A new limited series based on the highly publicized Karen Read trial is in development for Prime Video and Warner Bros Television, with Elizabeth Banks set to play the central figure. Justin Noble will serve as showrunner and pen the series, while David E. Kelley will executive produce alongside Banks through her production company Brownstone.
The series follows the true crime story that captivated the nation after a Boston police officer was found dead in the snow, with all eyes on his girlfriend, Read. The case sparked intense debate, with some believing she was guilty of first-degree murder and others convinced she was a victim of a sweeping cover-up by law enforcement.
Banks joins Noble’s project, which is reportedly an adaptation of the popular Law & Crime and Wondery podcast “Karen”. Kelley brings his expertise in courtroom dramas to the series, having delivered several hit shows in recent years. The project marks a reunion for Banks and Prime Video, who previously collaborated on the series “The Better Sister”.
Production on the series has been underway since Noble was tapped as showrunner, with Kelley joining shortly after the trial concluded earlier this year. The show is being produced through various banners, including Wondery, Law & Order, and David E. Kelley Productions.
With its complex exploration of true crime and societal obsession, the series promises to delve into the depths of trust in institutions and the allure of conspiracy theories. As one observer noted, the case highlights the flaws of law enforcement in Canton, Massachusetts.
Source: https://deadline.com/2025/08/elizabeth-banks-karen-read-limited-series-david-e-kelley-1236498327