Nicole Kidman is set to star in the series adaptation of Eliza Jane Brazier’s novel in a new project titled Girls and Their Horses, which is being developed for Prime Video by Amazon MGM Studios and Legendary Television. This production, with Brazier adapting her book and Jenna Lamia as showrunner, places Nicole Kidman starring in Girls and Their Horses series at the center of a high-profile television collaboration.
Prime Video and Legendary Television Partner for Murder Mystery Drama
Development for the series is underway with Legendary Television co-producing alongside Amazon MGM Studios, targeting Prime Video as the series’ streaming platform. Eliza Jane Brazier is taking on writing and executive production duties for the pilot, while Jenna Lamia, who previously worked with Kidman, will serve as showrunner and executive producer. Nicole Kidman herself will executive produce through her Blossom Films banner, alongside Per Saari.
Plot Details Uncovered for ‘Girls and Their Horses’
The official description for the show highlights its unique setting and dramatic premise:
A murder-mystery set in the beachside equestrian community of Rancho Santa Fe, California, ‘Girls and Their Horses’ follows the newly wealthy Parker family as they aim to position their teenage daughters in the rarified, sometimes-deadly world of competitive horse riding.
The story intertwines family ambition with the hazards lurking in elite sporting circles.
Nicole Kidman’s Record of Acclaimed Television Roles Continues
If the series proceeds, it adds to an impressive list of television projects that showcase Nicole Kidman’s versatility and stamina as an actress. Since 2017, Kidman has taken leading roles in acclaimed series such as The Perfect Couple, Big Little Lies, Top of the Lake: China Girl, The Undoing, Nine Perfect Strangers, Lioness, and Expats. The second season of Nine Perfect Strangers has recently premiered, and future appearances will include Scarpetta on Prime Video and Margo’s Got Money Troubles for Apple TV+. Her achievements in film are similarly notable, with five Academy Award nominations and one win, recently starring in The Northman, Babygirl, A Family Affair, and Being the Ricardos.
Creative Forces Behind the Scenes
Jenna Lamia’s involvement as showrunner marks a reunion with Kidman after their previous collaboration on Netflix’s The Perfect Couple, originally based on Elin Hilderbrand’s novel. This continued creative partnership strengthens anticipation for the upcoming series.
Eliza Jane Brazier is not only adapting her own novel, but she is also working on screen adaptations for her other works, including If I Disappear for 20th Television and Good Rich People at MRC. Additionally, she is developing a screenplay of her novel It Had to Be You for Sony.
Industry Connections and Recent Studio Collaborations
Nicole Kidman is represented by CAA, Media Talent Group, and Jackoway Austen Tyerman. Eliza Jane Brazier is repped by WME and Kleinberg Lange Cuddy & Carlo. The partnership between Legendary Television and Amazon MGM Studios follows a series of recent deals, as they expand their production slate with projects like the television adaptation of Pacific Rim and a murder mystery series based on G. T. Karber’s Murdle.
What This Means for Viewers and the Industry
The collaboration behind Girls and Their Horses unites established talents in writing, production, and acting, anchored by Nicole Kidman’s growing presence in television. As Amazon, Legendary Television, and acclaimed creators join forces, anticipation builds for a suspenseful series that explores ambition, danger, and family intrigue in the competitive world of horse riding. The series promises to further enhance the footprint of original drama on Prime Video and continues Kidman’s influential role in contemporary storytelling.
