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‘Contagion’ Writer Scott Z. Burns Lands Musical Series At AMC

  • March 25, 2020
  • Ryan Shepard
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Prolific writer Scott Z. Burns has landed a musical series called National Anthem at AMC. The eight episode order will work under the direction of Burns and Breaking Bad producer Mark Johnson.

“National Anthem is a family drama with deep resonant things to say about the fragility of our country, our world and our planet,” AMC Networks’ Entertainment Group and AMC Studios President Sarah Burnett said.

“Plus…it’s a musical! In Scott’s genius hands this results in a hugely original, intense, funny and moving piece of writing. We’re so happy to work with Scott as he brings this unique story to life and absolutely delighted to continue our creative partnership with Mark, who we have been so lucky to work with on some of the most critically acclaimed series over the last decade,” she adds.

Burns is a screenwriter, director and playwright. He was worked on projects such as The Bourne Ultimatium and The Report. As it relates to today’s climate, Burns also worked on Contagion. Meanwhile Johnson has worked on the  critically acclaimed series, Breaking Bad and Better Caul Saul. This series is the first of his overall deal with AMC.

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