Netflix has given Alexander, based on Annabel Lyon’s bestselling novel The Golden Mean, a series order, with Heated Rivalry‘s Jacob Tierney on board to write, direct, and executive produce. Netflix has not confirmed the start date for production on Alexander, and it’s too early in the process for any casting details.
Netflix offered this synopsis: “Based on Annabel Lyon’s novel The Golden Mean, the drama begins as the Athenian empire is crumbling and the world’s greatest mind, Aristotle, arrives in Macedonia to tutor a volatile young prince, Alexander. Amid palace intrigue, forbidden love, brutal war, and ruthless ambitions, their unlikely friendship shapes an empire and alters the course of history.”
Additional executive producers include Brendan Brady, Michael Costigan, and Jason Bateman.
“I fell in love with Annabel Lyon’s book The Golden Mean years ago and have been dreaming of telling this story ever since,” stated Tierney. “Brendan and I couldn’t be more excited to be partnering with Aggregate and Netflix to bring this insanely compelling world to life.”
Jinny Howe, Netflix’s Head of US and Canada Scripted Series, added, “Jacob Tierney is one of the most exciting, in-demand creative voices working today, and we are thrilled to work with him on Alexander. We were immediately captivated by his vision for adapting Annabel Lyon’s acclaimed novel. This series reimagines the classic power struggle between mentor and protégé with a raw, modern energy that feels both epic and incredibly intimate. This high-stakes drama is poised to deeply resonate with our global audience, and we look forward to bringing it to life with the deftly talented Jason Bateman and the Aggregate Films team.”
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