Entertainment
USA Network orders Rome-set medical drama 'Diplomatic Immunity'
The straight-to-series order from writers Matt Corman and Chris Ord marks USA Network's third new original drama series.
The short version
- USA Network has given a straight-to-series order for 'Diplomatic Immunity,' an hour-long medical drama set in Rome.
- The project is created, written, and showrun by Matt Corman and Chris Ord, who previously created 'Covert Affairs' for the network.
- Fox Entertainment Studios will produce the series, with Fox Entertainment Global handling international distribution.
- Casting for the lead role and supporting characters has not yet begun.
Key facts
- USA Network issued a straight-to-series order for the hour-long medical drama 'Diplomatic Immunity.'[Variety]
- Matt Corman and Chris Ord serve as the showrunners, writers, and executive producers for the show.[Variety]
- The plot focuses on an American doctor posted to the U.S. Embassy medical office in Rome who deals with geopolitical and diplomatic cases.[Variety]
- Fox Entertainment Studios is producing the drama, while Fox Entertainment Global will manage international distribution.[Variety]
- 'Diplomatic Immunity' joins 'The Rainmaker' and 'Anna Pigeon' in USA Network's slate of original drama series.[Variety]
What remains uncertain
- Casting choices and production timelines for the series have not been announced.[Variety]