Apple TV+ has officially given a series order to the upcoming World War II-era epic thriller drama titled The New Look, centering around the rise of fashion icon Christian Dior and his rivalry against the grand dame Coco Chanel.
Emmy winner Ben Mendelsohn and Oscar winner Juliette Binoche have signed on for the leading roles in the Paris-set project.
The New Look will be written, directed, and executive produced by Todd A. Kessler (The Sopranos), which will be inspired by true events.
“It centers on the pivotal moment in the twentieth century when Paris led the world back to life through its fashion icons: Christian Dior (played by Mendelsohn), whose creations dominated world fashion in the decade following World War II.