Showtime to expand its “Billions” and “Dexter” franchises

Showtime announced some development plans for series based upon the hit drama “Billions,” executive produced by the showrunners of the show, Brian Koppelman and David Levien; and also the production of new content based on the “Dexter” universe.

Currently in the process of development at Showtime are projects that would expand the “Billions” universe: “Billions: Miami” (w/t), a new installment set in the world of private aviation, where the clientele believe the rules of society, government and gravity do not apply to them, amidst the wealth, nightlife, contraband and the cryptocurrency that pulses through that city; “Billions: London” (w/t), another iteration set across the pond and operating in the world of UK finance; “Millions” (w/t), a series featuring diverse, thirtysomething, financial mogul wannabes doing whatever it takes to make it in Manhattan; and “Trillions” (w/t), a drama based on fictional stories of the richest people in the world - titans of industry living all over the country but coming into contact and conflict with one another.

“We remain fascinated by people whose ambition is boundless and who think the laws of civilization and nature do not apply to them. Miami is a vital and vibrant place the super-rich have begun taking over. We are excited to show everyone what is really going on down there,”  Brian Koppelman and David Levien commented.

Meanwhile, Showtime has placed a straight-to-series order for the new drama “Dexter: Origins” (w/t), to be executive produced by Clyde Phillips, based upon the hit series “Dexter.” The network is also developing a new version of “Dexter: New Blood,” which depicts the ongoing emergence of Dexter’s son Harrison. In addition, Showtime is exploring projects based on other characters from the “Dexter” universe, such as the makings of the notorious Trinity Killer.

“The ‘Dexter’ saga has been an undeniable creative and popular success for Showtime, both in its original, groundbreaking form and the record-setting ‘Dexter: New Blood.’ The series is a rich foundation for other shows in the lane of complex, subversive antiheroes that Showtime has always done so brilliantly. Clyde is deep into compelling stories and characters that will satisfy the cravings of our multifaceted audience,”  said Chris McCarthy, President and CEO of Showtime and Paramount Media Networks.