Yahoo Lifestyle Awesomeness TV Developing Series Adaptation Of Sabrina Brier Audiobook ‘That Friend’
EXCLUSIVE: Awesomeness TV has acquired TV rights to That Friend, the debut audiobook created by rising comedian Sabrina Brier, which was released by Simon & Schuster yesterday.
Set against the vibrant, Gen Z-driven energy of New York City, the TV series will follow a 20-something aspiring influencer as she navigates the chaos of building her podcast while balancing life with her three best friends, coping with a dwindling bank account, and chasing her dreams of making it big. Awesomeness TV serves as executive producer and the studio for the project. Brier narrates the audiobook, which features cameos from the likes of Danielle Brooks, Nicola Coughlan, Anthony Ramos, Rachel Dratch, Rachel Zegler, and Lukas Gage.
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“Sabrina’s unique comedic voice and undeniable talent has resonated with fans everywhere and we’re so excited to be working with her on That Friend,” said Shauna Phelan, Head of Live-Action Scripted for Nickelodeon and Awesomeness. “The world she’s created is both hilarious and timely, and we can’t wait to expand the universe of That Friend with this series.”
Commented Brier: “I am thrilled to be continuing the journey of That Friend whose story began as online short-form material and evolved into a full-cast audiobook. I’m beyond grateful to have the opportunity to collaborate with the creative powerhouse that is Awesomeness TV to expand the world of something, or should I say someone, so close to my heart.”
An actress, writer, and comedian known for her viral internet content, Brier recently appeared on the Emmy–winning Abbott Elementary and has performed her live comedy in some of New York’s most iconic venues. The multi-hyphenate performed as part of the 2024 edition of Netflix Is a Joke Festival in Los Angeles and previously served as a writer’s assistant for Hank Steinberg on his ABC drama For Life. Brier also performed in and served as writer’s assistant on Steven Soderbergh’s web series Command Z. Her original pilot, Divine, was recognized by Roadmap Writers as one of the Top 25 Best Pilots of 2021.
Gen Z-focused media company Awesomeness is known for its work on Netflix’s hit film series To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before, along with series like the Emmy-nominated Pen15, and short-form programs on YouTube that have garnered hundreds of millions of views.
Brier is repped by CAA, Door 24, and Hansen, Jacobson, Teller.
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