Peacock Develops 'The Intern' Legal Thriller Series

Peacock has put in development "The Intern," a legal thriller series based on the 2023 book by Michele Campbell. The announcement marks a new adaptation project for the streaming service, focusing on the legal thriller genre. The source material is derived from the literary work authored by Michele Campbell.

The project is written and executive produced by Julia Cohen. Julia Cohen's attachment as both writer and executive producer ensures her central role in the development of the series. She is responsible for the screenplay adaptation.

Executive production duties are shared by Robert Teitel, George Tillman Jr., and Robert Prinz from State Street Pictures. These three individuals from State Street Pictures bring their production expertise to the series. State Street Pictures is the production company involved in the project.

George Tillman Jr. is expected to direct the series. In addition to his executive producer role, George Tillman Jr. will helm the direction of the legal thriller. His dual involvement connects the production oversight with the directorial execution.

Michele Campbell, the author of the 2023 book, serves as a producer. Her position as producer allows the original author to participate in the screen adaptation process.

Universal Television is the studio behind the project. The development is a collaborative effort involving Universal Television, State Street Pictures, and Julia Cohen for the Peacock platform.