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Extra.ie
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
RTÉ reveals first cast photo for Marian Keyes adaptation The Walsh Sisters
RT have revealed the first cast photo for their upcoming comedy-drama series The Walsh Sisters . The six-part series, which will air later this year, is based on the novels of best-selling Irish author Marian Keyes. Starring Louisa Harland, Caroline Menton, Danielle Galligan, Mirad Tyers and Stefanie Preissner, The Walsh Sisters follows the titular sisters – Anna, Rachel, Maggie, Claire and Helen – as they navigate the ups-and-downs of their late 20s and 30s. The cast also includes Aidan Quinn, Carrie Crowley, Jay Duffy, Samuel Anderson and Debi Mazar. 'It's impossible to overstate how thrilled I am with this production,' said Marian Keyes. 'Stefanie Preissner's scripts alchemised the vibe of my novels into a new and compelling thing.' 'This probably sounds like a strange thing to say but even if I wasn't involved in this, I'd be dying to see it,' she continued. 'I'm so grateful to all the individuals who worked so hard to make this beautiful series and I'm very excited for the world to see the finished product.' Keyes has sold over 40 million books and her work has been translated into 36 languages. She has won 5 Irish Book Awards and was named Author of the Year at the British Book Awards in 2022. She is considered among the most successful Irish novellists. The Walsh Sisters is produced by the multi-award winning studios Cuba Pictures and Metropolitan Pictures for RT in association with the BBC, Screen Ireland and Cineflex Rights.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
UTA's Curtis Brown Sells Cuba Pictures to Vice Media
Vice Media has picked up McMafia producer Cuba Pictures from UTA's Curtis Brown Group. Terms of the deal were not disclosed, but the U.K. film and TV producer will become part of Vice Studios to bolster its scripted TV business. Cuba Pictures will continue to be led by head of film and TV Dixie Linder, who will report to Vice Studios co-president Jamie Hall. More from The Hollywood Reporter 'Love Hurts,' 'Violent Night' Producer Guy Danella Named President of Film at XYZ Halle Berry, Jeremy Strong Join Juliette Binoche on Cannes Jury BBC Review Finds No "Toxic Culture" But "Minority of People Whose Behavior Is Simply Not Acceptable" 'We are impressed by the innovative shows that Cuba Pictures produces with global appeal, and this acquisition accelerates our studios' growth strategy in scripted content,' Bruce Dixon, CEO of Vice Media, said in a statement. Dixie Linder added: 'I couldn't be more excited for the next chapter for Cuba alongside Jamie and the brilliant team at Vice Studios. Their passion and vision make them the perfect partners for this journey, and I can't wait to see what we create together — while continuing our very special relationship with Curtis Brown.' Cuba Pictures founder Nick Marston will remain active with the company, according to the company, and work closely with the Vice Studios team. The acquisition of Cuba Pictures follows Vice Media inking a distribution deal with ITV Studios and acquiring commercial and music video production studio London Alley Entertainment and merging it with UK's Pulse Films. Vice Studios produces the TV franchise Gangs of London, Sky's Atomic series and the upcoming film Bad Apples with Paramount, starring Saoirse Ronan. The acquisition of Cuba Pictures follows Vice Media inking a distribution deal with ITV Studios and acquiring commercial and music video production studio London Alley Entertainment and merging it with Pulse Films. TV credits for Cuba Pictures include Channel Four's Coalition, BBC One's Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell, the BBC Two and RTÉ thriller Paula, and the BBC1 and Amazon Prime series McMafia, starring James Norton. Cuba Pictures is at work on the drama The Walsh Sisters, an adaptation of Marian Keyes' novels and set to air on the BBC and RTE. Vice Media is owned by Fortress Investment Group, Soros Capital Management and Monroe Capital. Best of The Hollywood Reporter How the Warner Brothers Got Their Film Business Started Meet the World Builders: Hollywood's Top Physical Production Executives of 2023 Men in Blazers, Hollywood's Favorite Soccer Podcast, Aims for a Global Empire
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Vice Media Acquires ‘McMafia' Producer Cuba Pictures From UTA's Curtis Brown
EXCLUSIVE: Vice Media has bought Cuba Pictures from UTA-owned literary and talent agency Curtis Brown. Cuba is one of the UK's most established drama producers. The London-based outfit's series include McMafia, Jonathan Strange and Mr Norrell and the Andrew Garfield movie Boy A. It has just finished shooting The Walsh Sisters in Dublin, the much-anticipated adaptation of the Marian Keyes novels, for RTE and the BBC. It also recently wrapped on The Rumour for Paramount's Channel 5 and starring Joanne Whalley. More from Deadline WME Music Agents Zach Iser & Caroline Yim Join UTA As Partners UTA Signs 'East Of Wall' Filmmaker Kate Beecroft Rebel Wilson Signs With UTA Cuba is run by Dixie Linder and founder Nick Marston, who is also Chairman of Curtis Brown's Television, Film and Theatre Department. Word is that Linder will continue to lead the company with Marston also remaining involved. Deadline understands that Cuba will become part of Vice Studios, which is run by Jamie Hall in London and Danny Gabai in Los Angeles. The label will sit alongside Gangs of London producer Pulse in the Vice Studios fold. Financial terms of the deal are not known. 'Dixie and the team at Cuba Pictures have an exceptional track record in the scripted space,' said Hall. 'Together we will produce incredibly compelling scripted content and extend Vice Studios' global reach.' Marston said that Cuba Pictures has always had 'a fierce intelligence and an independent spirit, with some great clients of Curtis Brown at the heart of the creative process,' adding: 'I am sure that Vice Studios will continue this tradition, and I look forward to fruitful collaborations in the future.' Curtis Brown, which was bought by UTA in 2022, and Cuba have close creative ties, which will remain, said CEO Jonny Geller: 'We will be continuing to work with our friends at Cuba who have brought so many of our clients' projects to the screen.' Linder welcomed the deal to join Vice Studios. 'Their passion and vision make them the perfect partners for this journey, and I can't wait to see what we create together—while continuing our very special relationship with Curtis Brown.' Vice went on a rollercoaster corporate ride, evolving from noisy outsider to part of the media establishment, to bankruptcy. Now, under its new ownership of Fortress Investment Group, Soros Capital Management, and Monroe Capital, it has pared back and restructured and has moved in deal-making mode in recent months. In February, Vice Studios cut a distribution agreement with ITV Studios. In March, Vice acquired LA-based music video and commercials outfit London Alley Entertainment. 'We are impressed by the innovative shows that Cuba Pictures produces with global appeal, and this acquisition accelerates our Studios' growth strategy in scripted content,' said Bruce Dixon, CEO of Vice Media. 'This is the latest example of Vice's momentum and successful turnaround.' Best of Deadline Everything We Know About The 'Reminders of Him' Movie So Far Streamer Subscription Prices And Tiers – Everything To Know As Prices Increase And Ads Abound 2025 TV Series Renewals: Photo Gallery
BBC News
14-02-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Cast unveiled for new comedy drama The Walsh Sisters, led by Louisa Harland, Caroline Menton and Aidan Quinn
The BBC and RTÉ have announced the lead cast members for new comedy drama series, The Walsh Sisters, inspired by the novels of international bestselling Irish author Marian Keyes. The Walsh Sisters, directed by Ian Fitzgibbon, (Hullraisers, Moone Boy), features a chaotic, dysfunctional but deeply loveable family of five sisters, their mother and bemused father. It is part based on two of Keyes' books, the blockbuster novels Rachel's Holiday and Anybody Out There. The comedy drama is produced by Cuba Pictures and Metropolitan Films International, with producer Patrick O'Donoghue (The Tourist, Brooklyn, The Wonder) for Irish public broadcaster RTÉ in association with the BBC and Screen Ireland. Cineflix Rights handle international distribution. Headlining the cast are Louisa Harland (Derry Girls, Renegade Nell, Love/Hate) as the troubled Anna Walsh and rising talent Caroline Menton (Oddity), taking on the role of one of Marian's most-loved characters, sister Rachel. Danielle Galligan (Kin, Spilt Milk, Shadow and Bone) brings oldest sister Claire to life and BAFTA-nominated Máiréad Tyers (Extraordinary, My Lady Jane, Belfast) plays the fearless baby of the family, Helen. The final Walsh sister will be played by multi-hyphenate stage, screen and screenwriting talent Stefanie Preissner (Solpadeine is My Boyfriend, Can't Cope, Won't Cope, How to Adult), who plays Maggie, 'mammy's favourite'. In addition to appearing on screen as Maggie, Dublin-based Preissner, who created RTÉ's ground-breaking comedy drama Can't Cope, Won't Cope, is entrusted with the adaptation of Keyes' much-loved books. As the creative lead and writer across the series, Preissner is joined by Kefi Chadwick (Rivals; Death in Paradise) writing two episodes. Irish-American actor Aidan Quinn (This is my Father, Legends of the Fall, Song for a Raggy Boy) is playing put-upon Jack 'Daddy' Walsh alongside his screen wife Carrie Crowley (An Cailín Ciúin; Hope Street; Smother), who recreates eccentric Mammy Walsh. American actress Debi Mazar (Kaos, Younger) has signed up for the part of Chaquie. Caroline Menton says: 'I'm absolutely thrilled to be a part of The Walsh Sisters. Rachel is such a beloved character that has resonated with me and countless others around the world for nearly two decades. Hers is a story of hope and I feel so privileged to get the opportunity to bring Rachel to life and be a part of bringing Marian Keyes' iconic Walsh family to the screen.' Louisa Harland adds: 'Couldn't be happier to be part of the Walsh family. These books mean so much to so many.' Other cast members include Gina Moxley who will play Josephine (The Patient Gloria, Here Before) and Jay Duffy (Wheel of Time, Northern Lights) who will play Rachel's complicated love interest Luke Costello. Samuel Anderson (Amandaland, Landscapers) has also been cast as Aidan - Anna's love interest. Billed as 'a comedy about serious things — a pacey, brutally honest and uncompromisingly funny exposé of the realities of being an Irish sister', The Walsh Sisters (6x50') will begin filming soon. Set in their Dublin hometown, The Walsh Sisters follows the lives of Anna, Rachel, Maggie, Claire and Helen as they navigate the peaks and troughs of their late 20s and 30s. This is a sisterhood full of in-jokes, hand-me-down resentments and more than a few old wounds. But their DNA, history and shared love of power ballads keep the Walsh sisters together in the face of heartbreak, grief, addiction and parenthood. Marian Keyes is one of the most successful novelists of all time. Her many accolades include five Irish Book Awards and being named Author of the Year at the prestigious British Book Awards in 2022. Since her first novel was published in 1995, more than 39 million copies of Keyes' books have been sold around the world, translated into 36 languages. The executive producers are RTÉ's head of drama David Crean and director of co-productions and acquisitions Dermot Horan; Cuba Pictures' joint CEOs Dixie Linder and Nick Marston; Metropolitan Films' producer and director David McLoughlin; Cineflix Rights' James Durie and Tom Misselbrook; Stefanie Preissner; and Marian Keyes and Tony Baines. Read more: BBC to air new drama The Walsh Sisters, based on novels by acclaimed author Marian Keyes SH2
