Matthew Weiner exits The Chairman series
Matthew Weiner, the celebrated creator of Mad Men, has reportedly stepped away from the development of the Eddie Murphy-led drama series The Chairman, which is currently in development for Peacock.
The split appears to stem from creative differences that led Weiner and the show’s producers opting to pursue separate paths. While the details of their professional disagreement remain private, the move signals a significant shift in the creative landscape surrounding the project.
Despite Weiner’s departure, the series maintains a strong pedigree. It is backed by major industry players, including producers from Yellowstone and MobLand, as well as 101 Studios and Universal Television.
This project is particularly exciting for Eddie Murphy, marking his first foray into a live-action scripted series and his first major starring role since his time on Saturday Night Live. Murphy is also stepping into an executive producing role for the series, further tying the project to his established brand.
The creative team is already in motion. A new showrunning team has been assembled and is expected to be announced very soon. To facilitate this transition, the writers’ room has entered a two-week hiatus while the new creative leads finalize the project’s direction.
Weiner, meanwhile, remains deeply involved. He is set to write and executive produce the series, continuing his work in television development. This marks his first series pickup since his acclaimed work on The Romanoffs for Amazon in 2018.
While specifics regarding the plot or character details have not been disclosed, the foundations for a new series are firmly established. With major talent already aligned and a fresh creative approach taking the helm, The Chairman remains poised to evolve into an intriguing new drama.
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