The Orange Is the New Black will star opposite Lupita Nyong’o. 

The series based on the best-selling novel by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie tells the story of Ifemelu (Nyong’o), a self-assured young woman raised in Nigeria, who as a teenager falls in love with her classmate Obinze (Zackary Momoh).

“Living in a military-ruled country, they each depart for the west. Ifemelu heads for America, where she finds academic success but is forced to grapple for the first time with what it means to be black,” according to the streamer’s official description. “Quiet, thoughtful Obinze had hoped to join her, but with post-9/11 America closed to him, he instead plunges into a dangerous undocumented life in London. A highly lauded tale that has become a leader in the cultural conversation, Americanah is an incredible exploration of the human experience that crosses three continents to give an empathetic, compelling view of the complex realities of race, politics, immigration, and identity.”

Aduba will play Aunty Uju, Ifemelu’s young aunt and confidant. A highly intelligent doctor, Uju left Nigeria under tumultuous circumstances and has resettled in America to build a better life for herself and her son Dike, per Variety which first reported Aduba’s casting.

HBO Max is set to launch in May 2020.

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The Black Panther stars’ project has received a straight-to-series order at HBO Max. The forthcoming streaming service has given the limited series a 10-episode order. 

“Americanah has sparked a cultural phenomenon and is revered by fans around the world. It has affected me deeply as one of the most moving, socially relevant and romantic stories of our time,” said Sarah Aubrey, head of original content at HBO Max. “With exceptional talent like Lupita and Danai in front of and behind the camera, this series will give viewers a uniquely heartfelt and unforgettable experience.”

Penning the adaption is Gurira. She will also take on show-running for the very first time. Nyong’o is set to star in what will be her first role in an American TV series and both will executive produce.

Americanah joins HBO Max’s roster of scripted originals that also includes a Gossip Girl reboot, The Flight Attendant, Tokyo Vice, and Love Life. 

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The Orange Is the New Black will star opposite Lupita Nyong’o. 

The series based on the best-selling novel by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie tells the story of Ifemelu (Nyong’o), a self-assured young woman raised in Nigeria, who as a teenager falls in love with her classmate Obinze (Zackary Momoh).

“Living in a military-ruled country, they each depart for the west. Ifemelu heads for America, where she finds academic success but is forced to grapple for the first time with what it means to be black,” according to the streamer’s official description. “Quiet, thoughtful Obinze had hoped to join her, but with post-9/11 America closed to him, he instead plunges into a dangerous undocumented life in London. A highly lauded tale that has become a leader in the cultural conversation, Americanah is an incredible exploration of the human experience that crosses three continents to give an empathetic, compelling view of the complex realities of race, politics, immigration, and identity.”

Aduba will play Aunty Uju, Ifemelu’s young aunt and confidant. A highly intelligent doctor, Uju left Nigeria under tumultuous circumstances and has resettled in America to build a better life for herself and her son Dike, per Variety which first reported Aduba’s casting.

HBO Max is set to launch in May 2020.

The post Uzo Aduba Cast in HBO Max Series “Americanah” appeared first on Entertainment For Us.

The Black Panther stars’ project has received a straight-to-series order at HBO Max. The forthcoming streaming service has given the limited series a 10-episode order. 

“Americanah has sparked a cultural phenomenon and is revered by fans around the world. It has affected me deeply as one of the most moving, socially relevant and romantic stories of our time,” said Sarah Aubrey, head of original content at HBO Max. “With exceptional talent like Lupita and Danai in front of and behind the camera, this series will give viewers a uniquely heartfelt and unforgettable experience.”

Penning the adaption is Gurira. She will also take on show-running for the very first time. Nyong’o is set to star in what will be her first role in an American TV series and both will executive produce.

Americanah joins HBO Max’s roster of scripted originals that also includes a Gossip Girl reboot, The Flight Attendant, Tokyo Vice, and Love Life. 

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