Lionsgate TV has signed Common to a development deal.
The Emmy-winning rapper, actor and producer will develop new projects for the studio under his Freedom Road Productions banner. The agreement expands Lionsgate’s relationship with Common, who starred in installments of the studio’s “John Wick” and “Now You See Me” film franchises.
“We’re thrilled to have the talented multi-hyphenate Common join our television team along with his longtime manager and producing partner Derek Dudley, President of Production Shelby Stone, and creative executive Melisa Resch,” said Lionsgate executive VP and head of worldwide scripted television Chris Selak in a statement. “Common’s expertise from working across all different artistic platforms offers a rich and exciting creative vision to our group.