Coleman Domingo to star in ‘The Madness’ limited series on Netflix from Chernin Entertainment
Netflix has ordered a series crazy, a conspiracy thriller starring Emmy winner Coleman Domingo. The eight-episode limited series is directed by Chernin Entertainment for Netflix, creator and co-showrunner Stephen Belber (Ozzy, The Laramie Project) and co-star VJ Boyd (Fair enough, SWAT)
inside crazy, Media pundit Muncie Daniels (Domingo) must fight for his innocence and his life after stumbling upon a murder deep in the Poconos forest. As the walls close in, Muncie tries to reconnect with her estranged family — and her lost ideals — in order to survive.
Belbar and Boyd executive produce with Peter Chernin, Geno Topping and Caitlin Dahill for Chernin Entertainment (The North Road Company). Clement’s daughter (green leaves) will direct and executive produce the first two and last two episodes. Quan Tran (the maid) and Jessica Lorre (Perry Mason) will conduct two middle episodes each.
“Stephen Belber and VJ Boyd create suspense-driven emotional stories that connect with a wide audience,” said Topping, president of Chernin Entertainment. “We look forward to seeing them bring this timely conspiracy thriller to life and continuing our partnership with Netflix.”
“crazy A fresh take on the conspiracy thriller — turning the genre on its head with its multi-layered characters, propulsive action and fast pace,” said Peter Friedlander, vice president of scripted series, Netflix, US and Canada. “We are proud to bring together such a powerhouse team to bring this dynamic story to life for Netflix audiences worldwide and continue to create great entertainment with Team Chernin.”
Domingo’s critically acclaimed film work includes: If Beale Street Could Talk, Selma, Lincoln, Candyman, Without Remorse, ZolaAnd she was nominated for the Film Independent Spirit, NAACP, SAG and Critics Choice Awards for her performance. Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom. He will next be seen in the title role in the Netflix biopic Rustin, Michelle and Barack Obama’s first film production of Higher Ground. Domingo won his first Emmy Award, as well as an Image Award, for Best Supporting Actor for HBO. Excitement. Domingo can currently be seen as Victor Strand In Fear The Walking Dead. He is repped by Gersh, Liebman Entertainment and Shrek Rose DaPello.
