It goes without saying that Lena Headey is a force, whose essence is ideal to take on this wonderfully dynamic lead role,” said Jana Winograde, President of Entertainment at Showtime Networks Inc. Headey will executive produce the pilot, a co-production of Showtime and Platform One Media, with creator and showrunner Christian Torpe (Silent Heart, Blackbird).
Showtime has announced a pilot production order for the hour-long dramedy Rita, starring Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Lena Headey (Game of Thrones).
Elisa Ellis will executive produce for Platform One Media, which is headed by Katie O’Connell Mash.
“Rita is a deliciously subversive character who will make you laugh and cry as she continuously challenges the hypocrisy around her.