Weiner Leaves Peacock’s ‘The Chairman’
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Matthew Weiner has exited the Peacock drama series "The Chairman," Variety reports. The project, first reported less than a month ago, had Eddie Murphy attached to star and was being developed by Universal Television and 101 Studios. Creative differences between Weiner and the show’s producers led to the split. A new showrunning team is already in place, with the writers’ room on a two‑week hiatus while new leaders onboard. The series would be the first live‑action project starring Murphy since his "Saturday Night Live" days. Production will continue under 101 Studios, run by Yellowstone executive producer David Glasser, and NBCUniversal’s first‑look deal that began in January. The project also marks the first venture from ex‑Paramount boss Chris McCarthy’s NBCUniversal consulting role, first reported in November 2025.
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Timeline
- On August 28 2026 Murphy attached to star in Peacock drama series.
- On September 1 2026 Weiner exits project due to creative differences.
Why it matters
Immediate US impact: Weiner’s exit may delay series launch Possible long-term US impact: Potential shift in Peacock’s drama lineup Most affected groups: Showrunners, writers, production staff Reader priority: High interest for TV industry observers
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Variety — Weiner Leaves Peacock’s ‘The Chairman’
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