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3x Emmy-Winning Richard Gadd Signs First-Look Deal With Netflix Amid $170M Lawsuit

Sep 17, 2024, 09:38 AM

Richard Gadd, the 3x Emmy-winning creator and star of 'Baby Reindeer,' has signed a multi-year, first-look deal with Netflix to develop a new scripted series. Despite facing a $170 million defamation lawsuit related to 'Baby Reindeer,' Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos expressed strong support for Gadd, emphasizing the authenticity and Britishness of his storytelling. Sarandos described the lawsuit as a uniquely British debate and stated that such discussions are not happening elsewhere. Sarandos also noted that 'Baby Reindeer' is based on Gadd's true story. The deal was announced during Sarandos' keynote at the RTS London Convention.