Groundbreaking Drama Series to Begin Production
This Summer
On the heels of a year highlighted by industry recognition and critical
acclaim for its award-winning original programming including WEEDS, HUFF and
SLEEPER CELL, SHOWTIME has ordered a fourth season of its hit drama series
THE L WORD, it was announced today by Robert Greenblatt, President of
Entertainment, SHOWTIME Networks Inc. All 12 new episodes are set to begin
production this summer and premiere on Showtime
in 2007.
"THE L WORD without a doubt is one of SHOWTIME's true signature series,"
said Greenblatt. "Not only is the show - and the title -- part of the pop
culture, but we've seen a ratings explosion in season three, the likes of
which we would never have predicted. Clearly something has caught fire, and
we want the fourth season in production as soon as possible."
THE L WORD, which premiered its third season on January 8th, is one of
Showtime's most popular series, generating a large and loyal audience, as
well as critical praise for its provocative, sexy storylines, its principal
cast, and for being a magnet for celebrated directors and guest stars.
Premiering Sundays at 10PM PT/ET with several multi-plays during the week
and available on the ever-growing SHOWTIME's On Demand service, the
groundbreaking series follows a group of Los Angeles-based friends, some of
whom are lesbians, as
they navigate careers, families, friendships, inner struggles and romantic
entanglements. Created by Ilene Chaiken and Kathy Greenberg & Michele
Abbott, the series stars Jennifer Beals, Erin Daniels, Leisha Hailey, Laurel
Holloman,
Mia Kirshner, Katherine Moennig, Dallas Roberts, Daniela Sea, Sarah Shahi,
Rachel Shelley, and Pam Grier. Since its debut in January 2004, THE L WORD
has become one of the rare television series to transcend the medium to
become part of American popular culture, spawning dedicated fan websites and
blogs, along with ancillary products such as THE L WORD-branded perfume,
jewelry and books. THE L WORD is executive produced by Ilene Chaiken through
her production company, Little Chicken Inc. The series was created by
Chaiken and Kathy Greenberg & Michele Abbott and is being distributed
internationally by MGM International Television Distribution, Inc.
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