Don Cheadle is producing a television series based on his Oscar-winning 2004 film “Crash,” which used intersecting storylines to explore racial tolerance in Los Angeles.
The 13-episode, one-hour series will air on cable’s Starz as its first original drama series, the network announced Monday.
Cheadle will produce along with other members of the feature’s original production team, including its director, co-writer and producer, Paul Haggis; co-writer and producer Bobby Moresco; producer Bob Yari; producer Mark R. Harris and executive producer Tom Nunan.
In addition to best picture, “Crash” also won Academy Awards for best original screenplay and for editing. The ensemble cast included Sandra Bullock, Matt Dillon, Jennifer Esposito, Brendan Fraser, Terrence Howard, Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, Thandie Newton and Ryan Philippe.
No casting decisions have been announced for the series, which is scheduled to begin production this spring.
