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Elizabeth Banks Officially Set to Play Karen Read in Amazon Series

Variety · October 8, 2026 at 12:00 PM

Elizabeth Banks Officially Set to Play Karen Read in Amazon Series

Amazon has officially greenlit a drama series about Karen Read with Elizabeth Banks set to star, Variety has learned.

The untitled, one-hour series was first reported to be in the works in 2025.

It is inspired by the Law&Crime and Audible Original podcast “Karen.” Justin Noble will serve as writer, showrunner, and executive producer.

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Elizabeth Banks Officially Set to Play Karen Read in Amazon Series

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