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Netflix and Madonna Collaborate on Limited Series About Her Life and Career

Madonna and producer Shawn Levy are developing a biographical series, marking a fresh start after the cancellation of her Universal biopic.

US singer songwriter Madonna arrives for the 2025 Met Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 5, 2025, in New York.
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Overview

  • Netflix has confirmed early development of a limited series exploring Madonna's life and musical legacy, with Madonna and Shawn Levy as executive producers.
  • The series is unrelated to the previously shelved Universal biopic and represents a new approach to telling Madonna's story on screen.
  • Details about the narrative focus, casting, and writing team are still undecided, with Julia Garner remaining a potential lead subject to availability.
  • Madonna is expected to maintain creative control over the project, continuing her long-standing commitment to authentically portraying her career and cultural impact.
  • Shawn Levy's production company, 21 Laps, which has an exclusive deal with Netflix, is partnering with Madonna for the series.