Fox
Broadcasting Company has signed a first-look deal with actor Jonah Hill's JHF
production banner, giving the network first rights to JHF TV development
projects.
As part of the
agreement, Fox purchased an untitled single-camera comedy script written by
Hill and possibly to be directed by him, too.
"Jonah is one
of the most prolific young talents in comedy today, and possesses a fearless,
wickedly smart sensibility that's perfect for Fox," said Kevin Reilly,
president of entertainment, Fox Broadcasting Company, in a statement. "He's an
undeniably terrific comedic actor who also shows tremendous creativity behind
the camera, and we're thrilled to bring his unique voice to our network."
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Fox picked up
seven episodes of Hill's new animated series Allen Gregory earlier this year. The series is tentatively schedule
to premiere in the 2011-12 season.
