Lena Dunham Will Direct and Produce an HBO Banking Drama

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According to Dunham, the new eight-episode series is akin to “Wolf of Wall Street meets Melrose Place”

The show is said to be “set in the cutthroat world of international finance as seen through the eyes of ambitious twenty-somethings struggling to secure their futures,” according to its official logline, and follows graduates competing for positions at a London investment bank. Newcomer writerscreated the Bad Wolf-produced drama, while Dunham is expected to co-write the series, executive produce and direct the first episode.

“Mickey and Konrad’s talent, drive and commitment was obvious to us the moment we met them,” said Bad Wolf co-founderhave an energy and direction that comes from their first-hand experience of the trading floor and their ear for sharp dialogue immediately captured our attention. We’re excited to be making their first TV drama series with HBO – who are never afraid to make bold decisions and support new talent.

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