Josh Friedman has inked a two-year overall deal with Universal TV, and will serve as a co-exec producer on NBC’s pirate drama “Crossbones” as a part of the deal.
Friedman recently was under an overall at 20th Century TV, and is a sought-after showrunner in the drama space. Under his deal with Universal TV, he will develop and supervise projects for the studio.
Friedman created and exec produced “Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles,” and has penned and produced pilots including “The Asset,” “Locke and Key,” “Prodigy” and “Elementary” for ABC. Friedman also has a long list of film credits, including serving as co-writer on Steven Spielberg’s “War of the Worlds” and penning “Black Dahlia.”
“Josh Friedman puts a distinct, unique spin on everything he writes,” said Universal TV topper Bela Bajaria. “He taps into interesting worlds and is a very talented writer. We’ve followed his career for years and are excited to be in business with him.”
Friedman is repped by UTA and attorney Karl Austen.
