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Lee Sung Jin launches Lila Pictures with Netflix projects

First reported Nov 4, 1:00 PM ET · Latest Nov 4, 1:00 PM ET · Explainer updated Nov 4, 1:01 PM ET

Where things stand

Lee Sung Jin, creator of “Beef,” has set up two new TV projects for Netflix under his newly launched production company, Lila Pictures, and has hired Hyunji Ward as senior vice president of film and television, Variety and The Hollywood Reporter report.

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  1. ‘Beef’ Creator Lee Sung Jin Sets Netflix Projects With Ali Wong, Gene Hong Under New Banner Lila Pictures — Variety

    “Beef” creator Lee Sung Jin has set up two new TV projects for development at Netflix under his newly launched production company. Lee has established Lila Pictures under his recently-renewed overall deal with the streamer. In addition, he has hired Hyunji…

  2. ‘Beef’ Creator Lee Sung Jin Launches Production Company, Plans Ali Wong Limited Series — The Hollywood Reporter

    Hyunji Ward will run Lee's Lila Pictures, which also has a Gene Hong drama series in development.

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  • The specific storylines, casting details, and production timelines for the Ali Wong limited series and the Gene Hong drama remain unclear. Open

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More: background

Lee Sung Jin previously earned acclaim for the series “Beef” and recently renewed an overall deal with Netflix, giving him the right to develop new content for the streamer. Lila Pictures is his own production banner, and a senior VP oversees its film and TV slate.

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