AceShowbiz - Ari Aster, the director known for his upcoming film Eddington, and his producing partner Lars Knudsen have entered into a two-year first-look television deal with Media Res Studio. This agreement enables the duo, through Knudsen's Square Peg company, to develop and produce new TV projects exclusively for Media Res.

The independent studio, recognized for acclaimed series such as The Morning Show, will collaborate with the pair on upcoming television programming. Square Peg, founded in 2019, marks its first formal venture into TV production with this partnership.

The company’s portfolio includes notable films like Midsommar, Beau Is Afraid, Dream Scenario, Sasquatch Sunset, and Eddington. This new deal represents an important expansion of their creative output into serialized storytelling.

Media Res has built a reputation for producing high-profile dramas beyond The Morning Show, including Pachinko and Extrapolations. Founder Michael Ellenberg expressed enthusiasm about working with Ari Aster and Square Peg, highlighting their outstanding track record and ambitious vision for television series.

In a joint statement, Ari Aster and Lars Knudsen praised Media Res for its commitment to bold creative choices and top-tier storytelling, noting how closely aligned their sensibilities are. This collaboration is poised to bring compelling and innovative television content to audiences worldwide in the coming years.