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Eddie Murphy to star in Peacock drama series "The Chairman"

Eddie Murphy has been attached to star in "The Chairman," a drama series in development at Peacock created by Matthew Weiner. The project will be produced by Universal Television and 101 Studios, marking Murphy's first role in a live‑action scripted series. The announcement highlights the streaming service's effort to enlist established film talent for original content.

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Murphy's move to a Peacock scripted drama underscores how streaming platforms are leveraging legacy film stars to broaden their original‑content portfolios, while also giving the comedian a rare chance at a sustained television role.

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  1. 01Eddie Murphy is attached to star in "The Chairman" at Peacock
  2. 02The series is created by Matthew Weiner
  3. 03Universal Television and 101 Studios will produce the series

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Eddie Murphy to star in Peacock drama series "The Chairman"
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U.S. outlets highlight Murphy's return to scripted television and his first live‑action series role

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