David E. Kelley Peacock Crime Drama ‘The Missing’ Casts ‘Unorthodox’ Star Jeff Wilbusch

Joe Otterson TV ReporterThe upcoming Ahsoka Tano series at Disney Plus has cast Natasha Liu Bordizzo as Sabine Wren, Variety has confirmed with sources.She joins previously announced series lead Rosario Dawson. Wren was first introduced to the “Star Wars” universe in the animated series “Star Wars Rebels.” She is a young Mandalorian and a weapons expert, particularly when it comes to explosives.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterYvonne Orji has set up a variety special at HBO, Variety has learned exclusively.The project is in the early stages so details are scarce, but sources say it would incorporate comedy elements beyond traditional stand up and would dive into the Nigerian-American experience. Orji will write and executive produce in addition to starring.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterJesse Eisenberg is set to star in the title role of the upcoming FX on Hulu limited series “Fleishman Is in Trouble.”Eisenberg joins previously announced cast member Lizzy Caplan.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterRandall Park is set to star in a comedy series at Netflix that is set at the last Blockbuster Video, Variety has learned.The streamer has ordered 10 episodes of “Blockbuster,” which was created by writer and executive producer Vanessa Ramos (“Superstore,” “Brooklyn Nine-Nine”). David Caspe (“Happy Endings,” “Black Monday”) and Jackie Clarke (“Superstore,” “Happy Endings”) also serve as writers and executive producers.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterThe “Party Down” revival has officially been ordered to series at Starz, Variety has confirmed.In addition, original series stars Adam Scott, Jane Lynch, Ken Marino, Martin Starr, Ryan Hansen and Megan Mullally have all signed on to return to the six-episode limited series.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterThe “Avatar: The Last Airbender” live-action series at Netflix has cast three key roles, with production on the series now underway.Paul Sun-Hyung Lee (“Kim’s Convenience,” “The Mandalorian”) will play Uncle Iroh, a retired Fire Nation general and the wise and nurturing mentor to his hot-headed nephew, Prince Zuko. Lim Kay Siu (“Anna and The King,” “Nightwatch”) will play Gyatso, a kind and caring Air Nomad monk who is the guardian, father figure and best friend to Aang.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterA three-part documentary about Barney the Dinosaur has started production at Peacock, the streamer announced Monday.The project will examine the meteoric rise of Barney, the beloved children’s character who captured the hearts of millions of children and then became the target of hate and rage across pop culture, the early internet and playgrounds around the world.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterJennifer Garner is now set to headline the upcoming Apple drama series “The Last Thing He Told Me,” Variety has confirmed.Garner takes over the role from Julia Roberts, who reportedly pulled out due to a scheduling issue.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterA “Fatal Attraction” series adaptation has been ordered at Paramount Plus, with Lizzy Caplan attached in one of the lead roles.The series is described as a deep-dive reimagining of the film that will explore the timeless themes of marriage and infidelity through the lens of modern attitudes towards strong women, personality disorders, and coercive control. Caplan will star as Alex, who becomes obsessed with her lover after a brief affair.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterNetflix has ordered the hybrid comedy series “Saturday Morning All Star Hits” from Kyle Mooney and Ben Jones.The series will feature a combination of adult animated segments as well as live-action. It is described as a celebration of all that is 80s and 90s television.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterThe legal drama “Reasonable Doubt” at Onyx Collective on Hulu has cast Tim Jo, McKinley Freeman, and Angela Grovey in series regular roles.The trio join previously announced series lead Emayatzy Corinealdi. In the series, viewers will judge Jax Stewart (Corinealdi) for her questionable ethics and wild interpretations of the law until they’re the one in trouble.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterThe single-cam comedy “Ghosts” is far from dead at CBS, with CBS Entertainment president Kelly Kahl high on the show’s potential given its rating success.“Every few years, you’re lucky enough to watch a show grow week by week and watch the word of mouth grow and watch the delayed viewing grow,” Kahl said in an interview with Variety. “I think ‘Ghosts’ is on its way to being the breakout comedy of the year.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterSister has signed a first-look TV deal with producer, writer, and director Tobias Lindholm.Lindholm has already set up his first project for development under the deal — the limited series “The Best of Us,” with “Succession” star Jeremy Strong attached to star.“We are fortunate to have Jeremy as a partner with Tobias on ‘The Best of Us;’ and we look forward to their thoughtful and human depiction of those heroes that serve on the frontlines for the greater good,” said

Jeff Wilbusch is set to lead Peacock’s  from David E. Kelley, an eight-episode crime drama series based on Israeli crime writer Dror A. Mishani’s international bestselling novel The Missing File.

Joe Otterson TV Reporter“Star Trek: Prodigy” has been renewed for Season 2 at Paramount Plus.Series executive producer Heather Kadin had previously said the show would return for a second season, but it had not been officially confirmed until now. The renewal news comes after the show has aired only three episodes, including the two-part series premiere.New episodes of the first half of Season 1 will continue to roll out weekly on Thursdays through Nov.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterRegina King and David E. Kelley are teaming to adapt the Tom Wolfe novel “A Man in Full” as a Netflix limited series, Variety has learned exclusively.The drama project has received a straight-to-series order at the streamer, with Netflix ordering six one-hour episodes.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterGael Garcia Bernal is set to star in the Marvel Studios Halloween special currently in the works at Disney Plus, Variety has confirmed with sources.Plot details for the untitled special are being kept under wraps, but sources say that Bernal could be playing a character based on the Marvel character Werewolf by Night. Two different characters have shared that moniker, specifically Jack Russell and Jake Gomez.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterDaniel Dae Kim is joining the “Avatar: The Last Airbender” live-action series at Netflix, Variety has confirmed.He will appear in the role of Fire Lord Ozai. The character is described as the ruthlessly-driven leader of the Fire Nation who demands everyone live up to his impossible standards, especially his teen son, Prince Zuko.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterIsabel Sandoval has been tapped to direct an episode of the upcoming FX drama series “Under the Banner of Heaven,” Variety has learned exclusively.Sandoval is currently in Calgary filming her episode.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterABC has put the drama “No Good Deed” into development, Variety has learned.The project has received a script commitment with a penalty attached at the network. Jeannine Renshaw will write and executive produce.