NEW YORK (TheWrap.com) – Starz has announced “Marco Polo,” a new series that will follow the legendary 13th century explorer as he uses martial arts to survive and his wits to maintain the favor of Kublai Khan.
Created and written by John Fusco (“Hidalgo,” “Young Guns”), the series is produced by The Weinstein Company’s Harvey and Bob Weinstein and Electus’ Ben Silverman, as well as Fusco. Weinstein originally developed the idea and brought in Fusco to write the script. The project was then taken to Electus, and together the parties delivered it to Starz.
Starz Entertainment will own the domestic premium pay TV rights and certain digital rights for its flagship STARZ network, while Starz’s Anchor Bay will distribute it in the United States in home video. The Weinstein Company and Electus’ global distribution arm, Electus International, will control the remaining rights.
“Marco Polo has captivated imaginations for centuries, and John’s script brings this fantastical story to life,” said Starz President
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