Netflix Gives Series Order To New Silicon Valley Thriller Starring Rosamund Pike

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As a longtime fan of Rosamund Pike’s captivating performances and versatile roles, I couldn’t be more thrilled about her latest project, Thumblite. The fact that she’ll be diving into the cutthroat world of Silicon Valley, a setting that promises to showcase both her acting chops and business acumen, has me positively buzzing with anticipation.

Netflix has given the go-ahead to a new corporate thriller series, Thumblite, starring Rosamund Pike from Gone Girl and The Wheel of Time. Set in the high-pressure environment of Silicon Valley, this show delves into the intricate power struggles within one of the most dynamic and influential industries globally. In a competitive bidding scenario, Netflix secured the distribution rights and showed faith in its potential by directly ordering the series without prior episodes being produced. This is quite unusual in the realm of television production. The official synopsis for Thumblite provided by Netflix goes as follows:

In Thumblite, we delve into the power struggles, ambitions, and fixations of the key players in Silicon Valley, from the leaders to their subordinates, as they compete for dominance in the world’s most influential industry. The story primarily revolves around Pike’s character, placing him right in the heart of a swirling vortex of tension.

The series is developed by Scott Z. Burns, renowned for movies like “The Bourne Ultimatum”, “The Informant”, “Contagion”, and the Apple TV+ series “Extrapolations”. Burns will not only create this show but also oversee its production as the showrunner and executive producer. Furthermore, Scott Galloway, a distinguished entrepreneur and professor at NYU’s Stern School of Business, is set to collaborate with Burns in his role as an executive producer.

The duo of Burns and Galloway play essential roles in our project by providing valuable perspectives, given their backgrounds in addressing international matters and proficiency in business and tech fields. Moreover, our series features an intriguing roster of producers and executive producers. Rosamund Pike takes on the role of an executive producer, with Greg Jacobs, Michael Ellenberg, and Lindsey Springer joining her in this capacity.

Rosamund Pike Is Currently Headlining The Wheel Of Time

Rosamund Pike has had a distinguished career in Hollywood. She is among the most talented actresses out there and her string of memorable roles on the big screen include Amy Dunne in Gone Girl, which earned her an Academy Award nomination, as well as Jack Reacher, Hostiles, and more. Pike has also starred in A Private War, where she portrayed war correspondent Marie Colvin, and the James Bond film Die Another Day. Her more recent credits include I Care A Lot and Saltburn.

I’m utterly captivated by the versatile acting skills that Pike demonstrates, not just on the big screen, but also on the small screen where she brilliantly portrays Moiraine Damodred in Amazon Prime Video’s extraordinary fantasy series, “The Wheel of Time.” This show is a screen adaptation of Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson’s beloved book series. It narrates the tale of Moiraine, a member of a powerful group of women who can harness magical energy, as she embarks on an adventurous and perilous journey with five companions in her quest to find the Dragon Reborn. The show has garnered acclaim for its faithful representation of the intricate book world and Pike’s compelling performance. Most recently, it was renewed for a third season, promising more captivating adventures ahead.

In an impressive blend of indie films and high-profile TV productions, Pike consistently pushes her boundaries. With her dual roles as the main actress and executive producer in the upcoming project “Thumblite“, we can expect yet another complex layer to her esteemed acting career.

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2024-09-17 16:32