‘Thunder Point’ Heats Up as Fremantle, Bell Media and ‘Sullivan’s Crossing’ Showrunner Bring Robyn Carr’s Next Series to the Global Market: ‘It’s “Friday Night Lights” Meets “Virgin River”’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Fremantle, Bell Media, and Reel World Management are co-producing a new global series based on Robyn Carr's novel 'Thunder Point,' with the showrunner of 'Sullivan's Crossing' attached. This collaboration follows the success of 'Sullivan's Crossing,' which was recently renewed for its fifth season. Michela Di Mondo, Fremantle's executive vice president of distribution, described the partnership as a strong and established relationship, likening it to a "dating" phase that has progressed into a committed partnership within the first year of their collaboration. The new series is being positioned as a blend of "Friday Night Lights" and "Virgin River," aiming to capture a broad audience with its compelling narrative and character-driven storylines. The project signifies a significant move in the global television market, leveraging the established success of its partners and the popular appeal of Robyn Carr's literary work. The initial announcement was made this week, highlighting the strategic intent to bring this new property to international markets.