Netflix Developing a Kennedy Family Biographical Film: Aiming to Create an American Version of "The Crown"

With "The Crown" coming to an end this year, Netflix is working on crafting a captivating American equivalent centered around the iconic Kennedy family.

Considering the rich historical backdrop of the United States, it's evident that the Kennedy family has an unparalleled appeal. Much like Princess Diana, Kennedy not only met a tragic and controversial end but is also backed by a wealth of reference materials to ensure a robust script.

As for whether the series will follow the model of "The Crown" (changing actors every two seasons), that remains uncertain for now.

For instance, the two-volume biography "JFK: The Coming of the American Century, 1917-1956," published in 2020, primarily focuses on Kennedy's life from birth to becoming a junior senator from Massachusetts (1917-1956). The scriptwriter, Eric Roth, will draw inspiration from this book, serving as both the head writer and executive producer of the series.

Eric Roth, known for winning the 1995 Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay for "Forrest Gump" and receiving multiple Oscar nominations for his work on films such as "The Insider," "Munich," "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button," "A Star Is Born," and "Dune," has a remarkable track record in adapting non-fiction literature into captivating films. His latest adaptation, "The Flower Moon Killer," based on non-fiction literature, has garnered critical acclaim and is hailed as a worthy successor to Steven Spielberg's masterpiece, "Schindler's List."