Hulu, Prime Video and Netflix line up new series and star castings

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Streamers unveiled a string of new projects. Hulu is finalizing a straight-to-series order for 'Bachelorette Weekend,' a thriller drama headlined and executive produced by Kylie Jenner, marking her first major acting role. Nyle DiMarco joined the recurring cast of Hulu's legal drama 'All's Fair' for Season 2, in a role originally written as a hearing character and adapted for the deaf actor. Prime Video debuted first-look images for 'Bloodaxe,' from 'Vikings' creator Michael Hirst, following Norse raider Erik Bloodaxe. Separately, Maude Apatow and Mike Faist were set to star in 'The Maid of Orleans,' directed by Sarah Elizabeth Mintz.

Why it matters：The batch of greenlights and castings shows streamers still competing for recognizable talent and franchise creators, while widening representation behind and in front of the camera.

Key points

  • Kylie Jenner's first major acting role at Hulu
  • DiMarco's role adapted for a deaf actor
  • 'Bloodaxe' comes from the 'Vikings' creator

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