Amanda Seyfried to Star in Amazon's Adaptation of "Skinny Dip"

Amanda Seyfried is set to star in and executive produce a television adaptation of Carl Hiaasen's novel "Skinny Dip," which is currently in development at Amazon Prime Video. The project, which was initially in the works at HBO Max, shifted to Prime Video after the streamer offered a substantial financial package exceeding $2 million. The series is produced by Warner Bros. Television and features writers and executive producers Adam Horowitz and Edward Kitsis, known for their work on "Once Upon a Time" and "Lost." Bill Lawrence, also an executive producer, is associated with the project through his production company, Doozer.

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"Skinny Dip" follows the story of Joey Perrone, portrayed by Seyfried, whose second wedding anniversary takes an unexpected turn. Instead of receiving earrings as a gift, she discovers her husband Chaz has alternative plans. This revelation leads Joey to seek revenge, teaming up with a disgraced ex-cop to confront her husband. The series is described as an action-romantic-comedy-triangle that explores themes of murder, vengeance, and the quest for true accountability.

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• Amanda Seyfried: An Emmy winner and Oscar nominee, Seyfried has gained recognition for her roles in films like "Mamma Mia!" and "Les Misérables," as well as her recent work in the Hulu series "The Dropout."

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• Adam Horowitz and Edward Kitsis: The duo is celebrated for creating "Once Upon a Time" and has extensive experience in television, including executive production roles on "Lost" and writing for various other series.

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• Bill Lawrence: Known for his work on "Scrubs" and "Ted Lasso," Lawrence is also involved in the adaptation through Doozer Productions.

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The adaptation of "Skinny Dip" marks a significant collaboration between Seyfried and the experienced team of Horowitz and Kitsis. The logline emphasizes the dramatic and comedic elements of the story, highlighting the unexpected twists in Joey's journey. The transition to Prime Video reflects the competitive landscape of streaming services, with Amazon's investment indicating confidence in the project's potential.

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While the project has garnered interest, there are concerns regarding the adaptation of Hiaasen's work, particularly in capturing the essence of the original novel. Critics may question whether the series can balance the comedic and dramatic elements effectively, given the complexities of the source material.

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As "Skinny Dip" progresses through development, further casting announcements and production details are anticipated. The series aims to join the growing trend of adaptations of Hiaasen's novels, following other projects like "Bad Monkey" and "RJ Decker," which are also in various stages of production.

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• “Skinny Dip is the story of Joey Perrone, whose second anniversary didn’t go quite as planned. She expected earrings, but instead, her husband Chaz had, shall we say, alternate plans. After unexpectedly finding herself on the other side of those plans, she vows to get revenge. Teaming up with a disgraced ex-cop, Joey sets out to make Chaz pay. Skinny Dip is an action-romantic-comedy-triangle about murder, vengeance, and the elusiveness of true accountability in this world.” — Amanda Seyfried

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• “action-romantic-comedy-triangle about murder, vengeance and the elusiveness of true accountability in this world.” — Adam Horowitz

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