Connor Hines, creator of Love Story, has signed an overall deal with Netflix and received a straight-to-series order for Jupiter Island.
Connor Hines, known for his work on Love Story, has formalized a comprehensive agreement with Netflix. This partnership includes a direct series order for his new project, Jupiter Island, marking a significant expansion of his creative endeavors.
Under the terms of this new overall deal, Hines will develop and produce various series for the streaming platform. His initial venture, Jupiter Island, marks a significant step, with Hines slated to write and executive produce the series himself, shaping its narrative from conception.
Jupiter Island is conceived as a drama delving into an exclusive community inhabited by professional golfers. The narrative will explore how this privileged world fractures with the arrival of an outsider, threatening a powerful couple within the sport's elite circles.
The series draws inspiration from the actual Jupiter Island in Florida, a locale renowned for its affluence and as a residence for numerous professional golfers, including figures like Tiger Woods and Greg Norman, alongside other notable personalities.
The production of Jupiter Island will be a collaboration between Netflix and A24, a studio recognized for its distinctive cinematic output. Hines will serve as an executive producer, joined by Julie Gardner from Bad Wolf America, further solidifying the creative team.
Jinny Howe, Netflix's head of scripted series for the U.S. and Canada, expressed enthusiasm for Hines' arrival. She highlighted his talent for crafting character-driven narratives, affirming Netflix's dedication to delivering premium content to its global audience.
Hines' recent Emmy nomination for Love Story, a limited series he created for FX and produced by Ryan Murphy, underscores his storytelling prowess. He also contributed as a writer to Netflix's comedy series Space Force prior to this new venture.
Reflecting on the project, Hines conveyed his excitement about the collaboration. He noted his long engagement with the world of Jupiter Island, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to realize his vision with such esteemed partners.
