Ellen Pompeo and David E. Kelley Team for Hulu Drama 'Not A Sound'
Ellen Pompeo is set to headline a new drama series for Hulu, developed under David E. Kelley Productions. The project marks a reunion between Pompeo and Kelley, who previously had shows in adjacent time slots on ABC in 2005. Details about the plot remain under wraps.
The project, currently in development at Hulu under 20th Television, pairs Pompeo with Kelley for the first time since their ABC shows traded the same Sunday night slot in 2005. Pompeo, who spent nearly two decades as the face of Grey’s Anatomy, will portray another medical professional in the untitled series, though specific plot details have not been disclosed. Kelley, known for legal dramas like Boston Legal and Big Little Lies, brings his production banner to the collaboration. Pompeo’s existing overall deal with 20th Television, where Kelley was based for over two decades, facilitated the partnership.
This reunion could signal a strategic move for Hulu to attract established TV audiences, particularly fans of Pompeo’s long-running medical drama and Kelley’s prestige storytelling. The pairing may also influence how streaming platforms leverage veteran talent to compete for subscriber attention, potentially reshaping expectations for star-driven series. Viewers who followed either creator’s past work could find this a familiar yet fresh draw, though its broader cultural impact will depend on execution and reception.