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HBO Poison Ivy Show Reportedly Coming From The Penguin Producer
The Penguin showrunner Lauren LeFranc reportedly producing HBO's Poison Ivy series, separate from DCU projects.
In brief
The Penguin showrunner Lauren LeFranc reportedly producing HBO's Poison Ivy series, separate from DCU projects. HBO is developing a Poison Ivy TV series with The Penguin showrunner Lauren LeFranc, not connected to DCU films or shows. Originally reported by Polygon.
Poison Ivy Series in Development
A Poison Ivy TV series is reportedly in early development with The Penguin showrunner Lauren LeFranc producing it.
Separate from DCU Projects
The series is not connected to Matt Reeves' The Batman films or The Penguin show, which are part of the Batman Epic Crime Saga.
Poison Ivy Character Background
Poison Ivy, Dr. Pamela Isley, is an ecoterrorist who controls plant life, known from 1997's Batman & Robin and Harley Quinn.
Production Status
The series has paused due to the Paramount and Warner Bros. merger and would go to HBO if picked up.
Batman Connection Question
It's unclear if Batman will appear in the Poison Ivy show, especially if it's part of the DCU.
At a glance
HBO is developing a Poison Ivy TV series with The Penguin showrunner Lauren LeFranc, not connected to DCU films or shows.
