Proximity Media, the media company founded by “Sinners” director Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler and Sev Ohanian, has signed a multi-year deal with Netflix to exclusively develop TV series for the streamer.
The company previously had an overall TV deal at Disney, which expired earlier this year.
Proximity Media’s television division is behind series including Marvel’s “Ironheart,” the National Geographic docuseries “Hurricane Katrina: A Race Against Time” and the animated “Black Panther” spinoff “Eyes of Wakanda.”
“We started Proximity Media with a simple goal: to tell event-driven stories that bring people in close proximity with often overlooked subjects. As we continue to expand Proximity’s television business, we’re thrilled to partner with Netflix, a company that has consistently demonstrated its commitment to distinctive creators and original storytelling,” said Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler and Ohanian in a joint statement. “We look forward to working alongside Bela, Jinny, Nne and the entire Netflix team as we bring stories to television audiences around the world.”
“Proximity Media has built a remarkable reputation for championing visionary creators and producing stories that resonate deeply with audiences worldwide,” added Jinny Howe, Netflix’s head of U.S. and Canada scripted series. “The company’s founders — Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler, and Sev Ohanian — have cultivated an award-winning television division that continues to push the boundaries of storytelling. We are excited to welcome the entire Proximity team to Netflix and look forward to bringing their next slate of groundbreaking series to life alongside Nne Ebong and our studio team.”
