Mimi Leder has signed a multi-year, overall deal with Apple TV+, home to “The Morning Show,” which she executive produces and has received an Emmy for directing. Deadline reports that the deal gives Mimi Leder access to streaming features first and an exclusive deal for any series she develops.
The “Deep Impact” helmer earned accolades for her work directing TV’s “The Leftovers” before going on to direct Ruth Bader Ginsburg biopic “On the Basis of Sex.” She earned two Emmys for her work on “ER” — until 2017, she was the last woman for 22 years to have won an Emmy for directing in a drama series. Reed Morano followed in her footsteps when she was recognized for “The Handmaid’s Tale.” Leder was also nominated for an Emmy for “The West Wing.”
Leder’s work directing “The Morning Show” earned her an Emmy nomination for the Season 1 finale. Reese Witherspoon is back as host of the popular morning television show, while Jennifer Aniston plays the role of co-host. Leder will be directing the entire upcoming season.
Source: Women And Hollywood