script commitment

Big Little Lies Production Companies:  Pacific Standard, Blossom Films Production Executive Producer(s): David E. Kelley, Bruna Papandrea, Per Saari Writer(s): David E. Kelley Logline: The tale of three mothers of kindergartners whose apparently perfect lives unravel to the point of murder. Details: Based on the novel "Big Little Lies," written by Liane Moriarty and published by Putnam Adult on July 29, 2014. SSN Insight: Project is planned as a limited series. Witherspoon and Kidman’s shingles optioned the film and TV rights to Big Little Lies earlier this year. The series will be shopped to buyers soon per Deadline.

Comments Section Network: E! Studio: E! Production Company: Free Period Productions, Pygmy Wolf Productions Executive Producer(s): Joel McHale, Jason Burns, KP Anderson Logline: Will focus on deconstructing the often snarky comments on popular websites starring comedian Michael Kosta. SSN Insight: This marks the first project under McHale’s new producing deal with E! In addition to hosting The Soup he will also be seen in Community on Yahoo!

Conviction Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Companies: Martin Chase Productions, JuVee Executive Producer(s): Viola Davis, Julius Tennon, Jeff Melvoin, Debra Martin Chase, Kim Swann Writer(s): Jason Wilborn Logline: A legal drama inspired by the life of Kym Worthy, the chief prosecutor of Wayne County, MI, known as the toughest woman in Detroit. Details: Inspired by the life of Kym Worthy, the chief prosecutor of Wayne County, MI.

Deep State Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Companies: Teakwood Lane Productions, Boom! Studios Executive Producer(s): Howard Gordon, Hugh Fitzpatrick, Ross Richie, Stephen Christy Writer(s): Anna Fricke Logline: Centers on a curious and driven FBI agent Katherine Branch, who was recruited by a shadowy branch of the government known as Control where she discovers its role in promoting popular conspiracy theories to distract from fantastical happenings and unexplained events. Partnered with mysterious Control agent John Harrow, Branch finds out how far Control goes to cover up the truth and how much their own lives are at stake. Details: Based on the comic book series "Deep State," created and written by Justin Jordan and drawn by Ariela Kristantina. SSN Insight: This is one of two drama projects under comic book publisher BOOM! Studios’ first-look deal with 20th Century Fox TV. Their acquisition of indie publisher Archaia increased their new original series to 29, will increase to 35 next year making BOOM! the biggest library of controlled original comic series outside of Marvel and DC. BOOM! also has a first-look deal with Fox on the feature side, which has yielded Malignant Man, with James Wan directing and The Foundation which Evan Daugherty is adapting.

The Indris Elba Project Network: Discovery Channel Studio: Discovery Networks International Production Companies: Shine North, Green Door Pictures Executive Producer(s): Idris Elba, Elizabeth McIntyre, Victoria Noble, Rick Murray Logline: Six part reality show about extreme racing. Elba will push is body, mind and engineering skills to the edge by racing on land, water and in the air. SSN Insight: This is Elba’s first project from of his co-production deal with Shine North, they previously worked together on Elba’s racing documentary, King of Speed.  Discovery will air the docu-series in mid-2015 in upwards of 220 countries including the U.S.

Jeff & Some Aliens Network: Comedy Central Studio: Viacom Production Company: ShadowMachine Executive Producer(s): Sean Donnelly, Alessandro Minoli, Alexander Bulkley, Corey Campodonico Writer(s): Sean Donnelly, Alessandro Minoli Logline: Follows Jeff and three extraterrestrials who are sent to Earth to study the world's most average guy to evaluate whether humanity and the planet should be destroyed. Details: Spinoff of "TripTank" currently airing on Comedy Central. SSN Insight: Donnelly and Minoli are also developing an animated/live-action comedy called The Amazing Danny which has reaped a script commitment. Kate on Later Network: NBC Studio: Warner Bros. TV Production Companies: A Very Good Production Executive Producer(s): Ellen DeGeneres, Liz Tuccillo, Jeff Kleeman, Lauren Graham Logline: It centers on Kate (Graham) who thought her day job was all her life would amount to when an opportunity arises that’s bigger than she ever dreamed possible. But that opportunity means she’s going to have to break one of the last remaining glass ceilings — the world of late-night network television talk shows. SSN Insight: In addition to being a lead in the single-camera half hour comedy with a script commitment, Lauren Graham will co-write along with EP Tuccillo. This project is Graham’s second collaboration with A Very Good Production. Last season, they developed Someday, Someday, Maybe, that sold to the CW, a drama based on Graham’s debut novel.

The Bazillion Dollar Club Network: SyFy Studio: NBCUniversal Production Company: Zero Point Zero Productions, Inc. Executive Producer(s): Lydia Tenaglia, Christopher Collins, Craig H. Shepherd Logline: Follows two of the world’s most aggressive accelerator programs: the software concentrated 500 Startups, led by the relentless drill sergeant Dave McClure; and the hardware focused Highway 1, headed by quirky genius Brady Forrest. SSN Insight: SyFy has ordered six episodes. The one-hour series will shoot later this year and will air in 2015. McClure was an early employee of PayPal and in five years has raised over $2 billion for tech entrepreneurs through his venture capital firm. Meanwhile, Forrest has developed mobile medical testing kits, baking assistant and iPhone HUD for cars and has funded over 35 consumer product companies through PCH & Highway1.

The Rinse Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company: Boom! Studios Executive Producer(s): Mick Betancourt, Ross Richie, Stephen Christy Writer(s): Mick Betancourt Logline: Follows Jeff Sinclair, an underworld money laundering figure, who is unwillingly pulled into a dangerous gig laundering $25 million in stolen casino skim money. Details: Based on the comic book series "The Rinse," created and written by Gary Phillips and drawn by Marc Laming. SSN Insight: This is one of two drama projects under comic book publisher BOOM! Studios’ first-look deal with 20th Century Fox TV. Their acquisition of indie publisher Archaia increased their new original series to 29, will increase to 35 next year making BOOM! the biggest library of controlled original comic series outside of Marvel and DC. BOOM! also has a first-look deal with Fox on the feature side, which has yielded Malignant Man, with James Wan directing and The Foundation which Evan Daugherty is adapting.

Suze Orman’s Money Wars Studio: Warner Bros TV Group’s Telepictures Executive Producer(s): Suze Orman Logline: Centering on families, friends and couples whose arguments over money are affecting their lives. Orman will assist the opposing parties resolve their conflicts while starting them on the road to financial responsibility. SSN Insight: The two time Emmy winner and New York Times best seller, Orman is ending her 14 year run on CNBC of The Suze Orman Show. Money Wars will air five days a week.In addition, she has co-produced and hosted eight PBS specials based on her books and is presently an editor for O: The Oprah Magazine.

CW/ Untitled John Wells Kenny Wormald Drama Project Network: CW Television Network Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company: John Wells Productions Executive Producer(s): John Wells, Andrew Stearn Writer(s): Andrew Hinderaker Logline: The story offers a peek behind the curtain of Hollywood’s hip-hop dance scene, centering on a top-flight back-up dancer who dreams of becoming a choreographer. SSN Insight: Loosely inspired by the life of actor-dancer Kenny Wormald.

Dear Zachary Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Company: Kaplan/Perrone Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Sean Perrone, Aaron Kaplan Logline: Andrew Bagby was allegedly murdered by former girlfriend Shirley Jane Turner who gave birth to their child, Zachary, while on trial. After she was sent to jail, Bagby’s parents obtained full custody of Zachary, which they were later forced to share with Turner when she successfully appealed and was released, despite ample evidence that she may be mentally and emotionally disturbed. She went on to kill herself and 13-month Zachary. Details: Based on the documentary, "Dear Zachary: A Letter To A Son About His Father," (2008), directed by Kurt Kuenne. SSN Insight: Kurt Kuenne recently commented on his decision to sell the rights for a miniseries, “For six years, I’ve turned down overtures to dramatize this story because I didn’t think such a production needed to exist, but the number of people who’ve written me to say this story changed their life made me realize that bringing it to a wider audience might do a lot of good, as long as the story was told with humanity, dignity and honesty.”

Frauds Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: Sony Pictures Television Production Companies: FanFare Productions, Rough House Pictures Executive Producer(s): David Caspe, Gil Ozeri, Jamie Tarses Writer(s): Gil Ozeri Logline: A family of two-bit criminals decide to pull off an elaborate Ponzi scheme. SSN Insight: Fox has given an initial script commitment. Caspe and Tarses both have overall deals at Sony Pictures Television. Ozeri, Caspe and Tarses previously worked together on Happy Endings. Currently, Caspe and Tarses are producing NBC's Marry Me, starring Caspe's wife and Happy Endings alum Casey Wilson. Ozeri, began his career with UCB N.Y., and was a writer on Fox's Brooklyn Nine-Nine.

Home For the Weekend Production Company: Party Over Here Executive Producer(s): Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer, Jorma Taccone Logline: The show is a mockumentary-style comedy following a celebrity’s return trip to his or her hometown, where pleasant strolls down memory lane can take unexpected turns and reveal surprising backstories about high-profile stars. SSN Insight: One of three projects produced by newly formed shingle Party Over Here (Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer and Jorma Taccone).Per Deadline, the project is currently in production with the intent to distribute via over-the-top video platforms like Hulu and Roku to start and later becoming a more traditional half hour series on a Fox channel.

Imitation Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Companies: Alloy Entertainment, Jerry Bruckheimer Television Executive Producer(s): Jerry Bruckheimer, Jonathan Littman, Leslie Morgenstein, Cheryl Dolins Writer(s): Ian Sobel, Matt Morgan Logline: The story takes place in a world where human clones exist and the privileged elite use them to maintain their status. This secret and illegal operation thrives until a 24-year-old clone replaces her imperiled human and threatens to bring down everything her creators have built. Details: Based on the digital novel, "Imitation," written by Heather Hildenbrand and published by Alloy Entertainment in 2014. SSN Insight: NBC has given an initial script commitment.

Krypton Network: SyFy Studio: SyFy, Warner Horizon Television Executive Producer(s): David S. Goyer, Ian Goldberg Logline: one-hour drama about Superman’s grandfather set at the fictional planet. This series follows The Man of Steel’s grandfather as he brings hope and equality to Krypton, turning a planet in disarray into one worthy of giving birth to the greatest Super Hero ever known. Details: Based on the DC Comic Superman, first published in 1938. SSN Insight: Goldberg is penning the pilot from a story by Goyer and himself. For Goyer, Krypton will be his third series on air along with Constantine and Da Vinci's Demons (Starz). Warner Bros is also developing another property in the Superman mythos, Supergirl for CBS.

Preacher Network: AMC Network Studio: Sony Pictures Television, AMC Studios Production Companies: Original Film, Point Grey Pictures Executive Producer(s): Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Sam Catlin, Neal H. Moritz, Vivian Cannon Writer(s): Sam Catlin, Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg Logline: Reverend Jesse Custer, a tough Texas preacher who has lost his faith, has learned that God has left Heaven and abandoned His responsibilities. He finds himself the only person capable of tracking God down and making Him answer for His dereliction of duty. Accompanying Jesse on his journey is his former girlfriend and a friendly vampire. On his tail is an immortal, unstoppable killing machine named the Saint of Killers, in the archetype of a western lone gunman. Details: Based on the comic book series, "Preacher," written by Garth Ennis, illustrated by Steve Dillon and first published April 1995 by DC Comics imprint, Vertigo Comics. SSN Insight: Ordered to pilot by AMC which has picked up five pilots this year with the dramas Galyntine, White City, Knifeman and The Walking Dead spin-off and the comedy I Hate Paul Revere. Rogen and Goldberg have been developing Preacher for the last seven years.

Quick Shots Of False Hope Network: HBO Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company: Too Mutch Ink Executive Producer(s): Max Mutchnick, Laura Kightlinger Writer(s): Max Mutchnick, Laura Kightlinger Logline: A 1970s-era single mom maintains an ongoing quest to find a husband, while still sleeping with her daughter’s married father. Details: Based on the the memoir, "Quick Shots of False Hope: A Rejection Collection," written by Laura Kightlinger and published by Avon Books in 1999. SSN Insight: The single-camera comedy stems from Emerson College alums Mutchnick and Kightlinger who will write and executive produce via the former's Warner Bros. Television-based Too Mutch Ink shingle. Quick Shots is Mutchnick's first sale under his new solo development deal at WBTV, but he will continue to producer projects with David Kohan under their joint KoMut banner.

Route 66 Studio: Slingshot Global Media Production Company: Slingshot Global Media Executive Producer(s): Kirk Hallam Logline: A reboot of the 1960s action drama series chronicling the journey of two young adventurers traveling through the Heartland of America in their cool sports car, encountering people from all walks of life and exploring the social problems and changing mores of the time. Details: A reboot of the series, "Route 66," which aired on CBS from 1960-1964. SSN Insight: Slingshot, funded by private investment firm TPG Growth with headquarters in LA, was launched in February by former FremantleMedia head David Ellender. It has teamed up with Keanu Reeves on two series, Rain and New Angeles. The company also signed a non-exclusive venture with EuropaCorp to co-develop and co-finance two “globally appealing” projects annually.

Storyville Network: Starz Production Company: Playground Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Colin Callender Writer(s): George C. Wolfe Logline: Set in New Orleans during the turn of the 20th century where prostitution was decriminalized and an exceedingly vibrant, hedonistic, celebratory subculture emerged and fueled the birth of jazz. Details: Based on an original idea by George C. Wolfe. SSN Insight: The deal reunites Starz CEO Chris Albrecht with Colin Callender who had formerly worked together during their time while at HBO.

The Tyler Zone Production Company: Party Over Here Executive Producer(s): Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer, Jorma Taccone Writer(s): Keith Schofield Logline: When Tyler moves to a new town, he finds himself in the middle of a series of supernatural occurrences. Are they really happening, or is it all in his head? SSN Insight: One of three projects produced by newly formed shingle Party Over Here (Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer and Jorma Taccone).Per Deadline, the project is currently in production with the intent to distribute via over-the-top video platforms like Hulu and Roku to start and later becoming a more traditional half hour series on a Fox channel.

Those Who Can't Network: No Broadcast Network Available. Studio: No Studio Available. Production Companies: 3 Arts Entertainment, Thank You, Brain! Productions Executive Producer(s): Adam Cayton-Holland, Andrew Orvedahl, Ben Roy, Richard Korson, Tracey Baird Writer(s): No Writer Available. Logline: Three delinquent public school teachers fight to stay employed at floundering James Buchanan High School. SSN Insight: A pilot was developed, shot and streamed on Amazon on April 19, 2013. Project did not go further. truTV is redeveloping this project. Ordered to pilot.

Topics With Andre Hyland Production Company: Party Over Here Executive Producer(s): Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer, Jorma Taccone Writer(s): Andre Hyland Logline: Comedian Andre Hyland morphs into his uniquely hilarious band of characters and interacts with an unsuspecting public. SSN Insight: One of three projects produced by newly formed shingle Party Over Here (Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer and Jorma Taccone).Per Deadline, the project is currently in production with the intent to distribute via over-the-top video platforms like Hulu and Roku to start and later becoming a more traditional half hour series on a Fox channel.

What Happened, Miss Simone? Network: Netflix Production Company: Radical Media Executive Producer(s): Liz Garbus Logline: The story of Nina Simone, the iconic singer and civil rights activist. The film chronicles Nina Simone's Journey from child piano prodigy to iconic musician and passionate activist, told in her own words. SSN Insight: Directed by Academy Award-nominated director Liz Garbus,Netflix has said the film will take an "unflinching" look at the singer’s life and is set to distribute it next year. Netflix has also distributed the 3D-printing documentary Print the Legend and last year’s Academy Award-nominated The Square.

ABC/Untitled Dan Fogelman NBA Comedy Project Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Companies: Kapital Entertainment, Mandalay Sports Media, Rhode Island Ave. Productions Executive Producer(s): David E. Windsor, Casey Johnson, Dan Fogelman, Peter Guber, Michael Tollin Writer(s): David E. Windsor, Casey Johnson Logline: Set in the world of the NBA, the story is about a rookie who doesn’t speak English and a translator who doesn’t speak basketball. SSN Insight: ABC has given an initial put pilot commitment to the untitled half hour comedy series.Previous to this project Fogelman created ABC’s The Neighbors and Galavant.

All About Sex Network: TLC Writer(s): Margaret Cho, Heather McDonald, Marissa Jaret Winokur, Dr. Tiffanie Davis Henry Logline:  Half hour show with segments to include the week’s craziest sex-related news, open discussions about love and relationships, viewer questions regarding relationship challenges, and answers to questions people may be too embarrassed to ask otherwise. SSN Insight: The network has given a six-episode order of the half-hour weekly show, set to air Saturdays at 11pm starting January 10 to be co-hosted by Margaret Cho, Heather McDonald, Marissa Jaret Winokur and Dr. Tiffanie Davis Henry.

Atlanta Network: FX Networks Studio: FX Productions Production Company: Schiff Company Executive Producer(s): Donald Glover, Paul Simms, Dianne McGunigle Writer(s): Donald Glover Logline: Revolves around two cousins on their way up through the Atlanta rap scene whose opposing views on art versus commerce, success and race will make their quest anything but easy. Earnest ‘Earn’ Marks, a college drop-out who reconnects with his long buried ambition and sets out to seize the life he imagined for himself when his estranged cousin becomes a sudden star. SSN Insight: The comedy was originally developed at FX in 2013, and FX has now ordered a pilot. In addition to starring in NBC’s Community, Glover has also written on 30 Rock. Black Gold Network: Starz Production Company: FremantleMedia North America Executive Producer(s): Benjamin Percy Writer(s): Benjamin Percy Logline: A war-haunted mercenary and an idealistic rookie cop battle industrial and criminal forces to reclaim the North Dakota town that has been transformed overnight by the oil boom into a new Wild West of fast fortunes and shallow graves. SSN Insight: James Ponsoldt, whose past credits include The Spectacular Now and Smash will direct the pilot. Percy’s book Red Moon is currently being developed as a Fox TV series with Akiva Goldsman. His other book, The Wilding is being adapted for filmmaker Tanya Wexler.

Beowulf Network: ITV Studio: ITV Executive Producer(s): James Dormer, Tim Haines, Katie Newman Writer(s): James Dormer Logline: Scandinavian warrior Beowulf returns to his home to pay respects to his recently deceased father, but when the palace is attacked by the monster Grendel, he must hunt it down. Details: Based on the famous eighth century poem "Beowulf" which was written in Old English. SSN Insight: ITV has ordered the 13 part epic drama. ITV has gotten into the game this year with other ambitious period dramas by ordering The Frankenstein Chronicles and Jekyll & Hyde. Shooting is to take place in County Durham and Northumberland for Beowulf and scheduled for April.

The Cuckoo's Calling Network: BBC One Studio: BBC Worldwide Production Companies: Bronte Film and Television, The Blair Partnership Executive Producer(s): J.K. Rowling, Neil Blair Logline: War veteran Cormoran Strike turns private investigator after losing a leg in Afghanistan. Details: Based on the novels, "The Cuckoo's Calling" and its sequel "The Silkworm" written by J.K. Rowling (under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith) and published by Mulholland. Rowling chose to write under a pseudonym after facing scrutiny for her novel The Casual Vacancy, written after her Harry Potter series. SSN Insight: Rowling previously collaborated with BBC and HBO for a three-hour miniseries adaptation of her novel The Casual Vacancy, which will air on BBC One in February.

Fall of Giants Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: Sony Pictures Television Production Companies: No Production Company Available. Executive Producer(s): Ann Peacock, Michael De Luca, Stephanie Germain Writer(s): Ann Peacock Logline: A tale of love and war told through the lives of five families that become entangled by the first World War. An earl falls for a coal miner's daughter, a British heiress for a German spy and a young American on the fast track to the White House falls for a Russian bootleggers's daughter. Set against the backdrop of a catastrophic war, the characters rise to the challenge of new realities of social class, gender equality and economic collapse and every one of them is irrevocably changed by it. Details: Based on the first book in the Century Trilogy, "Fall of Giants," written by Ken Follett and published by Dutton in 2010. SSN Insight: Planned as a 10-episode limited series.

Freezing Hot Network: Netflix Studio: Netflix Writer(s): Iliza Shlesinger Logline: Comedy special based on Iliza Shlesinger’s life. SSN Insight: Shlesinger was not only the woman to win NBC’s Last Comic Standing but also the youngest in its history to be named champ.  She has since been hosting VH1’s Excused and taped a special for Netflix called War Paint before Freezing Hot. She is also writing ABC’s called Forever 31 in which she will star. The special will be released on Friday, January 23, 2015.

My Transparent Life Network: ABC Family Studio: ABC Studios Production Company: Ryan Seacrest Media Executive Producer(s): Ryan Seacrest, Eugene Young, Rabih Gholam, George Moll, Paul Barrosse Writer(s): none, unscripted documentary Logline: A teenager named Ben learns his parents are not only getting a divorce but also that his dad is becoming a woman. The series will follow Ben, his family and his friends as they support one another through this unexpected journey and watch Charlie slowly become Carly, as she experiences the many stages of her transition from male to female. SSN Insight: Ordered straight to series by ABC. “Trans visibility on TV is at an all-time high,” noted the Washington Blade, especially given Amazon’s Golden Globe nominated Transparent, Netflix’s Orange is the New Black starring Laverne Cox, and the following upcoming shows: documentary Laverne Cox Presents: The T Word for MTV and Logo, VH1’s TransAmerica produced by Tyra Banks, Lena Dunham’s documentary for HBO, and Univision and Pivot’s Crossing Over: Stories of Immigration and Identity.

Professionals Network: Showtime Executive Producer(s): David J. Rosen, Marc Webb Writer(s): David J. Rosen Logline: Comedy about two partially-broken mid-level employees become ensnared in a dangerous game of corporate espionage. SSN Insight: Showtime has given aninitial commitment of three scripts. Professionals is Webb's second comedy developed for Showtime, as also exec producing and directing Crazy Ex-Girlfriend. Showtime will have room on the schedule as Nurse Jackie wraps up.

The Real Women Of Telenovelas Network: WE TV Production Companies: Matador Writer(s): none, unscripted Logline: Set in Miami, the series will center on the lives of up-and-coming actresses and actors in the uber-competitive world of telenovelas. SSN Insight: Telenovelas were largely produced in Mexico and Latin America but recently South Florida has become the genre’s new headquarters with Miami nicknamed “Telenovela Tinseltown”. Untitled Entertainment teamed with TV production company Matador to form Untitled/Matador. The joint venture enables both companies to develop, package and produce material for TV and digital outlets. The Terrestrial Network: USA Studio: Fox 21 Television Studios Production Company: Fabrik Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Gary Dauberman, Mikkel Bondesen, Henrik Bastin, Kristen Campo Writer(s): Gary Dauberman Logline: After his estranged teenage daughter goes missing, a schizophrenic man is forced to confront his troubled past as he begins to believe his daughter’s kidnappers are the same as the ones that abducted him 10 years prior: aliens. SSN Insight: Following its initial success with The 4400,USA has recently revived its push to develop alien dramas and is also filming the Carlton Cuse-produced pilot Colony, about an alien occupation. Dauberman’s past feature credits include Annabelle and Crawlspace for New Line.

Untitled Navy SEALs Drama Network: Fox Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company: Thunder Road Television Executive Producer: Wendy Mericle, Kent Kubena Logline: The series, set on Coronado Island, is about the first group of female U.S. soldiers vying to earn a spot in the world’s harshest boy’s club: the Navy SEALs. SSN Insight: Arrow co-executive producer Mericle has a first-look deal with Warner Bros. Television. The Navy Seals has been closed to female members until the Pentagon revealed in summer 2013 that it would open the Naval Base Coronado to women beginning in 2016.

My Own Man Network: Netflix Studio: Class 5 Films Production Company: Sixteen Tons Production Executive Producer(s): Edward Norton, William Migliore, Lisa Nishimura, Adam Del Deo Writer(s): David Sampliner Logline: As filmmaker David Sampliner learns he will be a father to a baby boy he struggles to embrace and define the masculinity he’s rejected all his life. As he researches masculine ideals, including vocal lessons, warrior weekends and hunting, he realizes he must confront his turbulent past with his father in order to grow. SSN Insight: Sampliner wrote, produced and directed the documentary which debuted at the Tribeca Film Festival in April and has since been picked up by Netflix to premiere on March 6. Sampliner co-directed Dirty Work, his first documentary, which screened at the Sundance Film Festival and aired on the Sundance Channel. He also co-directed Art, Architecture, And Innovation, a documentary about the history of the Guggenheim Museum, now there on permanent exhibition.

Untitled Hacker Series Network: SyFy Studio: Relativity Television Executive Producer(s): Tom Forman, Brad Bishop Logline: Each episode will focus on the true stories, ripped from the headlines of real-life hackers, featuring interviews with both the actual perpetrators and the law enforcement agents who tracked them down. In addition graphics will create an “experiential hacking scene” to illustrate what happens when a network is hacked. SSN Insight: Given the recent Sony hack, this subject is extremely relevant. The series is unlikely to feature the Sony hack, though, as the matter is not closed. Relativity Television is adept at series on cyber dangers as they also produced MTV’s successful Catfish series, based on the documentary film. USA also recently ordered ten episodes of hacker series, Mr. Robot.

The Grace Helbig Project (Working Title) Network: E! Production Company: Embassy Row Executive Producer(s): Grace Helbig, Michael Davies, Amanda McPhillips, Ken Treusch Writer(s): Grace Helbig Logline: A fresh take on the conventional talk show which will incorporate viewer Tweets, Vines and Instagrams. Celebrity guests will be interviewed in alternate locations like a grocery store or car instead of the traditional studio stage. SSN Insight: E! has given a series order for the weekly primetime talk show, set to debut in April and starring the YouTube sensation Helbig, with more than two million subscribers to her talk/comedy hybrid channel, It’s Grace. Helbig commented on the deal to THR. “Congratulations to E! for giving an internet-obsessed introvert a talk show. I’m looking forward to working with humans.”

Kevin From Work Network: ABC Family Production Company: Kapital Entertainment, Wonderland Sound & Vision Executive Producer(s): Barbie Adler, Aaron Kaplan, McG Writer(s): Barbie Adler Logline: Kevin Daily thinks he's getting a terrific new job in Italy, so he writes his gorgeous co-worker Audrey Piatigorsky a sloppy, drunken goodbye love letter. But after the Italian job falls through and he fails to stop the letter from reaching Audrey, Kevin comes crawling back to his crappy old cubicle, his humiliating secret out in the open. It feels like his life is over, but it might just be beginning... SSN Insight: ABC Family has ordered a pilot that McG is set to direct. McG also teamed with Kaplan for the Mysteries of Laura and directed that pilot for NBC.  Paige Spara and Noah Reid (Backpackers) have been cast as leads.

Tough Cookie Network: ABC Family Studio: Universal Television Production Company: No Production Company Available. Executive Producer(s): Lauren Iungerich, David Janollari Writer(s): Lauren Iungerich Logline: 32 year old successful, self-centered, Lilla Spencer is a publicist who makes a living lying--or at least, covering up her clients' flaws. However, Lilla has a big secret, which she refuses to acknowledge: she had a baby girl at age 20 whom she gave up for adoption. When she discovers that her baby is now 12 years old and might want a shot at her real mom instead of another stint in foster care, Lilla meets Eleanor. Lilla finds her maternal instinct and Eleanor discovers she may be family material after all. SSN Insight: ABC Family has ordered a pilot. In addition to penning and executive producing the series, Iungerich will also direct the pilot. Janollari first reteamed with Iungerich last year for a comedy that was set up at NBC and previously spearheaded Awkward whilehead of programming at MTV.

CW/ Untitled Scooter Braun Todd Graff Music Drama Project Network: CW Television Network Production Companies: Flame Ventures, LLC, SB Projects Executive Producer(s): Todd Graff, Tony Krantz, Scooter Braun Writer(s): Todd Graff, Tony Krantz Logline: The story chronicles the rise of Gary Graham, a brilliant young manager with the talent and ambition to shake up the industry, which is a world gone viral: where stars are minted overnight, relationships are constantly tested and careers can be made or crushed with one perfectly placed phone call. SSN Insight: The CW has given an initial script commitment. The drama will have original songs and cameos from some of music’s biggest names, given EP Braun manages Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, Psy, and Carly Rae Jepsen among others. The series marks Braun’s second TV scripted project alongside CBS' breakout hit and recently picked up Scorpion.

Minority Report Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television, Paramount Television Production Company: Amblin Television Executive Producer(s): Max Borenstein, Darryl Frank, Justin Falvey Writer(s): Max Borenstein, Steven Spielberg Logline: Ten years after the end of Precrime in D.C., one of the three Precogs struggles to lead a "normal" human life but remains haunted by visions of the future. He meets a detective haunted by her past who just may help him find a purpose to his gift. Details: Based on the film "Minority Report" (2002), directed by Steven Spielberg. SSN Insight: Fox had previously given an initial commitment of a put pilot with a giant sized $1 million dollar penalty in September 2014. The project has now been ordered to pilot. This is the first scripted pilot order for 20^th Century Fox TV chairmen Dana Walden and Gary Newman since they added oversight of Fox to their duties in July.

The Studio Network: Showtime Studio: Sony Pictures Television Production Companies: Smokehouse Pictures, Fedora Entertainment Executive Producer(s): George Clooney, Grant Heslov, Peter Tolan, Michael Wimer Writer(s):Peter Tolan Logline: The story of a movie studio in the early 90s, when the studios were being bought up by conglomerates and corporate culture crashed head-on into Hollywood’s excesses. The two men running the studio are best friends who struggle to maintain their humanity while they stockpile power, fight off irrelevance, and mercilessly screw over anyone who gets in their way — including each other. SSN Insight: After a bidding war, Showtime landed the hot project and gave an initial commitment with a penalty.Clooney has previously executive produced 2000’s Fail Safe and 2005’s Unscripted .

Wet Hot American Summer Network: Netflix Studio: Universal Television Production Company: Abominable Pictures Executive Producer(s): David Wain, Michael Showalter, Jonathan Stern, Peter Principato, Howard Bernstein Writer(s):David Wain, Michael Showalter Logline: Follows campers and camp counselors at a summer camp. Details: Based on the film "Wet Hot American Summer" (2001), directed by David Wain and starring Paul Rudd, Bradley Cooper and Amy Poehler. SSN Insight: Netflix hasgiven an 8 episode limited series order. Filming started this week with the majority of the original cast including: Paul Rudd, Elizabeth Banks, Bradley Cooper, Amy Poehler, Michael Ian Black, Janeane Garofalo, Ken Marino, David Hyde Pierce, Molly Shannon, Kevin Sussman and more. While the original film only earned $295,000 at the domestic box office on a $1.8 million dollar budget, it has achieved cult status over the years.

51^st State Network: Syfy Studio: Fox 21 TV Studios Production Companies: Chernin Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Peter Chernin, Katherine Pope, Craig Borten Writer(s): Craig Borten Logline: A one-hour drama set in a future prison society in Greeland. When the promise of conditional freedom is denied to the male and female prisoners, the inmates are driven to the edge of their humanity. SSN Insight: Part of Syfy’s continued efforts to shift the network to produce more traditional and serious science fiction content in the wake of a plethora of Sharknado like movies of the week.

Jack Vale: Offline Network: HLN Executive Producer(s): Jack Vale Writer(s): Jack Vale Logline: A reality series featuring the long-time video prankster and his huge family. SSN Insight: Jack Vale is one of the first Youtubers to cross over to a traditional outlet, following news of Grace Helbig’s new talk show on E! (read SSN’s latest Up&Up to discover more Youtubers primed for cross-over). His Youtube channel currently has over 1.2 million subscribers. His son, Jake has his own YouTube channel with 125,000 subscribers.

Carnival Row Network: Amazon Studio: Legendary, Amazon Studios Production Companies: Del Toro Productions Executive Producer(s): Guillermo del Toro, Gary Ungar Writer(s): Guillermo del Toro, Travis Beacham, Rene Echevarria Logline: The story is set in a noir, Victorian-tinged city where humans, fairies and other creatures co-exist. Details: Based on a feature script entitled A Killing on Carnival Row penned by Beacham and once set up at New Line with Neil Jordan attached to direct and at Warner Bros. with Tarsem Singh attached to direct. SSN Insight: Beacham penned del Toro’s Pacific Rim and the epic drama Hieroglyph that was recently picked up by Fox. Ungar served as co-EP along with del Toro on The Strain. In an interview with THR, del Toro noted, “We tried to do it for so long as a film that the rights reverted back to Travis as a basic story,” del Toro told THR. “And I’ve always talked about it to anyone that would listen.”

Apocalypse Slough Network: Sky1 Studio: Sky1 Production Companies: Working Title Television, Bigballs Limited Executive Producer(s): Juliette Howell, Andrew Conrad, Cameron Roach, Lizzie Gray Writer(s): Iain Hollands Logline: The story follows an eclectic group of ordinary people in an extraordinary situation: a collision is imminent with an eight-mile wide comet that’s destined to wipe out all life on Earth. The cast of characters is made up of a British bank manager, an Italian nun, a female death row inmate, a Five Star U.S. General, a White House civil servant and a bride with a one-eyed husband 30 years her junior. Together, they hunker beneath the town of Slough, about 20 miles west of London, to watch the end of the world on TV. SSN Insight: Britain’s Sky 1 has ordered 10 episodes. Filming to begin in January with an airdate planned later this year.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder Network: Hallmark Channel Production Companies: Stephanie Germain Productions, Brad Krevoy Television Executive Producer(s): Brad Krevoy, Stephanie Germain, Eric Jarboe Logline: Hannah Swensen is the shop owner of the Cookie Jar, where much of the town’s gossip percolates along with the strong coffee. When a mysterious murder occurs, Hannah turns into a culinary detective and finds herself trying to solve the crime while getting caught in an unexpected romantic mystery of her own. Details: Based on the Hannah Swenson book series by Joanne Fluke, specifically the novel "Chocolate Chip Cookie Murder" published by Kensington Books in 2000. SSN Insight: The movie is slated to become a franchise and will star Alison Sweeney in the title role. “Our viewers will be taken on a captivating journey as we launch the newest mystery movie series,” said Michelle Vicary, Crown Media Family Networks programming and exec VP of publicity in an interview with Variety.

Happyish Network: Showtime Production Company: In Cahoots Productions Executive Producer(s): Shalom Auslander, Ken Kwapis Writer(s):Shalom Auslander Logline: A dark comedy about a youth-obsessed culture and an examination on what it means to matter. SSN Insight: The project was originally ordered to pilot last year at the Winter TCA’s but following the death of Phillip Seymour Hoffman, had to be retooled. In an announcement at Winter TCA, Showtime said the show has been given a series order.  Steve Coogan, Bradley Whitford and Kathryn Hahn who were cast in the pilot will remain in the series.

Park Row Studio: Fox Network Production Company: The Jackal Group Executive Producer(s): Gail Berman, Robert Rodat Writer(s):Robert Rodat Logline: The story focuses on the late-1800s newspaper circulation wars between publishing titans Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst. It follows Pulitzer, Hearst, their families, their mistresses, their friends, their enemies and their reporters who chronicled the sex, violence, brutality and corruption of the day selling a lot of newspapers and making a lot of money in the age of Yellow Journalism during the 1890s. Details: Based on the lives of and feud between Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst. SSN Insight: Rodat’s previous film credits include Saving Private Ryan and The Patriot and a co-story credit on Thor: The Dark World. Rodat alsocreated TNT's Falling Skies, holding the record for its long-running sci-fi drama. Gail Berman was previously the Fox Broadcasting entertainment president.

Port Protection Network: NatGeo Studio: BBC Worldwide Production Company: Adjacent Prods. Executive Producer(s): Travis Shakespeare, Jane Tranter Logline: Set in the depths on the Alaskan rain forest, the series revolves around a group of self-determined individualists who have taken refuge from the modern world in order to fashion a life of their own making. To survive they’ll have to acquire food, fuel and shelter as well as protect themselves from wolves, bears and the unknown. SSN Insight: Ordered to series by NatGeo. Producers previously Arctic series from the producers of Life Below Zero. Zero’s second season was the channel’ssecond highest-rated series in 2014. Comes on the heels of news that NatGeo has renewed Wicked Tuna: North vs South for a second season and Life Below Zero for a third season.

The Dresser Network: BBC (Network) Production Companies: Playground Entertainment, Sonia Friedman Productions Executive Producer(s): Colin Callender, Ben Stephenson, Polly Hill, Sonia Friedman Logline: The story of an ailing actor and his dresser, who is struggling to keep their theater company afloat during World War II. Details: Based on the play, "The Dresser," which was originally performed in London’s West End and on Broadway in 1980.

Warrior Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Companies: Parkes/MacDonald Productions Executive Producer(s): David DiGilio, Walter F Parkes, Laurie MacDonald Writer(s):David DiGilio Logline: Set in a grounded, contemporary multicultural and sometimes magical milieu, a damaged heroine works undercover with physical and spiritual guidance from a mysterious martial arts master to bring down an international crime lord. SSN Insight: NBC has given an initial commitment of a pilot.

Surrender Network: American Heroes Channel (formerly Military Channel) Studio: Terranoa Production Companies: Roche Productions, TF1 Logline: Surrender looks at the final episodes of World War II from the German counter-offensive in the Ardennes in the winter of 1944 to VE Day on May 8, 1945, ending the war in Europe. SSN Insight: American Heroes Channel has landed the exclusive North American rights to the internationally produced two-part docu series Surrender to debut in time to commemorate the 70th anniversary of VE Day.

Shrink Network: Pivot Studio: Participant Media Production Companies: Jean Doumanian Productions Executive Producer(s): Chuck Martin Jean Doumanian and Patrick Daly Writer(s): Chuck Martin, Ted Tremper and Tim Baltz Logline: “Shrink” is based on the New York Television Festival award-winning selection (for Best Comedy Pilot and the Critics’ Choice Award) developed by Tremper and Baltz – both recently named by Complex Magazine, “Funny People Who Should Get Their Own TV Shows” – and is being written for Pivot by Chuck Martin, Tremper and Baltz. In “Shrink,” when a recent medical school graduate fails to match with a residency program, he uses his temporary medical license, Craigslist, and his parents’ garage to perform the 1,750 hours of free therapy needed to become a clinical therapist in hopes of fulfilling his lifelong dream of becoming a real doctor. SSN Insight: One of the shows announced during Pivot’s presentation at the Winter TCA’s. Other projects include the docu-series Secret Lives of Americans produced by MME, Filmpool USA and All3Media America, an Untitled Brian Knappenberger Project produced by Luminant Media, Untitled Chris Kluwe Project produced by T Group Productions and the renewed season of Angry Planet.

Sent Into Space Production Companies: Znak&Jones Executive Producer(s): Natalka Znak, Simon Jones Logline: Inventors compete for their cutting-edge creations to be tested in space on the International Space Station. SS. Hopefuls will make their sell to a panel of experts comprised of top flight specialists and ex-astronauts, showing what benefits the tests of their gadgets might have for mankind. “For the very first time, this format will give ordinary Americans the once in a lifetime opportunity to pitch their wildly imaginative and over-the-top inventions to some of the most prestigious experts in the world,” Znak said. SSN Insight: Znak summarized the series in an interview with Deadline saying “It’s essentially Shark Tank in space!” The series is being shopped at networks and cablers this week. Znak&Jones will partner with the Center of the Advancement of Science in Space, which manages research on the International Space Station U.S. National Laboratory. Before partnering this year, Znak was CEO of Zodiak USA and Jones was CEO of Talpa Media USA and COO of Simon Cowell’s Syco TV USA. Znak&Jones has a distribution partnership with Sky Vision, which has also invested in Znak&Jones.

A Life in Men Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Company: Denver & Delilah Films Executive Producer(s): Charlize Theron, Laverne McKinnon Logline: When Mary revisits Europe to find out what went wrong on an earlier trip with her friend, Nix, she experiences an awakening in her sexual, spiritual, and emotional life. SSN Insight: Based on the novel, "A Life in Men," written by Gina Frangello and published by Algonquin Books on February 4, 2014. Oscar winner Charlize Theron has inked an overall deal with Universal Cable Productions to include seven projects set up at broadcast, cable and streaming outlets.  Denver & Delilah Films previously had an overall deal with ABC Studios in 2013. Former Epix VP, Laverne McKinnon will head the banner’s scripted TV division.

Untitled Dolly Parton Biopic Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Companies: Magnolia Hill Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Bob Greenblatt, Dolly Parton Logline: A series of two-hour films to be broadcast on NBC based on Dolly Parton’s life. The films will be infused with Parton’s authentic hopefulness and positive outlook on life. SSN Insight: Greenblatt and Parton previously teamed to exeutive produce 9 to 5: The Musical for Broadway. Sam Haskell, a producer at Magnolia Hill is also onboard.

Better Things Network: FX Production Companies: 3 Arts Entertainment, Pig Newton Productions Executive Producer(s): Louis C.K., Pamela Adlon, Blair Breard, Dave Becky Writer(s): Pamela Adlon, Louis C.K. Logline: A working actor trying to earn a living must balance that with being a mother of three daughters. SSN Insight: Louie’s Pamela Adlon will star in addition to producing and scripting the series. FXP has an overall deal with C.K. and his banner is also producing the Zach Galifianakis series Baskets along with a stand-up comedy special.

Donny! Network: USA Network Production Company: Left/Right Films Executive Producer(s): Banks Tarver, Ken Druckerman Logline: "Donny Deutsch" hosts his own daytime talk show, "Donny!" Off-camera, he’s a filterless rogue who lives in contrast to almost everything he espouses publicly. Each episode finds him holding court as an expert on various issues (Sexting, Cellulite) on his show, yet reveal his personal struggle with similar subjects, especially when it comes to his ever-changing romantic partners, or the drama of being a single dad. Despite a team of bitingly funny women who work tirelessly to cover his tracks while busting his chops along the way Donny finds a way to make bad decisions with good intentions. SSN Insight: USA Network  has ordered six episodes as of January 15. Ordered to series. Network has ordered 6 episodes. Deutsch serves as chairman of ad agency Deutsch Inc. and is also an author. He hosted CNBC’s “The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch” from 2004 to 2008.

Diblings Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Company: Denver & Delilah Films Executive Producer(s): Charlize Theron, Laverne McKinnon Writer(s): Andrea Abbate Logline: A young, uptight businessman and a rebellious purple-haired tattoo artist will never be together but can't stand being apart. SSN Insight: Oscar winner Charlize Theron has inked an overall deal with Universal Cable Productions to include seven projects set up at broadcast, cable and streaming outlets. Denver & Delilah Films previously had an overall deal with ABC Studios in 2013. Former Epix VP, Laverne McKinnon will head the banner’s scripted TV division.

Freedom Run Network: NBC Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Stevie Wonder, B. Swibel, Adam Westbrook, Charles Randolph-Wright, Tara Smith Writer(s): B. Swibel, Adam Westbrook, Charles Randolph-Wright Logline: The story depicts one of the greatest mass escapes in recorded history the smuggling of slaves from the South into the North through a collection of gritty, largely untold true love stories about ordinary men and women, slave and free, black and white, who risked everything to be together, fighting for love in a time of hate. SSN Insight: Based on the book, "Forbidden Fruit: Love Stories from the Underground Railroad," written by Betty DeRamus and published by Atria Books on February 1, 2005. Planned an an 8-hour miniseries.

Get Well Soon Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Company: Denver & Delilah Films Executive Producer(s): Charlize Theron, Laverne McKinnon Writer(s): Erika Cervantes Logline: Anna Bloom is depressed, so depressed that her parents have committed her to a mental hospital with a bunch of other messed-up teens. Here she meets a roommate with a secret (and a plastic baby), a doctor who focuses way too much on her weight, and a cute, shy boy who just might like her. But wait! Being trapped in a loony bin isn’t supposed to be about making friends, losing weight, and having a crush, is it? Based on the novel. SSN Insight: Based on the novel, "Get Well Soon," written by Julie Halpern and published by Feiwel & Friends in 2007. Oscar winner Charlize Theron has inked an overall deal with Universal Cable Productions to include seven projects set up at broadcast, cable and streaming outlets.  Denver & Delilah Films previously had an overall deal with ABC Studios in 2013. Former Epix VP, Laverne McKinnon will head the banner’s scripted TV division.

How We Live Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company: David Janollari Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Steven Cragg, Brian Bradley, David Janollari Writer(s): Steven Cragg, Brian Bradley Logline: Centers on a pop science blogger and his wife who move from Manhattan and single life to New Jersey and married/family life. There, he begins writing about his suburban friends and neighbors on the cul-de-sac in the style of an anthropologist who stumbled on an undiscovered tribe. SSN Insight: Inspired by Cragg and Bradley’s personal observations of their own family lives. NBC has ordered the series to pilot. NBC has so far picked up four comedy series for pilots including Superstore, How We Live, an untitled Suzanne Martin series and Go Jerrod Go.

Love Is a Four Letter Word Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company: Fabrik Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Diana Son, Mikkel Bondesen, Kristen Campo Writer(s): Diana Son Logline: Chronicles the collision of race, sexuality and gender roles when three diverse couples put modern marriage to the test. SSN Insight: NBC has ordered a pilot.

Mr. Mercedes Production Companies: Sonar Entertainment, Temple Hill Entertainment Executive Producer(s): David E. Kelley, Jack Bender, Marty Bowen, Wyck Godfrey, Gene Stein Writer(s): David E. Kelley Logline: When a psychopathic killer commits mass murder by driving his Mercedes into a crowd, a recently retired cop makes it his mission to bring him down. SSN Insight: Based on the novel, "Mr. Mercedes," written by Stephen King and published by Scribner on June 3, 2014. Planned as a limited series.

Mythos Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Company: Denver & Delilah Films Executive Producer(s): Charlize Theron, Laverne McKinnon Writer(s): Spenser Cohen Logline: All we believed to be myth, from the Fountain of Youth to Atlantis, is closely guarded truth, protected by two opposing orders, each with differing agendas for humanity. SSN Insight: Oscar winner Charlize Theron has inked an overall deal with Universal Cable Productions to include seven projects set up at broadcast, cable and streaming outlets.  Denver & Delilah Films previously had an overall deal with ABC Studios in 2013. Former Epix VP, Laverne McKinnon will head the banner’s scripted TV division.

Flaked Network: Netflix Production Companies: Electric Avenue, Electus Executive Producer(s): Will Arnett, Mark Chappell, Ben Silverman, Peter Principato, Mitch Hurwitz Writer(s): Will Arnett, Mark Chappell Logline: Set in Venice, CA, the comedy follows self-appointed "guru" Chip, who falls for the object of his best friend's captivation. Soon the tangled web of half-truths and semi-bullshit that underpins his all-important image and sobriety begins to unravel. SSN Insight: Netflix has ordered eight episodes to premiere in 2016.

NBC/ Untitled Martin Comedy Project Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company: Hazy Mills Productions Executive Producer(s): Suzanne Martin, Sean Hayes, Todd Milliner Writer(s): Suzanne Martin Logline: The show chronicles how things backfire for recent empty-nesters when their children and their parents move back home. SSN Insight: NBC has given an initial pilot commitment. NBC has so far picked up four comedy series for pilots including Superstore, How We Live, an untitled Suzanne Martin series and Go Jerrod Go.

Spin Network: SyFy Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Companies: Bits & Pieces Picture Company, Olympus Pictures Executive Producer(s): Rob Morrow, Leslie Urdang Writer(s): Jim Uhls Logline: Follows three childhood friends who witness the stars in the sky as they mysteriously vanish. NASA probes reveal a black energy barrier has surrounded the Earth and time is traveling a billion times faster outside of the barrier. Civilization learns that it has five years left before the sun expands and consumes the planet. As the children grow, they go their separate ways trying to save the world from annihilation, but with time running out, will their friendship and mankind survive? Based on the novel, "Spin," written by Robert Charles Wilson. SSN Insight: Based on the novel, "Spin" written by Robert Charles Wilson and published by Tor Books on March 10, 2005. SyFy has ordered six-hour long episodes for this limited miniseries event.

The Curse of the Fuentes Women Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company: Silent H Productions Executive Producer(s): Silvio Horta, Andrew Maher Writer(s): Silvio Horta Logline: When a young man washes up on Miami Beach claiming to be a long lost family member from Cuba, he breathes new energy into the lives of grandmother Esperanza Fuentes, daughter Lola and granddaughter Soledad. SSN Insight: NBC has given an initial script commitment plus penalty and ordered to pilot.

The One Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Company: Denver & Delilah Films Executive Producer(s): Charlize Theron, Laverne McKinnon Writer(s): Roger Wolfson Logline: Explores what it takes to succeed in the cutthroat world of billionaires and CEOs through the eyes of those who are often overlooked: the assistants. A young struggling street artist is hired to be the assistant to a visionary but enigmatic tech genius. The surprising relationship that forms between them begins to threaten everything the company has built SSN Insight: Oscar winner Charlize Theron has inked an overall deal with Universal Cable Productions to include seven projects set up at broadcast, cable and streaming outlets.  Denver & Delilah Films previously had an overall deal with ABC Studios in 2013. Former Epix VP, Laverne McKinnon will head the banner’s scripted TV division.

UCP/ Untitled Greg Rucka Project Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Company: Denver & Delilah Films Executive Producer(s): Charlize Theron, Laverne McKinnon Writer(s): Greg Rucka Logline: Storyline under wraps. SSN Insight: Universal Cable has given an initial blind script deal commitment as of January 15. Oscar winner Charlize Theron has inked an overall deal with Universal Cable Productions to include seven projects set up at broadcast, cable and streaming outlets.  Denver & Delilah Films previously had an overall deal with ABC Studios in 2013. Former Epix VP, Laverne McKinnon will head the banner’s scripted TV division.

Repeat After Me Network: ABC Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company: A Very Good Production Executive Producer(s): Ellen DeGeneres, Mary Connelly, Ed Glavin, Andy Lassner, Kevin A. Leman II, Jason Goldberg, James Breen andJeff Kleeman Logline: Unscripted reality series where host Wendi McLendon-Covey will direct celebrities via an earpiece, what to do with everyday people on the street. At the end the live studio audience will pick the best moment. The first episode will feature Ellen Pompeo, Taye Diggs and Harry Connick Jr. SSN Insight: Based on a bit from The Ellen Show, the series will premiere Tuesday, Feb. 17 hosted by Goldberg’s star Wendi McLendon-Covey. This is latest spinoff of a bit on a talk show as Jimmy Fallon’s Lip Sync Battle is also slated for a series.

Superstore Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company: The District Executive Producer(s): Justin Spitzer, Ruben Fleischer, David Bernad Writer(s): Justin Spitzer Logline: The story centers on a disparate group of employees working at a big box store in middle America, and the love stories that will ultimately unfold among them. SSN Insight: NBC has ordered a pilot as of January 14. NBC has so far picked up four comedy series for pilots including Superstore, How We Live, an untitled Suzanne Martin series and Go Jerrod Go.

Untitled Civil War Drama Network: PBS Production Companies: Saw Bone Films, Scott Free Productions Executive Producer(s): Lisa. Q. Wolfringer, David Zabel Logline: Follows the real-life nurses Mary Phinney and Emma Green during the Civil War. One is an abolitionist and the other a Confederate belle, the nurses find themselves working in the same hospital. SSN Insight: PBS has ordered six episodes.The Anne Ray Charitable Trust and the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation will provide financial support along with the Virginia Film Board.

NETWORK

Quantico Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Company: Mark Gordon Company Executive Producer(s): Joshua Safran, Mark R. Gordon, Nicholas Pepper Writer(s): Joshua Safran Logline: A group of young, sexy FBI recruits, all with specific reasons for joining, go through training given by current Special Agents at the college-like Quantico base in Virginia. One of the recruits turns out to be a sleeper terrorist who creates the most severe terrorist attack on US soil since 9/11. SSN Insight: ABC landed the project in September with a script commitment. The drama was one of eight projects the Mark Gordon Company developed this past season.

L.A. Crime Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Company: Mandeville Films/TV Executive Producer(s): Steven Baigelman, David Hoberman, Todd Lieberman, Laurie Zaks Writer(s): Steven Baigelman Logline: Two LA cops track a serial killer team amidst the rock-and-roll, coke-infused revelry of the 1980s Sunset Strip.

Runner Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Company: Sander/Moses Productions Executive Producer(s): Ian Sander, Kim Moses, Peter Horton, Michael G. Cooney, Jon Cowan Writer(s): Michael G. Cooney Logline: Centers on a woman who believes she is leading a perfect life — she has a loving husband, a perfect child, a rewarding career and close friends. However, overnight her life is ripped apart by one simple twist of fate she soon realizes that to uncover the truth, she must follow a trail of lies to The End. Details: Based on the Turkish series "Son," written by Berkun Oya and produced by Ay Yapim, which aired over the first half of 2012. SSN Insight: Fox originally gave an off-cycle, cast-contingent pilot order on September 10 and marked for series production in summer 2014 under former network president Kevin Reilly.

Of Kings and Prophets Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Executive Producer(s): Jason Reed, Reza Aslan, Mahyad Tousi Writer(s): Adam Cooper, Bill Collage Logline: An epic Biblical saga of faith, ambition and betrayal as told through the eyes of a battle-weary king, a powerful and resentful prophet and a resourceful young shepherd on a collision course with destiny. SSN Insight: Scribes previously penned the Ridley Scott movie Exodos: Gods and Kings.

Mix Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company: Le Train Train Executive Producer(s): Rashida Jones, Will McCormack, Jeff Grosvenor, Jennifer Cecil Writer(s): Jennifer Cecil Logline: A one-hour dramedy that explores the realities of modern-day families-- multi-cultural, multi-generational, built through divorces, affairs and adoptions -- set against the backdrop of a revered family restaurant at a crossroads. SSN Insight: This project marks the second year in a row that the two-year-old company has scored a pilot pickup following NBC’s A to Z.

CBS/ Untitled Tommy Johnagin Comedy Project Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company: Doozer Productions Executive Producer(s): Justin Halpern, Patrick Schumacker, Bill Lawrence, Jeff Ingold Writer(s): Tommy Johnagin, Justin Halpern, Patrick Schumacker Logline: A standup comic raises a family in a small Midwestern town. Details: Inspired by Tommy Johnagin's life. SSN Insight: CBS has ordered a pilot. Halpern and Schumacker also have a pilot production commitment from ABC for multi-camera family comedy Astronaut’s Guide To Life On Earth. This is the first pilot order for Johnagin who had a previous project at NBC in 2012, and last year he developed a comedy at USA Network.

CBS/ Untitled Tony Phelan/ Joan Rater Legal Drama Project Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: CBS Television Studios Production Company: Timberman/Beverly Productions Executive Producer(s): Tony Phelan, Joan Rater, Sarah Timberman, Carl Beverly Writer(s): Tony Phelan, Joan Rater Logline: A smart, successful thirty-something defense attorney shockingly falls for one of her clients who may or may not be guilty of a brutal crime. While she continues to try a variety of cases at her firm, she pursues her lover’s defense as this relationship reverberates throughout her previously well-constructed life. SSN Insight: CBS gave an initial put pilot commitment on October 15 and ordered a pilot on January 21.

Life in Pieces Network: CBS Studio: Fox TV Production Company: Kaptial Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Justin Adler, Kaplan Writer(s): Justin Adler Logline: The comedy is about one family told through separate stories following its different family members. Adler and Kaplan executive produce. SSN Insight: Adler and Kaplan previously teamed up on a series based on Cameron Crowe’s 1989 movie Say Anything, which sold to NBC with significant penalty. When Crowe objected, the project was ditched and Adler and Kaplan decided to develop a comedy idea Adler had written on spec. On the feature side, Adler’s script The Escort was on the Black List. He is writing All-Nighter with Greg Grunberg for Bad Robot and Paramount and House Arrest for Broken Road and Relativity.

FOX / Untitled Dan Fogelman / John Stamos Comedy Project Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: ABC Studios Production Companies: St. Amos Productions, Rhode Island Ave. Productions Executive Producer(s): Dan Fogelman, John Stamos, Danny Chun Writer(s): Danny Chun Logline: A charismatic longtime bachelor whose life is upended when he discovers he’s a father and a grandfather. SSN Insight: Fox gave an initial put pilot commitment on September 11 and ordered a pilot on January 23.

Studio City Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company: John Wells Productions Executive Producer(s): Krista Vernoff, John Wells, Andrew Stearn Writer(s): Krista Vernoff Logline: The family dramedy is set in present-day Studio City, California. Inspired by Krista Vernoff’s real-life experience growing up as the daughter of a drug dealer to the stars. SSN Insight: Fox gave an initial put pilot commitment on October 6 and ordered the pilot on January 23.

Untitled Live Action X-Men Series Studio: Fox Executive Producer(s): Evan Katz, Manny Coto, Patrick McKay, JD Payne Writer(s): Patrick McKay, JD Payne Logline: Storyline under wraps SSN Insight: The writing pair of McKay and Payne also penned Star Trek 3 while Katz and Coto were behind 24. Although 20^th Century Fox owns the rights to X-Men for features (seven have been released based on X-Men characters), in order of this television series to go ahead, Marvel would have to approve.

Game of Silence Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Sony Pictures Television Production Companies: Intrigue, TIMS Productions, Carol Mendelsohn Productions Executive Producer(s): David Hudgins, Carol Mendelsohn, Julie Weitz, Timur Savci, Tariq Jalil Writer(s): David Hudgins Logline: Centers on a rising attorney on the brink of spectacular success who could lose his perfect life when his long lost childhood friends threaten to expose a dark secret from their violent past. Based on the Turkish series, "Suskunlar," which aired in 2012. SSN Insight: NBC initially gave a pilot plus penalty commitment on September 9 and ordered the pilot on January 21.

#PeopleAreTalking Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company: Will Packer Productions Executive Producer(s): DJ Nash, William Packer Writer(s): DJ Nash Logline: Examines sex, race and everything else your parents told you never to talk about. SSN Insight: NBC ordered a pilot on January 20. This is Packer’s third sale this season, Packer sold semi-autobiographical Like Father, Like Son to NBC, whose company is also behind NBC's Uncle Buck remake.

Take It From Us Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Sony Pictures Television Production Company: 3 Arts Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Gregory S. Malins, Barry Schwartz, Michael Rotenberg, Jonathan Berry Writer(s): Gregory S. Malins, Barry Schwartz Logline: A couple in their 50s tell their son and his new fiancé all the mistakes they made in life in hopes the new couple can avoid making the same mistakes. SSN Insight: NBC gave an initial script commitment plus penalty on October 7. On January 20 they ordered a pilot.

Endgame Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Sony Pictures Television Production Company: Davis Entertainment Executive Producer(s): John Rogers, John Davis, John Fox Writer(s): John Rogers Logline: A former intelligence officer, while working as a security expert for the wealthy, is wrongly accused of the brutal murder of his wife. A syndicate of powerful people offers him freedom in exchange for stopping high-stakes crimes, as he continues to avenge his wife’s death and uncover the game-like conspiracy among his mysterious employers. He eventually realizes he’s a player in a hundred-year-old tradition where the rich and powerful bet on the ultimate "game": crime in our world. SSN Insight: The network has ordered a pilot from the Blacklist and Leverage co-creator John Fox.

Blindspot Network: NBC Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company: Berlanti Productions Executive Producer(s): Greg Berlanti, Martin Gero Writer(s): Martin Gero Logline: A beautiful, mysterious woman with no memory of her past is found naked in the middle of Times Square, her body covered in fresh tattoos — including the inked name of an FBI agent on her back. The FBI becomes involved in the case, using the tattoos on her body as a road map of clues to unlock a conspiracy and discover her identity. SSN Insight: NBC gave an initial script plus penalty commitment on August 28 and picked up the pilot on January 23. With this pilot, Blindspot brings NBC's drama pilots to six this season. The project is Gero's latest TV foray following The CW's The L.A. Complex.

Unveiled Network: NBC Studio: Universal Television Production Company: LightWorkers Media Executive Producer(s): Mark Burnett, Roma Downey, John J Sakmar, Kerry Lenhart, Writer(s): John J Sakmar, Kerry Lenhart Logline: Revolves around a group of flawed guardian angels who intervene in the lives of those who find themselves facing crisis in an attempt to restore their faith and, often, save their lives. SSN Insight: Project rolled from 2013-2014, NBC redeveloped the script in August and ordered the pilot on January 23.

Heart Matters Network: NBC Studio: Universal Television Executive Producer(s): Jill Gordon, Brad Silberling, Amy Brenneman, Susan Carlson, Kelly Meyer, Eric Carlson Writer(s): Jill Gordon Logline: Follows the outspoken Alex Panttiere, one of the rare female heart-transplant surgeons, who brings an innovative eye to treating patients week to week while also balancing the complications of her professional and romantic life. Details: Based on the memoir, "Heart Matters: A Memoir of a Female Heart Surgeon," written by Kathy E. Magliato, MD and published by Crown Archetype on January 26, 2010. SSN Insight: Ordered to pilot on January 23. Silberling will also direct the pilot in addition to producing.

CABLE

Gamer’s Guide Network: Disney XD Studio: Disney Worldwide Television Production Company: It's A Laugh Productions Executive Producer(s): Bill Kunstler, Devin Bunje, Nick Stanton, Jim O'Doherty Writer(s): Devin Bunje, Nick Stanton Logline: A15-year-old video game phenom, is forced to attend high school for the first time after a thumb injury sidelines him from the glamorous pro gaming circuit. As a coping mechanism, he begins to visualize life as a video game. SSN Insight: Ordered straight to series. Disney has ordered 10 episodes as of January 21. EVP of original programming at Disney, Adam Bonnett said to IGN, "We are bringing the video game universe to life and giving our popular multi-camera series a fresh, new twist by integrating gaming visual effects into each episode."

Red Mars Network: Spike Executive Producer(s): Vince Gerardis Writer(s): J. Michael Straczynski Logline: The story explores the colonization and terraforming transformation of Mars into a place where humans can sustainably live. It asks the core question - what is it to be human when we are no longer of earth? Are we not then Martians? Details: Based on Kim Stanley Robinson's "Mars" novel series, starting with "Red Mars," published by Spectra - Bantam Books, January 1, 1993. SSN Insight: Originally in development as a miniseries for Sci Fi Channel with Valhalla attached as production company, Gale Anne Hurd attached as executive producer & Gregory Widen attached as writer, project rolled over to 2008-2009 at AMC. Rolled over to 2009-2010 season at AMC.

Shaq Inc. Network: TruTV Production Company: Mandalay Sports Media Executive Producer(s): Shaquille O'Neal, Michael Tollin Writer(s): Jeremy Garelick Logline: Under the well-meaning but wayward leadership of their CEO, Shaquille O'Neal, the motley crew at Shaq Inc. attempts to execute Shaq’s eccentric (but often brilliant) ideas, while also putting out fires involving Shaq’s ever-growing list of business partners and constantly jockeying for the power and recognition to make the big guy proud. Details: Loosely based on the business empire of Shaquille O’Neal. SSN Insight: TruTV ordered a pilot on Janurary 23. “There is no denying Shaq’s multifaceted appeal,” said Chris Linn, president, head of programming for truTV in an interview with TVbytheNumbers. “Thus, we couldn’t be happier to be collaborating with him, as well as Mike Tollin and Mandalay Sports Media, as we continue to push into new formats.”

The Council Network: The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) Studio: NBCUniversal International Production Company: Lark Productions, Keston International Productions Executive Producer(s): Rene Balcer, Louise Clark, Erin Haskett, Trevor Walto, Denis Coyne. Writer(s): Rene Balcer Logline: An investigation begins with a ritualistic killing in an isolated Arctic outpost but grows to expose an international conspiracy to control the vast natural resources of the Arctic. SSN Insight: Bacler is an Emmy award-winning writer/showrunner with credits spanning twenty years within the Law & Order franchise. NBCUniversal International Television Production retains all distribution rights.

Lonely Hearts Killers Network: Showtime Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Company: Hypnotic Executive Producer(s): Doug Liman, Dave Bartis, Liz W. Garcia, Josh Harto, Gene Klein Writer(s): Liz W. Garcia, Josh Harto Logline: A modern retelling of the Lonely Hearts Killers of the 1940s. It follows the unlikely coupling of a sexy, violent grifter and a quiet, love starved Dairy Plant employee on a cross-country crime spree.  They seduce and ultimately murder lonely women – but most surprising of all, fall deeply in love with each other along the way. SSN Insight: Previous films on the subject include the 2006 Lonely Hearts starring John Travolta and James Gandolfini and the case also in an episode of the CBS’s Cold Case. On the film side, Garcia and Harto produced the 2013 Sundance entry The Lifeguard starring Kristen Bell. Also, Garcia is writing the next sequel of The Sisterhood Of The Traveling Pants for Alloy.

DIGITAL

Casanova Network: Amazon Studio: Amazon Studios Production Company: Electus Executive Producer(s): Stu Zicherman, Ben Silverman Writer(s): Stu Zicherman Logline: A drama about the adventures of the real Casanova after he escaped from prison. SSN Insight: Amazon has given a pilot order. Silverman’s credits include period dramas The Tudors on Showtime and Marco Polo on Netflix, he also executive produces CW’s Jane The Virgin,  recently picked up for Season 2, and the recently ordered Will Arnett Netflix comedy series Flaked. The pilot will be filmed on location in Paris.

NETWORK PENDING

Animals Production Company: Duplass Brothers Productions Executive Producer(s): Mark Duplass, Jay Duplass Writer(s): Phil Matarese, Mike Luciano Logline: Animated series follows the downtrodden creatures native to Earth’s least habitable environment: New York City. SSN Insight: The first two episodes of the ten episode series was screened at Sundance on Monday. It was financed independently with private equity money. Matarese and Luciano wrote and directed Animals., in addition to voicing many of the characters.

David Attenborough’s Great Barrier Reef Studio: Entertainment One Television Production Companies: Atlantic Productions, David Attenborough Productions Ltd. Executive Producer(s): David Attenborough, Anthony Geffen Writer(s): David Attenborough Logline: This three-episode hour long series will leverage innovative camera technology and draw on the latest research to explore the great barrier reef. SSN Insight: Atlantic Productions has signed a distribution deal with Entertainment One Television for worldwide rights outside the UK, Australia and New Zealand.

True Conviction Production Companies: Studio Lambert, All3Media Executive Producer(s): James Trainum, Stephen Lambert, Eli Holzman and Greg Goldman Writer(s): James Trainum Logline: True Conviction will focus on a single homicide during the course of an entire season. The case will feature a suspect who was convicted of murder but for which doubt still remains as to actual guilt. SSN Insight: Episodes will air in near real-time as the investigation unfolds. Trainum, nationally recognized as an expert in wrongful convictions during his time as a detective over 27 years with the Washington DC police is now a private consultant.

Broken Monsters Studio: Endemol Studios Production Company: Additional Dialogue Executive Producer(s): Scott Aversano, Tom Gormican Logline: Detective Gabriella Versado, also the single mom of a teenage daughter, tracks a murderer who mutilates victims in bizarre and alarming ways. Details: Based on Lauren Beukes’ supernatural suspense novel “Broken Monsters”. SSN Insight: This is Additional Dialogue’s first book acquisition from their first look deal with Endemol Studios.

ABC

ABC/ Untitled David Marshall Grant Medical Drama Project Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company: Vendetta Productions Executive Producer(s): David Marshall Grant, Sheldon Turner, Jennifer Klein Writer(s): David Marshall Grant Logline: Centers on a tough, resourceful and at the top of her game type-A business woman, who has a medical scare, only to be dangerously misdiagnosed, and experiences first-hand the hazards of our healthcare system. Shocking her friends and family, she leaves her career behind, becoming instead a brilliant and relentless advocate for anyone caught in the chaotic and ever-changing maze that is modern medicine. SSN Insight: Inspired by the real-life experiences of former agent Byrdie Lifson-Pompan. ABC gave an initial commitment of a put pilot.

ABC/ Untitled Jermaine Fowler Comedy Project Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Company: 3 Arts Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Jermaine Fowler, Avi Gilbert, Michael Rotenberg Writer(s): Jermaine Fowler Logline: A college dropout who winds up living with his estranged grandmother, a former DC cop, who provides the perfect mix of parenting, laughs and adventure that gets him off the couch and out into the world. SSN Insight: ABC gave an initial commitment of a pilot. The script is based on Jermaine Fowler's life.

ABC/ Untitled Jimmy Kimmel / Carson Daly Project Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Executive Producer(s): Jimmy Kimmel, Carson Daly, Dan Fogelman Writer(s): Jimmy Kimmel Logline: A once-massively popular VJ loses it all and is forced to move in with his parents and take a job as host of a local radio "morning zoo." SSN Insight: Loosely based on the real-life experiences of Carson Daly. ABC gave an initial commitment of a script plus penalty.

ABC/ Untitled Johnny Knoxville Family Comedy Project Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Companies: 3 Arts Entertainment, Hello Junior! Executive Producer(s): Johnny Knoxville, Michael Rotenberg, Dave Becky Logline: A Southern family comedy inspired by Johnny Knoxville’s unconventional childhood. SSN Insight: Inspired by Johnny Knoxville’s unconventional childhood. ABC gave an initial commitment of a pilot plus penalty.

ABC/ Untitled Judah Miller Comedy Project Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company: 3 Arts Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Judah Miller, Tom Lassally, Jonathan Berry Writer(s): Judah Miller Logline: Centers on a Tony Award-winning mother and a cerebral, risk-averse father blessed with a natural-born athlete for a son. They are forced to come to terms with the fact that raising their only child won’t come as easily as they thought. SSN Insight: ABC had given an initial commitment of a put pilot.

ABC/Untitled Dan Fogelman NBA Comedy Project Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Companies: Kapital Entertainment, Mandalay Sports Media, Rhode Island Ave. Productions Executive Producer(s): David E. Windsor, Casey Johnson, Dan Fogelman, Peter Guber, Michael Tollin Writer(s): David E. Windsor, Casey Johnson Set in the world of the NBA, the story is about a rookie who doesn’t speak English and a translator who doesn’t speak basketball. SSN Insight: ABC had given an initial commitment of a put pilot. “It’s basically the international Odd Couple set in the NBA,” Fogelman said at the time of the sale in an interview with Deadline.

Boom Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Company: Flame Ventures, LLC Executive Producer(s): Tony Krantz, Josh Pate, Rodes Fishburne Writer(s): Josh Pate, Rodes Fishburne Logline: A young couple move to a contemporary boomtown in North Dakota in pursuit of the American dream and are seduced by the sudden wealth of frontier life. SSN Insight: Previously in development at ABC for the 2012-2013 season. ABC has ordered a pilot.

Chev & Bev Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Company: Kapital Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Aaron Kaplan, Brad Copeland Writer(s): Brad Copeland Logline: A married couple in their 60s are finally enjoying their golden years. They have raised their daughter who is a grown woman and now lives on the other side of the country with her two kids and that’s the way they like it. These selfish grandparents now only need to see their grandchildren a couple of times a year. But, due to circumstances beyond their control, they are now forced to raise their grandchildren. SSN Insight: ABC gave an initial commitment of a pilot with a penalty.

Family Fortune Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: Universal Television Production Company: 3 Arts Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Matt Hubbard, Tina Fey, Robert Carlock, David Miner Writer(s): Matt Hubbard, Fortune Feimster Logline: A popular gym teacher in North Carolina comes out of the closet to her close-knit group of family and friends. Details: Based on the family life and stand-up of Fortune Feimster. SSN Insight: ABC gave an initial commitment with a penalty on October 22 and ordered a pilot on February 1.

Flesh and Blood Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Company: Mandeville Films/TV Executive Producer(s): Jenna Bans, David Hoberman, Todd Lieberman, Laurie Zaks Writer(s): Jenna Bans Logline: The return of a politician's young son who was presumed dead after disappearing more than a decade earlier, sends shockwaves throughout their tight knit community. But as the mysterious young man is welcomed back into his community, the neighbor sitting in jail for his murder is released and the cop responsible is forced to reexamine what truly happened so many years ago. SSN Insight: ABC ordered the pilot on January 28.

Kingmakers Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Executive Producer(s): Sallie Patrick Writer(s): Sallie Patrick Logline: An elite Ivy League university is rocked by a student’s sudden death, prompting her brother to take on a new identity to infiltrate the school and its century-old secret society, consisting of privileged students, ambitious faculty and high-profile alums, in order to investigate her death. SSN Insight: ABC has ordered a pilot. Patrick currently serves as the supervising producer and writer on "Revenge".

The 46 Percenters Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company: No Production Company Available. Executive Producer(s): Sherry Bilsing Writer(s): Sherry Bilsing Logline: An anti-romantic, romantic comedy about the 46-percent of the population who choose to stay married. SSN Insight: ABC has ordered a pilot.

The Adversaries Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Executive Producer(s): David Zabel Writer(s): David Zabel Logline: Series follows the patriarch of a New York legal dynasty who becomes embroiled in a trial of his own, forcing his federal-prosecutor daughter to decide which side she will fight on. SSN Insight: In addition to "ER", Zabel’s credits include "Lucky 7" and "Betrayal" for ABC and "Red Band Society" for Fox. Project was previously in development at NBC. ABC has ordered a pilot.

The Advocate Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: Warner Bros. TV Production Companies: Vendetta Productions Executive Producer(s): Sheldon Turner, Jennifer Klein Writer(s): Sheldon Turner Logline: Centers on a tough, resourceful and at the top of her game type-A business woman, who has a medical scare, only to be dangerously misdiagnosed, and experiences first-hand the hazards of our healthcare system. Shocking her friends and family, she leaves her career behind, becoming instead a brilliant and relentless advocate for anyone caught in the chaotic and ever-changing maze that is modern medicine. Details: Inspired by the real-life experiences of former agent Byrdie Lifson-Pompan. SSN Insight: ABC initially gave a put pilot commitment on August 28 and has now ordered a pilot. David Marshall grant was previously attached to write. Lifson-Pompan will serve as a consulting producer on the drama project, she was previously Turner’s literary agent at CAA whose clients included Brett Ratner, Paul Haggis and Jason Katims.

The Brainy Bunch Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company: Imagine Television Executive Producer(s): Wendy Molyneux, Lizzie Molyneux, Brian Grazer, Francie Calfo Writer(s): Wendy Molyneux, Lizzie Molyneux Logline: Follows an extraordinarily gifted family who find themselves unprepared for their new lives in Orange County, California, a place where beauty is valued more than brains. Inspired by the book, "The Brainy Bunch: The Harding Family’s Method To College Ready By Age Twelve," written by Kip Harding and Mona Lisa Harding and published by Gallery Books on May 6, 2014. SSN Insight: ABC gave an initial commitment with a penalty as of September 11 and ordered the pilot on January 30.

The Broad Squad Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Companies: Fake Empire, Kapital Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Josh Schwartz, Stephanie Savage, Leonard Goldstein, Aaron Kaplan Writer(s): Bess Wohl Logline: Set in 1978, the series is a fictionalized account of the graduating class of Boston’s first female patrol officers. Dubbed "The Broad Squad" by the local press, they arrived at a tumultuous time in Boston’s history, marked by corruption within the police force and a heightened organized crime presence in the city. Navigating rival neighborhoods as well as the conflicting attitudes toward them from everyone, they find themselves tested both on and off duty. SSN Insight: ABC initially committed to a put pilot on September 30.

The Catch Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios Production Company: Shondaland Executive Producer(s): Jennifer Schuur, Julie Anne Robinson, Shonda Rhimes, Betsy Beers Writer(s): Jennifer Schuur Logline: A gutsy female forensic accountant exposes fraud for a living and has finally found fulfillment both at work and in love until a case comes along that threatens to turn her world upside down. Details: Based on a treatment written by novelist Kate Atkinson and her producing partner, former Channel 4 drama commissioner Helen Gregory. SSN Insight: ABC ordered the pilot on January 26. If the project earns a series pickup, Shondaland would have four shows on ABC’s schedule. The production company currently produces ABC's entire Thursday night lineup, and all should receive renewals.

Uncle Buck Network: ABC Entertainment Group Studio: ABC Studios, Universal Television Production Company: Will Packer Productions Executive Producer(s): William Packer, Steven Cragg, Brian Bradley Writer(s): Steven Cragg, Brian Bradley Logline: A childish man learns how to be an adult by taking care of his brother’s kids in a very childish way. Details: Based on the film, "Uncle Buck," (1989), directed by John Hughes and starring John Candy. SSN Insight: ABC ordered the pilot on February 1.

CBS

Angel From Hell Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: CBS Television Studios Executive Producer(s): Tad Quill Writer(s): Tad Quill Logline: When Amy enters Allison’s life and claims to be her guardian angel, they form an unlikely friendship and Allison can’t be sure if Amy is an angel or just nuts. SSN Insight: CBS ordered the pilot on January 28.

CBS/ Untitled Dan O'Shannon/ Peter Warren Comedy Project Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: CBS Television Studios Production Companies: Tannenbaum Company, Erdman/Peterson Productions Executive Producer(s): Dan O'Shannon, Clark Peterson, Dennis Erdman, Eric Tannenbaum, Kim Haswell-Tannenbaum Writer(s): Dan O'Shannon, Peter Warren Logline: The story revolves around a group of friends and family at three different times in their lives. SSN Insight: CBS ordered the pilot on January 28.

Code Black Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: CBS Television Studios, ABC Studios Executive Producer(s): Michael Seitzman, Linda Goldstein-Knowlton, Marti Noxon, David Semel, Ryan McGarry Writer(s): Michael Seitzman Logline: One young doctor has just joined the extraordinary staff of Los Angeles’ busiest ER as they struggle in the face of a broken system to protect their ideals and the patients who need them the most. Based on the documentary. Details: Based on the documentary, "Code Black," (2013/USA) directed by Ryan McGarry. SSN Insight: CBS initially gave a put pilot commitment on August 21 and ordered the pilot on January 27.

For Justice Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: CBS Television Studios Production Companies: Tribeca Films, James Patterson Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Rene Balcer, Robert De Niro, Jane Rosenthal, James Patterson, Leopoldo Gout Writer(s): Rene Balcer Logline: An FBI agent who works in the Criminal Section of the Department of Justice Civil Rights Division investigates crimes based on civil rights violations across the country. She finds herself caught between the radical family she was born into and the professional family she has chosen. Details: Based on the novel, "The Thomas Berryman Number," written by James Patterson and published by Warner Books in 1976. SSN Insight: CBS initially gave a put pilot commitment on October 10 and ordered the pilot on January 30.

Joe Time Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company: Here Comes Scrappy Executive Producer(s): Bill Wrubel Writer(s): Bill Wrubel Logline: Centers on a family man who struggles with the fact that everyone around him is pursuing their dreams and enjoying life more than he is, but who ultimately realizes he has everything he’s ever wanted. SSN Insight: CBS initially gave a put pilot commitment on August 28 and ordered the pilot this week.

LFE Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: CBS Television Studios Production Company: The Dan Jinks Company Executive Producer(s): Dan Jinks Writer(s): Paul Downs Colaizzo Logline: A high-octane medical procedural centering on second-year residents at New York City’s top hospital as they attempt to balance their god complexes with their humanity. SSN Insight: CBS ordered to pilot on January 30.

Limitless Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: CBS Television Studios Production Companies: K/O Paper Products, Relativity Television, Unnamed Todd Phillips and Bradley Cooper Production Company Executive Producer(s): Bradley Cooper, Todd Phillips, Craig Sweeny, Neil Burger, Alex Kurtzman Writer(s): Craig Sweeny Logline: Follows Brian Sinclair as he discovers the power of the mysterious drug NZT and is coerced into using his newfound drug-enhanced abilities to solve weekly cases for the FBI. Based on the film. Details: Based on the 2011 movie, "Limitless," which was based on the novel "Dark Fields" written by Alan Glynn and published in the United Kingdom by Little, Brown, and in the United States by Penguin-Putman. SSN Insight: Project was previously in development last season with Georgetown TV, who are no longer attached to this project. CBS ordered to pilot on January 28.

Rush Hour Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company: Doozer Productions Executive Producer(s): Bill Lawrence, Blake McCormick, Brett Ratner, Arthur Sarkissian, Jeff Ingold Writer(s): Bill Lawrence, Blake McCormick Logline: A stoic, by-the-book Hong Kong police officer is assigned to a case in Los Angeles, where he’s forced to work with a cocky black LAPD officer who has no interest in a partner. Details: Based on the film, "Rush Hour" (1998), directed by Brett Ratner and starring Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker. SSN Insight: CBS ordered to pilot this week. The pilot was written by “Cougar Town” co-creator Lawrence. It will be an hour-long action comedy series.

Sneaky Pete Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: Sony Pictures Television Production Companies: Shore Z Productions, Moonshot Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Bryan Cranston, David Shore, James Degus Writer(s): Bryan Cranston, David Shore Logline: The story centers on a thirty-something con man who, upon leaving prison, takes cover from his darker past by assuming the identity of a cellmate. "Sneaky Pete" hides out from the mob while working for the cellmate family’s bail bond business, taking down criminals worse than himself. Over time, he discovers a family life he’s never had, and possibly true love with a woman who sees through his BS. SSN Insight: CBS ordered the pilot on January 30.

Super Clyde Network: CBS Entertainment Studio: CBS Television Studios Production Company: Amigos de Garcia Productions Executive Producer(s): Greg Garcia, Michael Fresco Writer(s): Greg Garcia Logline: A meek fast food worker decides to change his life and become a super hero. SSN Insight: Remake of a pilot Garcia originally produced during the 2013-2014 season. At the time CBS chose to go ahead with The Millers instead from Garcia. Under his overall deal at CBS TV Studios, Garcia negotiated with CBS to release the Super Clyde pilot in fall 2013 so it could have the chance to be picked up this season. CBS signed off an ordered a pilot. Initial Commitment: Script Ordered to Pilot for the 2013-2014 Season.

FOX

DeTour Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company: Tagline Pictures Executive Producer(s): Steve Franks, Rivers Cuomo, Dan Field, Chris Henze, Willie Mercer Writer(s): Steve Franks Logline: Centers on a thirty-something rock star who, unable to rationalize his success and worried that he may not have the tools to repeat it, walks away from the spotlight at the height of his fame in an effort to rediscover the parts of his life he missed while he was busy becoming a massive success. SSN Insight: Inspired by the real-life experiences of Weezer frontman Rivers Cuomo. Fox initially gave a put pilot commitment on August 27 and ordered the pilot on January 29.

Fantasy Life Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company: 3 Arts Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Kevin Connolly, Tim McAuliffe, Jonathan Berry, Greg Walter, Michael Rotenberg Writer(s): Tim McAuliffe Logline: When a hard-working guy lands his ultimate dream job hosting a fantasy football show, he’s forced to navigate office politics while becoming the star he never thought he could be. Based on the book. Details: Based on the memoir, "Fantasy Life: The Outrageous, Uplifting, and Heartbreaking World of Fantasy Sports from the Guy Who’s Lived It," written by Matthew Berry and published by Riverhead Hardcover on July 16, 2013. SSN Insight: Fox initially gave a put pilot commitment on September 18 and ordered the pilot on January 29.

FOX / Untitled Dana Klein Family Project Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company: Kapital Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Dana Klein, Aaron Kaplan Writer(s): Dana Klein Logline: Told from the point-of-view of a working mom who is in constant competition with her perfect, stay-at-home sister-in-law. SSN Insight: Fox gave an initial commitment of a put pilot on January 26.

NBC

Cuckoo Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Lionsgate Production Company: RoughCut TV Executive Producer(s): Robin French, Kieron Quirke, Tim Long, Ash Atalla, Dan Hine Writer(s): Robin French, Kieron Quirke Logline: The story of a middle-class family whose daughter comes back from a summer abroad married to a charming but infuriating hippie moron, a guy called Cuckoo. SSN Insight: Put pilot based on the BBC Three comedy, "Cuckoo." Previously in development for the 2013-2014 season with a put pilot commitment.

NBC/ Untitled Monica Potter Ellen DeGeneres Comedy Project Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company: A Very Good Production Executive Producer(s): Ellen DeGeneres, Jeff Kleeman, Sherry Bilsing, Ellen Plummer Writer(s): Sherry Bilsing, Ellen Plummer Logline: A woman juggles her busy family life as well as her three ex-husbands, which proves to be difficult when she starts dating again. Details: Reportedly loosely based on Monica Potter's life. SSN Insight: NBC gave an initial pilot commitment on October 13.

Problem Child Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Companies: Imagine Television, American Work, Inc., TBD Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Scot Armstrong, Peter Traugott, Rachel Kaplan, Brian Grazer Writer(s): Scot Armstrong Logline: A cat-and-mouse game between a set of parents and their brilliant but mischievous child. Based on the film. Details: Based on the film, "Problem Child," (USA/ 1990), directed by Dennis Dugan and starring John Ritter. SSN Insight: Ordered to pilot on January 29.

Sharing Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company: Eight Million Plus Productions Executive Producer(s): Jeremy Bronson, Jimmy Fallon, Rick Schwartz Writer(s): Jeremy Bronson, Damian Lanigan Logline: Different groups of people work side by side in a shared office space. SSN Insight: NBC ordered to pilot on January 26.

Strange Calls Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Companies: Kapital Entertainment, Hoodlum Executive Producer(s): Blake McCormick, Aaron Kaplan, Tracey Robertson, Nathan Mayfield Writer(s): Blake McCormick Logline: An affable but down on his luck young police officer is transferred to a rural town where with the help of a peculiar, elderly night watchman, he starts to realize the town has a bizarre supernatural underbelly. Details: Based on the Australian series created by Daley Pearson and airing on ABC2. SSN Insight: A previous version of the project was set up with a put pilot commitment at ABC for the 2012-2013 season and rolled over to the 2013-14 season. But the pilot was never shot because a lead was not cast. NBC ordered to pilot on January 28.

Pay Cable

Lewis and Clark Network: HBO Production Companies: National Geographic Entertainment, Playtone, Plan B Entertainment, Class 5 Films, National Geographic Ventures Executive Producer(s): Brad Pitt, Tim T. Kelly, Adam Leipzig, Tom Hanks, Gary Goetzman Writer(s): Michelle Ashford, Edward Norton, John Curran Logline: The story of the heroic exploits of explorers Meriwether Lewis and William Clark. In 1803, President Thomas Jefferson chose Captain Lewis to lead the first government-backed exploration of the vast and unknown western territory that would eventually become part of the United States. Over three years, Lewis and Clark made their way to the Pacific Ocean over land, mapping the Nortwest wilderness and opening the path toward westward expansion. Details: Based on the book "Undaunted Courage: Meriwether Lewis, Thomas Jefferson and the Opening of the American West," written by Stephen Ambrose, and published by Simon & Schuster in 1997. SSN Insight: Originally in development as an MOW with Hallmark Entertainment attached to produce for TNT cable network. Previous writers for the MOW developed version are William D. Wittliff, who wrote an original adaptation of Stephen Ambrose's book, and John Kent Harrison, who did a rewrite of the script and was also attached to direct. Project was then developed as a feature until Edward Norton and Brad Pitt were attached as executive producers whereupon the project was picked up by HBO and it will be a six part miniseries.

Virtuoso Network: HBO Production Company: Your Face Goes Here Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Alan Ball, Peter Macdissi, Elton John, Steve Hamilton-Shaw, David Furnish Writer(s): Alan Ball Logline: Based in Vienna in 1791 amidst a complex climate of political unrest, the series is set at a prestigious and exclusive fledgling music academy set up by the Italian composer Antonio Salieri where a handful of 15 - 22 year-old international music prodigies study to become Europe's next musical sensation - and their wealthy patrons seek to win royal favor and power through their protégés' talents. SSN Insight: Ordered to pilot on January 27, which is due to start filming in the spring in Budapest.

The Driver Network: Showtime Studio: CBS Television Studios Production Companies: Red Production Company, Timberman/Beverly Productions , Silver Lining Entertainment, On The Corner Executive Producer(s): David Morrissey, Jolyon Symonds, Taylor Elmore, Sarah Timberman, Carl Beverly Writer(s): Taylor Elmore Logline: An ordinary taxi driver, because of family mystery, frustration with his job and his life, makes a terrible decision and starts working for a criminal. Details: Based on the three-part British miniseries, "The Driver," which aired on BBC One in September, 2014. SSN Insight: “Justified” EP Elmore is under an overall deal with CBS TV Studios and will write the adaptation with the original’s writer Brocklehurst.

BattleBots Network: ABC Production Company: Whalerock Industries Executive Producer(s): Mack Anderson, Bradley Anderson, Debbie Liebling, Lloyd Braun Logline: Series that features fights between BattleBots, homemade remote-controlled mechanical robots in a variety of weight classes that fight to the "death" in a 48' by 48' "Thunderdome-like" arena constructed of shatterproof glass rising nearly 20 feet. SSN Insight: Comedy Central ended the series twelve years ago. ABC is picking it back up for a six-episode summer series.

Big Family Mansion Network: ITV 1 Production Company: Plimsoll Productions Executive Producer(s): Grant Mansfield Logline: The show challenges a family to live under the same roof with their extended family for one month. They will need to establish family rules and negotiate everything from dividing up bedrooms, voting on meal times, assigning cleaning duties and child care arrangements. At the end of the month, they must decide whether they would ever move in permanently together or go their separate ways. SSN Insight: Project stems from Grant Mansfield’s 16-month-old reality company Plimsoll Productions, based in Bristol and London, with offices soon to open in Santa Monica. Former Discovery Channel executive Andrew Jackson is also on board as as EVP of International Production, with the goal of developing the company’s U.S. expansion strategy.

Cheerleader Death Squad Network: CW Television Network Studio: CBS Television Studios Production Company: Cherry/Wind Productions Executive Producer(s): Neal Baer, Daniel Truly, Marc Cherry, Sabrina Wind Writer(s): Marc Cherry, Neal Baer, Daniel Truly Logline: When a disgraced CIA agent-turned-teacher at an elite Washington D.C. prep school realizes that his students have high-level access through personal connections, he trains a select few to be his eyes and ears into the world of international espionage and help him earn his way back into the agency. SSN Insight: The CW ordered the pilot on February 3. Bauer had an overall deal at CBS Television.

Colony Network: USA Network Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Company: Legendary Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Carlton Cuse, Ryan Condal Writer(s): Carlton Cuse, Ryan Condal Logline: In 2015, Los Angeles exists in a state of occupation. Some collaborate with the alien authorities and benefit from the new order, while others rebel and suffer the consequences. A family is torn by those opposing forces, making difficult choices as they balance keeping their family together with the struggle of the human race. SSN Insight: USA ordered the pilot on July 28 and ordered 10 episodes on February 3.

Cooper Barrett’s Guide to Surviving Life Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Production Company: The Jackal Group Executive Producer(s): Jay Lacopo, Gail Berman Writer(s): Jay Lacopo Logline: Celebrates the mistakes and misadventures we all make during the years after college. SSN Insight: Fox ordered the pilot on February 2. This is The Jackal Group’s first pilot order, the independent production venture launched last summer by Fox Networks Group and Berman.

Cordon Network: CW Television Network Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Company: No Production Company Available. Executive Producer(s): Julie Plec, David Nutter Writer(s): Julie Plec, David Nutter Logline: When a deadly epidemic breaks out in Atlanta, a large city quarantine is quickly enforced, leaving those stuck on the inside to fight for their lives. Loved ones are tragically torn apart, and the society that grows inside the cordon reveals both the devolution of humanity and the birth of unlikely heroes. Details: Based on the original Belgian series "Cordon" which was created by Carl Joos and aired in 2014. SSN Insight: The CW ordered the pilot on February 2.

Dead People Network: CW Television Network Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Companies: Bad Robot, Aggressive Mediocrity, Inc Executive Producer(s): Tom Kapinos, J.J. Abrams, Bryan Burk Writer(s): Tom Kapinos Logline: A roguishly charming, barely-famous former musician is shot dead and miraculously comes back to life with a newfound purpose: helping troubled ghosts find peace through unconventional ways. SSN Insight: The CW ordered the pilot on February 2.

Insecure Network: HBO Production Company: 3 Arts Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Larry Wilmore, Erwin Stoff, Dave Becky, Issa Rae, Michael Rotenberg Writer(s): Larry Wilmore, Issa Rae Logline: Focuses on the awkward experiences and racy tribulations of a modern day African-American woman. SSN Insight: The show will have the same themes Rae focused on in her successful webseries, The Misadventures Of Awkward Black Girl, which won a Shorty Award. The project was originally set up at HBO in summer 2013. HBO ordered the pilot on February 4.

MTV/ Untitled Jill Soloway/ Lyle Friedman/ Ashley Skidmore Comedy Project Network: MTV Production Company: Brillstein Entertainment Partners Executive Producer(s): Jill Soloway, Robin Schwartz Writer(s): Jill Soloway, Lyle Friedman, Ashley Skidmore Logline: Two young girls meet at summer camp and bond over their passion for second-wave feminism. During a wild night in the forest both girls are struck by lightning and their friendship, power and destiny is fatefully sealed. Now, 10 years later, they romp around town hell-bent on saving all of womankind (if only they could save themselves first). SSN Insight: “Lyle and Ashley have a magical ability to tap into the female psyche, and through their own special brand of truth and humor they absolve us of our most humiliating moments,” Soloway said in an interview with Deadline. “I’m so excited to godmother this show and bring Lyle and Ashley’s fresh take on lady power to MTV.”

NBC/ Untitled Aseem Batra Comedy Project Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company: No Production Company Available. Executive Producer(s): Aseem Batra, Joe Russo, Anthony Russo Writer(s): Aseem Batra Logline: The story is a politically incorrect office comedy centered on best friends Dale and Georgie whose relationship is upended when he starts dating the "perfect" woman. SSN Insight: NBC ordered to pilot on February 4.

Quarry Network: Cinemax Production Company: Anonymous Content Executive Producer(s): Graham Gordy, Michael Fuller, John Hillcoat, Ken Levin, Max Allan Collins Writer(s): Graham Gordy, Michael Fuller, Jennifer Schuur, Max Allan Collins Logline: Mac Conway, a Marine who returns home to Memphis from Vietnam in 1972, finds himself shunned by those he loves and demonized by the public. As he struggles to cope with his experiences at war, Conway is drawn into a network of killing and corruption that spans the length of the Mississippi River. Details: Based on the series of novels written by Max Allan Collins, with the first novel "Quarry" published by Perfect Crime Books on November 1, 2010. SSN Insight: Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Stellan Skarsgard and Noah Taylor were previously attached to star. Cinemax has ordered 8 episodes.

Queen Sugar Network: OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network Production Company: Harpo Studios Executive Producer(s): Ava DuVernay, Oprah Winfrey Writer(s): Ava DuVernay Logline: A spirited woman leaves her upscale Los Angeles lifestyle behind to claim an inheritance from her recently departed father an 800-acre sugar cane farm in the heart of Louisiana. Her world and identity are turned upside down as she and her teenage daughter attempt to navigate a new and very different environment while rebuilding their farm from scratch. She is met with curiosity and community, with resistance and romance. It isn’t long before a transformation begins and she realizes that she’s been living a lot farther from her Southern roots than mere miles. Details: Inspired by the novel, "Queen Sugar: A Novel," written by Natalie Baszile and published by Pamela Dorman Books/Viking in 2014. SSN Insight: OWN Ordered to series on February 2. Per an interview with Deadline Winfrey said, “The story’s themes of reinventing your life, parenting alone, family connections and conflicts, and building new relationships are what I believe will connect our viewers to this show.”

Tales From the Darkside Network: CW Television Network Studio: CBS Television Studios Production Company: K/O Paper Products Executive Producer(s): Joe Hill, Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci, Mitchell Galin, Heather Kadin Writer(s): Joe Hill Logline: Based on the 1984 series by George A Romero, "Tales From the Darkside.” The series explores horror, science fiction, and fantasy. SSN Insight: The CW ordered the pilot on February 2. The project re-teams Kurtzman and Orci with Hill, son of horror novelist Stephen King. The trio previously worked together on Locke & Key, a drama adaptation of Hill’s  graphic novel, which went to pilot at Fox

The Eichmann Show Network: BBC 2 Studio: No Studio Available. Production Company: Feelgood Fiction Executive Producer(s): Philip Clarke Writer(s): Simon Block Logline: Producer Milton Fruchtman and director Leo Hurwitz televise the trial of Adolf Eichmann, one of the chief Nazi architects of the Holocaust, and expose its horrors to a global audience over four months in 1961. Details: Based on the televised 1961 trial of Adolph Eichmann.

The Get Down Network: Netflix Studio: Sony Pictures Television Production Company: Midd Kid Productions Executive Producer(s): Baz Luhrmann, Stephen Adly Guirgis, Shawn Ryan, Marney Hochman Nash, Catherine Martin Writer(s): Stephen Adly Guirgis Logline: A mythic saga of how New York at the brink of bankruptcy gave birth to hip-hop, punk and disco told through the lives and music of the South Bronx kids who changed the city, and the world forever. SSN Insight: Netflix has ordered 13 episodes.

The Perfect Kill Studio: Fox 21 Television Studios Production Company: Imagine Television Executive Producer(s): Brian Grazer, Francie Calfo, Elwood Reid, Robert Baer Writer(s): Elwood Reid Logline: Chronicles the history of assassination as a political tool and outlines his rules for an effective kill. Details: Based on the book, "The Perfect Kill: 21 Laws for Assassins," written by Robert B. Baer and to be published by Blue Rider Press on October 28, 2014. SSN Insight: Grazer optioned the book last June, ahead of the book’s October release. Imagine TV is also currently producing the hit series Empire.

The Reaper Production Companies: Macmillan Publishing, The Weinstein Company Executive Producer(s): Brendan Deneen, Marc Resnick Logline: Nicknamed "The Reaper" by his battalion, Nicholas Irving became one of its deadliest snipers, breaking records for enemy kills in a single deployment. The first African-American ever to serve as a sniper in his battalion, Irving's story gives an inside look at his development in the military, what those in the special operations community go through and the sacrifices they make to their country and families. Details: Based on the autobiographical memoir," The Reaper: Autobiography of One of the Deadliest Special Ops Snipers, written by Nicholas Irving with Gary Brozek and published by St. Martin's Press on January 27, 2015. SSN Insight: Planned as a 5-part event series, with production set to begin this coming summer. TWC had also partnered with Deneen and Macmillan to adapt Daniel Stashower’s historical detective novel, The Hour Of Peril for TV.

Unforgettable Network: A&E Studio: CBS Television Studios, Sony Pictures Television Production Company: Timberman/Beverly Productions Executive Producer(s): Sarah Timberman, Carl Beverly, Ed Redlich, John Bellucci, Richard Shepard Writer(s): John Bellucci, Ed Redlich, Sherri Cooper, Spencer Hudnut, Jennifer Levin Logline: A female NYPD detective remembers everything, which helps her in her career, but haunts her in her personal life. SSN Insight: Previously on CBS for three seasons, the series is being revived from cancellation for a second time. A&E is finalizing a deal for 13-episode fourth season of the Sony TV-produced crime procedural to air in late 2015.

Pilot season is dominating the television industry. Pilots have been ordered, casting is underway, and directors are clamoring to helm the hot comedy or drama that might just become the next Modern Family or Scandal.

There’s a mix of book adaptations, spinoffs, reboots, and original content this season and SSN has gotten a sneak peek at some of the scripts that have the potential to go the distance – meaning, the potential to make it to series, get renewed, and maybe even score some Emmy love.

We’re letting you in on a little bit of insider perspective and kicking it off with a look at five CBS pilots, which range from family comedies to courtroom dramas. Stay tuned for more hot pilots from other networks coming soon.

Here’s our take…

Synopsis:Lee, an aloof, no-nonsense Hong Kong police officer, is assigned to a case in Los Angeles, where he’s forced to work with Carter, a cocky LAPD officer who likes to do things his own way. Studio: Warner Bros TV/Doozer Producers: Bill Lawrence, Blake McCormick, Arthur Sarkissian, Brett Ratner, Jeff Ingold SSN Insight: This one is based on the successful film franchise and Jon Turteltaub recently signed on to direct. Like the films, the banter between Lee and Carter is funny, smart, and well crafted. The script reads like a feature film, so it’ll be interesting to see what kind of production value this one has. It could be Miami Vice for the next generation. It’s hard not to think of the witty banter on the cop spoof Brooklyn Nine-Nine, but Rush Hour takes itself a lot more (well, a little more) seriously. If the chemistry between the two leads is as strong as it is on the page, this one could hit.

Synopsis: Sadie is a successful defense lawyer at a boutique firm who gets involved with Billy, a wealthy client who may or may not be guilty of a brutal crime. Studio: CBS TV Studios/Timberman-Beverly Productions Producers: Tony Phelan, Joan Rater, Sarah Timberman, Carl Beverly SSN Insight: There’s a lot to like here, even though a few of the jokes fall flat (like the reference to Martha Stewart’s prison cell that should hit the chopping block). The depiction of Billy’s rich, upper-crust mom feels a little over the top, but the main characters (Sadie, her co-worker Albert, and transgender defense attorney Cameron Wirth (who will be played by Orange is the New Black star Laverne Cox) are well drawn and slightly more nuanced. The fact an intelligent lawyer like Sadie would have an affair with a client on trial for murder makes it hard to take the leap and root for her (I mean…come on), but there’s potential here, especially with Cox on board.

Synopsis: A stand-up comic tries to raise a family in a small Midwestern town. Studio: Warner Bros TV/Doozer Producers: Tommy Johnagin, Justin Halpern, Patrick Schumacker, Bill Lawrence, Jeff Ingold SSN Insight: The pilot was written by Johnagin and Surviving Jack and S#*! My Dad Says creators Justin Halpern and Patrick Schumacker, and it definitely echoes family comedies like Everybody Loves Raymond and Roseanne. There’s a fun role for an actor to play Johnagin’s dad – an aging, wisecracking ladies’ man. There’s nothing particularly new or wildly original here, but the appeal will largely depend on how much people relate to and love Johnagin. Turning stand-up comedians into sitcom stars worked for Roseanne, Ray Romano and Jerry Seinfeld – and not so well for John Mulaney. The characters are relatable and the script has a few very funny moments, but it comes down to Johnagin to wins audiences over.

Synopsis: A female FBI agent in the Criminal Section of the Department of Civil Rights Division is caught between the radical family she was born into and the professional family she has chosen. Studio: CBS TV Studios Producers: Rene Balcer, Ava DuVernay, Robert De Niro, Jane Rosenthal, James Patterson, Bill Robinson, Leopoldo Gout, Berry Welsh SSN Insight: This one is based on James Patterson’s novel The Thomas Berryman Number, and with hot director DuVernay (Selma) directing this could turn into something interesting. There’s a strong female protagonist, the writing is solid, and if they cast it right (who wouldn’t want to work with DuVernay right now?) this could turn out to be a smart addition to the lineup.

Synopsis: This one follows the daily ups and downs of one multigenerational family, as told in four independent, short vignettes. Studio: 20th TV/Kapital Entertainment Producers: Justin Adler, Aaron Kaplan SSN Insight: Adler wrote this script on spec, and the premise and conceit help it stand out from other multigenerational family comedies like Modern Family and Black-ish. The writing is smart, fresh, and - most important – actually funny. Colin Hanks and Betsy Brandt have come on board to star. Skilled TV director Jason Winer, with credits on Modern Family and New Girl, is directing the single-cam comedy. Bottom-line, this one will resonate with audiences if they can do Adler’s script justice.

Untitled Darby Kealey Drama Project Network: AMC Studio: MGM Television Entertainment Production Company: Whalerock Industries Executive Producer(s): Thomas Kelly, Lloyd Braun Writer(s): Darby Kealey Logline: An award-winning actress is kidnapped by the dictator of a foreign country and becomes the centerpiece of a covert power struggle. SSN Insight: Kelly will serve as showrunner and previously wrote and produced on Blue Bloods. He’s currently executive producing the Kingmakers pilot for AMC as well.

Becoming Network: Disney XD Studio: Walt Disney Studios Production Companies: ESPN Films, Springhill Productions Executive Producer(s): LeBron James, Maverick Carter, Connor Schell, Libby Geist, Bill Simmons Logline: The series features extraordinary stories of athletes from around the world. SSN Insight: The series originated from a special of the same name that aired on October 26, 2014. Disney ordered the series on February 10 and it’s slated to premiere on Disney XD later this year.

Brothers In Crime Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Companies: Valhalla Entertainment, Viking Brothers Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Gale Anne Hurd, Nick Cassavetes, Cliff Dorfman Writer(s): Cliff Dorfman Logline: The story centers on three old friends who own a construction business together. To stave off financial collapse and worse, the trio turn to a criminal act to keep things from going very wrong. Details: Based on the Swedish series, Tusenbroder, which aired on Sveriges Television in 2002, 2003 and 2006. SSN Insight: The project is part of Valhalla’s three year old exclusive deal with Universal Cable. The original Swedish series of Tusenbroder aired for 3 seasons in 2001, 2002 and 2006. In 2006 it was given a theatrical release before being re-edited for television.

Chicago Med Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company: Wolf Films, Inc. Executive Producer(s): Derek Haas, Michael Brandt, Matt Olmstead, Dick Wolf Writer(s): Derek Haas, Michael Brandt Logline: Storyline under wraps, it’s a spinoff to the NBC series Chicago Fire. SSN Insight: The characters for the potential spinoff are introduced in episode 319 of Chicago Fire. Law & Order 16 year strong alumna S. Epatha Merkerson is set to work again with EP Wolf and will star in the series.

Deutschland 83 Network: RTL Group Studio: SundanceTV, FremantleMedia International Production Company: UFA Fiction Executive Producer(s): Joerg Winger, Nico Hofmann Logline: Set against the real culture wars and political events of Germany in the 1980s. The drama follows Martin Rauch as the 24-year-old East Germany native is pulled from the world as he knows it and sent to the West as an undercover spy for the Stasi foreign service. Hiding in plain sight in the West German army, he must gather the secrets of NATO military strategy. Everything is new, nothing is quite what it seems and everyone he encounters is harboring secrets, both political and personal. SSN Insight: RTL ordered an eight episode series order on February 9. The series is the first original German-language drama ever to broadcast on a U.S. TV network. It premiered in Berlin as part of an enhanced Berlinale Special Series program that’s also debuting Italy’s 1992, picked up by Sky UK.

Enormous Network: Fox Studio: 20^th Century Fox TV, New Regency Television Production Company: Prime Universe Films Executive Producer(s): Andrew Poltkin, Adrian Askarieh Logline: In the near future, the world is suffering a resource crisis when an ecological disaster creates massive beasts named The Enormous. A shattered society scrambles for refuge in the wake of the monstrous rampage. Ellen Grace, a former school teacher who lost everything in the uprising, leads a search and rescue team in hopes of locating orphaned children. Details: Based on the comic book created by Tim Daniel and Mehdi Cheggour that originally debuted as an oversized one-shot graphic novella in 2012 and was the basis for a live-action short web film from Machinima. SSN Insight: After the one-shot, the comic series debuted in July 2014 and achieved repeated release-day sellouts in its first six issues.

Fast Boys Network: AMC Production Company: Black Box Management Executive Producer(s): Anthony Pucillo Writer(s): Anthony Pucillo Logline: Based on the true story of the origins of the fast food industry in America. Details: Pucillo previously worked for Chris McQuarrie, writer of X-Men and Edge of Tomorrow and former HBO exec Carolyn Strauss. He will produce along with his management company Black Box.

Incurable Network: HBO Production Companies: Boku Films Executive Producer(s): Will Strouse, Alan Poul Writer(s): Will Strouse Logline: The story centers on a support group for people with supernatural problems. SSN Insight: Strouse, the son of composer Charles Strouse, has developed series previously for FX and CBS Studios. If the one-hour drama is ordered, Poul (Six Feet Under, The Newsroom) will direct the pilot.

Outcast Network: Cinemax Production Company: Circle of Confusion Executive Producer(s): Robert Kirkman, Sue Naegle, Chris Black, David Alpert, Sharon Tal Yguado Writer(s): Robert Kirkman Logline: Strange things have been happening to Kyle Barnes, all his life. Horribly abused by his deranged mother as a child, Kyle stopped his wife Allison from hurting their daughter Amber three years ago -- and after taking all the blame for himself, he's been a social outcast, damned as a child torturer. Kyle has spent the last five months living in his old home, but he's been existing more like a possum than a human being; he doesn't really live in his home, he sort of infests it. After assisting Reverend Anderson in the exorcism of 8 year old Joshua Austin, Kyle finally realizes what he's denied all his life: the three separate instances of child abuse were in fact supernatural in their essence, and Kyle is, for reasons unknown to him, a demon magnet. Details: Based on Robert Kirkman's upcoming comic series. SSN Insight: Cinemax gave an initial script plus penalty commitment and then ordered the pilot on July 25. The series was given a ten episode order on February 12.

Sigmund And The Sea Monsters Network: Amazon Studio: Amazon Studios Executive Producer(s): Sid Krofft, Marty Krofft Logline: The series centers on two brothers, Johnny and Scott Stuart who discover Sigmund, a friendly young sea monster who had been thrown out by his comically dysfunctional undersea family for refusing to frighten people. Details: Based on the 1970s television series "Sigmund and the Sea Monster," created by Sid and Marty Krofft. SSN Insight: Amazon ordered the pilot on February 12. In the 1970s and 1980s, the Kroffts were behind many popular primetime variety series such as The Donny and Marie Show and The Brady Bunch Variety Hour.

Super Sad True Love Story Production Company: Media Rights Capital Executive Producer(s): Gary Shteyngart, Karl Gajdusek, Ben Stiller Writer(s): Gary Shteyngart, Karl Gajdusek Logline: Set in the near-future, the story explores the unlikely relationship between a bookish man stuck in a tech-obsessed society and a complex, materialistic young Korean-American woman. While navigating this romance he must also contend with mounting demands from his charismatic boss, who is himself being pressured by the domineering American government. Based on the novel. Details: Based on the novel, "Super Sad True Love Story," written by Gary Shteyngart and published by Random House on July 27, 2010. SSN Insight: Planned as a straight-to-series project by MRC in line with their standard plan like House of Cards and the upcoming Blunt Talk and The One Percent on Starz. Stiller is attached to executive produce and direct multiple episodes. The series is currently casting and has not been set up at a network.

The Global War On Morris Executive Producer(s): Andrew Lenchewski, Rob Reiner, Alan Greisman Logline: A meek pharmaceutical salesman from Long Island is mistakenly targeted as America’s next major terrorist. Based on the novel. Details: Based on the novel "The Global War On Morris," written by Congressman Steve Israel and published by Simon & Schuster on December 30, 2014. SSN Insight: Israel and Lenchewski are long time friends. Israel is a 13-year New York  Representative in the 3rd congressional district, which includes Lenchewski’s hometown and non-coincidently the area where his long-running USA series, Royal Pains, is shot.

The Grinder Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: 20th Century Fox Television Executive Producer(s): Andrew Mogel, Jarrad Paul, Nicholas Stoller, Rob Lowe, Jake Kasdan Writer(s): Andrew Mogel, Jarrad Paul Logline: When his long-running hit series comes to an end, he finds himself at a crossroads in life and decides to move back to his small home town thinking he has the experience to take over his family’s law firm where he butts heads with his brother. SSN Insight: Fox gave an initial put pilot order on October 6 and ordered an official pilot on February 12.

Valentina Network: ABC Family Production Companies: Kapital Entertainment, RCTV International Executive Producer(s): Aaron Kaplan, Jorge Granier Logline: A young girl’s incredibly wealthy mother is killed in an accident. After the mother’s extended family takes over her company, Valentina (the sole heir) realizes that her mother may in fact have been murdered by her own family in order to takeover the business. She disappears and returns 10 years later and sets out for revenge. Details: Based on the RCTV telenovela Mi Gorda Bella Valentina (official English-language sales title My Sweet Fat Valentina). SSN Insight: The original telenovela aired on Venezuela’s RCTV from 2002-2003. It has aired in 80 countries, including in the U.S. via Telemundo, and has been remade in several other territories including Mexico. Valentina comes from Kapital’s first-look deal with RCTV, which allows Kaplan to explore RCTV’s library of formats in partnership with Granier. Jane The Virgin, was also a product of this deal as it was based on an RCTV format and revamped by Granier.

You Network: Showtime Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Companies: Alloy Entertainment, Berlanti Productions Executive Producer(s): Sera Gamble, Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter, Leslie Morgenstein, Cheryl Dolins Writer(s): Greg Berlanti, Sera Gamble Logline: A 21st century love story about the obsessive yet brilliant 20-something Joe Goldberg who uses the hyper-connected digital age to make the woman of his dreams fall in love with him. Details: Based on the novel, "You: A Novel," written by Caroline Kepnes and published by Atria/Emily Bestler on September 30, 2014. SSN Insight: In addition Berlanti is attached to direct the potential pilot. Berlanti Prods. Is on a roll with two pilots: Supergirl at CBS, which Berlanti co-wrote, and Blindspot at NBC. In addition to the CW’s renewals of the company’s shows Arrow and The Flash, they also produce the NBC series The Mysteries Of Laura.

Network

A Wicked Offer Network: The CW Production Company: T Group Prods. Executive Producer(s): Jenny Daly Logline: One-hour reality show where couples complete a series of controversial tasks involving their unsuspecting friends, families and co-workers for cash prizes. With each challenge testing the couple’s moral and ethical boundaries, the show tests how far couples will go for money. SSN Insight: The CW has picked up the show as part of their goal of picking up shows year-round and will premiere it in the summer, but an exact date hasn’t been announced. Daly also produced Storage Hunters and Container Wars.

Dates Network: The CW Studio: eOne Production Company: Balloon (Dates) Ltd. Executive Producer(s): Bryan Elsley Logline: Focuses on a first date between two people who met through online dating. It explores the issues, intricacies, romance and danger of modern relationships, along with the thrill and calamities of first dates. SSN Insight: The CW acquired nine episodes of the scripted comedy created by Bryan Elsley that aired on Channel 4 in Great Britain. The cast for the most part changes each episode. Cast includes: Oona Chaplin (Game Of Thrones), Andrew Scott (Sherlock), Katie McGrath (Dracula), Ben Chaplin (Thin Red Line), Amanda Hale (The White Queen) and Gemma Chan (Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit). Scheduled to premiere this summer, but an exact date hasn’t been announced.

The Decalogue Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Entertainment One Production Companies: Wonder Monkey TV Executive Producer(s): Steve McPherson, Todd A. Kessler, Debra Stasson, Beata Pisula Writer(s): Todd A. Kessler Logline: Examines the Ten Commandments in a modern setting. Details: Based on the Ten Commandments of the Bible. Based on the Danish format, "Decalogue," which aired in 1989. SSN Insight: eOne will distribute the series worldwide, with Carrie Stein, EVP of Global Productions; and Gerard Bocaccio, SVP US Scripted Development will oversee for eOne. WGN America is also producing a 10-part event series on the Ten Commandments, produced by Bruce Cohen, which is in pre-production.

Buds Network: NBC Entertainment Studio: Universal Television Production Company: Gettin' Rad Productions Executive Producer(s): Joe Mande, Adam Scott, Naomi Sablan Writer(s): Joe Mande Logline: The series revolves around the day-to-day operations of a marijuana dispensary in Denver, Colorado. SSN Insight: This project is the first sale under the first-look deal Gettin’ Rad made with Universal TV in fall 2014. Getting’ Rad has already produced four Greatest Event in Television History specials for Adult Swim. On the film side, Gettin’ Rad recently produced, The Overnight which premiered at Sundance and was produced with the Duplass Brothers.

Lucifer Network: Fox Broadcasting Company Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Companies: DC Entertainment, Aggressive Mediocrity, Inc Executive Producer(s): Tom Kapinos, Jerry Bruckheimer, Jonathan Littman, Len Wiseman Writer(s): Tom Kapinos Logline: Lucifer who, bored and unhappy as the Lord of Hell, resigns his throne and abandons his kingdom for the gorgeous, shimmering insanity of Los Angeles, where he gets his kicks helping the LAPD punish criminals. SSN Insight: Fox gave an initial put pilot commitment and ordered the pilot on February 19. Adapted from the DC Comic, if this is greenlit to series, Warner Bros. will have seven primetime comic book series on air with Arrow, The Flash, Constantine, Gotham, iZombie, and Supergirl. This doesn’t count the pilot for Titans (based on the comic Teen Titans) in the works.

Cable

Sketchy Network: ABC Family Production Company: Atlas Entertainment Executive Producer(s): Alex Gartner Writer(s): Olivia Samms Logline: Bea Washington, an edgy, rebellious 18-year-old with a "skill" in which she can draw the truth out of people literally. Shocked by what she sketches while observing the latest victim of a series of assaults on young women, Bea takes it upon herself to find the perpetrator before he strikes again. Details: Based on "The Bea Catcher Chronicles," written by Olivia Samms. SSN Insight: Charles Roven’s Atlas Entertainment recently launched their first TV series, 12 Monkeys on SyFy and opened a management division. Atlas’ films include American Hustle, Batman v Superman: Dawn Of Justice and Suicide Squad. ABC Family has had previous success with adaptations of YA novels with Pretty Little Liars.

Untitled Jason Jones Samantha Bee Comedy Project Network: TBS Executive Producer(s): Jason Jones, Samantha Bee Writer(s): Jason Jones, Samantha Bee Logline: A family takes a road trip to Key West. Hopeful dad Nate hops in the car with his wife and two young kids for a 24-hour adventure to the Keys. The family learns that no matter how much close proximity can lead a family to get on each other’s nerves, precarious situations and interactions with strangers can bring them together again. Details: Inspired by the travel experiences of Jason Jones and Samantha Bee. SSN Insight: Should the project go to series, each season is planned to chronicle a different trip. TBS gave an initial pilot commitment on October 28, 2014. They picked up the series on February 24 and production is scheduled for summer with a Q4 launch. This is the first pickup for recent TBS EVP of original programming, Brett Weitz.

New World Network: HBO Studio: Lionsgate TV, HBO Production Companies: Tilted Productions Executive Producer(s): Jenji Kohan, Bruce Miller, Gus van Sant Writer(s): Jenji Kohan, Bruce Miller, Tracy Miller Logline: Explores the circumstances surrounding a time when intolerance and repression set neighbor against neighbor and led the town of Salem to mass hysteria. SSN Insight: Ordered to pilot by HBO and Gus van Sant will direct the pilot. The pilot will shoot in Boston this spring with casting currently underway.

Love, Nina Network: BBC 1 Production Company: See-Saw Films Executive Producer(s): Iain Canning, Emile Sherman, Jamie Laurenson Writer(s): Nick Hornby Logline: A 19-year-old girl leaves Leicester to work as a nanny in London. Details: Based on the book, "Love, Nina: A Nanny Writes Home," written by Nina Stibbe and published by Little, Brown and Company on April 22, 2014. SSN Insight: Ordered to series. BBC 1 has ordered 5 episodes as of February 16. Hornby earned an Oscar nomination for his script An Education and a WGA nomination this year for Wild.

Digital

Just Add Magic Network: Amazon Studio: Amazon Studios Production Companies: No Production Company Available. Executive Producer(s): No Executive Producer Available. Writer(s): Joanna Lewis, Kristine Songco, Nancy Cohen Logline: Three 12 year old girls, are focused on making the soccer team, but they get somewhat sidetracked when Kelly, whose passion is baking, discovers in her attic a strange old recipe book, with recipes for baked goods that also have powerful spells. Details: Based on the novel "Just Add Magic," written by Cindy Callaghan and published by Aladdin on October 12, 2010. SSN Insight: Ordered to pilot and screened on Amazon Instant Video with user feedback and views determining a series order. Amazon ordered a full season on February 18. The series will premiere exclusively for Prime Instant members in the U.S., UK and Germany in late 2015, early 2016.

Mad Dogs Network: Amazon Studio: Sony Pictures Television, Amazon Studios Production Companies: Midd Kid Productions, Left Bank Pictures Executive Producer(s): Shawn Ryan, Cris Cole, Marney Hochman Nash, Andy Harries, Suzanne Mackie Writer(s): Cris Cole Logline: Follows the twisted reunion of a group of underachieving forty-something friend a mixture of single, married and recently divorced—who are all at different crossroads in their lives. Celebrating the early retirement of an old friend at his gorgeous Belize villa, grudges begin to emerge and secrets explode as their trip becomes a labyrinthine nightmare of lies, deception and murder. Details: Based on the British series "Mad Dogs" which premiered on Sky1 on February 10, 2011. SSN Insight: Project was previously in development at FXM. The Mad Dogs pilot pickup is the the 10th pilot directed by Charles McDougall to go to series . Amazon ordered a full season on February 18. The series will premiere exclusively for Prime Instant members in the U.S., UK and Germany in late 2015, early 2016.

The Man in the High Castle Network: Amazon Studio: Amazon Studios Production Companies: Ridley Scott Films , Headline Pictures, Electric Shepherd Productions, LLC Executive Producer(s): Frank Spotnitz, Chris Tricarico, David Semel, David W. Zucker, Ridley Scott Writer(s): Frank Spotnitz Logline: It's 1962, World War II has been over for 17 years, and the bad guys won. The East Coast of the United States belongs to the Nazis, the West Coast of the United States belongs to the Rising Sun, and a chunk of the Midwest is still up for grabs. But an aging Hitler has one foot in the grave, and the Japanese are preparing for an imminent Nazi stab in the back with a sneak attack all their own -- or maybe it's the other way around. The Resistance in the United States of America is scattered, scared, or crushed. Details: Based on the Philip K. Dick novel, "The Man in the High Castle," published by Putnam on January 1, 1962. SSN Insight: Amazon greenlit a full season of the drama. Previously in development at BBC-1 in 2011. Previously in development at SYFY with Ridley Scott as Executive producer in 2013. The project was the most-watched since the original series development program began. The series will premiere exclusively for Prime Instant members in the U.S., UK and Germany in late 2015, early 2016.

The New Yorker Presents Network: Amazon Studio: Amazon Studios Production Companies: Conde Nast Publications, Inc., Jigsaw Productions Executive Producer(s): Alex Gibney, Dave Snyder, Dawn Ostroff Logline: A documentary series based on the magazine "The New Yorker." SSN Insight: Amazon ordered the pilot on November 11, 2014 and greenlit a full season on February 18. On January 15th, 2015 Amazon made this and thirteen other pilots available to view and vote on. The series will premiere exclusively for Prime Instant members in the U.S., UK and Germany in late 2015, early 2016.

The Stinky & Dirty Show Network: Amazon Studio: Amazon Studios Production Companies: No Production Company Available. Executive Producer(s): No Executive Producer Available. Writer(s): Guy Toubes Logline: Follow the adventures and mishaps faced of two best friends and unlikely heroes, Stinky the garbage truck and Dirty the backhoe loader. Whether it's rescuing their pal Mighty the tugboat, or moving a giant boulder blocking the highway in their town of Go City, Stinky & Dirty are a dynamic duo of resourcefulness who make plenty of mistakes along the way. Details: Based on the "I Stink!" book series by Jim and Kate McMullan. (USA/2006) Ordered to pilot. (08/25/2014) SSN Insight: Pilot screened on Amazon Instant Video in 2015 with user feedback and views determining if it goes forward as a series. It was ordered to pilot on August 25 and ordered to series on February 18. The series will premiere exclusively for Prime Instant members in the U.S., UK and Germany in late 2015, early 2016.

Jadotville Network: Netflix Production Company: Parallel Films Writer(s): Kevin Brodbin Logline: A film based on the 1961 siege of an Irish UN battalion by 3,000 Congolese troops, led by French and Belgian mercenaries working for mining companies. SSN Insight: UTA Independent Film Group negotiated a deal with Netflix to distribute the war thriller starring Fifty Shades Of Grey‘s Jamie Dornan across all its territories in 2016. The project was brought to the European Film Market at Berlin by Alex Walton’s Bloom.

In Development

Dreadstar Studio: Universal Cable Productions Production Company: Benderspink Executive Producer(s): Jim Starlin Writer(s): Jim Starlin Logline: The story centers on Vanth Dreadstar, sole survivor of the entire Milky Way galaxy, and an ensemble cast of crewmates, including cyborg sorcerer Syzygy Darklock, and their struggle to end an ancient war between two powerful, evil empires: The Church of The Instrumentality, run by the Lord Papal; and the Monarchy, administered by King Gregzor. Details: Based on the comic book, "Dreadstar," created by Jim Starlin and published by Epic Comics. SSN Insight: Benderspink was adapting “Dreadstar” as a feature previously with Illuminati Entertainment. Starlin’s comic book credits for Marvel include “Guardians of the Galaxy”, “Captain Marvel” and the “Infinity Gauntlet” Trilogy.

It’s all about multigenerational comedies at NBC – nearly all of the comedy pilots revolve around parents, kids, grandparents, and siblings all trying to coexist and bridge the age gap. SSN is taking a look at the new crop of 2015 pilots, and this week we’re focusing on NBC. Here’s our take on six of the network’s most promising comedy pilots, and one drama pilot. They’re funny, fresh and have the potential to become the next breakout hit.

Synopsis: When a young man washes up on Miami Beach claiming to be a long-lost family member from Cuba, he brings some much needed energy back into the lives of grandmother Esperanza Fuentes, daughter Lola and granddaughter Soledad. Studio: Warner Bros. TV Writers/Producers: Silvio Horta SSN Insight: This one is from Ugly Betty alum Horta, and it has elements of magic realism (think Like Water For Chocolate) and fantasy. The characters are intriguing, and it’ll be interesting to see how it develops. It’s a unique premise, but it’s hard to see how the story might unfold since it feels more suited to a feature right now. The story explores memory, the Cuban-American experience, Alzheimer’s, and family ties. It might benefit from a bit more humor to balance out the melodrama. Adan Canto, Rachel Ticotin, and Katie Sarife have been cast.

Synopsis: This one revolves around a group of employees at a big-box store (á la Target), and it looks at the beauty in everyday (and sometimes absurd) moments. Studio: Universal TV Writers/Producers: Justin Spitzer, David Bernad, Ruben Fleischer SSN Insight: This one is from former The Office writer/producer Spitzer, and Zombieland director Fleischer is helming, so it’s definitely in good hands (Fleischer is much better with comedies, as evidenced by Gangster Squad). The dialogue is funny and the setting is ripe for comedy – this is a place that sells ten-dollar engagement rings, flat-screen TVs, and laxatives. There’s romantic tension between two of the employees, there’s a sex-starved, militant boss, and corporate training videos starring Christopher Lloyd. There’s an employee named Mateo Hernandez who has 11 brothers and sisters who are all criminals, which is borderline offensive, but besides that this one has a lot of potential.

Synopsis: A comedy examining sex, race, marriage and raising kids. Studio: Universal TV/Will Packer Productions Writers/Producers: DJ Nash, Will Packer SSN Insight: Best friends Mitch (the white guy) and Russell (the black guy), navigate adulthood along with their wives Tracy and Angie. The friendship between the two leads feels genuine on the page, and the banter between the husbands and wives should be relatable for married couples dealing with kids, babysitters, sex, and date nights. Tone Bell and Bresha Webb have been cast, and Pam Fryman (The McCarthys, How I Met Your Mother) is directing.

Synopsis: Some empty nesters get a rude awakening when their two 20-something daughters move back home. Studio: Universal TV Writers/Producers: Suzanne Martin, Sean Hayes, Todd Milliner SSN Insight: Hot in Cleveland creator Martin has written a hilarious script about Mike and Martha, a couple who get to let loose (have sex whenever/wherever they want, have cocktails at 3p.m., smoke pot) when their daughters leave for college. When the kids move back in, though, Mike and Martha have to balance parenting with their newfound hedonistic lifestyle. There are more than a few laugh-out-loud lines in the pilot, and the situation has a ton of potential. The grandfather, Bob, advises Mike, “You love your children, you don’t like them,” which will likely be the central conflict of the series. Legendary comedy director and ten-time Emmy winner James Burrows is helming. iCarly’s Miranda Cosgrove will play one of the daughters. If it turns out to be as funny as it is on the page, this one could be a hit.

Synopsis: A couple tells their son the lessons they learned growing up in the ’90s so that he won’t make the same mistakes he did. Studio: Sony Pictures TV/3 Arts Writers/Producers: Greg Malins, Barry Schwartz, Jonathan Berry SSN Insight: The structure of this one is interesting and it could appeal to anyone with a lot of 1990s nostalgia. There’s nothing particularly edgy here, but with the right cast it could break out.

Synopsis: An anthropologist blogger moves to the suburbs with his wife and analyzes his new favorite species: his suburban friends and neighbors. Studio: Universal TV Writers/Producers: Steven Cragg, Brian Bradley, David Janollari SSN Insight: This one’s a little like Up All Night meets Suburgatory, with characters who are desperately trying to stay cool and relevant even as they’re struggling with fertility issues, work and marriage. The main character narrates, sharing his anthropological observations about suburbia throughout the pilot. There are a lot of characters to keep up with in the pilot so it’s hard to connect with anyone in particular, but that could change in time. Lindsay Price, Chris Klein, Jared Gertner, and Andrea Anders have been cast.

Charlie Studio: Sony Pictures Television Executive Producer(s): Darlene Hunt, Jodie Foster Writer(s): Darlene Hunt Logline: A self-destructive, emotionally-stunted alcoholic vows to get her life on track after rescuing a dog she believes to be her reincarnated mother. SSN Insight: Per Variety, Foster is rumored to also direct the pilot of the half hour comedy. Foster has been steadily working in TV, earning DGA nominations for her work on Netflix’s House of Cards and Orange Is the New Black, for which she was also nominated for an Emmy for a directing an episode of the latter.

Untitled DC Comics Superhero Spinoff Network: CW Television Network Studio: Warner Bros. Television Production Companies: DC Entertainment, Berlanti Productions Executive Producer(s): Andrew Kreisberg, Marc Guggenheim, Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter Logline: The storyline involves Ray Palmer/The Atom, villain Leonard Snart/Captain Cold, and Dr. Martin Stein. Details: Based on characters from the DC Comics universe and from the shows Arrow and Flash, which air on the CW. SSN Insight: Planned as a possible straight to series order for 2015-2016 midseason. The spinoff would star Arrow’s Brandon Routh as The Atom, Caity Lotz, Flash’s Victor Garber as Dr. Martin Stein and Wentworth Miller as the villain Captain Cold. Caity Lotz will also star, but as her character Sara Lance was killed off in Arrow, her role is unclear. Per Variety, it will also feature three major DC Comics characters who have never been in a television series before.

Ducktales Network: Disney XD Studio: Disney Television Animation Logline: Follows Scrooge McDuck, his curious and mischief-making grandnephews — Huey, Dewey and Louie — and the optimistic yet temperamental Donald Duck as they embark on high-flying adventures worldwide. Details: Based on the Emmy-winning series that aired from 1987-1990 as part of The Disney Afternoon daily syndicated cartoon block. SSN Insight: Disney XD ordered the new animated comedy series, which is slated to launch in 2017.

Graves Network: EPIX Studio: Lionsgate Production Company: Kingsgate Films Executive Producer(s): Joshua Michael Stern, Greg Shapiro Writer(s): Joshua Michael Stern Logline: Former U.S. president Graves has an epiphany, realizing that some of his policies have brought damage to the country. He embarks on a quest to right the wrongs while his wife is pursuing a career in politics. SSN Insight: Ordered straight to series. EPIX, a premium TV network/VOD service backed by Viacom, Lionsgage and MGM has ordered 10 episodes. Nick Nolte is slated to star as Graves.

Untitled Jessie Spinoff Network: Disney Channel Production Companies: It's A Laugh Productions Executive Producer(s): Pamela Eells Logline: A spinoff of Jessie, this show follows the continuing adventures of Emma, Ravi and Zuri Ross. Details: The series is a spinoff of Jessie, which aired on Disney Channel from 2011-2015. SSN Insight: Ordered straight to series by Disney on February 25.

Model Woman Studio: Sony Pictures Television Production Company: Anonymous Content Executive Producer(s): K.J. Steinberg, Rosalie Swedlin, Robert Lacey Writer(s): K.J. Steinberg Logline: The story about family, beauty, ambition, business and popular culture is centered on Eileen Ford, the outspoken and controversial woman who started as a model and went on to co-found the famous Ford Modeling Agency with her husband Jerry. Details: Based on the book, "Model Woman: Eileen Ford and the Business of Beauty," written by Robert Lacey and to be published by Harper on June 16, 2015. SSN Insight: Lacey’s previous books include Majesty: Queen Elizabeth II And The House of Windsor. Steinberg currently produces the ABC series, Mistresses. She currently has an overall deal with Sony Pictures Television for two-years, which began in October 2014.

Ms. Network: HBO Production Company: Smokehouse Pictures Executive Producer(s): George Clooney, Grant Heslov, Bruce Cohen, Marisa Tomei, Kathy Najimy Logline: The story looks at the creation of Ms. Magazine in 1971 through the eyes of the two women who founded and ran it, Gloria Steinem and Bella Abzug, and those whose lives it changed during the world-altering early days of the Women’s Movement. Details: Based on the life and career of Gloria Steinem. SSN Insight: Steinem will serve as a consultant on the mini-series. Marissa Tomei will play Steinem. Tomei recently signed a first-look development deal with HBO to develop, produce and possibly star in projects.

Sex Criminals Studio: Universal Television Production Company: Milkfed Criminal Masterminds Executive Producer(s): Kelly Sue DeConnick, Matt Fraction Writer(s): Kelly Sue DeConnick, Matt Fraction Logline: A female librarian and male actor discover they can freeze time when they orgasm. Based on the comic book in which Suzie's a normal girl with an extraordinary ability: when she has sex, she stops time. One night she meets John... who has the same gift. And so they do what any other sex-having, time-stopping, couple would do: they rob banks. Details: Based on the comic book, "Sex Criminals," written by Matt Fraction and Chip Zdarsky and published by Image Comics in 2013. SSN Insight: DeConnick and Fraction have a two-year overall deal with Universal Television. The comic has won an Eisner Award, Harvey Award and was named the best comic of the year in 2013 by Time magazine. SSN also picked this comic in the article, “The 6 Hot Comics out of New York Comic-Con Poised to be the Next Hollywood Breakout”.

Stuck in the Middle Network: Disney Channel Production Company: It's A Laugh Productions Executive Producer(s): Linda Videtti Figueiredo Writer(s): Alison Brown, Linda Videtti Figueiredo Logline: Harley is the ultimate middle child who lives life in the eye of the tornado that is her family. But Harley has big-family life figured out that is, until the day she needs everyone to be in one place, on time, for her event. It’s chaos times seven, but Harley realizes guts, ingenuity and a seat near the mashed potatoes make living large a whole lot of fun. SSN Insight: Disney has ordered a pilot. Jenna Ortega will star, she currently plays young Jane on the CW’s Jane the Virgin and Darcy on the Netflix series Richie Rich. Production begins in spring with a premiere to be considered later this year.

Underground Network: WGN Studio: Tribune Studios, Sony Pictures Television Production Companies: Weed Road Pictures, Safehouse Pictures Executive Producer(s): Misha Green, Joe Pokaski, Akiva Goldsman, Tory Tunnell, Joby Harold Writer(s): Joe Pokaski, Misha Green Logline: Follows a group of slaves who plan a daring escape from a Georgia plantation to cross 600 miles to freedom, aided along the way by a secret abolitionist couple running a station on the Underground Railroad, as they evade those tasked with bringing them back, dead or alive. SSN Insight: WGN has ordered 10 episodes for the season on February 27. Although relatively new to original scripted content, this show joins WGN’s Salem, the currently airing Manhatten, and the Appalachian drama Titans which received a straight to series order.